VictoriaNow took in last weekend’s fabulous Phillips Backyard concert Tilt!, where thousands of music lovers gathered for a lineup of international and Canadian acts killing it onstage.

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The two-day music festival on Saturday and Sunday was the second of three music fests Phillips Brewing is putting on this summer.

Hotel Mira | Photo Credit: Colin Smith/VictoriaNow

The weekend witnessed the likes of The Beaches, Current Swell, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Half Moon Run, Hotel Mira, Old Soul Rebel, and more on the concert stage.

The Beaches | Photo Credit: Colin Smith/VictoriaNow

“Honestly, it’s good times, great beer, wonderful people, and amazing vibes here,” Festival Co-Producer Morgan Brooker told us.

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The vibe really was one of cool community and a feel-good festival. Everyone played nice under the sun and into the warm night, rocking out from act to act.

Snotty Nose Rez Kids | Photo credit: Colin Smith/VictoriaNow

Considering this was the first Phillips Backyard Festival in three years, the joyful sense of returning to fun among crowds was palpable. 

Old Soul Rebel | Photo credit: Colin Smith/VictoriaNow

This year’s fest expanded its venue, increased staff for beer sales, and added perks like refillable water stations to make the experience a summer success.

Current Swell | Photo credit: Colin Smith/VictoriaNow

Phillips Brewery’s next weekend music fest  – Implosion Explosion – takes place August 13-14 in the big Backyard.

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More and info and ticket sales can be found here.

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