This week's roundup includes forward-thinking, experimental artists who defy genre.
 

Daniel Caesar

The Juno and Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer—whose post-R&B combines soul, gospel, and electronic music—has announced the second leg of his world tour, including a stop in Vancouver this September. Toronto-based Daniel Caesar’s latest album, Never Enough, debuted at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums Chart, and includes collaborations with Rick Ross, Mustafa, Summer Walker, and Ty Dolla $ign, as well as production from BADBADNOTGOOD and Mark Ronson.

When: September 30

Where: Pacific Coliseum

Tickets: On sale Friday, June 16 via Ticketmaster

Dandy Warhols and The Black Angels

Psych rockers the Dandy Warhols and the Black Angels have plotted a joint tour, with a short run of predominately West Coast shows lined up for October. The sole Canadian stop so far is Vancouver. Formed in Portland in 1994, the Dandy Warhols are staples of the Rose City scene—their Odditorium rehearsal space and recording studio also doubles as a creative events venue and wine bar. The group’s most recent release is 2020’s Tafelmuzik Means More When You're Alone. Texas-based the Black Angels released its sixth effort, Wilderness of Mirrors, last year.

When: October 19

Where: Vogue Theatre

Tickets: On sale Friday, June 16 via Admitone

Little Dragon

Swedish electronic quartet Little Dragon are hitting the road on a headlining North American tour. The run is in support of their forthcoming album, Slugs of Love, which is due out next month. Formed in 1996 and known for combining textures of pop, R&B, and dance music, the band has collaborated with everyone from Gorillaz and Kaytranada to BADBADNOTGOOD and Kali Uchis. The new effort includes features from Damon Albarn and JID.

When: October 3

Where: Commodore Ballroom

Tickets: On sale Friday, June 16 via Ticketmaster