Explore our highlighted, most memorable sessions
Explore our highlighted, most memorable sessions—the ones where the magic on the shop floor was unmatched. Sit back, dive in and check out some of our favorite live-off-the-floor sets, full of real and unscripted moments from the incredible bands who’ve dropped by to play inside the shop. Hit play, turn it up, and see what went down.
Peninsula — From Monterrey to Niagara
Monterrey, Mexico
Full Live Performance at The Vintage Venture (19 Minutes)
“This was our first international act hailing from Monterrey, Mexico. We hosted the extremely talented Peninsula featuring four songs from their catalog. Not only did we make some memories that night, but we built a bond that still carries on to this day. Dig in, enjoy and watch one of the best musical transitions we’ve ever had on our shop floor. Simply transcendent.”
Mallory Chipman — Live Acoustic Soul & Storytelling
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Full Session at The Vintage Venture (22 Minutes)
“Mallory Chipman’s session was an unforgettable evening filled with beautiful moments of acoustic soul and rich storytelling. Accompanied by guitarist Brett Hansen, they stripped away the polish of the studio to deliver a spellbinding performance highlighted by her seamless, angelic voice. This session perfectly defines the core spirit of Pick 22 Presents: world-class talent, live-off-the-floor intimacy, and an undeniable connection to the space.”
My Son The Hurricane – Does Your Mama Know
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Live at The Vintage Venture (4 Minutes)
“From day one, getting local legends My Son The Hurricane into the shop was a dream session for us. But we had to wonder—was it actually possible to squeeze a 10+ piece funk juggernaut into our little space, let alone handle their massive sound? Heck yeah! This is one of three videos we did with one of Niagara’s top touring powerhouses.”
The Friendly Frogs Freakshow
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Live at The Vintage Venture (13 Minutes)
“How can we even begin to describe the sheer joy this session brings? The Friendly Frogs Freakshow absolutely blew us away! Dressed in full funky frog outfits paired with a touch of Vintage Venture flair, we were treated to 13 minutes of pure, unadulterated amphibious funk. This is one session you truly have to see to believe.”
James Blonde – Full Live Session
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Live at The Vintage Venture (11 Minutes)
“It was an absolute honor hosting local favorites James Blonde at The Vintage Venture. Easily one of the hardest-working, most refined acts in the Niagara area, they delivered a stunning three-song set packed with world-class arrangements and heavenly harmonies. A massive highlight was their track Giants—watching drummer Phil belt out lead lines while ripping through a heavy, technical drum beat is next-level talent. True multitasking royalty.”
Live Animals: Loud, Heavy, & Raw
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Live at The Vintage Venture (19 Minutes)
“Now this is a story! On one of the hottest days of the year, Live Animals rolled into the shop for their session—little did we know that was the exact weekend our AC unit would completely fail. The temp inside shot up to 98 degrees, but the fellas in the band didn’t miss a beat. They pushed through the heat and delivered one of the most memorable, raw performances we’ve ever had, sweat and all. Check out this epic five-song set, capped off with an incredible Tom Petty cover at the end!”
Delta Fuse — Irish Blues Rock
Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland
Full Live Session at The Vintage Venture (12 Minutes)
“Rock ‘n’ roll is full of wild stories, and that’s exactly how Irish blues-rock trio Delta Fuse ended up in our shop for their first-ever Canadian performance. It all came down to a simple message and perfect timing! Without even realizing the fellas were from overseas, we reached out purely because we dug their groove. Turns out, they were literally in Canada and right near Niagara at that exact moment. One quick chat later, it happened—resulting in one of our finest trio sessions and a truly historic moment for both of us.”
Maja Bannerman — Captivating, Raw & Unfiltered Spoken Word
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Live at The Vintage Venture (22 Minutes)
“This session is overflowing with spirit and life! Legendary performer Maja Bannerman stepped into the spotlight on our shop floor, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. A true artistic force backed by her Niagara Illumi Band, this was a legendary moment frozen in time. Watch as Maja masterfully weaves spoken word with dramatic performance tension to deliver one of our most captivating and unique episodes yet”
Maddisun — Indie Folk & Summer Roots
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Live Session at The Vintage Venture (22 Minutes)
“When we heard Maddisun was coming all the way from British Columbia to visit us at The Vintage Venture, we knew we had to do something special. Since she’s famous for touring the highway in her own vintage Chevy, we tracked down a classic 1970s Chevette specifically for this shoot to make her feel right at home. Just like the car, this session has its own special charm and Maddisun delivers a playful and strong performance from her album The Pages.”