Flower Face Charms Toronto With An Intimate Live Set
Toronto, Canada - December 7, 2025
Only two months after her last appearance in Toronto, Montreal-based goth-folk artist Flower Face – otherwise known as Ruby McKinnon – returned for a one-night stop at Lee’s Palace. On December 7th, she drew in an impressive crowd, the line stretching down the block before doors opened - a clear sign of how quickly her audience has expanded since her show at the Burdock Music Hall earlier this year.
The night opened with Ada Lea, also from Montreal, Canada, who eased the crowd into the night with a relaxed indie rock set. This show marked the final set of her tour featuring songs from when i paint my masterpiece, which came out this August. During the final song of her set, she pulled out a harmonica which added extra personality to the music and earned a warm response from the audience.
Flower Face brought her indie goth-folk sound to the stage, accompanied by a backing band and her keyboard beside her. Ruby’s music carries a melancholic feel, and she’s built a following on her reputation as a strong lyricist. The setup suited the venue well – Ruby’s voice and lyrics stayed front and center, while the band filled in the arrangements with a controlled depth. Her set opened with “Biblical Love”, a moody track that immediately showcased her signature poetic lyricism. She performed a mix of songs from her entire discography, including her latest album Girl Prometheus which was released in 2024, and drew the crowd in with her vocals and charming presence, even during the quiet moments.
Ruby spoke about how she has been writing and recording new music, surprising fans by performing new song “Videotape”. This was a highlight of the night and fans leaned in, absorbing each line: “So let me take your picture honey / You look like a movie star / Don’t you know you break my heart? / Over and over”. Their excitement was palpable throughout the song and carried through the rest of the show.
Even with the show’s overall softness, the crowd’s end-of-show response was anything but quiet. As soon as Ruby stepped offstage, the audience erupted, chanting for her return – easily the loudest reaction of the night. Ruby returned to the stage after a brief pause to perform her most well-known song “Spiracle”, ending the night on a high-note.
Overall, the concert was an intimate and powerful glimpse into her artistry, balancing quiet musings with lyric-driven storytelling. Having only a handful of shows under her belt, fans were eager to see Flower Face live, singing along and recording their favourite songs throughout the set. With her following clearly growing, fans can only hope to catch her live again soon, whether it is back in Toronto or elsewhere on tour.
