The Redemption Tour: Dorothy and Eddie and the Getaway - Winnipeg, MB

Winnipeg’s Park Theatre has built a reputation for being one of the city’s most intimate and energetic venues, and on Saturday, September 20, 2025, it once again lived up to its name. The Redemption Tour rolled into town with hard rock powerhouse Dorothy and rising country rockers Eddie and the Getaway, marking the first-ever appearance in Winnipeg for both bands—and in Eddie and the Getaway’s case, their first-ever show on Canadian soil. The result? A night of raw emotion, powerhouse vocals, and electric energy that left the sold-out crowd roaring until the final note.

Eddie and the Getway. Photos by Samuel Stevens.

The night kicked off with Eddie and the Getaway, who wasted no time proving why they’ve been gaining momentum south of the border. Opening with “Alexis Texas” and “Love Myself,” the band immediately drew in the crowd with their blend of pop-punk energy and alt-rock grit.

Their set struck a balance between original songs and playful surprises. Midway through, they launched into a cover medley that mashed up the soaring balladry of the Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris,” the smooth R&B of Jay Sean’s “Down,” the nu-metal chaos of Limp Bizkit’s “Break Stuff,” and Buckcherry’s infamous “Crazy Bitch.” It was chaotic in the best possible way, a bold move that showcased the band’s personality while keeping the audience hooked for every moment they stood on the stage.

A fiery drum solo kept the momentum high before they dove into “Middle Finger Motto” and the grunge-tinged “Cobain.” Their choice to cover Hinder’s “Lips of an Angel” gave the set an emotional breather, with fans singing along passionately. They closed out with “Sleep Alone” and “Overdose,” proving they could shift from singalong anthems to heavy, hard-hitting closers with ease. For their Canadian debut, Eddie and the Getaway delivered a set that felt both celebratory and hungry—a band introducing themselves with immense confidence. By the time Dorothy and her band took to the stage, anticipation was through the roof in the venue. Dorothy kicked things off strong with “Down to the Bottom” and the fiery “THE DEVIL I KNOW.” Dorothy Martin’s commanding presence immediately took hold of the Winnipeg audience. Her voice, equal parts grit and soul, reverberated through the Park Theatre with an intensity that felt larger than the room itself.

Dorothy. Photos by Samuel Stevens.

About a quarter of the way into the band's set, Dorothy paused to let the crowd know they had made “a few small changes” to the setlist for the evening—a reminder of how live music thrives on spontaneity and that it doesn't always mean that you've never been to a city, you need to play the same setlist every night. That led into the smouldering “What’s Coming to Me,” a track that resonated with gospel-like intensity.

The middle stretch of the set was pure rock ’n’ roll firepower, with highlights including the blues-soaked stomp of “BONES,” the swampy grit of “MUD,” and the sultry burn of “After Midnight.” Fan favourites “Raise Hell” and “Medicine Man” had the crowd shouting every lyric, while “Top of the World” showcased Dorothy’s ability to balance empowerment with swagger.

The emotional high point came with “Rest in Peace” and the haunting “Gun in My Hand,” both of which highlighted Dorothy’s ability to weave vulnerability into her powerhouse performance.

As the band briefly exited the stage, the audience erupted in chants for more. Dorothy and co eventually returned for an encore of “TOMBSTONE TOWN,” a brooding, heavy country rock-tinged closer that left the room buzzing with cathartic energy.

The Redemption Tour’s Winnipeg stop was a milestone for both bands. Eddie and the Getaway celebrated their Canadian live debut with a fearless, genre-bending set that won over a new audience, while Dorothy continued to cement her status as one of rock’s most commanding live performers.

For the fans packed into the Park Theatre, it was more than just a show—it was the kind of night that reminds you why live music matters. It was a first for Winnipeg, but hopefully not the last.