Chris Lake’s album Chemistry showcases his signature blend of house grooves and polished production, balancing club-ready bangers with more melodic, dancefloor-friendly cuts that highlight his knack for catchy hooks and crisp percussion; the record cements his place as a mainstay in modern electronic music while offering moments of experimentation that broaden his sonic palette. His Toronto tour stop brought that energy to a packed crowd, where festival-sized drops and tighter, more intimate moments translated well in a venue known for its sound and atmosphere — the set featured several tracks from Chemistry alongside classics and bright edits that kept the floor moving, demonstrating why Lake remains a consistent draw for both longtime fans and newer listeners.
EVENT REVIEW: night 1
Well, history was made at History Toronto on November 28th. Grammy-nominated DJ Chris Lake came to Toronto, and we’re still dreaming about his amazing, high-energy, 2-hour set!
From the moment the first beat hit, the sound was crisp and powerful, something we have come to love from History as a venue. Entering was seamless (as always), and the crowd did not stop dancing - in fact, everywhere we looked, we saw smiling faces.
Chris Lake delivered a sold-out night one and wowed with a mix of fan favourites like his 2025 remix of ‘Messy’ by Lola Young, which had everyone singing along. We were also treated to a number of tracks from his latest album ‘Chemistry’, such as’ Memories’, ' On and On’ and our personal favourite, ‘Ease My Mind’.
Visually, the show was also a treat; the production quality featured lights dancing above the crowd, perfectly complementing the bass drops. And boy did he bring the lasers, with his mix of Ray Volpe’s “Laserbeam” erupting in a tidal wave of strobes filling the whole venue and shattering the darkness.
What struck us most was how effortlessly Chris Lake always bridges new music with classics. His “Galvanize” remix by the Chemical Brothers had us levitating, and right before the end, he played “Kids” by Fezzo (MGMT mix) and the classic ‘sweet disposition’ by Temper Trap, which had the crowd feeding off both the familiarity of long-time hits and the freshness of his beats.
He ended the night with a mix of ‘Move Your Feet’ by Junior Senior, which brought a wave of nostalgia to all those in attendance, proving once again why he is such a prominent figure in House music. It’s also wildly refreshing to see larger-name DJs stick around after the show to meet and interact with their fans, which Chris Lake did for a good 30 minutes post-set.”
Written by Emma Staples
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