Calgary’s stages are busy this month, from jazz to classic punk rock and experimental EDM.
The Woodshed and Old Man Luedeke
Made up of Canadian singer-songwriters John Wort Hannam and T. Buckley, The Woodshed is a modern folk duo based in Alberta. They’re joined by Nova Scotia banjo slinger Old Man Luedeke.
March 7, 7:50 p., at SCA Community Association, scacalgary.ca.
Avenoir
After being nominated for a Juno award for Contemporary R&B/Soul Recording in 2025, Edmonton-based rhythm and blues singer Avenoir is taking the world by storm, landing in Calgary this month.
March 7, 7 p.m. at Commonwealth, commonwealthbar.ca.
OMERTA 001: ShatterTheFall, B2B, and KAEDER
Are you jumping back onto that nu-metal train? If so, this show of up-and-comers is for you. These bands blend genres seamlessly, focusing primarily on new-generation nu-metal and experimental noise.
March 12, 9 p.m. at Commonwealth, commonwealthbar.ca.
Radios, Rayguns & Little White Lies
Matt Patershuk, Suzie Ungerleider, and Ben Sures trade ditties and rootsy country jams together in this shindig thrown by the National Music Centre.
March 14, 6:30 p.m. at Studio Bell, studiobell.ca.
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Bass Masterclass with Carl Mayotte
Join the winner of the Félix Award for Jazz Album of the Year 2022 and Radio-Canada’s Jazz Revelation for 2020 to 2021 in his free bass guitar masterclass. Carl Mayotte hosts a class of musical demonstrations and plenty of industry insight.
March 15, 11 a.m. at Studio Bell, studiobell.ca.
SUBA Trio
Celebrate African history with the SUBA Trio, featuring composer and pianist Omar Sosa, vocalist Seckou Keita, and percussionist Gustavo Ovalles, as they explore the intersection of jazz and their shared cultural backgrounds.
March 15, 6 p.m, at Studio Bell, studiobell.ca.
Verdi’s Requiem
Sit in to witness Grammy-winning conductor Karen Kamensek with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (accompanied by some soloists) in this sombre, theatrical performance.
March 20, 7:30 p.m. at Jack Singer Concert Hall, werklundcentre.ca.
July Talk
Celebrate 10 years of growled Canadian blues-rock goodness as July Talk celebrates their 2016 JUNO award-winning album, Touch.
March 17, 7 p.m. at the Palace Theatre, thepalacetheatre.ca.
Black Label Society
Legendary heavy metal band Black Label Society and their shredding lead guitarist Zakk Wylde need no introduction. Expect high energy, loud vocals, and an intense mosh pit.
March 19, 8 p.m. at Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, greyeagleresortandcasino.ca.
Jackson Reed and the Silverbirds
Support local artists and head to the King Eddy for a night of modern pop with a classic rock twist, as the band celebrates Live In ‘25, their first EP in four years.
March 20, 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the King Eddy, kingeddy.ca.
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Celebrate British rock supremacy and bang your head to “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You,” and “Here Comes The Sun.” Or, just gently nod your head.
March 21 and April 11 at Grace Presbyterian Church, gracechurchcalgary.com.
The Goo Goo Dolls
‘90s alt-rock never dies as the Goo Goo Dolls hit Calgary for their Canadian Spring tour. Opening for the show is your favourite high school emo band, Dashboard Confessional.
March 23, 7 p.m. at the Scotiabank Saddledome, scotiabanksaddledome.com.
Maddox Batson
At just 16 years old, country singer Maddox Batson has released hit singles and co-wrote Lana Del Rey and Quavo’s song “Tough.”
March 26, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Grey Eagle Event Centre, greyeagleresortandcasino.ca.
Shane Smith and The Saints
Are you a fan of Yellowstone? Then you’ve probably heard this “red dirt” country band, particularly their moody hit, “All I See Is You.”
March 27, 7 p.m. at the Palace Theatre, thepalacetheatre.ca.
The Fragments and Anne Loree
Every Saturday, a different band takes the Ship’s stage for an afternoon showcase of all-ages fun and diverse jams. This time, The Fragments bring their irreverent pop-rock, with support from Edmonton singer-songwriter Anne Loree.
March 28, 2 p.m. at the Ship and Anchor, shipandanchor.com.
EXTENSIVE SLAUGHTER, LANGUID, DIVINE APPREHENSION, and BANZAI
It’s a squelching night of blackened crust punk over at Calgary’s favourite barbecue joint. Featuring bands from Vancouver, Edmonton, and right down the street, your attendance here is mandatory.
April 3, 8 p.m. at the Palomino, thepalomino.ca.
The Exploited
This is your chance to see some real punk rock history live and up close, as Wattie Buchan brings his mohawked band of miscreants to Calgary for two(!) nights of chaos.
April 8 and 10 at Dickens, dickensyyc.com.
