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Joey Valence & Brae at the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
Joey Valence & Brae (aka JVB) turned the Vogue Theatre into pure chaos on September 25, the third stop of their HYPERYOUTH World Tour. The sold-out crowd didn’t just show up, they followed the duo’s Instagram-published “tour rules” to the letter: dance, scream, mosh, sweat, repeat. Vancouver fans obliged, packing the floor shoulder-to-shoulder and turning the venue into one giant pit.
From the second Joey and Brae hit the stage, the energy was relentless. Their chemistry was the kind you can’t fake: Joey’s rapid-fire rhymes ping-ponging off Brae’s goofy charisma in a way that kept every song unpredictable. They bounced, sprinted, and flung themselves around like cartoon characters on a sugar rush, but it never felt gimmicky. It felt like controlled chaos, fueled by breakbeats, video game samples, and throwback flows that channelled early-2000s Beastie Boys while twisting them into something distinctly modern.
The set leaned into their new album HYPERYOUTH, a record about growing up without losing your sense of play. Tracks like “LIVE RIGHT” hit anthemic highs, while older favourites sparked instant singalongs. Fans screamed every word, started spontaneous mosh pits, and made good on another JVB commandment: “bring a friend, make a friend.” By the end, nobody left clean, just covered in sweat and the sense that they’d been part of something communal.
For a duo still rising in the hip-hop world, Joey Valence & Brae already know how to command a room. Their live show is part rap battle, part house party, stitched together with humour and heart.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Sept 26 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox
Sept 29 – San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom
Sept 30 – Santa Ana, CA – Observatory OC
Oct 2 – Denver, CO – Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom
Oct 6 – Houston, TX – House of Blues Houston
Oct 8 – Fort Worth, TX – Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall
Oct 9 – Austin, TX – Empire Garage
Oct 15 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
Oct 17 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave / Eagles Club
Oct 18 – Columbus, OH – Newport Music Hall
Oct 19 – Detroit, MI – Majestic Theatre
Oct 21 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall
Oct 23 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
Oct 24 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
Oct 25 – Allentown, PA – Archer Music Hall
Oct 30 – Leeds, UK – O2 Academy
Oct 31 – Bristol, UK – Bristol Electric
Nov 1 – Birmingham, UK – O2 Institute
Nov 3 – Manchester, UK – New Century Hall
Nov 4 – London, UK – O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
Nov 6 – Newcastle, UK – Newcastle University Student Union
w/ support from AG Club on all dates
More info on their website www.jvbsucks.com.
JOEY VALENCE & BRAE
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Epik High Turns Vancouver’s Orpheum Into a Hip-Hop Party
Epik High brought its 3.0 Tour 2026 to Vancouver’s Orpheum on October 20, delivering a night of sharp lyricism, ridiculous humour and plenty of crowd interaction. With BOBO.XX opening the show, the Korean hip-hop trio proved that more than two decades into their career, they still know how to make a concert feel like a party among friends.
BOBO.XX, a musician and photographer who works on Epik High’s video and content, warmed up the audience with a taste of his own sound before handing the stage over to the headliners. Anticipation grew during the break, and the theatre erupted when Tablo, Mithra Jin and DJ Tukutz appeared for “High Technology,” followed by “One.”
The group’s chemistry was clear to everyone. Their introductions quickly turned into a comedy routine, complete with DJ Tukutz’s sound effects and playful jabs at one another. Tablo might be the trio’s longtime leader, but Tukutz had recently claimed the title through a band competition, giving the three plenty of material to work with.
That humour carried through the night. Fan-submitted Post-it challenges put the members on the spot, leading to dance covers, awkwardly adorable aegyo and plenty of laughter. The challenges often involved bending the rules, with multiple notes taped together and presented as a single request. The trio’s willingness to make fools of themselves made the audience feel like part of the show rather than spectators.
The music never took a back seat. Tracks such as “ANTIHERO,” “Rosario” and “BURJ KHALIFA” kept the room moving, with the group’s tight delivery matched by DJ Tukutz’s work behind the turntables. The mood shifted for more emotional performances, including “1 Minute, 1 Second” and Mithra Jin’s solo “Will I Be Okay?,” showing a more vulnerable side to the performers.
The most meaningful moment came when Tablo spoke about the group’s long journey. His message was simple: if Epik High could keep pushing forward after 22 years, fans could overcome their own obstacles, too. It gave “Born Hater” an extra punch.
The trio closed with an encore of “EPIKISM” and “Don’t Hate Me,” sending the crowd home smiling. Epik High’s strength lies in the balance between serious musicianship and complete silliness. They can deliver an emotional message one minute and turn a fan-requested dance challenge into a comedy show the next. At the Orpheum, that combination made for a concert that felt personal, unpredictable and a whole lot of fun.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
EPIK HIGH
BOBO.XX
All Photo Credit: Chaehyun Lim
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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.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
BUFFALO TRAFFIC JAM
COLIN LYNCH
LYDIA MAES
All Photo Credit: Bailey Morgan