Being that I grew up here, and have played almost every live music venue of note that this town has had since I started performing live in the early 90’s, tonight will represent a milestone. I have never performed at The Orpheum, and tonight’s show will mark a personal achievement, one of having performed at every major venue in this city.
GM Place, The Pacific Coliseum, The Centre For The Performing Arts, The Commodore, The Vogue, The Queen Elizabeth Theatre. I have played them all, some more times that I can remember. The most memorable, without exception, was playing with The Who for two nights at GM Place in 1996. That is an experience that, in my career, will never be surpassed.
Tonight, for me, represents the final experience of performing at one of Vancouver’s most notable venues. I have, of course, seen the VSO perform at The Orpheum in the past, and know full well what it’s like to experience it from the standpoint of an audience member. I am excited to see what it looks like from the other side.
If you’re coming tonight, enjoy yourself. And as is always the case, here at home the most, thanks for your support.