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Pixies at the Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver

On June 26, Pixies kicked off their two-night stand at Vancouver’s Orpheum Theatre with a full run-through of Bossanova and Trompe Le Monde, giving longtime fans a dense, gloriously weird trip through their early ‘90s catalog with 30+ tracks of unrelenting, cosmic noise.
Kurt Vile & the Violators opened with a loose, hazy set that somehow made perfect sense. Vile’s drawl and winding guitar lines felt like a psychedelic preamble to the chaos that would follow. “Wakin’ on a Pretty Day” turned into a 10-minute trance, and the crowd, already heavy with nostalgia, swayed in sync.
Then came Pixies. Bossanova opened as it should with “Cecilia Ann” washing over the room in all its surf-rock glory. Black Francis barked and wailed through “Rock Music” and “Velouria,” while Joey Santiago shredded with surgical precision. Emma Richardson (of Band of Skulls), now on bass, slotted right in with her backing vocals adding layers to tracks like “The Happening” and “Down to the Well.”
After a short breather, they dove into Trompe Le Monde. If Bossanova felt dreamy, this was pure adrenaline. “Planet of Sound” shook the venue. “U-Mass” was brilliant. By the time they hit “The Navajo Know,” the Orpheum was fully converted.
They ended the show with a 4-song encore, and judging by the cheers from fans young and old, it hit the mark.
Night two will be the “Classic Pixies” set, so expect Doolittle bangers, newer tracks from The Night the Zombies Came, and probably that one song you’re thinking of.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
Upcoming Pixies Tour dates:
JULY 2025
8-9 MTELUS, Montreal, QC
12 Ottawa Bluesfest, Ottawa, ONT
15-16 Brooklyn Paramount, Brooklyn, NY
18-19 MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Boston, MA
22-23 The Fillmore, Philadelphia, PA
25-26 The Anthem, Washington, DC
28-29 The Fillmore, Detroit, MI
31 Palace Theatre, St. Paul, MN
AUGUST 2025
1 Palace Theatre, St. Paul, MN
22 Rogers Centre, Toronto, ON (with My Chemical Romance)
27 Gallagher Square, San Diego, CA
28 The Greek Theatre, Berkeley, CA
30 McMenamins Edgefield, Troutdale, OR
31 Kettlehouse Amphitheater, Bonner, MT
SEPTEMBER 2025
2 Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO
4 Zoo Amphitheatre, Oklahoma City, OK
5 ACL Live at the Moody Theater, Austin, TX
6 White Oak Music Hall, Houston, TX
8 Avondale Brewing Company, Birmingham, AL
9 Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh, NC
10 Asheville Yards Amphitheater, Asheville, NC
12 Stage AE, Pittsburgh, PA
13 Bourbon & Beyond Festival, Louisville, KY
15 The Salt Shed – Fairgrounds, Chicago, IL
17 The Pinnacle, Nashville, TN
19 Shaky Knees Festival, Atlanta, GA
More info on their website.
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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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!
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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!
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
