A Night with Eliza McLamb on The Good Story Tour
March 23rd, 2026 - Toronto, Ontario
Eliza McLamb has a rare, magnetic presence that draws listeners in effortlessly. This was on full display during her performance last night at The Mod Club in Toronto for a stop on The Good Story Tour, demonstrating why the indie-folk artist has built such a devoted following. Celebrating her lastest album, Good Story, McLamb’s live show felt both carefully crafted and in-the-moment, blending poignant lyricism and polished musicianship with an intimacy that kept the audience fully engaged from start to finish.
Joining Eliza on The Good Story Tour is Oldstar, a country rock band from Florida, who opened the night and immediately set the tone with their charismatic energy. Their set included their newly released track “Whiskey” and showcased their ability to blend traditional country elements with modern rock influences and creating a warm, feel-good atmosphere that set the stage for McLamb’s performance.
Eliza McLamb took the stage and opened her set with “Better Song,” which is also the first track from Good Story. She moved between acoustic and electric guitar throughout the set, using the different tones to shape the emotional texture of each song. “California” was particularly captivating, its rich melodies and reflective lyrics resonating deeply throughout the venue. The transitions between different songs in the set were also carefully thought out. Moving from “Strike” to “Forever, Like That” was especially mesmerizing – the instrumentation felt so seamless that the songs seemed to breathe into one another.
The show had a dynamic range kept fans engaged throughout. “Water Inside the Fence” emerged as one of the evening's heavier moments, with grungy guitars providing a stark contrast to the more delicate sound of songs earlier in the set. Her technique of strumming directly on the frets added an element that gave the performance a raw intensity. During “Talisman”, the venue was bathed in pulsing teal lights that faded in and out, while the song’s resonant bassline filled the room and created a hypnotic, immersive atmosphere. At one point, McLamb even stepped offstage, giving her backing band, known as Addy, a chance to take the spotlight with one of their own songs.
The crowd's enthusiasm reached a high during "Modern Woman," with fans loudly singing back every word to McLamb. Her connection to Toronto was evident when she asked who had seen her previous performance at the now-closed Velvet Underground. At least a third of the crowd cheered, demonstrating the loyalty of her fanbase while welcoming newcomers into the fold.
The set also featured the debut of an unnamed, unreleased song that received roaring applause. The lyrics repeated the line, “maybe I want a bad thing too,” building over gradually intensifying drums and guitar. The track moved slowly but maintained an upbeat momentum, creating a compelling, layered sound that showcased McLamb’s signature charm and suggests exciting directions for her future work.
As the evening concluded with "Getting Free" the entire venue transformed into a dance floor. From the front row to the back, audience members moved together, creating moments that felt like the natural culmination of an extraordinary night of music. McLamb’s performance combined warmth, intimacy, and moments of intensity, giving each song its own space to shine while maintaining a flowing, engaging set. Between her new material and fan favorites, it was a performance that showcased not only McLamb’s songwriting and musicianship, but also her ability to create a shared, unforgettable experience for everyone in the room.
The Good Story Tour is just getting started – check out the rest of the tour dates here.
