Festivals
Victorious Festival 2024 Has Revealed 2nd Wave Of Acts
Victorious Festival has announced the second wave of artists for Victorious 2024, including our three afternoon special guests!
Making a highly anticipated return, Sugababes will perform on Saturday with their original lineup. Festival-goers can enjoy pop and R&B hits like ‘Round Round’ and ‘Too Lost In You’ in the Southsea sunshine.
Adding to the excitement, the Grammy-nominated James Bay, known for ‘Hold Back The River,’ will join Sunday’s lineup, ensuring an energetic performance.
Our afternoon special guest spots on the main stage feature noughties legends Razorlight on Friday, delivering indie tunes with a ‘Golden Touch.’ On Saturday, 2019 Brit Award winner Tom Walker will bring his rock-folk blend, and indie-pop royalty The Kooks will perform a set of summertime anthems on Sunday. These special guests join headliners Fatboy Slim, Snow Patrol, Jamie T, and Biffy Clyro.
Friday night will see live production pioneer and dance music icon Dub FX on the Beats and Swing Stage. Saturday headliners Groove Armada will deliver a storming DJ set, and UK rap legend Professor Green will close the ultimate party by the sea.
Additional Friday acts include alt-pop artist Baby Queen, indie-pop sensation Nieve Ella, Seahorses frontman Chris Helme, Pacific Avenue, and Bellah Mau.
On Saturday, Shaun Ryder and Black Grape will bring a taste of Madchester, while Sonique will spin 90s dance tunes. The Clockworks and Lexie Carroll will provide summer indie vibes. Guitar-pop Aussie duo Royel Otis and TikTok viral singer-songwriter Katie Gregson-Macleod will also perform.
Sunday’s lineup features post-punk outfit The Futureheads, new wave indie-rock group The Hunna, Panic Shack, and John Power of 90s band Cast. Rising star Tom A. Smith, praised by Sir Elton John, will showcase his fresh take on classic British songwriting.
Enhancing the festival’s value, Al Murray, the beloved pub landlord, will headline the comedy stage alongside Russell Howard and Frankie Boyle.
Also announced is the karaoke phenomenon BARRIOKE, hosted by Shaun Williamson, best known as Barry Evans in EastEnders. Expect a Sunday singalong with crowd participation and Shaun’s humor.
This jam-packed weekend by the sea is not to be missed. Tickets are available here.
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FIFA Fan Festival™ Vancouver – Metric
The FIFA Fan Festival™ in Vancouver continued to deliver a mix of football and live music on June 26, bringing fans together for another packed day at the waterfront. Throughout the afternoon and evening, supporters gathered to watch World Cup matches on the giant screens, including Japan vs. Sweden, and New Zealand vs. Belgium.
The festival schedule also featured performances from DJ Brownsugar, Ozomatli, DJ Rita Spirit, Yukon Blonde, Broken Social Scene, and Metric, giving visitors plenty of reasons to stick around after the final whistle.
We were there to photograph Metric, who closed out the night with a memorable performance. Despite the late start, the amphitheatre was completely full, with fans eager to catch one of Canada’s most recognizable alternative rock bands. The crowd’s energy never dipped, proving that a late-night set was no obstacle for concertgoers who had spent the day celebrating football and music.
Metric rewarded the audience with a polished, high-energy performance that had fans singing along from the opening song through the encore. Their mix of driving guitars, synth-heavy melodies, and Emily Haines’ unmistakable vocals made for a fitting finale to another successful day at the FIFA Fan Festival, where live music and the excitement of the World Cup continued to go hand in hand.
Check our our favourite photos of the show below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
METRIC
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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FIFA Fan Festival™ Vancouver – Our Lady Peace
The FIFA Fan Festival™ in Vancouver kept the celebrations rolling on June 25, giving fans another full day of live music and World Cup action at the city’s waterfront gathering spot.
The afternoon schedule featured performances from DJ G-Luve, Dr. Strangelove, and Our Lady Peace on the Amphitheatre Stage, while Tanika Charles, Kytami & Phonik Ops, and Ibrahim Maalouf entertained crowds on the Park Stage. Between performances, fans gathered to watch FIFA World Cup matches, including Ecuador vs. Germany, Japan vs. Sweden, and Paraguay vs. Australia.
We were there to photograph Canadian rock veterans Our Lady Peace, who closed out the Amphitheatre Stage with a set that reminded everyone why they have remained one of the country’s biggest rock bands for more than three decades. From the moment they took the stage, the band brought plenty of energy, feeding off a crowd that was ready to sing along. Fans packed the viewing area and loudly belted out the lyrics back at the band.
The combination of live music, football, and a lively atmosphere continues to make the FIFA Fan Festival one of Vancouver’s standout destinations during the World Cup. As the tournament moves into the knockout rounds, the festival is proving there’s just as much excitement outside the stadium as there is inside it.
Check our our favourite photos of the show below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
OUR LADY PEACE
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer