Father's day

Saddle Up with the Best Country Concerts - The Ultimate Music Gift for Dad

Stingray — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Saddle Up with the Best Country Concerts - The Ultimate Music Gift for Dad Stingray Mon, 06/03/2024

Father’s Day is on the horizon, and if you're aiming for more than the usual pair of socks, why not rope in something that strikes a chord with Dad’s love for music?

The Perfect Father’s Day Gift for The Cowboy at Heart

Before you head to the mall, consider a gift that celebrates Dad’s love for concerts. Remember, he wasn't always about the nine-to-five grind; there was a time when he was a free-spirited cowboy, taking road trips and rocking out in his denim jacket.

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Top Country Picks for Dad

Grab some cold ones and dive into our curated concert series featuring the best in country music. Check out the Classic Country Collection featuring Dad’s favorites like: Brad Paisley, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, and so many other country legends.

These deals are available from June 3rd to June 17th. Access Qello Concerts’ treasure trove of country performances on any digital device. Don't let these deals ride off into the sunset!

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Treat Dad To A Blast From Concerts Past – The Ultimate Music Gift Idea for the Dad Who Rocks

Stingray — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:52:57 +0000

Treat Dad To A Blast From Concerts Past – The Ultimate Music Gift Idea for the Dad Who Rocks Stingray Mon, 06/05/2023

Father’s Day is just around the corner…

That means all across the land, people will soon be panic-buying underwear, socks, and power tools.

But wait!

Before racing to your local shopping mall (like everyone else inevitably will), why not get Dad something he might actually enjoy? (Assuming he’s not a die-hard tighty-whitie collector).

It may be hard to see it now, but Dad was once a young dude who played in a band, took spontaneous road trips, wore a badass old jean jacket, or all the above.

In fact, time may have softened his edges a bit, but inside your dad that rocking rebel remains.

So why not invite younger Dad for some shared Father’s Day fun this year?

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Take Dad rocking and rolling down memory lane with a Qello Concerts subscription.

Our special Father’s Day pricing makes this the best-ever time to go concert-hopping together, with a 6-month gift at 60% off for $29.99, or a one year gift at 65% off for only $49.99!

Want Qello Concerts for yourself? Enjoy a deal on the one year plan at 65% off for $49.99 and a discounted two year plan at 70% off for $89.99!

These special deals will be available from June 5th to June 18th.

You may offer a subscription as a gift, but chances are you’ll find yourself rocking out just as hard once you’ve experienced these incredible shows for yourself.

Grab some cold ones and start with our specially curated concert series: “Top Picks For Dad.”

Dad Rock? More Like Best-Ever Rock

Our special Father’s Day collection features iconic artists from the golden age of rock, back when bands really knew how to bring the house down.

You just can’t go wrong with this series, but here are some stand-out picks to get you in the mood:

Queen Rock Montreal

To those lucky enough to experience it live, this show was like a visitation from the gods of rock. Queen are widely hailed as one of the best live bands of all time, and this was one of their finest moments. Some say Montreal was changed forever that night.

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The Rolling Stones at Glastonbury

The greatest rock and roll band in the world? Few would argue. Mick, Keef and company really set the bar high when it comes to staying young at heart. This legendary set from 2014 will have Dad busting out his telecaster and working on his Jumpin’ Jack Flash riff.

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Radiohead Live at Glastonbury

For younger dads, it doesn’t get much more epic than Radiohead. These alt-rock pioneers never disappoint on the biggest stages. Watch this set and try not to get goosebumps when the crowd joins in for Karma Police.

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The Police: Certifiable

Speaking of police, perhaps New Wave is more your dad’s thing? If so, invite Sting and the lads into your living room. No one perfected the spiky energy and attitude of the era better than they did, with only three instruments but plenty of arena-ready anthems for the ages.

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Six films-concerts à regarder avec papa

Mackenzie — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 14:11:56 +0000

Six films-concerts à regarder avec papa Mackenzie Fri, 06/04/2021

La fête des Pères est l’occasion idéale pour savourer un bon repas avec papa, s’installer confortablement sur le canapé et regarder ensemble un concert de son artiste préféré. Nous savons à quel point il peut être difficile de choisir une émission, un film ou un concert; c’est pourquoi nous avons regroupé pour vous les meilleurs films-concerts pour tous les goûts. Nous avons également une offre exclusive pour célébrez l'occasion: offrez un abonnement d'un an à Qello Concerts à 65% de rabais!

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Pour le papa nostalgique

Ce concert de Queen live à Montréal est le seul qui a été tourné sur pellicule 35 mm. La formation, menée de main de maître par la véritable bête de scène qu’est Freddie Mercury, y livre une performance haute en couleur.

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Pour le papa groovy

Les performances électrisantes de James Brown sont légendaires et ses apparitions à Montreux en témoignent amplement. Ce concert filmé en 1981 est indéniablement l’une des prestations les plus mémorables de celui qu’on surnomme le parrain du soul.

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Pour le papa fan de rock

Aerosmith Rocks Donington est bien plus qu’un simple concert : c’est la preuve du lien puissant et explosif qui unit Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton et Joey Kramer, et de leur relation durable avec les fans de rock du monde entier.

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Pour le papa classique

Cédant la scène au crooner favori de tous, The Main Event a été filmé en direct au Madison Square Garden. Sinatra y éblouit la foule en interprétant ses classiques, tels que « You Are the Sunshine of My Life » et « Let Me Try Again ».

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Pour le papa country

Outlaws and Angels est un hommage très spécial à la musique de Willie Nelson. Ce concert filmé au Wiltern Theatre de Los Angeles en 2004 fait suite aux concerts Stars and Guitars et Live and Kickin de 2002 et 2003, mais est le premier à être transposé à l’écran.

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Pour le papa hipster

Avec Dust and Thunder, la populaire formation folk britannique Mumford & Sons met le cap sur l’Afrique du Sud en compagnie d’une bande de musiciens et d’amis. Avec ses images majestueuses, ce film capture la conclusion de la tournée sud-africaine du groupe avec deux soirées de concert dans le magnifique outback de Pretoria.

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Father's Day Concert Guide

Paula — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:11:59 +0000

Father's Day Concert Guide Paula Wed, 06/02/2021

Father’s Day is the perfect occasion to enjoy a good meal, seat in the couch and watch his favorite concert film together. We all know how hard it can be to pick a show, movie, or concert and that’s why we’ve rounded up the best concert films for every type of father. Also, we thought you might enjoy this super deal: get 65% off 1-year access pass on Qello Concerts!

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Quality time with dad beats any gift, so here we go:

For the Nostalgic Dad

Live in Montreal, this concert by Queen is the only one that was ever shot on 35mm film. Always a great live band, with arguably the greatest frontman of all time in Freddie Mercury, they excelled themselves with the cameras rolling.

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For the Groovy Dad

James Brown's electrifying live performances are legendary and his appearances at Montreux give ample evidence of this. This concert filmed in 1981 is undeniably one of his finest performances.

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For the Rock Dad

Aerosmith Rocks Donington is much more than just a great gig. It is a lasting document of the powerful and explosive bond that these five men - Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, and Joey Kramer - have made with each other and with fans of rock 'n' roll everywhere.

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For the Old-fashioned Dad

Charged with the electricity of a heavyweight prizefight, The Main Event was filmed live at Madison Square Garden. Sinatra dazzles the crowd with contemporary numbers such as "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" and "Let Me Try Again".

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For the Cowboy Dad

Outlaws And Angels is a very special celebration of the music of Willie Nelson. The concert recorded at the Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles in early 2004. It follows on from the Stars And Guitars and Live And Kickin concerts of 2002 and 2003 but is the first to be released on film.

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For the Hipster Dad

DUST AND THUNDER chronicles the meeting of South Africa with their long-standing favorites, Mumford & Sons. A British band in huge demand, and a country extremely excited to welcome them. With a coachload of their close musical friends brought along for the ride, this exquisitely shot film captures the tour's conclusion with two nights in the beautiful Pretorian outback.

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The Gift of Dad Rock | Father’s Day

Kurt — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 12:55:30 +0000

The Gift of Dad Rock | Father’s Day Kurt Mon, 06/11/2018

Dad-bod, dad jeans, dad rock.

These are most definitely not flattering terms. They signify the opposite of cool. Or even worse, the idea of an unhip man past his prime trying embarrassingly hard to be cool.

Appreciation for being a good father is certainly welcome on Father’s Day. But even if he’s become the silent type – because you as his kid always came first - perhaps what he’d really like is a little attention in return. Lend him an ear, give him a fist-bump and the ultimate compliment: “Dad, you’re so cool.” Then ask him about his glory days.

Give in to “dad rock” and indulge him. Whatever you do together on Father’s Day, do it to the soundtrack of his rebel youth. Hang out together and let him tell you his cool stories, no matter how many times you’ve heard them before.

Whether or not you’ve heard his favorite tunes coming from his man-cave, here’s a primer on how to please him.

THE DIFFERENT GENERATIONS AND STYLES OF DAD ROCK

At first, “dad rock” was defined as the music of the baby boomers who came of age in the sixties and seventies that represents the canon of what is called “classic rock”. It includes the legendary Beatles and Stones of course, but in a boomer’s memory, it’s a complex sonic ecosystem.

Here’s a challenge: if you really want to please your boomer dad – or grandad - ask him to explain to you the many bands that Neil Young and Eric Clapton played in before they became iconic solo artists. Then prepare to sit back and get schooled.

Then why not watch one of these documentaries together?

Eric Clapton: Crossroads Guitar Festival

Paul McCartney and Wings Rockshow

The Rolling Stones: From The Vault Hampton Coliseum Live In 1981

Bad-ass Dad

(or Vinyl Dad or High-Fi Dad)

If you’ve overheard your hard rock Seventies-era dad with his friends sharing youthful war stories that strike you as hypocritical - because they involve the very same kind of partying he warned you against – put on some Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin or Rush and interrogate him about what he got up to when he had a lot of hair.

You may also want to watch one of these together to get him started:

David Gilmour - Live at Pompeii

Rush – A Show of Hands

Kiss - Rock Las Vegas

If your rebel dad was more of a Seventies-Eighties punk rocker, make him happy by asking him about the origins of early British punk and alternative music. Cook him his favorite breakfast and try this question: “Hey dad, can you tell me about the days when Bono and Sting were cool?”

If you haven’t seen U2 with the old man yet, and you’re willing to show your love by shelling out some cash, there’s still time to catch them on their ongoing Innocence + Experience tour. Or if you’re on a tight budget, watch this together:

The Police – Certifiable

And now that you’re a well-balanced adult yourself, perhaps it’s time to crack a beer for the dad and come clean: telling him what you really got up to in your own youth will make your relationship stronger.

Gen-X Dad

(CD-era Dad or Cassette Dad)

If pa came of age in the 80s or 90s, his first car was likely equipped with a stereo and speakers he installed himself. Believe it or not, it was an exciting time of rapidly evolving technology. At some point, his music collection suffered from format fatigue. As cassette tapes gave way to the awesome, hi-tech CD format, he was confronted with the epic decision of which albums were essential enough to repurchase as CDs.

(Meanwhile, on foot, skateboard, bicycle or bus to his minimum-wage job, dad had to choose whether to bring his Sony Walkman or Discman).

For Father’s Day festivities, you can’t go wrong with a classic rock playlist, as this is the era when FM radio still played the boomer classics mixed with the latest hits. The Police and U2 became mainstream superstars, along with artists like Tom Petty and Bon Jovi, and entered the classic rock canon that you hear today.

If you want to make your dad feel really cool and mom’s not around, ask him about his car, his stereo and the girls he dated before they met. If that’s “too much information”, grab a pen or pencil, dig up a cassette from his dad cave, and ask him to demonstrate how to manually rewind it.

Or put on this classic rock playlist and hang out.

Ultimate '70s Classic Rock Collection

Challenge: find a photo of your Gen-X dad, and check out his hair to determine which of these to watch together.

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers - Running Down a Dream

Bon Jovi - Radio BBC

Trad-Dad

When the kids grow up and leave the house and a father can at last mellow out and enjoy his free time, a man often seeks to expand his musical taste. He may develop an interest in classical composers, taking his lovely lady to live opera, or digging into origins of the rock he grew up on blues, jazz, bluegrass, and country.

Or perhaps your dad has always been a super-traditional father with a pick-up truck.

Either way, you’re in luck. Why worry about what’s hip? Let dad be dad. On Father’s Day, watch some of his favorite live performance and enjoy being uncool and old-school together.