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flipturn at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
On August 11, 2025, flipturn brought their Burnout Days tour to a sold-out Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, with Sun Room as the night’s opener.
Sun Room’s sunny rock sound and straight-forward stage presence loosened up the crowd, drawing cheers from fans pressed against the barricade.
By the time flipturn took the stage, the atmosphere had shifted from laid-back to electric. They opened with “Burn” and “Weepy Woman,” followed by “Juno” bathed in flashing blue and white strobes. Unlike most shows where the biggest cheers are saved for the hits, the Vancouver crowd sang every lyric, word for word, to nearly every song. It spoke volumes about flipturn’s reach.
The Florida indie rockers wove through tracks from Burnout Days and their 2022 debut Shadowglow (including the crowd-favourite “August,” which had the entire venue roaring). Dillon Basse’s warm, distinct vocals anchored each song, while Tristan Duncan’s guitar riffs bounced between jangly indie pop and moodier, jazz-tinged tones. “Moon Rocks” brought a softer moment to the middle of the set, with the lighting shifting to warm purples and golds, casting a dreamy haze over the floor.
One of the night’s biggest reactions came during “Swim Between Trees,” a heartfelt track about reconnecting with old friends. It hit differently live, and left more than a few people misty-eyed. By the encore (“Churches,” “Chicago” and “Nickel”), flipturn were grinning as wide as the crowd, tossing drumsticks and guitar picks into eager hands.
Two hours flew by in a blur of sweat, smiles, and shared lyrics.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
Upcoming Tour Dates:
August 14 – Channel 24 – Sacramento, CA
August 15 – Fremont Theater – San Luis Obispo, CA
August 16 – Fox Theater Pomona – Pomona, CA
August 17 – Rialto Theatre – Tuscon, AZ
August 19 – Cain’s Ballroom – Tulsa, OK
August 20 – JJ’s Live – Fayetteville, AR
August 22 – Iroquois Amphitheater – Louisville, KY
August 23 – The Sylvee – Madison, WI
August 24 – Rose Park – Columbia, MO
November 3 – Gretchen – Berlin, Germany
November 4 – LUXOR – Cologne, Germany
November 5 – La Maroquinerie – Paris, France
November 7 – Manchester Academy 2 (Manchester Academy) – Manchester, UK
November 10 – The Belfast Empire Music Hall – Belfast, UK
November 11 – Button Factory – Dublin, Ireland
November 13 – The Fleece – Bristol, England
November 14 – O2 Forum Kentish Town – London, England
More info on their website.
FLIPTURN
SUN ROOM
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Avenoir Brings ‘Mirage Tour’ to the Hollywood Theatre in Vancouver
Rising Canadian R&B artist Avenoir brought his Mirage Tour – Act One to Vancouver on March 12, playing an intimate show at the Hollywood Theatre. The evening opened with a set from Alberta-born singer-songwriter Jonah David, who warmed up the crowd with his 2-piece band before the headliner took the stage.
Born in South Africa and raised in Edmonton, Avenoir has built serious momentum over the past year. His debut EP NOIRE earned a 2025 Juno nomination, and his music has racked up hundreds of millions of streams. The Vancouver stop was part of a short run of theatre shows meant to give fans a closer look at the fast-rising artist before a bigger year ahead.
The performance leaned into atmosphere. Avenoir kept movement minimal, often standing alone at center stage as his songs unfolded over sleek production, including great saxophone moments. His acoustics songs helped strengthen his connection with the audience. The production blended futuristic R&B with booming 808s and dramatic arrangements that gave several tracks a cinematic punch. His voice has a smoky tone that cuts through the heavy beats.
The show felt like a young artist still settling into the stage. The music is already there, and the confidence will likely follow.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
AVENOIR
JONAH DAVID
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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JUNNY Brings ‘null’ Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
Korean-Canadian R&B artist JUNNY brought warmth to a cold Vancouver night on March 4, turning the Vogue Theatre into a packed, swaying sea of JUNNIVERSE for his null Tour. Promoted by MRG Live, the show supported his second full-length album, null, and marked the second-to-last stop on his North American run before wrapping in Calgary.
DAUL opened the show with a tight, high-energy set that worked well with the crowd. Once the room was warmed up, JUNNY stepped out under the screams of the fans. Bathed in pulsing lights, he moved with easy confidence, pairing smooth vocals with subtle body rolls that sent the crowd into a frenzy.
He thanked fans several times for coming to his show, and leaned into his charm, shouting out the “sexy ladies and sexy fellas” in the crowd.
On a cold March night in Vancouver, JUNNY delivered heart and heat, exactly what his fans came for. Check out our favourite photos of the night below!
Find more information on upcoming JUNNY tour dates on his website.
JUNNY
DAUL
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer