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In Flames at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
Swedish heavy metal powerhouse In Flames brought their signature mix of melody and heaviness to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver on April 1, 2025.
Unearth kicked off the night with a blistering set that immediately set the tone for the evening. Their blend of metalcore intensity and technical precision had the crowd engaged from the first riff. Frontman Trevor Phipps wasted no time getting the audience involved, urging circle pits and headbanging from start to finish. By the time they wrapped up, the crowd was primed and ready for In Flames.
As the intro music faded and the first notes of “Cloud Connected” rang out, the crowd erupted, setting the tone for a high-energy night full of crowdsurfers and mosh pits.
Anders Fridén commanded the stage with a mix of brutal growls and clean vocals, effortlessly shifting between aggression and melody. Björn Gelotte’s guitar work was as sharp as ever, delivering crushing riffs and soaring solos. Chris Broderick, brought plenty of energy, headbanging and covering every inch of the stage. Liam Wilson, the band’s bassist, held everything down with tight, groovy basslines, adding weight to the band’s already massive sound. Meanwhile, Tanner Wayne’s drumming kept the set tight and relentless.
The setlist was a solid mix of old and new, catering to fans of all ages. When they played “Food for the Gods,” the older crowd went wild, while newer tracks like “In the Dark” had younger fans jumping in the pit. When “Voices” kicked in, everyone in the room lost their minds together.
Lighting and visuals added to the intensity, with deep blue and red washes creating a dramatic atmosphere. By the time they closed with “My Sweet Shadow,” the venue was a sea of exhausted but ecstatic metalheads. In Flames may have gone through lineup changes, but their energy and impact remain as strong as ever. Vancouver got a show to remember.
In Flames will be on tour with Machine Head in April & May. Grab your tickets now!
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IN FLAMES
UNEARTH
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