Canadian Bands at the Vans Warped Tour July 30, 2008

The Vans Warped Tour showcases established and emerging bands in the pop-punk, ska, and alternative rock genres.

The Canadian bands performing on the 2008 Vans Warped Tour are:

Protest the Hero

The band from Whitby, ON recently released their second full-length album, Fortress, in January of 2008. Though they are hesitant to categorize their genre, Protest the Hero can be described as punk with elements of pop and metal. They have won numerous awards for independent and alternative music in Canada.

The Saint Alvia Cartel

The Saint Alvia Cartel, comprised of members who have attained previous success with other bands, is a Juno-nominated punk-rock powerhouse that incorporates numerous other genres in their music. Named for Ernest Alvia 'Smokey' Smith, the last living recipient of the Victoria Cross from the Second World War, the band originated in Burlington, ON.

Official Website: http://www.warpedtour.com/warpedtour/concerts.asp?id=37630&tour=65