Concerts Reviews
A Cinematic Odyssey: Hans Zimmer Live at Rogers Arena in Vancouver – Live Review
“Vancouver is THE place!” exclaimed Hans Zimmer. And he was right. On Sunday night, Vancouver was the place to be as Zimmer brought his Hans Zimmer Live tour to Rogers Arena, delivering an unforgettable evening of cinematic music magic. With a nearly sold-out crowd eagerly awaiting the legendary composer, Zimmer and his ensemble of virtuoso musicians transported the audience through some of the most iconic soundtracks in film history. From the intense depths of Dune to the rousing swells of Pirates of the Caribbean and the emotional highs of The Lion King, this was not just a concert—it was a symphonic spectacle.
Opening the night with Dune’s “House Atreides,” the piercing, haunting voice of Loire Cotler filled the arena, immediately captivating the audience. As Cotler’s soaring vocals gave way to the pulsating rhythms of Zimmer‘s ensemble, the mood was set for an evening that would oscillate between serenity and chaos, intensity and beauty. The incredible lighting and visuals on the LED screen only heightened the experience, making each moment feel cinematic in its own right.
Zimmer’s ability to blend genres was on full display. The transition from the powerful and dissonant Wonder Woman theme—driven by Tina Guo’s fierce cello performance—to the delicate, heartbreaking notes of Interstellar kept the audience on the edge of their seats. Guo, a standout performer throughout the night, played with raw emotion summoning the energy of the entire arena.
Zimmer’s humor and charisma shone in his frequent interactions with the audience, whether recounting funny stories from his time in Hollywood or lavishing praise on his bandmates, like guitarist Guthrie Govan, whose blistering solo during Man of Steel drew thunderous applause.
Zimmer also made sure to give space for each of his talented musicians to shine. Pedro Eustache’s woodwinds and Lisa Gerrard’s voice added an ethereal quality to Gladiator‘s suite, while the Ukrainian Odessa Opera Orchestra’s lush strings enriched the emotional depth of the night. The ensemble, representing a mosaic of international talent, brought an authenticity and human touch. It was clear that this concert was as much about celebrating the talents of his collaborators as it was about Zimmer himself.
One of the night’s most touching moments came during The Lion King suite, led by the iconic vocals of Lebo M. Performing “Circle of Life” alongside his daughter Refi, the duo filled the arena with the warmth of their voices, as golden light cascaded down from the stage. It was a nostalgic moment for many, transporting the audience back to childhood memories of the beloved film.
Highlights of the second act included the tense, relentless suite from The Dark Knight, where Zimmer’s three-bassist arrangement rattled the arena in a way that was felt as much as it was heard. Zimmer joked about the extravagance of having three bassists afterward. The audience laughed, but it was moments like these that made the show so unforgettable—Zimmer’s blending of virtuosity, playfulness, and power.
As the concert neared its end, the crowd was treated to Interstellar’s “Cornfield Chase,” with its shimmering piano and expansive crescendos, and Inception’s “Time” where Zimmer’s introduced Nile Marr, guitarist and son of Johnny Marr.
Hans Zimmer’s performance in Vancouver was a demonstration of how a live concert can transcend expectations. For over two-and-half hours, Zimmer and his extraordinary band created a experience that left the audience spellbound. As the final notes faded and the audience roared in approval, it was clear why Zimmer is one of the greatest composers of our time.
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HANS ZIMMER
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
Concerts Reviews
LØLØ Brings her ‘God Forbid a Girl Goes on Tour’ to the Pearl in Vancouver
LØLØ brought her second headlining tour – aptly named “God Forbid a Girl Goes on Tour” – to Vancouver this week, a first for the Canada-born artist. We’ve been a fan since we first heard “Death Wish” back in 2021, which seems like it was yesterday, and we aren’t going to overthink that right now. That being said, we’ve been waiting a long time for this night, and what a show!
We’ve been frequenting The Pearl more and more lately, and like so many others this show was sold out and packed wall-to-wall. There was a small mob for the first opener of the night, Dawson Gamble, and the floor was packed by the time Con the Artist took the stage. When LØLØ appeared, it was all plaid miniskirts and devil horns from the stage to the merch booth.
When the lights went down, LØLØ’s voice boomed over the speakers, narrating excerpts from a journal. LØLØ is not a choreographed, over-polished pop princess. Like so many artists that grew their audience from nothing, she does her best to connect with individuals in the audience. She takes her time, holds their hands, and during one memorable song, brings them on stage to dance.
“I think that people don’t want perfection,” she told Rolling Stone earlier this year. “They just want to see a live show and a special moment.”
LØLØ was very upfront about her adventures online, finding her voice, and time spent during COVID, and from the vibe you have to assume the audience had been there with her the entire time. From “The Floor is Lava” to “Faceplant,” all the hits were covered and sung along to. Speaking of which…
Must Hear Songs by LØLØ (In Our Humble Opinion):
• “death wish” (Single, 2021)
• “Hot Girls in Hell” (falling for robots, 2023)
• “u turn me on (but you give me depression)” (falling for robots, 2023)
• “Let It Go” (A Whole New Sound (Disney), 2024)
Fun fact: LØLØ was featured on a 2024 Disney punk album alongside Simple Plan, Magnolia Park, and Yellow Card, to name a few iconic bands. Check out her version of “Let It Go” from “Frozen.” It’s unexpected and a lot of fun.
LØLØ ‘s first moment of viral fame was her cover of “Hey There Delilah,” updated and sung from Delilah’s perspective. Pulling Con the Artist back on stage for a duet gave the crowd a wonderful, heartfelt moment that was honestly quite touching. Not everyone’s favorite song, but a lovely moment for everyone in the audience.
LØLØ, with several incredible songs in her library and with a stack of “Warped Tour” appearances already in the books, seems poised to breakthrough to the next level. She’s electric on stage, and animated, and we can only dream of the day she is given more space to play. Until then, another highlight concert of 2026, and something to think about until her next visit!
LØLØ Setlist:
• the devil wears converse
• pretty little wreck
• god forbid a girl spits out her feelings!
• THE FLOOR IS LAVA!
• debbie downer
• me with no shirt on
• the punisher
• 2 of us
• u turn me on (but u give me depression)
• faceplant
• Hey There Delilah
• death wish
• delusional darling
• junkie
• DON’T!
• dumbest girl in the world
• wish i was a robot
• hot girls in hell
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LØLØ
All Photo Credit: Jason Martin
Concerts Reviews
LIVE REVIEW: Bring Me the Horizon Lights Up Ottawa
Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa, October 2 2026
Three bands, three very different flavours of heavy, and not a dull stretch in the night. From the opening notes of the first set to the last drop of confetti, this was a show that gave fans their money’s worth.
The Plot in You
The Plot in You had the job of waking up the room, and they did it by leaning on their biggest strength: the vocalist, Landon Tewers. He has a remarkable range, and what stood out most was how smoothly he moved between two completely different modes. One moment he was unleashing deep, guttural screams that hit like a wall of sound. The next he dropped into soft, melodic passages.
That contrast gave the set its shape. Instead of staying at full volume the whole time, the band let the quiet moments breathe, which made the heavy parts land harder. It was an impressive showing from an opener, and a good reminder that this is a band with real dynamic range.
Motionless in White
Motionless in White brought a different energy: dark, theatrical, and confident. With such an extensive discography, they had plenty of material to choose from, and the set felt like a well-curated tour through their career. Longtime fans had something to sing along to, and newcomers got a clear picture of what the band is about.
The look matched the sound too with the bassist and guitarist wearing creepy makeup and masks, which gave the stage a horror-movie atmosphere. It added to the show without ever pulling focus from the music, and it made them fun to watch even from the back of the room.
Bring Me the Horizon
Then it was time for one of the biggest rock acts in the world: Bring Me the Horizon. From the start, frontman Oli Sykes controlled the room. He wasn’t just performing at the crowd; he was directing it. He demanded circle pits and crowd surfing, and the floor responded. Pits opened up, bodies went over the barricade, and the whole arena never sat still.
The production was enormous. Fire, smoke, confetti, fireworks, and lasers were all deployed throughout the night, and none of it felt like a gimmick. Each effect was timed to hit at the right moment, amplifying the biggest drops and choruses. The backdrops and visuals were just as impressive, giving the stage a cinematic, almost apocalyptic feel that changed with the mood of each song.
One of the most striking moments came during “Shadow Moses,” when Oli brought out a flare. With the red glow cutting through the smoke and the crowd roaring the song back at him, it was one of those images that sticks in your memory long after the lights come up.
A young man was brought on stage to sing “Pray for Plagues,” a tradition the band has kept up at every show on this tour. After the fire, noise, and spectacle, it reminded everyone that this massive production still has room for a fan to share the spotlight.
Through all of it, the pacing was excellent. From their well known hit “Can You Feel My Heart” to their more recent “Darkside, the band balanced intense, high-energy stretches with moments that let the crowd catch its breath, and Oli kept the connection with the audience alive the whole way through.
This was a complete night of heavy music: a strong opener with a standout vocalist, a theatrical and razor-sharp middle act, and a headliner that treated the show like a full-scale production without losing the raw energy at its core. Loud, spectacular, and a whole lot of fun.
Head here for information on the rest of the tour.
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BRING ME THE HORIZON
MOTIONLESS IN WHITE
THE PLOT IN YOU
All Photo Credit: Kieran Delport