Vancouver's best September concerts: Linkin Park, Neil Young, The Who

So we gotta say goodbye to the summer. But, readers, I promise you this: September is absolutely loaded with live music to keep you feeling the sunshine long after it has faded into the twilight.

From legends such as Neil Young and the remaining half of the Who to cult heroes Sparks and reunited naughties nü rawkers Linkin Park, the month is rocking. The variety of music genres and venues means there’s something for every taste.

Here are the top choices:

When : Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m.

Where : Orpheum Theatre

Tickets and info : livenation.ca

You don’t title your new album For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) to write upbeat tunes. Singer-songwriter Michelle Zauner’s introspective California soft rock recalls the days when Linda Ronstadt and Pablo Cruise ruled the charts.

When : Sep