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Travis at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver

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February 2, 2025

On February 1, Scottish rock band Travis brought their Raze The Bar Tour to the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC.

Los Angeles singer-songwriter Akira Galaxy opened the night, and shared tracks from her debut EP What’s Inside You, and a few covers.

Travis has been a band for nearly three decades, yet their energy and camaraderie on stage remain as infectious as ever. From the moment they stepped onto the stage, the crowd at Commodore was captivated.

Opening with “Bus,” a track from their latest album, Travis set the tone for an evening filled with nostalgia and fresh surprises. The audience’s enthusiastic response proved that their new music holds just as much emotional weight as their beloved classics. The roar of recognition was deafening when the opening chords of “Driftwood” rang out, leading to a massive sing-along that filled the venue.

The setlist was a journey through their extensive career, featuring early tracks like “Good Feeling” alongside later gems like “Re-Offender” and “Selfish Jean.” Fran Healy’s voice was as strong and emotive as ever, while bassist Dougie Payne’s effortless charisma added to the performance’s charm.

The encore brought renditions of “As You Are” and “Flowers in the Window” before culminating in “Why Does It Always Rain on Me?,”complete with jubilant bouncing from both band and audience.

Travis will be on tour in North America until February 19th, with a stop in Toronto, ON on February 12. More info on the band’s website.

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