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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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Buffalo Traffic Jam at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto
There is something magical about voices matching the season. The excitement of walking up to the Danforth Music Hall on the perfect autumn night, only to be engulfed in raw, emotive rasp.
Lydia Maes really pulled me in. There’s such an emotional quality to her voice. The way she incorporates the saxophone and the way she hypnotizes the crowd. She played a beautiful set and then later came out with her fiddle, to join Buffalo Traffic Jam.
Colin Lynch completely caught me off guard, with a voice that sounds like he sells out stadiums. He’s young, but that soulful, raspy, depth speaks to every age.
Then came the one and only Buffalo Traffic Jam. Gritty, earthy harmonies took over the Danforth and the crowd was electrified. There’s something about their sound that feels both stripped down and warm at the same time, and the moment they started, we were all at their mercy.
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BUFFALO TRAFFIC JAM
COLIN LYNCH
LYDIA MAES
All Photo Credit: Bailey Morgan
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Sabaton Bring Fire and Fury to Vancouver on North American Tour Finale
After many many years away from Vancouver, Sabaton returned to the PNE Forum on October 8 for a fiery night of heavy metal, military-themed theatrics and massive sing-alongs. The Swedish metal band chose the city to close out its North American tour, and it went out with a bang.
Opening the night was Pop Evil, whose modern hard rock offered a different sound from the headliner’s power metal. Tracks like “Trenches” brought plenty of energy, giving the crowd a reason to get moving before the main event. Their heavier riffs and commanding stage presence made for a solid start to the evening despite the low lighting.
Sabaton wasted little time making its return count. Kicking off with “Ghost Division,” the band delivered a wall of sound backed by pounding drums, sharp guitar riffs and bursts of fire that lit up the Forum. The stage, complete with military-inspired hardware, gave the performance the feel of a full-scale production rather than a standard metal concert.
Frontman Joakim Brodén led the charge with his unmistakable voice and natural sense of showmanship. Songs like “The Last Stand,” “Stormtroopers” and “Night Witches” showcased the band’s knack for turning historical stories into anthems built for thousands of voices. The crowd happily did its part, singing along throughout the night.
The spectacle never distracted from the music. Flames punctuated the band’s heaviest moments, adding extra intensity to “Bismarck,” “Fields of Verdun” and “The Attack of the Dead Men.” For the latter, the band leaned into the song’s subject matter with gas masks, adding another theatrical touch to an already explosive set.
The closing stretch was pure Sabaton. “Swedish Pagans” brought another huge audience sing-along before “Primo Victoria” and “To Hell and Back” sent the Forum into the night at full volume.
After seven years, Sabaton gave Vancouver plenty of reasons to welcome them back. Closing the North American tour with a performance this tight, loud and entertaining was a fitting end to the run. With commanding vocals, memorable choruses and enough pyro to warm the entire Forum, the band left little doubt that its next visit cannot come soon enough.
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SABATON
POP EVIL
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer