June kicks off music festival season, with don't miss music fests such as NXNE, Manifesto Festival, Field Trip, and TD Toronto Jazz Festival happening in the city. The month also brings an abundance of concerts from big acts, Canadian talent, and up-and-coming creatives.
Here is our list of 10 concerts in Toronto you won’t want to miss this June.
Singer-songwriter, John Legend will hit the Budweiser Stage following his fifth studio album release, Darkness and Light, which was met with an abundance of critical praise. Legend is known for his powerful voice and love serenades. If you've been dying to hear "All of Me" outside the context of someone's wedding, here's your chance.
Saturday, June 17, 2017
Budweiser Stage
U2 fans, you've finally found what you've been looking for - U2 returns to Toronto. The Irish rock band will be bringing their massive stadium tour to the Rogers Centre. The tour commemorates the 30th anniversary of the band's iconic album, The Joshua Tree, one of the world's best-selling albums.
Friday, June 23, 2017
Rogers Centre
Carly Rae Jepsen ????
Canadian singer-songwriter will have you feeling all types of emotions, as she performs her hits accompanied the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. The one-night-only performance celebrates Canada 150 and will also feature intimate guitar and string quartet sets. Jepsen's most recent album, Emotion was met with positive reviews.
Saturday, June 17, 2017
Roy Thompson Hall
American singer-songwriter, Kehlani will provide the perfect "distraction" from the Sunday blues when she hits the stage at REBEL. Kehlani released her debut studio album, SweetSexySavage earlier this year.
Sunday, June 4, 2017
REBEL
One of the world's best-selling artists of all time, Neil Diamond will be performing some of his most iconic hits at the Air Canada Centre this June. The anniversary tour celebrates Diamond's unparalleled career, which has spanned 50 years.
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Air Canada Centre
Alternative hip-hop and R&B artist, Princess Nokia will take the stage at the Velvet Underground. Her EP, 1992 was released last year and features her hit songs "Tomboy" and "Bruja." Princess Nokia, a self-described feminist and tomboy, is the next big thing in the alternative hip-hop scene.
Friday, June 9, 2017
Velvet Underground
Alexisonfire ????
If you never had the chance to attend an Alexisonfire concert before the band's breakup, this month you're in luck. The iconic Canadian rock band will come together to perform four shows at the Danforth Music Hall, as part of Budweiser's Discover What's Brewing Series.
June 18, 19, 21 & 22, 2017
Danforth Music Hall
The legendary reggae band, The Wailers, are bringing their revolutionary sound to Toronto in June. The band has claim to millions of Bob Marley & The Wailers recordings, so you can bet there's a chance you'll hear classic hits such as "Exodus," "Three Little Birds" and "Redemption Song."
Thursday, June 15, 2017
Phoenix Concert Theatre
Singer-songwriter, Jack Johnson will bring the beach to Toronto in support of his upcoming album. A former professional surfer, Johnson is known for his laid-back acoustic music – the perfect vibe for anyone relaxing on a sandy beach and soaking up the sun.
Sunday, June 4, 2017
Budweiser Stage
Dary Hall & John Oates and Tears For Fears
The '70s and '80s music scene is making its return to Toronto this June when two of the biggest musical acts hit the stage – together. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Daryl Hall and John Oates will partner with international multi-platinum selling band, Tears For Fears in a tour that includes one stop at the ACC.
Monday, June 19, 2017
Air Canada Centre