Fantastic Show!
by CRJ on 11/8/23Le Studio TD - MontréalI have seen Dan Mangan in concert a number of times and it’s always an incredible experience.
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Dan Mangan In Concert
At a time when the Canadian indie-rock landscape was dominated by supergroup collectives like Broken Social Scene and the New Pornographers, Dan Mangan emerged from Vancouver, BC, with his wistful 2005 debut Postcards and Daydreaming, an unvarnished set of folky lullabies and ragged country-rock that introduced listeners to his comforting, emotive voice and heartfelt lyricism. But this seemingly humble troubadour harbored more grandiose ambitions, which began to flourish on his 2009 breakthrough album Nice, Nice, Very Nice. Initially released through Vancouver-based indie imprint File: Under Music, the album transformed Mangan into a Canadian indie-rock sensation, thanks to pulse-pumping anthems like "Road Regrets" and his signature, arm-swaying sing-along, "Robots." In 2010, the album would receive a wider release through Broken Social Scene's Arts & Crafts label in North America, en route to a Polaris Music Prize shortlist nomination that year. Mangan's next record, Oh Fortune, further expanded his vision, casting his tender croon in an encroaching storm of orchestral arrangements. But while the album would earn Mangan both the New Artist of the Year and Alternative Album of the Year honors at the 2012 Juno Awards, it also effectively marked the end phase in Mangan's evolution as the acoustic-guitar-wielding singer/songwriter. He issued his next album, 2015's Club Meds, under the name Dan Mangan + Blacksmith, surrounding himself with a backing band made up of players from Vancouver's avant-jazz and worldbeat scenes. The record was darker and moodier than anything he had attempted before, forsaking the folk-song forms of previous releases for a more textural, post-rock-inspired approach closer in spirit to post-'00s Radiohead. And although Mangan's 2018 effort, More or Less, reverts back to the solo billing, the experimental impulses he indulged with Blacksmith remain, with the singer couching his sobering, poignant observations about new parenthood and geopolitical strife in freaky new-wave funk ("Lynchpin") and rousing, heartland-bound Krautrock ("Troubled Mind").
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Songwriter's Circle, Dan Mangan
by Sally on 11/16/22Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium - CalgaryThis was one of the best evenings we have had in a long time. Dan Mangan, Rose Cousins and Jeremy Dutcher are all incredible talents individually, and to experience them together in this format was so wonderful. It was great to have the show open with 3 talents who aren't well known yet, such a good opportunity for them as performers and artists. Thanks to SAITSA for bringing this to us!
Rating: 5 out of 5 So amazing!
by Erin on 11/29/21The Danforth Music Hall - TorontoSuch a great concert! Awesome vibe, great music, great venue.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Dan + Danforth = match made in heaven
by Mikko on 3/15/20The Danforth Music Hall - TorontoHonestly one of the best shows I've ever been to. The Danforth is my favourite venue and the show was extraordinary. Dan is so wholesome and sounded so wonderful. I didn't even realize how much I loved him until the show. Went from like a 8/10 to an 11/10. An hour into the show I got tickets for his 2nd Toronto show the following night. Definitely a night to remember.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Amazing!
by C. on 11/22/19LONDON MUSIC HALL - LondonA nice small venue, Dan was very personable and the sound was great. However, I was expecting to be standing in the GA section, but there were seats, which is never as fun because everyone has to stay seated. Would have loved more room to dance and move around.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Dan Mangan is SOO awesome!
by EmilyVincke on 11/4/12LONDON MUSIC HALL - LONDONDan Mangan put on a really good show! The Rural Alberta Advantage did as well. Both were really enthusiastic and fun.
Rating: 4 out of 5by RomaHK on 11/3/12Burton Cummings Theatre - Winnipeg Thought the concert was awesome! Rural Alberta Advantage opened up and did a superb job. Really love their sound, and it was great to see them live, the energy was awesome. I really enjoy Dan Mangan and did again for this show. At times it seemed a bit like a disorganized jam though, like they were trying to find their way, which they eventually would and then would rock it out. I do enjoy Dan in a more acoustic setting, and preferred the songs where it was more about him and his vocals. And a definite highlight was his crowd interaction! Robot Love was supremely awesome!
Rating: 4 out of 5 RAA and Dan Mangan
by Kevoka on 10/31/12The Danforth Music Hall Theatre - TorontoActually went for the RAA. They put on a great, honest rock show. One of my favourite bands over the past 2 years. 3rd time seeing them and they never disappoint. Very humble and gracious people as well. They always make a point of sticking around after they play to meet their fans. Very generous with their time. Oh, and Dan Mangan was good too.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 10/30/11Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Toronto Phenomenal Concert & a great venue! Dan's performance was superb!