Constantines and Chad Vangaalen Free Show at Harbourfront Canada Day

Music lovers in Toronto have a great chance to celebrate Canada with two amazing Canadian Acts: Constantines and Chad Vangaalen.

Constantines are one of Canada's finest bands, featuring angular guitars, driving drums, and curious lyrics. Their latest, Kensington Heights, shows the band in great form, maturing for sure but maintaining that pure, high energy. Also one of Canada's hardest working bands, Constantines recently finished their second Rolling Tundra Review across Canada (with Winnipeg's legendary Weakerthans) but also have a handful of dates this summer (including a great gig in NYC tomorrow!).

Chad Vangaalen has also been a darling of Canada's indie scene, with his latest, Soft Airplane, demonstrating Vangaalen's quirky interest in dark and gloomy matters. Contrasted with his quivering voice, the CD makes for some fine, if unsettling listening. Read more about Vangaalen's recent U.S. tour at my earlier post. After this gig, Vangaalen heads out west for the Dawson City Music Festival on July 17th, the Regina Folk Festival on August 7th, and the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival on August 14th.

So here's your chance to see two of Canada's finest, free. The show is from 7:00 - 11:00 at Harbourfront Centre, with Vangaalen likely to start at 8:00. Better get there early!