Get out and explore Kingston’s amazing live music scene. Here are our top picks for live music to end off the summer in Kingston.
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Hallowood, Mellon Collie Caravan, and Mobius Trip
August 18 @ The Grad Club
Three knockout rock groups are meeting at the Grad Club for a night of hard-pounding drums, deep vocals, and unbelievable solos. Tickets can be purchased at the Grad Club’s door for $10.
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The Creepshow
August 18 @ The Mansion
Visit The Mansion on August 18 to hear songs about horror films from Canadian punk-rock band The Creepshow. They are joined by special guests Pound Salt, Sonic Souvenir, and Nocturnica. The Mansion is selling tickets on their website.
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Upon a Burning Body
August 23 @ The Broom Factory
Experience straight-up Texas-style American metal from Upon a Burning Body at the Broom Factory. As The Structure Fails, a Canadian metal band, will be opening the concert, making for a night of catchy rhythms and technical playing. Tickets are selling fast on the Broom Factory’s website.
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Backseat Dragon
August 24 @ The Broom Factory
The self-proclaimed “Ottawa’s yuckiest three-piece band” will take the stage at the Broom Factory this August. Don’t miss the openers Sorry Snowman and The Astros. Check out the Broom Factory’s website for show information and tickets.
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New Friends
September 8 @ The Broom Factory
Bring your friends to dance along to songs from New Friends, a rising Canadian indie-pop group. Winner of the 2021 Slaight Music It’s Your Shot contest, New Friends will impress you with the nostalgia of their sound and each bandmate’s unique musical skills. Tickets are on sale now on the Broom Factory’s website.
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Great Lake Swimmers
September 14 @ The Isabel
Iconic Canadian folk-rock band Great Lake Swimmers will be performing their latest album, Uncertain Country, and other classic songs at the Isabel on September 14. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the Isabel’s website.
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Walk Right Back
September 14 @ The Kingston Grand Theatre
Walk Right Back’s show tells the story of the successful rock duo the Everly Brothers. It is a unique concert-based tribute musical that features the brothers’ hit songs. Grab a ticket on the Grand Theatre’s website.
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Julia Finnegan
September 14 @ The Bank Gastrobar at the Frontenac Club
Kingston’s very own singer songwriter Julia Finnegan graces The Bank Gastrobar as part of the Courtyard Concert series this September. Enjoy a free concert with delicious eats and beverages from The Bank.
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Boston Levi
September 15 @ The Broom Factory
Professional hockey player turned musician Mike McHamee, aka Boston Levi, brings his powerful vocals and lyricism to the Broom Factory stage this September. Mike works closely with Kingston’s Jay Emmons of The Glorious Sons to shape his musical persona. Find your ticket today on the Broom Factory’s website.
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Kasador
September 16 @ The Mansion
Kingston band Kasador brings the sound of teenage summer to The Mansion, set to perform their new album, Youth. The trio is excited to enter their “youth era” with a show that is bright, emotional, and punkish. Tickets for the show are available on Kasador’s website.
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Ten Foot Pole
September 19 @ The Broom Factory
Join Ten Foot Pole, a California melodic skate punk band, on their Canadian tour. They are known for their heartful lyrics, detailed narratives, aggressive guitar riffs, and fast drums. Visit the Broom Factory website for tickets.
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Billy Talent
September 21 @ Leon’s Centre
Juno Award-winning punk quartet Billy Talent is bringing their act to the Leon’s Centre. Experience the ultimate Canadian rock show in Kingston! Reserve your tickets today on the Leon’s Centre website.
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National Arts Centre Orchestra with James Ehnes
September 22 @ The Isabel
Gramophone Artist of the Year 2021 James Ehnes and the National Arts Centre Orchestra will be joining forces for a powerhouse performance of Brahms Violin Concerto and Symphony No. 3 (“Rhenish”). Purchase your ticket on the Isabel’s website.
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Forever Seger
September 23 @ The Kingston Grand Theatre
Visit the Grand Theatre on September 23 for a show that fans are calling the number one Bob Seger tribute band, Forever Seger. Step back in time and be blown away by the band’s renditions of Seger’s unforgettable ballads and chart-topping hits. Find your tickets on the Grand Theatre’s website.
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Mali Obomsawin
September 27 @ The Isabel
Internationally acclaimed, award-winning bassist, songwriter, and composer from Odanak First Nation Mali Obomsawin is bringing her innovative jazz and folk music to the Isabel on September 27. Her newest album, Sweet Tooth, is hailed as one of the best folk albums of 2022. Purchase your tickets on the Isabel’s website.
For more musical events taking place in Kingston throughout August and September, check out the Kingston festival roundup (part 2).
