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Porter Robinson at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver
On November 1, American DJ Porter Robinson SMILE! š 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 tourās special twist? Itās the first time Porterās 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! š, 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 albumās 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 Robinsonās 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 everyoneāwhether youāre into EDM, pop, rock, or just love a crazy light show. The Smile! š World Tour was a full-on celebration of Robinsonās career.
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PORTER ROBINSON
ERICDOA
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Marianas Trench Pack History Ottawa, With Fionn Opening
Vancouver acts on both ends of the bill. Fionn opened and Marianas Trench headlined at History Ottawa on October 24, 2026.
Fionn, a pair of twins, had a room that was already nearly full by the time they hit the stage, which isnāt always a given for an opener. They made the most of it with a high-energy set that never let up, and with the two working well together, and feeding off each otherās energy. They were rocking out the whole way through, and it set the tone for the night.
Marianas Trench took the stage to a crowd that was loud from the start and sang along throughout, often seeming to carry the songs as much as the band did.
The set covered a wide range of their discography, from newer hits like āDown to Youā to older fan favourites like āStutterā and āCross My Heart.ā Longtime fans and newer ones got their moments, and the crowd knew every word either way.
Frontman Josh Ramsey, on lead vocals and guitar, controlled the room from start to finish. He was engaging and constantly connected with the audience, and his vocals were fantastic. Midway through the night he left the stage and walked through the crowd, a staple of his at many shows. It brought him face to face with the fans singing back at him, a moment Iām sure theyāll never forget.
It was a strong night for Vancouver music in Ottawa: an opener that came to play and a headliner that had the whole room with them.
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MARIANAS TRENCH
FIONN
All Photo Credit: Kieran Delport
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Epik High Turns Vancouverās Orpheum Into a Hip-Hop Party
Epik High brought its 3.0 Tour 2026 to Vancouverās Orpheum on October 20, delivering a night of sharp lyricism, ridiculous humour and plenty of crowd interaction. With BOBO.XX opening the show, the Korean hip-hop trio proved that more than two decades into their career, they still know how to make a concert feel like a party among friends.
BOBO.XX, a musician and photographer who works on Epik Highās video and content, warmed up the audience with a taste of his own sound before handing the stage over to the headliners. Anticipation grew during the break, and the theatre erupted when Tablo, Mithra Jin and DJ Tukutz appeared for āHigh Technology,ā followed by āOne.ā
The groupās chemistry was clear to everyone. Their introductions quickly turned into a comedy routine, complete with DJ Tukutzās sound effects and playful jabs at one another. Tablo might be the trioās longtime leader, but Tukutz had recently claimed the title through a band competition, giving the three plenty of material to work with.
That humour carried through the night. Fan-submitted Post-it challenges put the members on the spot, leading to dance covers, awkwardly adorable aegyo and plenty of laughter. The challenges often involved bending the rules, with multiple notes taped together and presented as a single request. The trioās willingness to make fools of themselves made the audience feel like part of the show rather than spectators.
The music never took a back seat. Tracks such as āANTIHERO,ā āRosarioā and āBURJ KHALIFAā kept the room moving, with the groupās tight delivery matched by DJ Tukutzās work behind the turntables. The mood shifted for more emotional performances, including ā1 Minute, 1 Secondā and Mithra Jinās solo āWill I Be Okay?,ā showing a more vulnerable side to the performers.
The most meaningful moment came when Tablo spoke about the groupās long journey. His message was simple: if Epik High could keep pushing forward after 22 years, fans could overcome their own obstacles, too. It gave āBorn Haterā an extra punch.
The trio closed with an encore of āEPIKISMā and āDonāt Hate Me,ā sending the crowd home smiling. Epik Highās strength lies in the balance between serious musicianship and complete silliness. They can deliver an emotional message one minute and turn a fan-requested dance challenge into a comedy show the next. At the Orpheum, that combination made for a concert that felt personal, unpredictable and a whole lot of fun.
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EPIK HIGH
BOBO.XX
All Photo Credit: Chaehyun Lim