Canadian Blast will take place at the arts complex on July 2, the day after the annual Canada Day celebrations in Trafalgar Square.

In addition to live music, the Barbican outing will involve filmmakers from the North American territory. Among the musicians already confirmed to perform are headliners The Hidden Cameras alongside compatriots Woodpigeon, and Devon Sproule.

In the run up to the main event, the centre's foyer will play host to a series of free shows featuring former Spirit ...