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Static-X & Sevendust at the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver, BC – Gallery
On May 5, Static-x and Sevendust brought their Machine Killer tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver, BC, with support from Dope and Lines of Loyalty (who we sadly missed).
Dope kicked off the evening with a bang, led by frontman Edsel Dope, who seamlessly transitioned between his roles in both bands. With a stage adorned in LED lights against a backdrop of red and black, the atmosphere was set ablaze as the band tore through hits like “Bring It On” and “Debonair”. They closed with explosive renditions of “Die MF Die” and a lively cover of “You Spin Me Round”.
Then came time for Sevendust, co-headliner of the the night, greeted by chants from the crowd. Dressed in all black, the band launched into tracks from their latest album Truth Killer and dived into a dynamic set featuring fan-favourite deep cuts like “Hero”, “Denial”, and “Black”. With singer Lajon Witherspoon’s powerful vocals complemented by Morgan Rose’s drumming and Clint Lowery’s guitar work, the audience was swept into a frenzy, culminating in a haunting rendition of “Face to Face”.
Closing the night in grand fashion were the iconic figures of Evil Disco (described as “combines electronic elements influenced by industrial artists such as Ministry and Skinny Puppy with the harshness of bands like Pantera”), Static-X. Despite the tragic loss of lead singer Wayne Static years prior, the band roared back to life with Edsel Dope as the enigmatic Xer0. Adorned with a mask sporting glowing red eyes and spiked hair, Xer0 led the crowd through a spectacle filled with giant figures (incl. a giant skeleton with a pumpkin disco ball as a head) and pulsating energy. Drawing heavily from their album Wisconsin Death Trip, the band paid tribute to Wayne during “Cold” before igniting the crowd into a mosh pit with the timeless anthem “Push It”, capping off a night of unparalleled energy and emotion.
The Machine Killer tour will continue until May 18th in Minneapolis, MN so make sure to get a ticket before it’s too late. More info here.
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STATIC-X
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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The Charlatans at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
There is something special about watching a band that has been doing this for decades step onstage and look like they are having just as much fun as the people watching them. That was The Charlatans at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver on September 11.
Frontman Tim Burgess remains one of the most naturally charismatic figures in British alternative rock. From the opening moments, he was constantly connecting with the crowd, arms raised, dancing across the stage and soaking in every response. There was no sense of going through the motions. The joy looked genuine.
The set balanced the band’s latest album, We Are Love, with a deep run through their back catalogue. “We Are Love,” “Deeper and Deeper” and “For the Girls” sat comfortably beside classics like “North Country Boy,” “Weirdo,” “Tellin’ Stories,” “One to Another” and “Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over.”
Tony Rogers’ Hammond organ remained one of the band’s secret weapons, adding that unmistakable swirl to the songs, while Mark Collins’ guitar and Martin Blunt’s bass gave the set its groove. The chemistry between the musicians was just as enjoyable as the songs themselves. At times, it felt less like watching a tightly scripted rock show and more like being invited into a really good studio jam.
“North Country Boy” and “One to Another” produced some of the biggest reactions of the night, but “The Only One I Know” was the obvious crowd-pleaser. They closed the encore with “Sproston Green.”
More than 30 years into their career, The Charlatans are not simply selling nostalgia. They are still making new music, still taking chances onstage and, perhaps most importantly, still look like they genuinely love playing together. Vancouver got a reminder that some bands age, but the Charlatans just keep playing.
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THE CHARLATANS
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Kaleo Brings Icelandic Fire to History Ottawa
Icelandic blues rock band Kaleo played History Ottawa on Tuesday night, headlining a bill that also introduced the city to opening act the Pernikoff Brothers in the duo’s first-ever Ottawa performance.
Pernikoff Brothers Open with Storytelling Performance
The Pernikoff Brothers took the stage first, tasked with winning over a crowd that had never seen them play live in the city. The band built its set around a strong narrative thread, framing songs with between-song storytelling.
A highlight of the night came from their drummer, whose solos punctuated the show and drew some of the loudest reactions of the opening slot.
Kaleo Headlines with Focus on Music Over Spectacle
When Kaleo walked out, there was no need for spectacle, the band let the music do essentially all of the talking. Just a tight, focused set built around the thing that’s made them a global name: those vocals.
Guitar work added a bluesy edge throughout, and the band’s dynamic range, moving between restrained verses and full-band choruses, kept the audience engaged without relying on elaborate production or extended stage talk.
The Icelandic band will finish their Canadian leg of the tour in Prince Edward Island September 11th, before continuing their international tour into 2027.
New Venue
The show also served as an early test for History, Ottawa’s newest live music venue. The room handled both acts well, supporting the Pernikoff Brothers‘ more stripped-down sound as well as Kaleo‘s fuller electric set. Based on this performance, the venue appears well-positioned to become a regular stop for touring acts.
Tuesday’s show paired a promising Ottawa debut from the Pernikoff Brothers with a focused, vocal-driven headline set from Kaleo, all inside a new venue that proved itself capable of hosting both.
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KALEO
PERNIKOFF BROTHERS
All Photo Credit: Kieran Delport