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Porter Robinson at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver
On November 1, American DJ Porter Robinson SMILE! 😀 World Tour brought serious energy and nostalgia to the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver, BC, with a mix of new tracks, throwbacks, and eye-popping visuals.
This tour’s special twist? It’s the first time Porter’s performing with a full band, which gave his set a fresh, fuller sound that hit a different level of intensity.
But before Robinson took the stage, American hyperpop and digicore artist, Ericdoa, opened the night, performing tracks on his three albums COA, Things with Wings, and DOA.
Shortly before 9pm, Porter Robinson kicked things off with “Knock Yourself Out XD” from his latest album, Smile! 😀, transforming the venue into a trippy, neon-lit skyline. The stage was set with a massive pink billboard that doubled as a screen for lyrics and visuals, so everyone could sing along while getting lost in the virtual city. A giant inflatable anime-style cat sat off to the side, adding a playful vibe. During the high-energy track “Russian Roulette,” Robinson had the whole crowd raising their hands just before confetti cannons launched heart-shaped confetti everywhere, in a big, joyful moment.
The show flowed into the Nurture section, where he took us back with hits like “Something Comforting” and “Look at the Sky.” The visuals and colourful lights matched the emotional depth of these tracks, creating a mix of nostalgia and excitement. It was clear Robinson was having a blast on stage, dancing around, and sharing his energy with the crowd.
The third act was all about Worlds, celebrating the album’s 10-year anniversary. Hearing “Sad Machine” and “Divinity” live felt like stepping into a time machine for longtime fans, while new fans got a taste of Robinson’s roots. Just when you thought it might be over, the screen lit up with Rin, the character from the “Shelter” video, drawing a massive cheer. For the final song, Robinson came back out with his signature red and black wings, ending the night with “Cheerleader” as the crowd went wild and confetti rained down again.
This show had something for everyone—whether you’re into EDM, pop, rock, or just love a crazy light show. The Smile! 😀 World Tour was a full-on celebration of Robinson’s career.
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PORTER ROBINSON
ERICDOA
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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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.
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GOOD KID
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The Midnight Bring ‘Time Machines’ Tour to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver
The Midnight turned the Queen Elizabeth Theatre into a glowing neon escape on May 10 as part of their Time Machines tour. Backed by sweeping synths and plenty of saxophone solos, the duo delivered a warm cinematic show.
By the time The Midnight hit the stage at 8pm, the Quennie was packed with fans spanning multiple generations. What stood out right away was how present everyone seemed. Phones stayed mostly down as the crowd soaked in every synth line, beat drop, and saxophone run.
Tyler Lyle was calm and conversational throughout the night, often encouraging singalongs that the audience happily delivered. The setlist balanced older fan favourites with newer tracks from 2025’s Syndicate. Songs like “Friction,” “Jason” performed with Harlee Case of New Constellations, and “Change Your Heart or Die” gave the show an energetic pulse, while “Los Angeles” and “Vampires” brought out the emotional core that has made the band so beloved in the synthwave world.
Visually, the show leaned into rich blues, purples, and neon pinks without going overboard. The production never distracted from the music itself. Instead, it amplified the feeling that The Midnight creates so well: nostalgia for a place that maybe never existed at all.
By the encore, the crowd was singing every word back as the band closed out a night that felt heartfelt and immersive.
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THE MIDNIGHT
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer