Nate Smith packed Vancouver’s Orpheum Theatre this past April 8th as part of his “Through the Smoke” tour. Opener Preston James warmed the crowd up with just a guitar and his voice, setting a solid foundation for the night. Then, Smith hit the stage, kicking straight into “Want Me Back.” The connection was immediate; the Vancouver fans roared their approval and left their seats, signalling the start of a high-energy set. Smith owned the stage, clearly feeding off the packed house. He showcased an impressive range throughout the night. Surprised the fans with some welcome covers: Blink-182’s “All the Small Things” received a distinct country twist, followed by a genuinely powerful take on the Foo Fighters’ stadium anthem, “Hero.” A highlight moment saw Smith bring James back out for a livel...
Nate Smith packed Vancouver’s Orpheum Theatre this past April 8th as part of his “Through the Smoke” tour. Opener Preston James warmed the crowd up with just a guitar and his voice, setting a solid foundation for the night. Then, Smith hit the stage, kicking straight into “Want Me Back.” The connection was immediate; the Vancouver fans roared their approval and left their seats, signalling the start of a high-energy set. Smith owned the stage, clearly feeding off the packed house. He showcased an impressive range throughout the night. Surprised the fans with some welcome covers: Blink-182’s “All the Small Things” received a distinct country twist, followed by a genuinely powerful take on the Foo Fighters’ stadium anthem, “Hero.” A highlight moment saw Smith bring James back out for a livel...