Inside Keith Urban’s Electric Night at Rogers Arena

Concerts

Sep 10

Written By Olivia Yu

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On September 10th, 2025…

Keith Urban brought his High & Alive World Tour to Rogers Arena.

The energy was explosive from the moment Keith Urban stepped on stage. Huge overhead LED screens crowned the setup, lighting up the arena with cinematic backdrops and electrifying visuals that shifted in sync with the music. At times, Urban and his band played with only their silhouettes showing, a clever production trick that turned simple visuals into bursts of magic. The combination of the musicians, lighting, and visuals wasn’t just well-done; it felt electric, creating an atmosphere where every song was as much seen as it was heard.

Urban made it a point to work every corner of the venue. He crouched near the barricades, played directly to the front rows, and later slipped off the main stage to make his way through the crowd on the left side of the arena. Fans reached out as he stopped to connect before stepping onto a small B-stage near the back. There, he delivered a few intimate songs, signed a guitar and gave it away, then walked through the opposite side of the crowd to return. It was the kind of move that made the massive arena feel smaller, a personal touch inside a towering production.

Urban’s voice was raw and energetic, soaring through the venue, and when paired with his signature guitar work — whether shredding through an electric solo or leaning into a hushed acoustic moment — the result was electrifying. His band matched him beat for beat, layering textures that gave the songs new depth while maintaining a thrilling momentum.

The crowd’s response sealed the night. From the opening number, fans shouted every lyric word for word, their voices swelling like an extension of Urban’s own. Phones barely made an appearance — a rarity at modern shows — as the audience chose to live in the moment. Entire sections swayed and cheered, completely engulfed by the music. During the encore, confetti rained down on the arena to end the night. Even after the end of the show, Urban stayed on stage, chatting with crew and waving to fans still pressed against the barricade; a small but telling reflection of his genuine dedication, even after over two decades of performing. By the encore, it was clear: Keith Urban doesn’t just perform live — he creates a communal experience, one that proves why his name still carries legendary weight.

What Was Played?

Straight Line
Where the Blacktop Ends
Long Hot Summer
Messed Up As Me
Better Life
You Look Good in My Shirt
Somewhere in My Car
Cop Car
Days Go By / I Had Some Help
Heart Like A Hometown
Kiss a Girl / Who Wouldn't Wanna Be Me
The Fighter
Somebody Like You
One Too Many (On B Stage)
Pink Pony Club (Chappell Roan cover) (On B Stage)
You'll Think of Me (On B Stage)
Blue Ain't Your Color
Wasted Time

Encore:

19. Making Memories of Us (The Notorious Cherry Bombs cover)

20. Sundown (Gordon Lightfoot cover)

21. You Get What You Give (New Radicals cover)

Vancouver Vibes Scorecard

- Venue was organized and clean!
- Public transport available surrounding the venue. Skytrain station across the road from venue, though it can get crowded right after the concert.
- Some paid street-side and lot parking available around the venue located downtown.
- The energy from the performers was insane! Urban interacted closely with fans throughout the show, adding to the excitement of fans.
- Barely anyone was sitting down by the end of the show!