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G Flip at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
Australian multi-instrumentalist G Flip brought big heart and bigger energy to the Commodore Ballroom on October 27, turning a Monday night into one giant celebration of queer joy and connection. Touring behind their latest album Dream Ride, the Melbourne-born artist hit the stage beaming, and ready to remind everyone why their live shows have become something of legend.
Opening the night was UK singer-songwriter Beth McCarthy, whose candid lyrics and punchy pop hooks set the tone right away. Her easy stage banter and vocal power won over the crowd almost instantly. A perfect warm-up for the night’s main event.
G Flip kicked things off with the swagger of “Disco Cowgirl” and the cheeky anthem “Gay 4 Me,” both of which had the floor bouncing. Between songs, G was pure charisma, cracking jokes, shouting out fans, and keeping things loose. They even walked among the crowd for “I Don’t Wanna Regret,” blurring the line between performer and audience.
The set mixed thunderous drum solos (“Rough”), raw acoustic moments (“Be Your Man,” “Cruel Summer”), a spontaneous session at the soundboard, and high-octane anthems like “Big Ol’ Hammer.” G’s drumming on LED-lit kits flashing lyrics and colours was a show of its own, controlled chaos in rhythm form.
The encore sealed it: “The Worst Person Alive” and “In Another Life” left fans grinning, sweaty, and a little emotional. Beyond the spectacle, G Flip’s show carried a message of community and kindness, echoed in their partnership with PLUS1, donating $1 per ticket to organizations supporting equity and dignity for all.
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Upcoming Tour Dates:
10/28 Seattle, WA – The Showbox SoDo
10/29 Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom
10/31 San Francisco, CA – Regency Ballroom
11/01 San Diego, CA – Humphreys Concerts By The Bay
11/06 Los Angeles, CA – Fonda Theatre
More information on her website.
G FLIP
BETH MCCARTHY
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Joyce Manor Bring I Used To Go To This Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
On May 11th, American punk rock band Joyce Manor brought their I Used To Go To This Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver for a high-energy, jam-packed set.
The punk rock band from Torrance, California, was formed in 2008. Known for their fast, emotionally charged songs and energetic live shows, they became a major influence in modern emo and pop-punk with albums like Never Hungover Again and 40 oz. to Fresno.
Taking the stage at 9:45 pm, Joyce Manor ran through an impressive 24-song set, jumping into hit after hit, with little downtime. The band kept the energy in the room throughout the night, with lots of moshing and crowdsurfing, especially in their hits “Catalina Fight Song”, “Heart Tattoo,” and “Constant Headache.”
Between the mayhem, the band’s songs evoke a deep sense of nostalgia, capturing the feeling of past heartbreak and growing up. Barry Johnson’s emotionally charged vocals, paired with the band’s raw, unfiltered guitar sound, have a way of making you get into your feelings.
The 24-song set allowed Joyce Manor to premiere a lot of their new material from I Used To Go To This Bar, while ripping through some of their biggest hits on cult favourites, Never Hungover Again and Joyce Manor, leaving something for everyone to enjoy.
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JOYCE MANOR
All Photo Credit: Hunter Soo
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Good Kid Bring ‘Can We Hang Out?’ Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
On May 10th, Canadian indie rock band Good Kid brought their Can We Hang Out? Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver. The Toronto-born group, known for their high-energy performances and catchy melodies, kept the Vancouver crowd going all night long with their quirky personalities and interactions with the crowd.
The band is touring in support of their first full-length studio album, Can We Hang Out Sometime? — A bright, energetic indie rock record about the importance of staying connected when life feels chaotic.
Good Kid took to the stage around 9:00 pm, previewing the fresh sounds of Can We Hang Out Sometime? Opening with the catchy “Wall”. Instantly, the band had the crowd at their fingertips, singing along to every single lyric and getting the whole venue jumping up and down.
The Toronto group have built one of the strongest artist–fan relationships in modern indie rock by making their audience feel like an active part of the band’s world rather than just consumers of their music. There is an official Good Kid discord server, and they regularly engage with their fans on social media. They’ve also tapped into the gaming/streaming space, letting people use their music without aggressive copyright enforcement and have made a name for themselves in the Fortnite community.
Through the night, the band ran through their hits like “From the Start”, Mimi’s Delivery Service”, “Cicada”, “Summer” and “Bubbly.”
The show was full of antics with a wall of death, playing basketball with a giant beach ball and hula hoops, and even lead singer Nick Frosst at one point joining the moshpit. With a show of hands, it was about half of the venue’s first concert experience, and Good Kid definitely made it one to remember.
One thing is for sure — anytime Good Kid rolls into town, Vancouver is always down to hang out sometime.
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GOOD KID
All Photo Credit: Good Kid