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Jann Arden & Rick Mercer at The Centre in Vancouver, BC – Gallery
On May 27, Vancouver played host to the final date of the highly anticipated Will They or Won’t They Tour, featuring two of Canada’s most beloved entertainers, Jann Arden and Rick Mercer. The event was a fitting conclusion to a nationwide journey that showcased the dynamic chemistry between the celebrated singer-songwriter and the iconic comedian.
The audience eagerly awaited the arrival of Arden and Mercer. Known for their spontaneous and unfiltered styles, the duo did not disappoint. The evening was an unscripted delight, filled with laughter, poignant stories, and a palpable sense of camaraderie.
Jann Arden, with her trademark wit and warmth, captivated the audience with anecdotes from her illustrious career. She shared insights into her life as a musician, actor, and author, reflecting on her journey with humor and heart. Highlights included tales from her hit comedy series “JANN” and her recent literary work, much to the audience’s delight.
Rick Mercer, the master of political satire, brought his sharp comedic edge to the stage. His stories from the “Rick Mercer Report” and “This Hour Has 22 Minutes” had the crowd in stitches, while his reflections on Canadian culture and politics were both insightful and entertaining. Mercer‘s ability to blend humor with keen observations was on full display, solidifying his reputation as one of Canada’s foremost humorists.
Together, Arden and Mercer created a seamless blend of storytelling and banter, their natural rapport evident throughout the evening. The unscripted nature of the event allowed for spontaneous moments that felt both intimate and engaging, making the audience feel like part of an exclusive conversation.
Jann Arden and Rick Mercer‘s tour finale in Vancouver was a resounding success, leaving fans with lasting memories of an evening filled with laughter, stories, and the undeniable charm of two Canadian icons.
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Wave To Earth Bring ‘the pieces tour’ to Vancouver
By the time Wave to Earth took the stage at Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Arena on September 4, Vancouver was already buzzing. A lineup stretched around the block as fans waited to see the South Korean indie-rock trio kick off the first date of their the pieces tour in the city.
The band’s stage setup immediately set the tone, arranged to look like a cozy living room, complete with windows that opened onto a constantly changing view of the world outside. The clever screens showed footage filmed just outside the arena, creating the illusion that the stage was looking out onto the neighbourhood. Periodically, TransLink buses could be seen passing by, an unexpectedly Vancouver specific detail that made the arena feel intimate.
That sense of intimacy carried into the band’s entrance, with lead singer Daniel Kim stepping onto the stage wearing a UBC Arts cap, a small but memorable nod to the city and its university community.
From the opening notes, Wave to Earth leaned into the warm, laid-back atmosphere that has made their music resonate with fans around the world. The contrast between the arena’s size and the deliberately homey stage design made the show feel like being invited into the band’s living room.
As the opening night of the pieces tour, the Vancouver show set the tone for what promises to be a visually thoughtful and atmospheric run of dates.
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WAVE TO EARTH
All Photo Credit: Kelli Rothwell
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Goose Brings their ‘Summer Tour’ to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
Goose brought their 2026 Summer Tour to Vancouver on Tuesday night, turning the Commodore Ballroom into a sweaty, late-night dance party that stretched well past 11 p.m.
The Connecticut-based quartet — Rick Mitarotonda, Peter Anspach, Trevor Weekz and drummer Cotter Ellis — has built a reputation for letting songs breathe onstage, and Vancouver got the full treatment. The band played two sets and an encore, giving the crowd plenty of room to settle into the grooves and watch the songs take unexpected turns.
The first set opened with “Yeti” before moving through “All I Need,” “Turbulence & The Night Rays” and “Time to Flee.” “Everything Must Go” kept things moving before “Hungersite” closed the set with one of the night’s bigger stretches of improvisation.
After a break, Goose returned and launched into “Electric Avenue,” a crowd-pleasing choice that had the Commodore singing along.
There was little interest in rushing through the evening. Goose gave each section space, moving from tight grooves to loose instrumental passages without making the show feel like a collection of extended solos.
For a band coming off a European run and heading into some of its biggest U.S. shows, Vancouver felt like another strong stop on the way. The Commodore may be a much smaller room than Madison Square Garden or SPAC, but Goose seemed perfectly happy to stretch out inside it.
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GOOSE
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer