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King Diamond at the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
On November 18, Danish rock musician King Diamond brought his Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920 Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver, BC.
King Diamond took over the Vogue Theatre, turning it into a gothic playground of metal and theatrics. The stage was a triple-decker masterpiece, and King used every inch of it, constantly moving and commanding attention. Whether he was centre stage or lurking in the shadows, there was always something happening—you didn’t dare look away in case you missed a moment.
The night felt like spending time in Saint Lucifer’s Hospital, with the eerie stage props and actors adding layers to the storytelling. King’s signature falsetto sounded unreal live, cutting through the dense mix of guitars and drums with ease. He gave nothing less than 100%, backed by a stellar band, including longtime guitarist Andy LaRocque.
A couple of new songs, “Spider Lilly” and “Electro Therapy,” were standout additions to a setlist packed with classics like “Abigail” and “Halloween.” The mix of old and new kept the energy fresh and the fans guessing.
The show’s theatrical edge was elevated by guest performers like Amalie Bruun (aka MYRKUR), whose vocals added depth, and dancer Jodi Cachia, whose movements brought extra life to the dark, dramatic vibe. The lighting and effects felt more like a full-blown theatre production than a typical metal gig, with smoke and backlit scenes creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
Overall, it was a killer night. King Diamond delivered everything fans could’ve hoped for—epic music, insane visuals, and that signature creepy flair.
King Diamond will be on tour in North America until December 6 in Dallas, TX. More info here.
Overkill and Night Demon, who we sadly missed, opened the night.
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Joost Klein Brings World Tour With Chaos and Heart in Vancouver
Fresh off two sets at Coachella 2026 — a historic milestone as the first Dutch-language artist to ever grace that stage — Joost Klein brought his world tour to Vancouver’s Harbour Event & Convention Centre on Monday night. If the Southern California desert crowds were a warm-up, Vancouver got the real thing.
From the opening notes of Ome Robert to a euphoric, arms-in-the-air Europapa, Klein delivered nearly 30 songs worth of controlled chaos. The Frisian artist operates in a genuinely singular space, somewhere between Dutch hardcore, punk fury, and emotionally devastating party music. And the packed room at Harbour centre felt every single frequency. Sweat was basically precipitation by the midpoint of the set.
The mosh pits were, predictably, unhinged. Klein summons that energy. Circle pits tore open during Gabberland and BOOM BOOM!!!!!, and the crowd obliged every invitation. Yet between the mayhem, there were quieter moments. A gorgeous Zonder Jou hushed the room before Klein rebuilt the roof again.
Highlights were abundant: a wild TRAFIK! (his take on Käärijä’s banger), and an abridged Friesenjung that turned into a full remix by the encore.
This is a guy who started as a teenage Dutch YouTuber, got disqualified from Eurovision 2024 for comments that some judged controversial, and somehow ended up headlining a world tour on five continents. Nobody saw it coming, Klein included. The rest of the world better be ready for this tour.
Joost Klein will be on tour in North America, Europe and Australia until December 2026. Head to his website for all the information.
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JOOST
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Wheatus Play their Debut Album in Full at The Pearl in Vancouver
On April 13, Wheatus rolled into Vancouver and made a strong case that they’ve outgrown rooms like The Pearl. The show was sold out, shoulder-to-shoulder, and honestly felt like it could’ve filled the Commodore Ballroom across the street without breaking a sweat.
Opening support from Chief State and Brain Bent set the tone early, but once Brendan B. Brown and company hit the stage, the night turned into a loose, fan-driven ride. True to form, the band leaned into spontaneity, pulling from a deep catalogue with help from the crowd, before the show even started. “Leroy,” “Truffles,” and “Wannabe Gangstar” landed fast, while “Hump’Em N’ Dump’Em” slipped in a cheeky nod to Madonna.
Covers were a big part of the night. Their take on Erasure’s “A Little Respect” turned into a full-room singalong, complete with a “My Girl” tag, and “Basket Case” by Green Day brought a jolt of energy mid-set. A Canadian highlight came with “My Music at Work,” a respectful nod to The Tragically Hip that hit especially well with the local crowd, followed later by a heartfelt “Time Stand Still” from Rush.
The deeper cuts, “Lemonade,” “Fourteen,” and “I’d Never Write a Song About You, ”showed the band’s range, balancing humour with real vulnerability. Then came “Teenage Dirtbag.” No surprise, it turned into mass karaoke, with every fan in the room locked in from the first line.
Instead of ending big, they closed small. Brown returned alone for an off-mic acoustic “Desperate Songs,” quiet enough that you could hear the room breathe. It was a simple finish that summed up the night: warm and completely in sync with the crowd.
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WHEATUS
CHIEF STATE
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer