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FEQ Announces 2024 Daily Lineup With Post Malone, 50 Cent, Jonas Brothers, J Balvin, Nickelback
The lineup for the 2024 edition of the Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ), including this year’s headliners, which include Post Malone, 50 Cent, Jonas Brothers, J Balvin and Nickelback.
Offering a “highly diverse musical lineup promising to cater to all tastes,” the 56th edition of the ten-day festival will take place at the historic Place D’Youville in Quebec City from July 4 to 14, 2024.
Other artists schedule to play the festival include Mötley Crüe, The Offspring, Nas, Rise Against, Clay and Friends, Alexandra Stréliski, Arkells, The Zac Brown Band, Carly Rae Jepsen, Mike Demero, Alan Walker, The Dead South, Loud Luxury, Fleet Foxes, Killswitch Engage, Kansas, Alaclair Ensemble, and many more.
In a press release, Louis Bellavance, VP of Content and Artistic Direction at BLEUFEU, announced, “We are extremely proud of this incredibly diverse lineup, powered by the current pop sensations, the Jonas Brothers, and the immense Post Malone, for his only announced Canadian concert this year, as well as the presence of the legendary rapper 50 Cent. Rock enthusiasts will not be disappointed with three explosive nights, not to mention country, electronic, francophone, and even neo-classical performances by Alexandra Stréliski. This edition will also allow us to offer a large-scale Latin evening featuring J Balvin and Ivan Cornejo, a Canadian exclusive. The depth of this lineup will satisfy fans from all backgrounds, from emerging talent at Place d’Youville to the rich undercards on all stages. It’s a lineup that stands out from the overall 2024 offering and remains faithful to our artistic direction. We can’t wait to share it with festival-goers!”
This year the FEQ will also have two free stages for additional performances: Place D’Youville and the Hydro-Québec Stage at Place de l’Assemblée-Nationale, which is set to enhance the fan experience and make the festival even more accessible.
Passes are available for sale at feq.ca for $150 (including taxes), with additional Signature Bell Zone passes and tickets for the Jardin Air Canada going on sale April 4. A second round of sales will be offered to those who sign up for the FEQ newsletter.
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PNE Summer Night Concerts – Pierce The Veil
By the time Pierce The Veil took the stage at Vancouver’s Freedom Mobile Arch on September 5, the place was packed and the anticipation was impossible to miss. As part of the PNE Summer Night Concerts, the San Diego post-hardcore veterans delivered a set that mixed nostalgia and chaos.
The show opened with “May These Noises Startle You in Your Sleep Tonight” and “Hell Above.” From there, the night barely let up. “Bulls in the Bronx” got the crowd going, followed by “Circles” and “I’m Low on Gas and You Need a Jacket.”
There was plenty for longtime fans, too. “I’d Rather Die Than Be Famous,” “Yeah Boy and Doll Face” and “Floral & Fading” reached back into the band’s catalog, while their cover of the Pixies’ “Where Is My Mind?” provided one of the evening’s fun surprises.
Visually, Pierce The Veil made the most of the outdoor stage. Tony Perry and Jaime Preciado were constantly moving, throwing themselves around the stage with guitars in hand, while drummer Loniel Robinson provided the thunder behind them. At the centre was Vic Fuentes, whose voice still carries the emotional weight that has defined the band since its early days.
The emotional high point came with “Hold On Till May,” a song that has become deeply personal for many fans as phones went into the air and voices rose across the venue. Predictably, the place lost its mind when they ended with “King for a Day.”
After nearly 20 years, Pierce The Veil still know exactly what their music means to their fans. On this night, Vancouver gave that love right back.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
PIERCE THE VEIL
All Photo Credit: Kelli Rothwell
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PNE Summer Night Concerts – Train
After almost 10 years away, Train made its highly anticipated return to Vancouver, taking the stage at the PNE as part of the Summer Nights series for an electric night of nostalgia, energy and some of the band’s biggest hits. Nearly 10,000 fans packed the venue to welcome the group back to the city.
With nearly 33 years of performing together, Train proved that its signature sound and undeniable stage presence remain as strong as ever. Currently on the Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere Tour, the band is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its iconic album with a set that served as both a celebration of its enduring catalogue and a reminder of why these songs have remained fan favourites for decades.
Opening with “Calling All Angels,” the band quickly launched into a crowd-pleasing run of classics, including “Hey, Soul Sister,” “Marry Me” and “Drive By.” Throughout the night, the set balanced humour and heart, with frontman Pat Monahan connecting with the crowd and reflecting the warmth and personality that have become synonymous with Train’s live performances.
The night ultimately came full circle with the song that started the 25th-anniversary celebration: “Drops of Jupiter.” As the familiar opening notes rang out across the PNE, nearly 10,000 voices joined in, creating a fitting finale to a night that celebrated not only one of Train’s most beloved albums, but an iconic career spanning more than three decades.
Check our our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
TRAIN
All Photo Credit : Jill Meagher