The 2018 Calgary Stampede‘s live music lineup got started on Thursday night when Alexisonfire and The Dirty Nil hit the Coca-Cola Stage for night of loud Canadian rocking out.

Sydney was there with her camera taking photos from the pit, soaking in the sound, and being amazed at both the music on stage and the crowd.

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Direct quote from the pit…

This crowd was absolutely insane ??

There’s always something special about live rock and roll, with loud guitars, big performances, and a healthy disregard for normality. What better way to start an 11-day run of shows than with these two bands?

Check out the photos from Thursday night’s show – and stay tuned because we’ve got a whole lot more coming between now and the wrap of the 2018 Calgary Stampede!

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Alexisonfire at the 2018 Calgary Stampede

The Dirty Nil at the 2018 Calgary Stampede

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Photographer and fan of live music that spans genres, cities, and stages!