Beady Eye – Commodore Ballroom – November 29, 2011 Controversy often helps sell tickets and generate interest but if there’s nothing to back it up the audience won’t come back. With the curiosity of seeing the first show of Beady Eye’s first North American tour, Vancouver’s Commodore Ballroom was busy in anticipation. While Beady Eye…
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‘The National’ dream!
The National – Orpheum Theatre – November 28, 2011 Playing the first of a sold out two night stand in the beautiful Orpheum Theatre in downtown Vancouver, The National had the audience standing for nearly two hours as they hung on every note sung by lead Matt Berninger. Playing against a massive video backdrop the…
Noah & The Whale at Venue
Noah & The Whale – Venue – Nov 18, 2011 Returning to Vancouver for the second time this year, Noah & The Whale graced the stage at Venue. Suited and booted, the dapper looking quintet performed songs from their 3 albums but the largest applause of the evening was saved for the recent singles like…
The Hold Steady
The Hold Steady – Rogers Arena – October 21, 2011 Critically acclaimed indie-rockers recently came through Vancouver while opening for Death Cab For Cutie. Formed in 2004, the New York quintet bring classic indie-rock to the stage and have become favourites of critics and other musicians alike. Rich, dense lyrics are set against music that feels instantly familiar…
Death Cab For Cutie
Death Cab For Cutie – Rogers Arena – October 21, 2011 Touring in support of their long awaited 7th album, “Coats & Keys”, Death Cab For Cutie stopped in Vancouver for a show at Rogers Arena. A small but dedicated audience heartily applauded the appearance of the band on a simple stage backlit like a setting sun. Over the course…
Colbie Caillat brings summer back to the Commodore Ballroom
Colbie Caillat – Commodore Ballroom – October 9, 2011 Looking ready for the beach in her breezy top and short shorts, Colbie Caillat returned to the Commodore stage in support of her third release “All of You”. Her easy, personable stage presence brings the whole audience into her show, making the large room feel as…
Lisa Hannigan – makes more than just Irish eyes smile
Lisa Hannigan – Media Club – October 6, 2011 Irish songstress graced the Media Club in Vancouver with her one of a kind vocals. In support of her latest album ‘Passengers’, Hannigan shows she’s truly stepped out from the shadows of early mentor Damian Rice. The 75min set also included songs from her previous releases plus…