The Funk Hunters Headlines Uptown Live on July 27
June 6, 2024, New Westminster, BC — The Funk Hunters, Side One, Sambacouver and Andrew Allen – these artists will hit the main stage in Uptown New West on July 27. Uptown Live is excited to announce the full musician line-up for the free street music festival.
In a sea of carbon-copy producers, The Funk Hunters have cultivated their signature sound by creating forward-thinking electronic music that is influenced by old school funk, soul and hip-hop. Side One is a unique band that can play just about every genre of music imaginable to get you on the dance floor. Pioneers of Brazilian music in Vancouver, Sambacouver brings the most vibrant rhythms of Brazilian carnival music. With his dynamic performances and engaging stage presence, singer-songwriter Andrew Allen has toured with some of the biggest names in the music industry.
“We have multiple stages throughout the festival grounds with live music all evening long,” says Bart Slotman, President of the Board for the Uptown Business Association (UBA), the non-profit business association hosting Uptown Live. “We are thrilled with this line-up and we can’t wait!”
Presented by TD Bank Group, Uptown Live runs from 4:00pm-9:30pm at the intersection of 6th Street and 6th Avenue in New Westminster. Phil-Bo, Jodie B, Ben Parker & Phoenix Laurén, Leo D.E Johnson, and John Welsh will be performing on the Plaza Stage. DJ A-Slam will be playing themed sets on the DJ Stage, including one for all the Swifties in Metro Vancouver.
In addition to live music, there will also be dance performances, interactive community exhibits, local artisan vendors, a wide selection of tasty food trucks, as well as fun and entertainment for everyone. Battlezone Vancouver will also be making an appearance.
“We want to extend our appreciation for our two stage sponsors, Douglas College and Starlight Casino,” Slotman adds. “The live entertainment is what makes us the biggest street festival in New Westminster!”
Uptown Live is taking place in the walkable, transit-accessible neighbourhood of Uptown New West. The full schedule of performances and musician bios are now available on the website at uptownlive.ca. Festival goers are also encouraged to follow Uptown Live on social media @uptownlivenw for more event updates.
About Uptown Live
Hosted by the Uptown Business Association of New Westminster, this electrifying event boasts a stellar lineup of local musical talents, refreshing craft beverages available site-wide, vibrant vendor market featuring local businesses and artisans, and mouthwatering delights from local restaurants, food makers and food trucks. As New Westminster’s largest street festival, Uptown Live is also a community-building extravaganza, bringing together New Westminster residents and our neighbours for a free summer evening of fun. The 2024 Uptown Live will take place on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:00pm-9:30pm. uptownlive.ca
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