Grammy-nominated band fun. has announced a co-headline date with Tegan and Sara, Saturday, August 31 at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
The NYC-based band, fun. was among this year’s most nominated artists at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards, having earned six total nominations including a prestigious “Best New Artist” nod. The multiple Grammy nominations secured fun.’s place in music history, establishing them as the first ever rock band to score nods in the top four categories: “Song of the Year,” “Record of the Year,” “Album of the Year,” and “Best New Artist.”
Tegan and Sara¢s 13-year career has seen them build an avid global following of fans and fellow musicians alike. Their unique ability to bridge the pop and indie worlds has allowed their music to cross all traditional boundaries of genre, from being covered by The White Stripes to collaborating with superstar DJs such as Tiesto and David Guetta. Having sold nearly 1 million career albums and toured with acts from The Killers to Neil Young, Tegan and Sara recently released their 7th studio album – Heartthrob.
Tickets will be $45 each and go on-sale to the general public Friday, April 12 at 10am via Live Nation. For complete details and ticket availability, please see http://ournameisfun.com/tour
Mumford & Sons will also host a Surrey Concert in The Park May 24.