Over the last quarter-century, few concert venues across Canada have witnessed as many electrifying moments as Scotiabank Arena.
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In this visual tour-de-force, readers embark on a mesmerizing journey of the building's storied past through the many legendary shows to happen on its stage. Beginning with the inception of the arena's construction, the book transports us through time, allowing us to relive a remarkable number of concerts by the world's most renowned artists. From The Tragically Hip's groundbreaking debut in 1999 to U2's incredible 4-night stand in 2005 to Madonna's thrilling Celebration tour in 2024, each page unveils unforgettable moments in Toronto concert history - told firsthand by the artists, promoters, and, most significantly, the passionate fans who were there.
Complementing these narratives is a breathtaking collection of concert memorabilia and photography, including a captivating two-part feature on the arena's wrestling legacy, and a dedicated section highlighting the Asian pop explosion of the 2010s. Stories of the Stage features insights from acclaimed performers such as Avril Lavigne, City and Colour, The Tragically Hip, Russell Peters, Leslie Feist, Glenn Lewis, Adam Copeland and many more.
Over the past 25 years, the building has welcomed over 13 million concertgoers through its doors, each seeking the exhilarating vibration and energy of live music. With Stories of the Stage: 25 Years of Concert History at Scotiabank Arena, we reflect and celebrate the cherished memories and connections forged at one of Canada's most beloved concert venues.
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“Stories of the Stage by Daniel Tate takes us on a journey through the hearts of Canadian live entertainment. Reading this brought back many memories of my dreams and moments throughout the years. For me, the arena has always felt like coming home, and that hometown feeling - there’s truly nothing like it. Tate manages to capture that magic, as his stories remind us how these iconic venues become part of who we are, as they get weaved into our life experiences. This book is a celebration of music, sports and live entertainment, and a must-read for anyone who wants to relive these unforgettable moments in history.”
–Trish Stratus, WWE Hall of Famer
About The Author
Daniel Tate
With his vast archives and knack for research and storytelling, Daniel Tate has been tirelessly chronicling Toronto music history since 2015 when he started The Flyer Vault project. His passion for sharing formative moments in Canadian concert history has helped propel The Flyer Vault as a go-to account for concert fans. In 2019, Daniel teamed up with Grammy-winning writer Rob Bowman to release the Amazon bestselling book, The Flyer Vault: 150 Years of Toronto Concert History with a foreword written by Geddy Lee (published by Dundurn Press).