Young Friend Tickets

Meet Young Friend, the stage name of Drew Tarves, a JUNO-nominated indie artist-producer from Vancouver, British Columbia. Known for his jangly guitars, warm retro-pop textures, and candid, self-reflective lyrics, Young Friend blends indie pop and indie rock to create intimate yet expansive songs. His breakthrough came with a rising profile after the release of the HOW DID WE GET HERE? (EP, 2022) and scaredy cat (EP, 2023), culminating in a JUNO nomination that spotlighted his gift for melody and production.

In 2025, Young Friend released Motorcycle Sound Effects, his debut full-length album, on Nettwerk (co-created with David Marinelli). The album expands his sound while staying true to the earnest storytelling that fans love. He’s hitting the road with a headline Canadian tour across multiple provinces, including a Vancouver JUNOfest appearance that’s drawing attention from fans and critics alike. We’ve got you covered for tickets, show details, and how to secure your seats for these intimate, energizing performances.

Follow Young Friend for behind-the-scenes glimpses, new music, and tour updates on his socials:

Social media: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube. Official music and updates can also be found on Nettwerk and Killbeat pages.

Upcoming tour dates are listed individually on venue pages and event listings. Each show is a standalone date with its own venue details. Tickets are available through our easy, no-fuss process—secure your seats and be part of Young Friend’s evolving live journey.

Discover more about the artist’s background, discography highlights, and the story behind Motorcycle Sound Effects as Young Friend continues to shape Vancouver’s indie scene and beyond.