Booking a tour through the BC interior requires knowing who to call. These venues are friendly to independent electronic music promoters and are essential stops on the "Highway 99" circuit.
1. The Blue Grotto (Kamloops)
A classic live music venue that is very open to electronic events. It has a great "dive bar" feel with a surprisingly good sound system. The local crowd is thirsty for culture and comes out hard for touring acts.
2. The Royal (Nelson)
Nelson is a town that punches way above its weight for electronic music. The Royal is the hub. It hosts everything from international bass acts to local house nights. Playing here feels like playing a mini-festival; the energy is electric.
3. O'Flannigan's Pub (Kelowna)
While it looks like a standard Irish pub, O'Flannigan's has a long history of hosting live music and DJ nights. It’s a great "middle ground" venue for artists who might be too underground for the big clubs but want a lively downtown room.
4. Sun Peaks & Silver Star (Resort Gigs)
Don't forget the ski hills. Both Sun Peaks (near Kamloops) and Silver Star (near Vernon) have bars that need DJs every weekend during the winter. These gigs pay well and often come with accommodation, making them perfect anchors for a tour.