The last time Midnight Oil played a show in Vancouver the Canucks had just lost in the first round to the Red Wings, thanks in part to THAT Lidstrom goal on Dan Cloutier.

More than 15 years will have passed since those 2 nights at The Commodore when the Oils play the Malkin Bowl June 2.

WATCH: Midnight Oil live in Toronto

Saturday night 1,100 fans packed a Toronto hall for the band’s first Canadian show since May 2002.

Midnight Oil live at the Danforth

It was evident immediately that the Aussie agitators’ legendary power and passion had not gone away during their lengthy sabbatical.  The 2 hour set featured 22 songs, including 2 encores.  As expected, current world events provided plenty of subject matter for iconic lead singer – and former member of Australian parliament – Peter Garrett.

Based on Saturday night, if you’re a fan this is definitely a tour you’ll want to see when it hits town.

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