Sundays with The Broadview Trio
Every other weekend, this three-piece jazz band brings a modern take on traditional jazz to Calgary’s premiere speakeasy. March 2, 16, and 30 at Betty Lou’s Library, 908 17 Ave. S.W., bettylouslibrary.com
Rinzen w/ Lainey Kate, Luzhik & Roll Marley
Cinematic sound design and forward-thinking techno production across a variety of genres are par for the course when Rinzen hits the decks. March 6, 9 p.m. at Commonwealth, 731 10 Avenue S.W., commonwealthbar.ca
Deathpact w/ Austeria & JAWNS b2b TISOKI
A show like no other, mysterious producer Deathpact crafts a live experience that includes cryptic visual motifs and electronic sounds on the “From Darkness Comes Light” tour. March 7, 7 p.m. at MacEwan Hall, 402 Collegiate Blvd. N.W., machallconcerts.com
Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner
Celebrate the queen of rock ‘n roll this month as your Calgary Phil brings Turner’s music to life with guest vocals from LaKisha Jones, Armando Imagines, and Nova Y. Payton. A great way to pre-game The Tina Turner Musical later this month — read on for more details! March 8, 7:30 p.m. at Jack Singer, 225 8 Avenue S.E., calgaryphil.com
Blu & Exile w/ Spark Houston
Riding the high of their latest album Love (the) Ominous World, this eclectic hip-hop duo are ready to tear Calgary a new one and bust some subwoofers. March 10, 7 p.m. at Dickens, 1000 9 Ave. S.W., dickensyyc.com
Jason McCoy, Chad Brownlee & Jason Blaine
“The Great Canadian Roadtrip 2.0” lands in Calgary, featuring three country superstars with a boatload of CCMA and CMA wins between them. March 13, 6:30 p.m. at Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr., reyeagleresortandcasino.ca
Autonomous Apes w/ Wack & Coherence
Starting in Russia before relocating to Vancouver, Autonomous Apes are bringing their heavy alternative rock jams to the prairies, touring in support of their latest album, Blame Me. March 15, 7 p.m. at Loophole Coffee Bar, 1040 8 Ave. S.W., theloophole.ca
Controlled Burn
Calgary Phil performs Josef Suk’s Asrael Symphony, starring Cree artist Cris Derksen on the cello. The piece draws inspiration from traditional Indigenous practice. March 15, 7:30 p.m. at Jack Singer, 225 8 Avenue S.E., calgaryphil.com
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Starring Jayna Elise, this jukebox musical follows Tina’s journey against all the odds. You don’t want to miss this acclaimed show from Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall. March 18 to 23 at the Jubilee, 1415 14 Ave. N.W., calgary.broadway.com
Heart
From the soaring melodies of “Crazy On You” to the thrashing snarl of “Barracuda,” Heart has defined rock ‘n roll history for decades. Don’t miss the “Royal Flush” tour when it comes to Calgary. March 20, 8 p.m. at the Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., scotiabanksaddledome.com
Bob Log III w/ Bug Swallow & The Special Edisons
Clad in a cannonball suit and wielding a slide guitar like a machine gun, Bob Log III is a lo-fi garage rock experiment that pre-dates all those weird egg punk bands you love. March 21, 8 p.m. at the Palomino, 109 7 Ave. S.W., thepalomino.ca
Stephen Fearing & The Sentimentals w/ Mia Kelly
Specializing in a “Tin Pan Alley songwriting” take on roots music, Stephen Fearing’s creative partnership with Danish indie-folk band The Sentimentals is something to behold, courtesy of Fish Creek Concerts. March 22, 7:30 p.m. at River Park Church, 3818 14a St. S.W., fishcreekconcerts.com
Tommy Emmanuel, CGP
See why Tommy was named a “Certified Guitar Player” by Chet Atkins (one of four humans gifted this honour — ever!). Personally? I think it’s because of his mind-boggling ability to play three guitar parts at once while playing an irresistible brand of country-influenced acoustic rock. March 30, 8 p.m. at Jack Singer, 225 8 Ave. S.E., artscommons.ca
Mayhem w/ Mortiis, Imperial Triumphant & New Skeletal Faces
Trve black metal legends Mayhem bring the DECIBEL tour to Calgary, leaving a trail of ringing ears and sore necks in their wake. Don your kutte and please, for the sake of all your fellow headbangers, wear some deodorant. April 3, 5:30 p.m. at The Palace, 219 8 Ave. S.W., thepalacetheatre.ca
The Electric Highway
A two-day celebration of all things heavy, The Electric Highway is your new favourite music festival that spans stoner rock, psychedelic, hardcore, and more. Now in its fifth year under the name, this edition features local heavyweights like Buffalo Bud Buster and Geoff riffing alongside Edmonton’s Hydracat, Vancouver’s La Chinga, and so many more. April 4 and 5 at Dickens, 1000 9 Ave. S.W., dickensyyc.com, theelectrichighway.ca
