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Tori Kelly at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, BC – Gallery
On September 23, Tori Kelly brought her Purple Skies Tour to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, BC.
Rising British singer-songwriter, Maisy Kay, opened the night with her upbeat dance-pop melodies, setting an energetic tone. She performed tracks from her Metamorphosis EP as well as her most recent single “Love Is A God,” and a new unreleased song.
In the room, many of the fans present, including dedicated Toraays, have followed Tori Kelly from her YouTube cover days and American Idol appearance in 2010—prepared to welcome their favourite artist. Having tracked her career, they were excited to see the 31-year-old singer’s evolution with her latest self-titled album Tori. A young girl even handmade a sign that read “You’re my role model” to show the singer.
When Tori Kelly took the stage, the crowd erupted into applause. Dressed in purple pants and arm gloves, she kicked off the set with “thing u do” and “unbelievable,” instantly getting the audience on their feet.
With a minimalist stage setup, Kelly’s performance highlighted her voice, as she hit every high note without a hitch. Even backed by a full live band, her vocals remained the focal point. The setlist featured a mix of new tracks like “diamonds,” “spruce,” “high water,” and “shelter,” offering fans a taste of her most recent work.
Midway through the concert, Kelly took a break from the full-band sound for a more intimate segment. Armed with just her acoustic guitar, she invited the crowd to shout out requests. To wrap up the show, she closed with “alive if i die” and “missin’ u.”
Tori Kelly will continue her Purple Skies Tour on the road until early November. More info on tickets and tour dates here.
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TORI KELLY
MAISY KAY
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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
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Sabaton Bring Fire and Fury to Vancouver on North American Tour Finale
After many many years away from Vancouver, Sabaton returned to the PNE Forum on October 8 for a fiery night of heavy metal, military-themed theatrics and massive sing-alongs. The Swedish metal band chose the city to close out its North American tour, and it went out with a bang.
Opening the night was Pop Evil, whose modern hard rock offered a different sound from the headliner’s power metal. Tracks like “Trenches” brought plenty of energy, giving the crowd a reason to get moving before the main event. Their heavier riffs and commanding stage presence made for a solid start to the evening despite the low lighting.
Sabaton wasted little time making its return count. Kicking off with “Ghost Division,” the band delivered a wall of sound backed by pounding drums, sharp guitar riffs and bursts of fire that lit up the Forum. The stage, complete with military-inspired hardware, gave the performance the feel of a full-scale production rather than a standard metal concert.
Frontman Joakim Brodén led the charge with his unmistakable voice and natural sense of showmanship. Songs like “The Last Stand,” “Stormtroopers” and “Night Witches” showcased the band’s knack for turning historical stories into anthems built for thousands of voices. The crowd happily did its part, singing along throughout the night.
The spectacle never distracted from the music. Flames punctuated the band’s heaviest moments, adding extra intensity to “Bismarck,” “Fields of Verdun” and “The Attack of the Dead Men.” For the latter, the band leaned into the song’s subject matter with gas masks, adding another theatrical touch to an already explosive set.
The closing stretch was pure Sabaton. “Swedish Pagans” brought another huge audience sing-along before “Primo Victoria” and “To Hell and Back” sent the Forum into the night at full volume.
After seven years, Sabaton gave Vancouver plenty of reasons to welcome them back. Closing the North American tour with a performance this tight, loud and entertaining was a fitting end to the run. With commanding vocals, memorable choruses and enough pyro to warm the entire Forum, the band left little doubt that its next visit cannot come soon enough.
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SABATON
POP EVIL
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer