Category Archives: Concert Reviews

More than 9 million spectators have seen performances by Japan’s Drum Tao across the world in the 30 years since their inception. This week they made their way to frigid Ottawa to share their art form.

Saturday, January 20, 2024, On a cold winter night in the heart of downtown Montreal, Beartooth took the stage at MTELUS for a sold-out show that left the crowd buzzing with energy.

Zakk Sabbath took the stage with an electrifying force that reverberated through Midway from the very first chord. The air was charged with anticipation as Zakk Wylde, Blasko, and Joey Castillo paid tribute to the iconic Black Sabbath with a raw, unbridled energy that transported the audience back to the golden era of heavy metal.

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The Glorious Sons, along with guests The Blue Stones, brought their Glory tour to a packed TD Place on Thursday night.

Progressive titans Meshuggah, melodic-death metallers In Flames, and deathcore trailblazers Whitechapel ripped through Vancouver last week as part of their North American tour. 

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More rabid and on the ball than ever, the three European metal pioneers sent the entire arena into a frenzy with mind-boggling riffs and earth-quaking heaviness. 

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While their setlists leaned heavily on newer material, fans didn’t seem to mind as both Whitechapel and In Flames, flexed their prowess in musicianship. Besides, the energy they brought and their legacies alone, made for two incredible sets that will not be soon forgotten. 

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The real treat though, was Meshuggah. Known for their otherworldly instrumentation and breakneck speed, the band had fans head-banging to the point of whiplash and moshing barbarously. 

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Not only did Meshuggah offer a taste of their entire discography, but for the first time in 15 years, fans got to hear “Humiliative” from the band’s first EP. Lucky for those catching this run, the band has also re-incorporated “Bleed” into their set, a first since 2019.

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Glorious mayhem is one of the only ways you could describe the scene. From the general admission pit to the stands and concourse, metalheads of all ages were blissed out of their minds.

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Fans screaming along to every song and ripping off their shirts to whip around like battle axes, the average person may have found the sight terrifying, but to any metalhead it was beautiful.

On Saturday, November 25, 2023, Silverstein graced the stage at Club Soda for their highly anticipated “10 Years of This is How the Wind Shifts” tour. The venue was packed with enthusiastic fans, and the energy in the room was off the charts.

Nobuntu’s performance last night at the Shenkman Arts Centre was a mesmerizing celebration of African culture and musical prowess.

On Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Théâtre Beanfield was crowded with incredible guitar work and amazing performances by Nita Strauss and Mammoth WVH.

The vibrant city of Toronto became a haven for music enthusiasts as the iconic Rebel venue played host to Akon’s sensational live concert.

On Tuesday, November 7, 2023, Théâtre Beanfield was festive as Dirty Honey took the stage for a glamourous night of rock music.