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James Bay at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
May 10, 2025 @ Commodore Ballroom, Vancouver
James Bay rolled into Vancouver on his Up All Night Tour and turned the Commodore Ballroom into a sing-along sanctuary. Touring behind Changes All The Time, his latest album, Bay mixed old favourites with new gems and kept the crowd fully locked in from the first note.
Nashville artist Hunter Metts warmed things up with a short, emotional set. His voice had a raw edge that cut through the noise.
At 9pm on the dot, James Bay kicked off his set with the raucous title track “Up All Night,” a rock-leaning anthem that came in hot. No Noah Kahan or Lumineers needed, Bay handled the vocals solo. From there, he moved into “Just For Tonight,” which hit even harder live than on record. By the time he slid into fan-favourite “Let It Go,” the whole place was yelling along.
New tracks like “Easy Distraction” fit right in next to staples like “Scars.” The real heartstring moment came during the encore when Bay returned alone with just an acoustic guitar to play “Hope.” The lights dimmed and phone flashlights flicked on.
Last night showed that James Bay’s still got the hat and the hooks. He knows how to entertain a room full of loyal fans.
James Bay Up All Night Tour upcoming dates:
05/11 Portland, OR – Rosalind Theater
05/13 San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom
05/14 Los Angeles, CA – The Bellwether
05/20 Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
05/21 Washington, D.C. – 9:30 Club
05/22 Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
05/26 Toronto, ON – History
05/28 Montreal, QC – MTELUS
More info on his website.
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JAMES BAY
HUNTER METTS
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Jungle Bring Their World Tour to Accor Arena in Paris
Last Friday, Jungle kicked off the night in Paris to the sound of “Smile”, opening the show in front of a crowd ready to celebrate.
Their signature basslines swept through the venue, making every one of the 20,000 souls packed inside vibrate. It is hard to find the words for what makes Jungle so magical, other than the spell cast by a sound that blends electronic, reggae and hip-hop influences, one that gives you goosebumps and sets your body in motion. Simply put, it is impossible to hear their music without dancing, smiling and feeling good.
Fast tempos, intricate rhythms and heavy basslines are the usual shorthand for their sound, but live, it becomes something more. Every song carried a touch of magic that no description quite captures, turning the arena into one giant dancefloor.
These photos try to capture what words can’t, a night where Jungle turned an arena into a shared celebration, and where the music did all the talking.
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JUNGLE IN PARIS
All Photo Credit: Jessica Camil
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Marianas Trench Pack History Ottawa, With Fionn Opening
Vancouver acts on both ends of the bill. Fionn opened and Marianas Trench headlined at History Ottawa on October 24, 2026.
Fionn, a pair of twins, had a room that was already nearly full by the time they hit the stage, which isn’t always a given for an opener. They made the most of it with a high-energy set that never let up, and with the two working well together, and feeding off each other’s energy. They were rocking out the whole way through, and it set the tone for the night.
Marianas Trench took the stage to a crowd that was loud from the start and sang along throughout, often seeming to carry the songs as much as the band did.
The set covered a wide range of their discography, from newer hits like “Down to You” to older fan favourites like “Stutter” and “Cross My Heart.” Longtime fans and newer ones got their moments, and the crowd knew every word either way.
Frontman Josh Ramsey, on lead vocals and guitar, controlled the room from start to finish. He was engaging and constantly connected with the audience, and his vocals were fantastic. Midway through the night he left the stage and walked through the crowd, a staple of his at many shows. It brought him face to face with the fans singing back at him, a moment I’m sure they’ll never forget.
It was a strong night for Vancouver music in Ottawa: an opener that came to play and a headliner that had the whole room with them.
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MARIANAS TRENCH
FIONN
All Photo Credit: Kieran Delport