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Pixel Grip at the Pearl in Vancouver
Continuing their “Percepticide Tour” and supporting their latest album of the same name, Pixel Grip brought their unique blend of dark electronic pop synth to Vancouver’s Pearl theater this past Wednesday night. We’ve dabbled in the band these last few years – friends have recommended them, and if you flip through their latest work on your favourite music streaming service and you’ll find something that suits you. Oversexed lyrics? Sometimes. Driving bass and haunting, surreal lyrics? Here and there. But the very first point we need to make is this: Pixel Grip’s albums – while great – need to be experienced live. It’s not the same, and it’s not something I can explain.
In person, Pixel Grip hits much, much harder. It was an entirely different experience for me, I’m sure in part due to the awesome crowd and the smaller, more intimate nature of the Pearl. Nothing would make me happier than Pixel Grip moving up to something like the Vogue or the Commodore – think of the lights they could use! The pretty, photographer friendly lights! – but you want to be as up close and personal to the band as possible.
Lead singer Rita Lukea kept everyone’s eyes on her whenever she was on stage, and while the openers might have benefited from more space, she seemed more than happy to clear out the centre and slip between an endless number of poses. Pixel Grip has dialed in their brand on this tour; it’s something you have to experience to believe.
We hope you got out to the show this week with us all. If not, Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
PIXEL GRIP
All Photo Credit: Jason Martin
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Joyce Manor Bring I Used To Go To This Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
On May 11th, American punk rock band Joyce Manor brought their I Used To Go To This Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver for a high-energy, jam-packed set.
The punk rock band from Torrance, California, was formed in 2008. Known for their fast, emotionally charged songs and energetic live shows, they became a major influence in modern emo and pop-punk with albums like Never Hungover Again and 40 oz. to Fresno.
Taking the stage at 9:45 pm, Joyce Manor ran through an impressive 24-song set, jumping into hit after hit, with little downtime. The band kept the energy in the room throughout the night, with lots of moshing and crowdsurfing, especially in their hits “Catalina Fight Song”, “Heart Tattoo,” and “Constant Headache.”
Between the mayhem, the band’s songs evoke a deep sense of nostalgia, capturing the feeling of past heartbreak and growing up. Barry Johnson’s emotionally charged vocals, paired with the band’s raw, unfiltered guitar sound, have a way of making you get into your feelings.
The 24-song set allowed Joyce Manor to premiere a lot of their new material from I Used To Go To This Bar, while ripping through some of their biggest hits on cult favourites, Never Hungover Again and Joyce Manor, leaving something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
JOYCE MANOR
All Photo Credit: Hunter Soo
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Good Kid Bring ‘Can We Hang Out?’ Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
On May 10th, Canadian indie rock band Good Kid brought their Can We Hang Out? Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver. The Toronto-born group, known for their high-energy performances and catchy melodies, kept the Vancouver crowd going all night long with their quirky personalities and interactions with the crowd.
The band is touring in support of their first full-length studio album, Can We Hang Out Sometime? — A bright, energetic indie rock record about the importance of staying connected when life feels chaotic.
Good Kid took to the stage around 9:00 pm, previewing the fresh sounds of Can We Hang Out Sometime? Opening with the catchy “Wall”. Instantly, the band had the crowd at their fingertips, singing along to every single lyric and getting the whole venue jumping up and down.
The Toronto group have built one of the strongest artist–fan relationships in modern indie rock by making their audience feel like an active part of the band’s world rather than just consumers of their music. There is an official Good Kid discord server, and they regularly engage with their fans on social media. They’ve also tapped into the gaming/streaming space, letting people use their music without aggressive copyright enforcement and have made a name for themselves in the Fortnite community.
Through the night, the band ran through their hits like “From the Start”, Mimi’s Delivery Service”, “Cicada”, “Summer” and “Bubbly.”
The show was full of antics with a wall of death, playing basketball with a giant beach ball and hula hoops, and even lead singer Nick Frosst at one point joining the moshpit. With a show of hands, it was about half of the venue’s first concert experience, and Good Kid definitely made it one to remember.
One thing is for sure — anytime Good Kid rolls into town, Vancouver is always down to hang out sometime.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
GOOD KID
All Photo Credit: Good Kid