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Megadeth at Rogers Forum in Abbostford
Megadeth rolled into Abbotsford’s Rogers Forum on February 17 with their Canadian farewell tour in tow, and they did not waste a second getting down to business. The lineup alone was enough to make any thrash fan sweat a little. Bay Area pioneers Exodus kicked things off with a gritty, no-frills set that immediately sparked the first mosh pits of the night, followed by NYC heavyweights Anthrax, who kept the circle pits churning and the energy climbing. By the time Megadeth hit the stage, the arena was buzzing and fully warmed up.
They came out swinging with “Tipping Point,” “Dread and the Fugitive Mind,” and a ripping “Hangar 18,” setting a fierce pace right away. The band sounded tight, confident, and completely in sync, tearing through a set that balanced longtime favourites with deeper cuts. On the floor, the pits kept opening and collapsing in waves, a constant swirl of bodies matching every rapid-fire riff.
About halfway through, the band made some tour debuts featuring “She-Wolf,” and “Poison Was the Cure”. Not too long after, fans were treated to one of their biggest hits “Symphony of Destruction” which turned into a full-arena moment, thousands of voices chanting in unison.
For two hours, Megadeth revisited decades of material with clarity and precision. If this really is the last run, Abbotsford got to see them exactly how they should be seen: loud and in full command of the chaos.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Feb. 20 – Calgary, Alberta @ Scotiabank, Saddledome
Feb. 21 – Edmonton, Alberta @ Rogers Place
Feb. 24 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan @ SaskTel Centre
Feb. 25 – Winnipeg, Manitoba @ Canada Life Centre
Feb. 28 – London, Ontario @ Canada Life Place
March 1 – Ottawa, Ontario @ Canadian Tire Centre
March 3 – Halifax, Nova Scotia @ Scotiabank Centre
March 4 – Moncton, New Brunswick @ Avenir Centre
March 6 – Quebec City, Quebec @ Videotron Centre
April 23 – Lima, Peru @ Costa 21
April 26 – Bogota, Colombia @ Movistar Arean
April 27 – Bogota, Colombia @ Movistar Arean
April 30 – Buenos Aires, Argentina @ TBA
May 2 – Sao Paulo, Brazil @ Espaco Unimed
May 4 – Santiago, Chile @ Movistar Arena
May 5 – Santiago, Chile @ Movistar Arena
May 8 – Monterrey, Mexico @ Arena Monterrey
May 10 – Mexico City, Mexico @ Arena Ciudad de Mexico
May 11 – Mexico City, Mexico @ Arena Ciudad de Mexico
May 13 – Guadalajara, Mexico @ Arena Guadalajara
May 25 – Valencia, Spain @ Roig Arena
May 27 – A Coruna, Spain @ Coliseum
May 29 – Bilbao, Spain @ Bizkaia Arena-BEC!
June 2 – Hanover, Germany @ Heinz von Heiden Arena (supporting Iron Maiden)
June 6 – Maastricht, Netherlands @ South of Heaven Open Air*
June 7 – Gelsenkirchen, Germany @ Amphitheater
June 10 – Hradec Králové, Czechia @ Rock for People*
June 11 – Esch-Sur-Alzette, Luxembourg @ Rockhal
June 14 – Ferrara, Italy @ Ferrara Summer Festival*
June 15 – Zurich, Switzerland @ Halle 622
June 16 – Vienna, Austria @ Gasometer
June 18, Dessel, Belgium @ Graspop Metal Meeting*
June 20 – Clisson, France @ Hellfest*
June 23 – Istanbul, Turkey @ Kucukciftlik Park
June 26 – Helsinki, Finland @ Tuska*
June 28 – Almaty, Kazakhstan @ Spartak Stadium
Aug. 8 – Sturgis, S.D. @ Sturgis Buffalo Chip
* = Festival date
More information on Megadeth’s website.
MEGADETH
ANTHRAX
EXODUS
All Photo Credit: Heather Horncastle
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Turnover Brings ‘Down On Earth Tour’ to Ventura Music Hall
On July 2nd, American rock band Turnover brought the North American leg of the Down On Earth Tour to a sold out Ventura Music Hall in sunny California. The concert featured opening acts by Minneapolis indie rock band She’s Green and Dallas-based grunge/rock band Narrow Head.
As She’s Green took the stage, the crowd sang along and swayed to the music. The soft, indie music helped ease fans into what was going to be an incredible night in Ventura. When Narrow Head took the stage, the atmosphere drastically changed. The heavy rock music shook the venue. Heads began to thrash and bang as Narrow Head rocked out. A moshpit even formed in the middle of the crowd! The energy that Turnover needed was definitely there that night. After both sets from the co-openers, the crowd was warmed up and ready for Turnover.
These two openers joined Turnover for the first part of their 2026 Down On Earth Tour, which includes twenty-nine shows across North America. The tour began in Allentown, PA, and will end in Olympia, WA. The North American and Canadian segment starts again on November 3rd in Cincinnati, OH, and concludes on December 10th in Asheville, NC.
Founded by brothers Austin (lead vocals) and Casey Getz (drums), along with their childhood friend Danny Dempsey (bass), Turnover later added Nick Rayfield (lead guitar, piano) in 2022 after touring with the band since 2017.
Initially, the band was considered emo from 2011-2014, following their 2013 debut album, Magnolia, influenced by Blink-182 and Title Fight; the band shifted towards a more atmospheric indie rock style after releasing Peripheral Vision in 2015. They drew inspiration from Beach House, Interpol, The Smiths, among others, with each album showcasing new musical influences.
For their latest album, Down on Earth, Turnover experimented by stepping away from their longtime producer and relying on improvisation. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Peripheral Vision, they revisited their earlier sound and lyricism that distinguished their early work.
The band aimed for a ‘less escape, more presence’ vibe on this record, moving away from psychedelic dream-pop towards themes inspired by natural environments, intimacy, and physical distance between people.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
TURNOVER
NARROW HEAD
SHE’S GREEN
All Photo Credit: Taylor Blazer
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Bôa Brings ‘Whiplash’ Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
British alternative rock band Bôa closed out the North American leg of their Whiplash tour with a memorable sold-out performance at Vancouver’s Commodore Ballroom on June 27. Making their long-awaited Vancouver debut, the trio was welcomed by an enthusiastic crowd that had clearly been waiting years for this moment.
Opening the evening was Vancouver-based Taiwanese-Canadian singer-songwriter Jia. Blending dream pop, indie rock, earthy Americana, and cinematic influences, her set created the perfect atmosphere before the night’s headliner. Songs from her album Technicolour showcased her haunting vocals and thoughtful songwriting, earning warm applause from an audience that quickly settled into the evening.
When Bôa took the stage, the room erupted. Frontwoman Jasmine Rodgers immediately drew the audience in with her effortlessly expressive vocals, balancing softness and strength throughout the band’s set. Her voice remains the defining element of Bôa‘s sound, carrying emotional weight that translated beautifully in a live setting.
The band moved through fan favourites including “Twilight,” “Fool,” “Drinking,” and newer material from Whiplash, proving that their recent resurgence is built on far more than nostalgia. During “Drinking,” phone lights illuminated the Commodore, creating one of the night’s most memorable moments as fans swayed together.
One of the night’s biggest surprises came when legendary classic rock singer Paul Rodgers, best known as the frontman of Free and Bad Company, made a brief appearance on stage. Joining his daughter Jasmine Rodgers for a touching father-daughter moment, the special guest appearance was met with loud cheers from the Commodore Ballroom crowd.
Despite it being the final stop of a lengthy North American tour, the band played with remarkable energy. Smiles were constant across the stage, and it was clear they were enjoying every minute of their Vancouver debut.
The encore delivered exactly what fans had hoped for. As the opening notes of “Duvet” rang out, the entire venue seemed to sing in unison. The song’s renewed popularity may have introduced a new generation to Bôa, but hearing hundreds of voices fill the Commodore proved its emotional impact has never faded.
For a first visit to Vancouver, Bôa left a lasting impression. Their final North American show was equal parts intimate and powerful, ending the tour on a high note while leaving fans hoping they won’t wait as long before returning.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
bôa
JIA
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer