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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
SEVENDUST
DOPE
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Alabama Shakes Bring the Soul Back to Vancouver
After nearly a decade away, Alabama Shakes returned to Vancouver on June 26 for a night that was both a reunion and a revival. Performing at the new Freedom Mobile Arch, the Alabama band wasted little time reminding the crowd why their blend of blues, rock, soul, and gospel made such an impact in the first place.
The band opened shortly after 8p.m. with immediate force, locking into the familiar rhythms that have defined their sound since their 2012 debut, Boys & Girls. As the daylight decreased, “Another Life” brought a warm shift to the rainy evening, with the crowd swaying together before “Hang Loose” kept the mood loose and upbeat.
At the centre of it all was Brittany Howard, whose voice remains as commanding as ever. Her ability to move from a delicate falsetto on “Future People” to a full-throated roar gave the songs a fresh edge without losing what made them special. “I Found You” brought out the band’s gospel and blues roots, while “Hold On” turned the venue into one massive singalong.
The set’s emotional high point came with “Gimme All Your Love,” as Howard and the band leaned into every groove. “Don’t Wanna Fight” followed with equal parts tension and release before the band left the stage.
Alabama Shakes‘ return showed that, after all these years, this band can still make a crowd rise.
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ALABAMA SHAKES
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Of Monsters and Men Bring ‘The Mouse Parade’ Tour to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver
Of Monsters and Men returned to Vancouver on June 25 with a packed show at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, bringing their mix of indie folk, rock and cinematic pop to a crowd that was more than ready to welcome them back. After years away from the live stage, the Icelandic band showed no signs of rust, delivering a performance that moved easily between quiet, atmospheric moments and full-room singalongs.
The evening opened with American indie folk singer-songwriter, August Ponthier, who shared songs from their debut album Everywhere Isn’t Texas, as well as new unreleased material.
At 9p.m., the lights dropped and Of Monsters And Men emerged from the shadows, surrounded by haze and an eerie wash of light that matched the darker mood of their newer material.
The set leaned heavily on songs from their latest album, All Is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade, giving fans a chance to hear how the band’s sound has developed since their breakthrough. Tracks like “The Actor” and “Ordinary Creature” brought a more layered, reflective side of the group, yet they fit comfortably alongside older favourites.
Of course, the biggest reactions came when the band reached back into their catalogue. Both “King and Lionheart” and “Dirty Paws” had the audience singing along. Then came “Little Talks,” still one of the band’s biggest hits and an undeniable highlight of the night. The familiar opening instantly brought the room together, with the crowd handling a lot of the vocals.
At the centre of it all were Nanna Bryndís Hilmarsdóttir and Ragnar Þórhallsson, whose voices remain the band’s greatest strength. Their harmonies, paired with the group’s dynamic musicianship, made the long-awaited return feel completely worth the wait.
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OF MONSTERS AND MEN
AUGUST PONTHIER
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer