Alex Warren In Vancouver

Alex WarrenIn Vancouver: A Growing Career Makes For A Night The City Never Wanted To End

As I sit in a Starbucks at 6am drinking a vanilla cold brew, my Monday ritual, I can’t help but reminisce on Alex Warren’s incredible sold-out performance at Rogers Arena last night. Just last year the artist took on the Vogue Theatre, and ever since that performance his career has soared to unexpected levels. I’d dare say it’s unusual for growth like this to happen so fast. It’s a breakthrough story unlike anything else the industry has produced. But look back at Warren’s history and things become clear. In his teens, Alex didn’t have it easy. He lost his father to cancer, and his mother’s personal struggles left him on his own and homeless by 17. It’s a situation that should’ve broken him, but instead it built a star. Living out of a car and crashing with friends, Alex held onto the dream of becoming a musician. Posting videos of himself singing and staying active on social media eventually led him to the Hype House in 2019.

From there, Alex became a phenomenon and in 2024 his track “Burning Down,” was the first kick to that career as it earned him a spot on Billboard top 100. Fast forward a year and THE track happens, “Ordinary.” An anthem for so many, it’s a viral phenomenon that’s everywhere you go. Instagram & Tiktok reels, weddings, and of course the big one, a Grammy nomination for “Best New Artist.” Between that hype, Alex marked his stamp with his debut album You’ll Be Alright, Kid. A double-LP that featured 20-tracks. Following up was the Cheaper Than Therapy Tour which saw a stop at Van’s infamous Vogue Theatre. That’s not all, Alex has proven to the world there’s no brakes as with 2026 he’s set to release his sophomore album WILDCHILD. We were lucky enough to attend Alex Warren In Vancouver with the Finding Family On The Road Tour.

How It Started: Nat & Alex

Turnout before doors even opened was massive, with lines wrapping clear around the arena. Speaking of wrapping, I couldn’t wrap my head around whether the crowd had shown up for Alex’s show or for the FIFA events happening across the city. But once I learned who was opening the night, the turnout made sense. Brother duo Nat & Alex Wolff have dominated the indie rock space for years now, and they’ve also built careers as well-known actors. Remember the guy who smashed his head on a table in Hereditary? That’s Alex. Quentin from Paper Towns? That’s Nat. Am I forgetting something? Oh yeah, they’re Nickelodeon’s The Naked Brothers Band. That brings the Rogers Arena turnout full circle.

By the time 7:45 rolled around, Alex & the band hit the stage, and the moment Alex strummed his guitar, out came Nat. It was short, but sweet. A set that crescendoed from light guitar playing, then Alex on keyboard which for a quick segment became Alex on drums. Nat & Alex’s energetic brotherly banter brought smiles to the thousands already in attendance. Which on the latter point of the set gained audience engagement as Alex laid flat on the ground and the only way for him to rise was the audience chanting him on. The duo performed some well known hits like “Soft Kissing Hour,” “If You Never Left Me.” Meanwhile highlighting new tracks off their self-titled album which was released this past January. All-in-all Nat & Alex were the perfect choice for the crowd and Alex Warren. Speaking of Alex, up next was the man himself, Alex Warren In Vancouver.

Alex Warren: An Explosive Show For An Explosive Career

To set the mood, Alex began with a video montage of Alex’s childhood projected against a kabuki. It was a recording of a very young Alex about to put on a show. Once he hits the guitar’s first string, the sentimentals come to an end and explosions begin. “Troubled Waters,” sent the arena into an eruptive state. Pyrotechnics lit up the stage and that alone established we weren’t dealing with the same Warren the city’d seen last year. The set continued with “Bloodline,” and “The Outside.” The 20-track night was a difficult balance as through so many moments Alex Warren In Vancouver celebrated the musician and artist he’s become. But the road to get there isn’t always full glass. Several moments fans could be seen brought to tears as Alex talked about the uncomfortable parts. Losing his father, his struggles through early adulthood. Vancouver felt that pain and gave Alex encouragement to know where he is. There was no better time than when Alex performed at piano a stripped version of “Fine Place To Die.” Where he jokingly explained his bandmates and self perform everything live and “If I fuck up, post it on Tiktok.” It garnered a copious amount of laughter throughout the sold-out room. I saw room because Alex Warren’s charisma, musical style, and all around self had the power to draw you in forgetting you were in a room of over 10,000 people and instead felt something rather intimate.

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Setlist

So, with 20-tracks there’s so much ground to cover in so little time. But when it came to Vancouver’s set Warren chose bliss. “Eternity,” “Never Be Far,” “Before You Leave Me.” Those are only within the first nine tracks. With Catch My Breath,” Warren flipped the script. In the middle of the pit lay a second stage, and with it Vancouver and Alex got more intimate. “Heaven Without You,” “Fine Place To Die,” and an unheard surprise, “Same Stars.” With album number 2 on the way, there was no better place to unveil something new. Every eye and ear were placed in the middle of the arena, fans were already melting, phones were recording so the track could be heard on repeat before its official release. It was a calculated strategy that played to perfection.

Moving back to the main stage, it was hit-after-hit with “Getaway Car,” “Carry You Home,” and “Burning Down.” It all led to a special moment, the confetti button during “FEVER DREAM.” See normally Alex would bring out his wife, Kouvr. Since she wasn’t in the city, the honour went to a special guest. Cameron Whitcomb. Just hours prior, the artist was performing at the brand new Freedom Mobile Amphitheater for the Fifa Fan Festival. The energy was clearly still on a high as Whitcomb immediately resorted to taking his shirt off while jumping in excitement. Alex and Cameron had friendly banter before finally slamming the button and setting off the confetti cannons.

The Finale of Alex Warren In Vancouver

As the dust settled from The last performance, fans were patient. Continuing to hold up signs that Alex took the time to read throughout the night. But there was a burning question, one Vancouver NEEDED answered. Where’s “Ordinary?”. With the encore, Vancouver’s questions were answered. Alex Warren In Vancouver ended on B-stage as those first opening notes were enough to send Vancouver to another dimension. Screams of cheering could be heard ringing throughout even the highest point of Rogers Arena. Alex, with a smile on his face continued the track all while soaking in this moment. It was more sing-along as Vancouver fans joined in like a serenade to Alex himself. That infamous chorus is still etched in my mind as nearly every person could be seen singing as one. Alex Warren gave Vancouver their moment to shine, and the city took that opportunity to make something special. It made me think about how Alex has gone from a theatre setting to taking over arenas. Alex Warren In Vancouver proved the power of this billboard charting, grammy nominee artist and I can’t wait for him to take on BC Place the next time he performs in the city.

Thank You

I’d like to thank Alex Warren and his wonderful team for allowing us to experience the Finding Family On The Road Tour. Please visit here to find a future tour date: https://www.alexwarrenofficial.com/tour

Alex Warren In Vancouver