By Wayne Baggs
Honestly, The Trews at The Danforth on December 6, 2025 was just a great night out. The kind of show you walk away from thinking, “Yeah, that’s exactly why I like live music.” No gimmicks, no nonsense — just a band that knows how to rock a room and have fun doing it.
From the first song, the place was buzzing. The Danforth was packed, loud, and ready, and The Trews wasted no time leaning into that energy. The guitars were crunchy, the drums hit hard, and everything sounded tight without feeling overly polished. When they ripped into songs like “Not Ready to Go” and “Poor Ol’ Broken Hearted Me,” the whole floor was singing along like it was second nature. You could tell these songs have lived with people for a long time.
What I really liked was how relaxed the band felt. Lots of smiles, some easy banter, and a genuine “we’re happy to be here” vibe. It didn’t feel scripted or forced — just four guys having a blast and bringing the crowd along with them. That connection made the room feel smaller, even with a full house.
By the time the encore hit, everyone was sweaty, hoarse, and grinning. No one was checking their watch or heading for the doors early. It was one of those shows where you lose track of time and don’t want it to end. If you were there, you know. And if you weren’t, you missed a really solid, feel-good Trews show.
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