Our virtual concert series shines the spotlight on young musicians who are breaking new ground
What is summer without cut-off jean shorts, cheesy flower crowns and an extra-large poutine served out of a truck? Well, thanks to COVID-19, we’re about to find out. Festivals are a no-go this year and even the smaller outdoor concerts we’d been looking forward to are on pause. (Raise your hand if you’re *still* waiting on ticket refunds….)
Before the pandemic hit, we were deep into planning summer content for FLARE, which in previous years would have included round-ups of all the best concerts, up-and-coming musicians to watch and (appropriation-free) festival style guides. When we had to quickly pivot our content line-up, we asked: How can we step in and provide the entertainment, inspiration and joy that the coronavirus has taken from us? And one…
