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Rainbow Kitten Surprise at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver
On November 22, Rainbow Kitten Surprise brought their Love Hate Music Box Tour to the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver, BC.
American singer-songwriter and musician Madi Diaz opened the night, sharing songs from her latest album Weird Faith.
Taking the stage just after 9 PM, Rainbow Kitten Surprise lead singer Ela Melo immediately captivated the crowd, radiating confidence. They kicked off the evening with “All That And More (Sailboat)” from Seven + Mary, seamlessly transitioning into “LOL.” The energy was electric from the start, with the audience belting out every word alongside Melo.
Melo’s stage presence was nothing short of mesmerizing. Her expressive movements and powerful vocals anchored the show, while her connection with the crowd created an intimate and emotionally charged atmosphere. She dazzled during songs such as fan-favourite “Cocaine Jesus.”
The visuals were as captivating as the music itself. The minimalist stage design with the band’s illuminated logo was elevated by dynamic lighting that perfectly complemented the mood of each song. Warm, soft hues created an intimate ambiance during emotional tracks, while vibrant, pulsating lights amplified the energy of upbeat moments like “Run.” The overall aesthetic was immersive yet unpretentious, keeping the focus on the band’s magnetic performance.
The setlist struck a perfect balance between nostalgic hits and fresh tracks from their newest album, Love Hate Music Box. Highlights included the always poignant SVO.”
Closing with “It’s Called: Freefall,” Rainbow Kitten Surprise left the crowd in awe, wrapping up a night full of passion, and connection. Fans, both new and old, left feeling exhilarated and inspired.
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RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE
MADI DIAZ
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Goose Brings their ‘Summer Tour’ to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
Goose brought their 2026 Summer Tour to Vancouver on Tuesday night, turning the Commodore Ballroom into a sweaty, late-night dance party that stretched well past 11 p.m.
The Connecticut-based quartet — Rick Mitarotonda, Peter Anspach, Trevor Weekz and drummer Cotter Ellis — has built a reputation for letting songs breathe onstage, and Vancouver got the full treatment. The band played two sets and an encore, giving the crowd plenty of room to settle into the grooves and watch the songs take unexpected turns.
The first set opened with “Yeti” before moving through “All I Need,” “Turbulence & The Night Rays” and “Time to Flee.” “Everything Must Go” kept things moving before “Hungersite” closed the set with one of the night’s bigger stretches of improvisation.
After a break, Goose returned and launched into “Electric Avenue,” a crowd-pleasing choice that had the Commodore singing along.
There was little interest in rushing through the evening. Goose gave each section space, moving from tight grooves to loose instrumental passages without making the show feel like a collection of extended solos.
For a band coming off a European run and heading into some of its biggest U.S. shows, Vancouver felt like another strong stop on the way. The Commodore may be a much smaller room than Madison Square Garden or SPAC, but Goose seemed perfectly happy to stretch out inside it.
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GOOSE
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Chance The Rapper Brings ‘Coloring Book 10 Year Anniversary Tour’ to Montreal at MTelus
After 10 years since its release, Chance the Rapper is back on tour to celebrate his album Coloring Book! With Montreal being the 4th stop on the tour, many fans packed into Montreal’s MTELUS on August 15th, 2026, with no idea of what to expect.
First, the audience was thrilled by an energetic and upbeat performance by opener La Reezy. His quick lyrics and heavy instrumentals had no trouble in setting the tone for the night, specifically during “Gold Chains,” and with stellar crowd engagement during “We Live.”
Then, Chance the Rapper took the stage! With Coloring Book being such a staple in 2016, especially in the rap community, it is a daunting task to bring that nostalgic energy back on stage. But, with a 24-song setlist, Chance does just that. Unsurprisingly, half the setlist features songs from Coloring Book, with the set opening with “All We Got,” and closing with “Same Drugs,” featuring a confetti-filled performance of “No Problem” in the middle. However, Chance doesn’t shy away from performing a few hits from his other albums as well, such as “Link Me In The Future” from STAR LINE, and some older work in Acid Rap.
Overall, there is something powerful about hearing these songs a decade later. The themes stay the same, yet as both the artist and audience grow, there’s new meanings and emotions to be found in the lyrics. The anniversary show felt like a reunion for those who grew up with Coloring Book, and that’s what ultimately makes this tour a success.
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CHANCE THE RAPPER
LA REEZY
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