Concerts Photos
Jungle Turns Pacific Coliseum Into a Seventies Dance Floor
British electronic funk outfit Jungle brought its Sunshine World Tour to Vancouver’s Pacific Coliseum on October 2, turning the arena into something that felt far removed from 2026. For a couple of hours, the band’s mix of funk, disco, soul and psychedelic pop made the place feel like a very stylish party from the 1970s that somehow landed in East Vancouver.
For anyone new to Jungle, the project was formed in London in 2013 by childhood friends Josh Lloyd-Watson and Tom McFarland. What started as a mysterious duo became a full live band, with vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lydia Kitto becoming a key part of the lineup. Across five albums, including their Mercury Prize-nominated debut and their latest record, Sunshine, Jungle have built a sound that feels rooted in the past without getting stuck there.
Jungle appeared behind long curtains, revealing a stage setup that looked like a mid-century modern conversation pit. It was an appropriately retro setting for a band that has made old-school grooves feel current. “Smile” got things moving immediately, and the crowd rarely stopped from there.
Tracks including “Heavy, California,” “PROBLEMZ,” “Beat 54 (All Good Now)” and “The Wave” kept the energy high. The band moved between instruments with ease, rarely stopping long enough for the momentum to disappear. Kitto was a standout throughout, her vocals cutting cleanly through the layered instrumentation while her presence added another dimension to the performance.
The production was just as important. Teal, orange, red and blue lighting shifted with the music, creating everything from soft, dreamy moments to full-on dance-floor chaos. Fog and sharp beams of light gave the Pacific Coliseum a cinematic quality without distracting from the musicians.
Then came “Back on 74,” the obvious crowd favourite. The song’s Fosse-inspired video has become one of Jungle’s defining visual moments, and Kitto and the backing vocalists brought some of that choreography to the stage with sharp poses, curved shoulders and expressive hand movements. The audience knew every move and every word.
By the time “Keep Moving” and “Busy Earnin’” arrived as the two-song encore, there was little question that Vancouver was still ready for more. The band had spent the night keeping everyone on their feet, and the final notes were met with cheers, whistles and a Coliseum full of people who probably weren’t quite ready to return to 2026.
Jungle may make music inspired by another era, but their live show doesn’t feel nostalgic for nostalgia’s sake. It feels alive. And last night, Vancouver was more than happy to keep moving.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
JUNGLE
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
Concerts Photos
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
Concerts Photos
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