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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.
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THE DARKNESS
All Photo Credit: John McCrary
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Epik High Turns Vancouver’s Orpheum Into a Hip-Hop Party
Epik High brought its 3.0 Tour 2026 to Vancouver’s Orpheum on October 20, delivering a night of sharp lyricism, ridiculous humour and plenty of crowd interaction. With BOBO.XX opening the show, the Korean hip-hop trio proved that more than two decades into their career, they still know how to make a concert feel like a party among friends.
BOBO.XX, a musician and photographer who works on Epik High’s video and content, warmed up the audience with a taste of his own sound before handing the stage over to the headliners. Anticipation grew during the break, and the theatre erupted when Tablo, Mithra Jin and DJ Tukutz appeared for “High Technology,” followed by “One.”
The group’s chemistry was clear to everyone. Their introductions quickly turned into a comedy routine, complete with DJ Tukutz’s sound effects and playful jabs at one another. Tablo might be the trio’s longtime leader, but Tukutz had recently claimed the title through a band competition, giving the three plenty of material to work with.
That humour carried through the night. Fan-submitted Post-it challenges put the members on the spot, leading to dance covers, awkwardly adorable aegyo and plenty of laughter. The challenges often involved bending the rules, with multiple notes taped together and presented as a single request. The trio’s willingness to make fools of themselves made the audience feel like part of the show rather than spectators.
The music never took a back seat. Tracks such as “ANTIHERO,” “Rosario” and “BURJ KHALIFA” kept the room moving, with the group’s tight delivery matched by DJ Tukutz’s work behind the turntables. The mood shifted for more emotional performances, including “1 Minute, 1 Second” and Mithra Jin’s solo “Will I Be Okay?,” showing a more vulnerable side to the performers.
The most meaningful moment came when Tablo spoke about the group’s long journey. His message was simple: if Epik High could keep pushing forward after 22 years, fans could overcome their own obstacles, too. It gave “Born Hater” an extra punch.
The trio closed with an encore of “EPIKISM” and “Don’t Hate Me,” sending the crowd home smiling. Epik High’s strength lies in the balance between serious musicianship and complete silliness. They can deliver an emotional message one minute and turn a fan-requested dance challenge into a comedy show the next. At the Orpheum, that combination made for a concert that felt personal, unpredictable and a whole lot of fun.
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EPIK HIGH
BOBO.XX
All Photo Credit: Chaehyun Lim
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Buffalo Traffic Jam at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto
There is something magical about voices matching the season. The excitement of walking up to the Danforth Music Hall on the perfect autumn night, only to be engulfed in raw, emotive rasp.
Lydia Maes really pulled me in. There’s such an emotional quality to her voice. The way she incorporates the saxophone and the way she hypnotizes the crowd. She played a beautiful set and then later came out with her fiddle, to join Buffalo Traffic Jam.
Colin Lynch completely caught me off guard, with a voice that sounds like he sells out stadiums. He’s young, but that soulful, raspy, depth speaks to every age.
Then came the one and only Buffalo Traffic Jam. Gritty, earthy harmonies took over the Danforth and the crowd was electrified. There’s something about their sound that feels both stripped down and warm at the same time, and the moment they started, we were all at their mercy.
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BUFFALO TRAFFIC JAM
COLIN LYNCH
LYDIA MAES
All Photo Credit: Bailey Morgan