The Beaches
Oct. 27, 2025
Edmonton Expo Centre Arena
Canada
by Megan Veldhuis
The Beaches returned to Edmonton with a vengeance on Monday night, lighting up the Edmonton Expo Centre Arena as part of their No Hard Feelings tour. Fresh off the late-August release of their latest album, the band delivered a set that was equal parts electric and emotional, showcasing a celebration of summer, queer love, and messy heartbreak.
Opening the night was fellow Toronto-based band Valley, who wasted no time energizing the crowd with their infectious alt-pop sound. Guitarist/pianist Alex sported a Blue Jays jersey, a nod to the team’s World Series run and a subtle hometown flex that didn’t go unnoticed by the Canadian crowd.
When The Beaches finally hit the stage, they did so with explosive energy, launching into their hit single “Last Girl At The Party.” The production was a major step up from their last Edmonton stop at Midway during the Blame My Ex tour. This time, the band commanded a much larger stage, complete with a dazzling light show that pulsed with every beat. They even reminisced about their previous visit, which coincided with the Oilers facing off in Game 6 of the playoffs, drawing cheers from the sports fans in the crowd.
One of the night’s most touching moments came when guitarist Leandra Earl introduced their next song, “Lesbian of the Year”, explaining how she wrote it about coming out later in life. She took to the piano alongside lead vocalist Jordan Miller, and together they delivered an emotional rendition of “Lesbian of the Year” that had the entire arena swaying.
The set also featured a special Canadian-exclusive mashup (nicknamed “Meg Moon Melody,” a tribute to the band’s photographer on her birthday) and a thank-you to the fans who’ve supported them from the start. The Beaches closed the night with their viral anthem “Blame Brett,” during which Jordan experienced a brief wardrobe malfunction. But in true rockstar fashion, she handled it with grace and humor. She never missed a lyric and never broke her stride, and the guitarist and bassist shared an entertaining dance to avert attention. It was a moment that perfectly captured the band’s charisma, professionalism, and unshakable stage presence.
From start to finish, The Beaches proved why they’re one of Canada’s most exciting live acts. If No Hard Feelings is the soundtrack to a summer of love and chaos, their live show is the afterparty you never want to leave.
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