Josh Ross in Montréal: A Packed MTelus Crowd and a Night of Pure Country Energy

Josh Ross in Montréal packed MTelus with screaming fans, Red Flags signs, and high-energy country, following Chandler Wilder’s steel-driven opener.

Chandler Wilder Sets the Tone with Steel and Southern Energy

Before the headliner took the stage, Chandler Wilder delivered a high-energy opening set that immediately set the tone for Josh Ross in Montréal. The young Georgia native brought serious enthusiasm, making it clear how excited he was to be playing in Canada.

Wilder, who previously played in Post Malone and Ernest’s bands, performed with a full band that included a steel guitar player — one of country music’s most unmistakable and emotional sounds. The steel guitar added a classic texture to his performance, giving the set a rich, authentic country feel inside MTelus.

n 2025, Wilder released his debut album Cadillac Sessions, and his growing catalog paired well with his on-stage confidence. His energy, combined with strong musicianship, made him a fitting start to a night that would only continue to build.

Josh Ross Brings Big Tour Momentum to Montréal

When Josh Ross finally stepped out, the packed MTelus crowd erupted. The Ontario country singer has been steadily climbing, and Josh Ross in Montréal felt like proof of that rise.

Ross previously played Lasso Music Festival in Montréal in 2024 and opened for Jelly Roll on tour last year — experience that has clearly sharpened his stage presence. At MTelus, he performed in front of a very full room, with screaming fans pressed against the barricade.

The connection with the crowd was undeniable. At one point, Ross even took a sign from a concertgoer that read “We Love Red Flags,” referencing one of his big hits. Moments like that highlighted just how invested the audience was.

The country scene in Montréal continues to be one of the most positive environments to be around, and this show reinforced that reputation.

Closing

From Chandler Wilder’s steel-driven southern sound to Josh Ross commanding a packed MTelus with devoted fans, Josh Ross in Montréal showcased just how strong the city’s country scene has become.