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Skillet at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC – Gallery
On May 12, American Christian rock band Skillet brough their Day of Destiny Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC.
Fellow American band Adelitas Way kicked off the night. Frontman Rick DeJesus has an engaging personality that radiates on stage, making you feel as if you were the only one in the room at times as the band performs their hits.
A roar erupts as Skillet took the stage, the anticipation palpable among the eager crowd. The band launched into “Invincible,” an anthemic banger that immediately ignites the room. Fans clapped and sang along, their voices merging with the band’s in unity.
Frontman John Cooper directed the audience with ease, prompting them to shout “Rise!” in perfect sync during the band’s second number, “Rise.” The smoke machine worked overtime during “Surviving the Game,” with smoke billowing from arm-mounted cannons on Cooper’s arms, creating a dramatic, immersive experience that engulfs both band and crowd.
Skillet, consisting of John Cooper (voice), Jen Ledger (drums), Korey Cooper (guitar) and Seth Morrison (guitar), knows how to put on a show, seamlessly blending classic hits like “Monster” with fresh tracks from their latest album, Dominion. Their performance was a testament to their versatility and staying power in the rock scene.
The lighting and live effects were spectacular, turning the Commodore Ballroom into a visual and auditory playground. The stunning venue transformed into a giant karaoke session at times, with fans singing every word back to the stage, arms swaying in unison. The connection between Skillet and their audience is undeniable.
Skillet‘s Day of Destiny Tour is a masterclass in rock performance. Their energy is infectious, their music powerful, and their stage presence captivating. Skillet brings the rock to the roll, ensuring that every fan leaves with a smile and a heart full of unforgettable memories. If you ever have the chance to see Skillet live, go for it! More info on upcoming tour dates on their website.
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SKILLET
ADELITAS WAY
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Joost Klein Brings World Tour With Chaos and Heart in Vancouver
Fresh off two sets at Coachella 2026 — a historic milestone as the first Dutch-language artist to ever grace that stage — Joost Klein brought his world tour to Vancouver’s Harbour Event & Convention Centre on Monday night. If the Southern California desert crowds were a warm-up, Vancouver got the real thing.
From the opening notes of Ome Robert to a euphoric, arms-in-the-air Europapa, Klein delivered nearly 30 songs worth of controlled chaos. The Frisian artist operates in a genuinely singular space, somewhere between Dutch hardcore, punk fury, and emotionally devastating party music. And the packed room at Harbour centre felt every single frequency. Sweat was basically precipitation by the midpoint of the set.
The mosh pits were, predictably, unhinged. Klein summons that energy. Circle pits tore open during Gabberland and BOOM BOOM!!!!!, and the crowd obliged every invitation. Yet between the mayhem, there were quieter moments. A gorgeous Zonder Jou hushed the room before Klein rebuilt the roof again.
Highlights were abundant: a wild TRAFIK! (his take on Käärijä’s banger), and an abridged Friesenjung that turned into a full remix by the encore.
This is a guy who started as a teenage Dutch YouTuber, got disqualified from Eurovision 2024 for comments that some judged controversial, and somehow ended up headlining a world tour on five continents. Nobody saw it coming, Klein included. The rest of the world better be ready for this tour.
Joost Klein will be on tour in North America, Europe and Australia until December 2026. Head to his website for all the information.
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JOOST
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Wheatus Play their Debut Album in Full at The Pearl in Vancouver
On April 13, Wheatus rolled into Vancouver and made a strong case that they’ve outgrown rooms like The Pearl. The show was sold out, shoulder-to-shoulder, and honestly felt like it could’ve filled the Commodore Ballroom across the street without breaking a sweat.
Opening support from Chief State and Brain Bent set the tone early, but once Brendan B. Brown and company hit the stage, the night turned into a loose, fan-driven ride. True to form, the band leaned into spontaneity, pulling from a deep catalogue with help from the crowd, before the show even started. “Leroy,” “Truffles,” and “Wannabe Gangstar” landed fast, while “Hump’Em N’ Dump’Em” slipped in a cheeky nod to Madonna.
Covers were a big part of the night. Their take on Erasure’s “A Little Respect” turned into a full-room singalong, complete with a “My Girl” tag, and “Basket Case” by Green Day brought a jolt of energy mid-set. A Canadian highlight came with “My Music at Work,” a respectful nod to The Tragically Hip that hit especially well with the local crowd, followed later by a heartfelt “Time Stand Still” from Rush.
The deeper cuts, “Lemonade,” “Fourteen,” and “I’d Never Write a Song About You, ”showed the band’s range, balancing humour with real vulnerability. Then came “Teenage Dirtbag.” No surprise, it turned into mass karaoke, with every fan in the room locked in from the first line.
Instead of ending big, they closed small. Brown returned alone for an off-mic acoustic “Desperate Songs,” quiet enough that you could hear the room breathe. It was a simple finish that summed up the night: warm and completely in sync with the crowd.
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WHEATUS
CHIEF STATE
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