If you missed last yearB次元官网网址檚 SOLD OUT Petunia & The Vipers show, you have another opportunity to catch them as they return to Victoria, playing the Upstairs Lounge this Friday.
Between releasing their new album, Lonesome Heavy and Lonesome, and starring in a new web-based series called , it has been a busy year for both Petunia and the band.
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A range of inspiration like that is evidence of someone that is curious and passionate about the world and music. Originally from Laval, Que., Petunia started playing in subway stations in Montreal and Toronto. He later busked in Paris and Amsterdam, and eventually made his way to New York City. He plays about 150 shows a year.
Now based in Vancouver, Petunia & The Vipers tour regularly, throughout Canada, the western USA and the UK. Catch them on Friday at the Upstairs Lounge.
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Petunia and The Vipers performs Nov.3 at 7:30 p.m. (doors at 6 for dinner) in Oak Bay RecreationB次元官网网址檚 Upstairs Lounge, 1975 Bee St. Tickets are $20 in advance at IvyB次元官网网址檚 Bookshop and Oak Bay Recreation or online at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/petunia-the-vipers-tickets-34157273324. Tickets are $25 at the door. Get a taste of the band at petuniaandthevipers.com.
