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10 Things You Should Do This Weekend featuring local musician iamforest

Welcome to the weekend! Kick it off by seeing some fantastic local musicians, like ambient electronic artist iamforest , who is throwing their ep release party at The Biltmore tonight, with support from Simple Machines and Devours.

Welcome to the weekend! Kick it off by seeing some fantastic local musicians, like ambient electronic artist iamforest, who is throwing their ep release party at The Biltmore tonight, with support from Simple Machines and Devours.

Or for more of a rock n roll night, yet still totally local, see Catlow and friends put on a party at The Fox! Then slink on through to the rest of these awesome shows.... This Weekend's Top 10, as selected by our city's #knowfun heroes at Do604.

1) iamforest, Simple Machines, Devours

Friday August 25 at The Biltmore

The production of these artists is top notch, and if you like big soundscapes, this lineup is to die for.

2) Catlow, Rocky Mountain Revival, Hello Sun

Friday August 25 at The Fox

Three sexy, indie, rock queen swagger bands fronted by strong ladies come together for what will be a memorable night at The Fox.

3) Molly Nilsson & Sean Nicholas Savage

Friday August 25 at The Waldorf

Speaking of lineups to die for, this pair of weirdly wonderful poetic artists is not to be missed.

4) Dead Cross

Friday August 25 at The Vogue

Totally metal, totally intense super group touring their first album.

5) Monstercat Compound

Saturday August 26 at Monstercat HQ

Free party with live DJs, gaming, beer, and food trucks for a super fun afternoon and early evening in Railtown.

6) Out For A Riff Vol 1

Saturday August 26 at The Waldorf

Loved Dead Cross? Want more? Out For A Riff is sure to blow out your eardrums, as it's an all day, all night party of metal and hardcore bands.

7) Michael Calfan

Saturday August 26 at Celebrities

Putting soul into house music, Parisian Michael Calfan is here to give you a night to dance to till you drop.

8) Allie X

Saturday August 26 at Biltmore

Rising like a true star, Allie X is one of the newest Canadian artists to hit the big time. See her live Saturday night!

9) Die Antwoord

Sunday August 27 at Thunderbird Sports Centre

South African group who have taken over the world with their shock antics and irresistible beats.

10) Jidenna

Sunday August 27 at Venue

Long live Jidenna and his fresh spin on hip hop.

Have an awesome weekend checking out these shows! You can always head to our Vancouver Events calendar, powered by Do604, for a full list of our recommended things to see and do in Vancouver.