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Rise Against Deliver a No-Frills, High-Impact Set in Vancouver
Rise Against rolled into the PNE Forum on March 28 with a clear plan: keep things loud, and keep fans on their toes. After more than two decades as a band, the Chicago punk veterans are switching things up on this tour, leaning into smaller rooms and digging deeper into their catalogue instead of relying on a greatest hits autopilot.
The night opened with Speed of Light, 3 siblings who wasted no time setting a fast pace. The set was short and punchy, and got the crowd moving early. Destroy Boys followed with more intensity. Their mix of sharp riffs and blunt, politically charged commentary hit hard. Frontwoman Alexia Roditis led the charge with a mix of chaos and purpose, turning songs like “Shadow (I’m Breaking Down)” into full-on statements.
Rise Against took the stage through smoke and noise, kicking things off with “Re-Education (Through Labor)” From there, it barely let up. “Under The Knife” and “Give It All” had the floor shaking, with the crowd yelling every word back at Tim McIlrath’s face directly from the pit like it was muscle memory. The set balanced fan favourites with newer material from Ricochet, their 2025 release that leans a bit bigger in sound but keeps the same message intact: connection matters, especially right now.
There were a few surprises tucked in, including deeper cuts that don’t always make the setlist. Not every moment was perfectly polished, but that looseness worked in their favour. It felt real. The emotional swing hit during “Hero of War” and “Swing Life Away,” giving the room a breather before ramping back up. By the time “Savior” closed things out, the entire venue was locked in.
Last night, Rise Against built a space where anger, hope, and community all made sense together, and made it loud enough that no one could ignore it.
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Upcoming Tour Dates:
03/30 – Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory
03/31 – Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Hall
04/03 – Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
04/04 – Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live
05/10 – Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville
05/14 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple
More information on the band’s website.
RISE AGAINST
DESTROY BOYS
SPEED OF LIGHT
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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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.
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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.
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GOOD KID
All Photo Credit: Good Kid