Great show, great venue
by Matt on 2022-12-02Commodore Ballroom - VancouverRating: 5 out of 5Awesome show, Modest Mouse was fantastic and Mattress was a fun opener.

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Having recently completed another successful run with Pixies and Cat Power, Modest Mouse continues to prove themselves to be one of the most consistent live acts today. Modest Mouse released their highly anticipated new album, The Golden Casket, on June 25, 2021 via Epic Records. The Golden Casket heralds another new chapter in the GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi platinum band's unpredictable evolution. Produced with Dave Sardy and Jacknife Lee in Los Angeles and in Modest Mouse's studio in Portland, the album hovers in the liminal space between raw punk power and experimental studio science, frontman Isaac Brock explores themes ranging from the degradation of our psychic landscapes and invisible technology, to fatherhood. The twelve tracks behave like amorphous organisms, undergoing dramatic mutations and mood swings that speak to the chronic tug-of-war between hope and despair that plays out in Brock's head.
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Awesome show, Modest Mouse was fantastic and Mattress was a fun opener.
Modest Mouse didn’t really make a huge attempt to connect with their audience but overall the vibes were right, they played great & it was a memorable evening out. As others have stated, the Commodore Ballroom is notorious for their low sound production. Aka instruments & music over shadow the vocals & lyrics :/ shame.
Modest Mouse brought the house down, surprising exactly nobody! What made this show extra special was that it was the anniversary tour of one of their earlier albums; this meant that basically every single person there was a true, hardcore fan. The energy in that crowd of superfans was unbeatable, and added so much passion to an already incredible set of performers!
Not a good venue for this type of artist. It was way too loud.
Unlike the sound at Union Modest Mouse could have been worse.
Jacob and the lads brought the entertainment and played a great selection of songs. But I whoever was in charge of the sound check and show blew it. Everything was cranked to 15/10. And though the tunes were recognizable, they were severely distorted and the lyrics impossible to make out. I've seen acts at the Jube before where the visiting act took into account the venue's acoustics and out shined them selves. This groups crew was not one of those times. :(
Modest Mouse live is always great, no matter how cruddy or ill-equipped the venue. I was less than impressed with Union Hall in Edmonton as a disabled individual. Accessable seating wasn't really a thing, we were placed on bar stools next to the beer bucket girl where drunk and rowdy patrons frequently bothered us about our seating arrangements. I was informed after the fact that there was in fact a wheelchair available ramp but it was from the back of the building, and there was no safe space on the main floor for me to not be hurt or crowded had I attended in my chair. Would be great if ticket master sold accessable tickets so when venue changes occur the patrons with mobility devices or accessable needs are considered and not left with dangerous and uncomfortable arrangements in a venue that isn't designed with us in mind.
I very much enjoyed the show and the music. I knew about half the songs, but enjoyed listening to all the others as well as Modest Mouse has an extensive repetoire and it is good to hear some of the ones I don't regularly listen to. The musicianship of the band is excellent and they put on a very good, entertaining show. Isaac Brock leads the way and has a good sense of humour when speaking between songs. The only negative is that my girlfriend and I both thought that for the type of venue (an accoustically designed concert hall), they had the volume somewhat louder than necessary. Could have turned it down which would have helped hear the singing a bit better as well as let the musicianship show through with a clearer overall sound. Otherwise excellent!
Walked into modest mouse absolutely excited!!! I have been waiting 30 years for this concert since I was 7 and they came into my life. The music was waaaaaayyy too loud for the singing especially for the jubilee audit auditorium!!! You couldn’t hear any words he was singing over the music it was just fuzzy. Then they left stage and we’re expected back for an encore as per the usual! They made everyone wait 2-3 min in the pitch black before they decided to come back on stage and now start with the number 1 they have lampshades on fire. I didn’t even get to hear lampshades on fire because much like quite a few other people we walked out of the concert unimpressed!!! I AM SO DISSAPOINTED AND DISSATISFIED WITH THIS CONCERT!! I have only ever walked out on two concerts my whole life and I go to ten minimum every year. Thanks modest mouse for ruining my experience!
The audio mixing was a bit off. Isaac needed to me much louder it was hard to make out what he was saying when he wasn't singing loud parts and while talking. Otherwise absolutely amazing had a great night.
They put on a great show. The marvellous acoustics at the jubilee made it hard to hear the speaking though. Too loud. They need to play outdoor and not have seats in the way of dancing.
Great show, great venue. Beers were flowing without limit. Modest Mouse we’re awesome and played some fan favourites. 5 stars all the way
Good energy from the band. Overall, the instruments drowned out the vocals and it was barely audible. It was just a mash of guitars and percussion. The light show was good. For a small theatre, there was too much distortion and Isaac was inaudible for the most part.
The musicians were amazing but what really made my experience was the staff at the Jubilee who were absolutely incredible. They worked hard to ensure everyone at the show got to have a good experience!
Absolutely phenomenal! The energy. The show was so good! If you get a chance to go. Go!
Great show ! The lighting was excellent, and the sound was really exceptional, as it usually is in the Jubilee Auditorium. I love watching concerts here, no bad seats and the sound is the best !
Modest Mouse put on an amazing show! I haven’t been so moved ever. I will continue to see them anytime and every time they come to Calgary!
I absolutely loved the show. It really showcased the variety of their music. They had different set lists for Edmonton and Calgary and dug deep for true fans!! Loved the merch and basically just had a wonderful night overall.
I was the guy with the poster in the front row. It was a great venue, the acoustics were awesome, and the whole all around experience including when Isaac Brock talked to me were all amazing! The set list was great, they played all my favorites!
We were told 7 is when the concert started typically meaning that’s when the doors open, and we expected this. However, after we were left standing for 45-60 min until the opener started and after a great performance from them, we were left standing for another 45 minutes waiting for Modest Mouse’s set. Great performance, though if at all possible would’ve like quicker set up times.