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Wheeler Walker Jr. at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC – Gallery
On July 9, American comedian, actor, writer and musician Wheeler Walker Jr. brought his Spread Eagle Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC.
American songwriter-producer Matt Koziol kicked off the night with his blues rock and soulful sound. With this sense of humour, he built an immediate bond with the rowdy crowd.
Wheeler Walker Jr., aka Ben Hoffman, is still touring to promote his latest album Ram released in September last year by Pepperhill Music. Ram followed his 2022 album Sex, Drugs & Country Music and marked a return to his southern rock roots. The album, produced by Dave Cobb, features energetic singles like “Money N’ Bitches,” “Born to Fuck,” and “Fingerblast.” The song “Fuck This Job,” inspired by Oliver Anthony, became a viral hit on TikTok, with over 8.2 million views in the first 24 hours and 10.2 million to date.
With Ram, Walker Jr. transitioned from country to rock and roll, drawing inspiration from bands like ZZ Top, Aerosmith, and Guns N’ Roses. As experienced on Tuesday night, during his performances, he mixes humour with his expressive hits, engaging the audience who laugh, smile, and sing along.
Wheerl Walker Jr. will be on tour in the US until July 20. More info on his website.
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WHEELER WALKER JR.
MATT KOZIOL
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Joyce Manor Bring I Used To Go To This Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver
On May 11th, American punk rock band Joyce Manor brought their I Used To Go To This Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver for a high-energy, jam-packed set.
The punk rock band from Torrance, California, was formed in 2008. Known for their fast, emotionally charged songs and energetic live shows, they became a major influence in modern emo and pop-punk with albums like Never Hungover Again and 40 oz. to Fresno.
Taking the stage at 9:45 pm, Joyce Manor ran through an impressive 24-song set, jumping into hit after hit, with little downtime. The band kept the energy in the room throughout the night, with lots of moshing and crowdsurfing, especially in their hits “Catalina Fight Song”, “Heart Tattoo,” and “Constant Headache.”
Between the mayhem, the band’s songs evoke a deep sense of nostalgia, capturing the feeling of past heartbreak and growing up. Barry Johnson’s emotionally charged vocals, paired with the band’s raw, unfiltered guitar sound, have a way of making you get into your feelings.
The 24-song set allowed Joyce Manor to premiere a lot of their new material from I Used To Go To This Bar, while ripping through some of their biggest hits on cult favourites, Never Hungover Again and Joyce Manor, leaving something for everyone to enjoy.
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JOYCE MANOR
All Photo Credit: Hunter Soo
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Good Kid Bring ‘Can We Hang Out?’ Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
On May 10th, Canadian indie rock band Good Kid brought their Can We Hang Out? Tour to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver. The Toronto-born group, known for their high-energy performances and catchy melodies, kept the Vancouver crowd going all night long with their quirky personalities and interactions with the crowd.
The band is touring in support of their first full-length studio album, Can We Hang Out Sometime? — A bright, energetic indie rock record about the importance of staying connected when life feels chaotic.
Good Kid took to the stage around 9:00 pm, previewing the fresh sounds of Can We Hang Out Sometime? Opening with the catchy “Wall”. Instantly, the band had the crowd at their fingertips, singing along to every single lyric and getting the whole venue jumping up and down.
The Toronto group have built one of the strongest artist–fan relationships in modern indie rock by making their audience feel like an active part of the band’s world rather than just consumers of their music. There is an official Good Kid discord server, and they regularly engage with their fans on social media. They’ve also tapped into the gaming/streaming space, letting people use their music without aggressive copyright enforcement and have made a name for themselves in the Fortnite community.
Through the night, the band ran through their hits like “From the Start”, Mimi’s Delivery Service”, “Cicada”, “Summer” and “Bubbly.”
The show was full of antics with a wall of death, playing basketball with a giant beach ball and hula hoops, and even lead singer Nick Frosst at one point joining the moshpit. With a show of hands, it was about half of the venue’s first concert experience, and Good Kid definitely made it one to remember.
One thing is for sure — anytime Good Kid rolls into town, Vancouver is always down to hang out sometime.
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GOOD KID
All Photo Credit: Good Kid