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The Darkness at the Wiltern in Los Angeles
Do you think you’re a guitar hero? Ever wondered what it’d be like to front a band that is heavy on the rock’n roll guitar sound, with equal parts flamboyancy and all parts showmanship? Congratulations!! You may have just wandered into a show headlined by The Darkness. The band was on their Dreams On Toast 2025 tour, and stopping in Los Angeles is always a must for an rock n roll band, where glam rock started once upon a time ago.
The band kicks off into high gear immediately upon taking the stage with “Rock And Roll Party Cowboy,” the first song off their latest album Dreams On Toast. An absolute banger of an opener, the atmosphere inside of the Wiltern was electric, a buzz at how incredible this band is after 25 years rocking through its trials and tribulations, as one does in life. The band proceeded to play 2 songs off of Permission To Land, their debut LP from 2003 with “Growing On Me” and “Get Your Hands Off Of My Woman.” For a band 25 years in, you’d think they were just starting out with the energy both Justin Hawkins and Dan Hawkins were putting out and on for the audience in Los Angeles. Rounding out the band was bassist Frankie Poullain and drummer Rufus Tiger Taylor.
The band is in the midst of finishing up their Dreams On Toast tour across the US, with dates in Australia and New Zealand coming up in February / March, as well as dates opening for Iron Maiden in July 2026. Stay tuned and as always, ready to rock!
Find more information about the Dream on Toast Tour on The Darkness’ website.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
THE DARKNESS
All Photo Credit: John McCrary
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Avenoir Brings ‘Mirage Tour’ to the Hollywood Theatre in Vancouver
Rising Canadian R&B artist Avenoir brought his Mirage Tour – Act One to Vancouver on March 12, playing an intimate show at the Hollywood Theatre. The evening opened with a set from Alberta-born singer-songwriter Jonah David, who warmed up the crowd with his 2-piece band before the headliner took the stage.
Born in South Africa and raised in Edmonton, Avenoir has built serious momentum over the past year. His debut EP NOIRE earned a 2025 Juno nomination, and his music has racked up hundreds of millions of streams. The Vancouver stop was part of a short run of theatre shows meant to give fans a closer look at the fast-rising artist before a bigger year ahead.
The performance leaned into atmosphere. Avenoir kept movement minimal, often standing alone at center stage as his songs unfolded over sleek production, including great saxophone moments. His acoustics songs helped strengthen his connection with the audience. The production blended futuristic R&B with booming 808s and dramatic arrangements that gave several tracks a cinematic punch. His voice has a smoky tone that cuts through the heavy beats.
The show felt like a young artist still settling into the stage. The music is already there, and the confidence will likely follow.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
AVENOIR
JONAH DAVID
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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JUNNY Brings ‘null’ Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
Korean-Canadian R&B artist JUNNY brought warmth to a cold Vancouver night on March 4, turning the Vogue Theatre into a packed, swaying sea of JUNNIVERSE for his null Tour. Promoted by MRG Live, the show supported his second full-length album, null, and marked the second-to-last stop on his North American run before wrapping in Calgary.
DAUL opened the show with a tight, high-energy set that worked well with the crowd. Once the room was warmed up, JUNNY stepped out under the screams of the fans. Bathed in pulsing lights, he moved with easy confidence, pairing smooth vocals with subtle body rolls that sent the crowd into a frenzy.
He thanked fans several times for coming to his show, and leaned into his charm, shouting out the “sexy ladies and sexy fellas” in the crowd.
On a cold March night in Vancouver, JUNNY delivered heart and heat, exactly what his fans came for. Check out our favourite photos of the night below!
Find more information on upcoming JUNNY tour dates on his website.
JUNNY
DAUL
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer