The Concert Scene Heats Up: Fresh Tour Dates Announced! [21st May 2024]

"Music is not just heard, it is felt."

Live music lovers, rejoice! A slew of new tour dates has just been released, promising unforgettable nights filled with incredible performances. Discover which artists are coming to a city near you and prepare for an amazing concert experience.

1. BadFlower: LA-based rockers Badflower have announced an extensive U.S. tour for late 2024, following their performance at Rocklahoma. The No Place Like Home Tour begins on September 3rd in Dallas and runs through October, hitting major cities such as Orlando, Atlanta, New York, Detroit, Chicago, Seattle, and their hometown of Los Angeles. Special guests MISSIO and Slothrust will join them on select dates. Badflower is touring in support of their latest album, 'This Is How the World Ends,' released on September 24th, 2021, via Big Machine. The album features the single 'Don’t Hate Me,' which peaked at #11 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart. In 2023, the band toured with Incubus and Paris Jackson after completing their own U.S. tour with Des Rocs and Blood Red Shoes. Formed in 2013, Badflower's lineup includes original members Josh Katz, Joey Morrow, Anthony Sonetti, and Alex Espiritu.
2. Kirk Franklin: Renowned figure in Gospel music, Kirk Franklin, has announced his upcoming return to touring in 2024 to promote his latest album 'Father's Day'. The Reunion Tour kicks off on September 6th in Philadelphia and continues through November, with stops planned in Detroit, Chicago, Washington DC, Brooklyn, Atlanta, Miami, Fort Worth, and Inglewood. Joining Franklin on the tour as special guests are Fred Hammond, The Clark Sisters, Marvin Sapp, and Yolanda Adams. Originally launched in 2023, the tour featured Tye Tribbett, David Mann, Tamela Mann, Israel Houghton, and The Clark Sisters. 'Father's Day', Franklin's 14th studio album, was released on October 6th, 2023, through RCA Records and Fo Yo Soul Recordings. This new release follows his 2019 album 'Long Live Love', which topped Billboard's Gospel chart and earned him the Best Gospel Album award at the Grammy Awards. In the same year, Franklin embarked on his Long Live Love Tour across America, accompanied by Koryn Hawthorne. Going back to 2022, he collaborated with Maverick City Music for their Kingdom Tour, alongside Jonathan McReynolds and Housefires.
3. Jon Pardi: Acclaimed country artist Jon Pardi has revealed a fresh set of tour dates across North America for later in 2024, in support of his latest album 'Mr. Saturday Night'. The 16-city journey commences on September 5th in Baltimore and extends into October, hitting various cities including Charleston, Toronto, Wheatland, Huntsville, and Corpus Christi. Joining Pardi on selected dates will be special guests Larry Fleet, Priscilla Block, and Meghan Patrick. Initially launched in 2023, the tour featured Midland, Jackson Dean, Randall King, Ella Langley, and DJ Highmax. Pardi's fourth studio album, 'Mr. Saturday Night', was released on September 2nd, 2022, through Capitol Nashville. Following the success of 2019's 'Heartache Medication', which reached #2 on Billboard's Country chart and included a guest appearance by Lauren Alaina on the track 'Don't Blame It on Whiskey', this new album continues his streak. In the same year, Pardi joined Dierks Bentley during parts of his Burning Man Tour, alongside Tenille Townes and Hot Country Knights, before embarking on his own Heartache Medication Tour with support from Riley Green. In 2022, his Ain't Always the Cowboy Tour featured Lainey Wilson and Hailey Whitters as supporting acts.
4. Marc Anthony: Beloved salsa sensation Marc Anthony has revealed plans to extend his tour across America throughout the remainder of the year, promoting his latest album 'Muevense'. The upcoming leg of his Historia Tour is scheduled for October and November, with additional stops planned in Inglewood, Phoenix, Fort Worth, Austin, Brooklyn, Charlotte, Miami, Rosemont, and Atlanta. Having initially launched earlier in the year, the tour is also set to visit Europe before concluding. 'Muevense', Anthony's 14th studio album, was released on April 26th, 2024, under Sony Latin Music. This new release follows the success of 2022's 'Pa’llá Voy', which reached #3 on Billboard's Tropical chart and achieved Gold certification (Latin) by the RIAA. In the same year, the legendary artist embarked on his Viviendo Tour, which extended into 2023. Since the beginning of his career in 1988, Anthony has made his mark in history, earning a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the top-selling tropical salsa artist of all time, with over 30 million albums sold worldwide.
5. Sean Paul: Sean Paul, one of the most prolific artists in dancehall and reggae history, has unveiled his highly anticipated Greatest Tour 2024. Spanning 22 dates, the tour commences on May 2nd at the House of Blues in Orlando, with stops across the U.S. including Miami, Brooklyn, Chicago, Austin, Los Angeles, and more, concluding on Sunday, June 16th at The Fillmore in Charlotte. The announcement of The Greatest Tour comes on the heels of Sean Paul's recent tour dates in New Zealand and Australia earlier in 2024. Throughout his career, spanning seven studio albums and beyond, Sean Paul has propelled the dancehall genre to global acclaim, from its roots in Kingston, Jamaica, to dominating the charts and performing at some of the largest venues in over 120 countries. Notably, Sean holds the distinction of being the first Jamaican artist to perform in Uzbekistan and Burkina Faso.
6. Cigarettes After Sex: Cigarettes After Sex, the ambient pop band known for their dreamy soundscapes and evocative lyrics, is embarking on a highly anticipated tour in 2024. This tour promises to captivate audiences with their signature blend of ethereal melodies and intimate storytelling. The tour, set to kick off in spring, will take the band across various cities in North America and Europe, offering fans the chance to experience their mesmerizing live performances. From atmospheric venues to intimate settings, each concert promises to be a unique and immersive experience for fans. Building on the success of their previous albums, including their self-titled debut and "Cry," Cigarettes After Sex will likely treat audiences to a mix of fan favorites and new tracks from their upcoming releases. With their emotive vocals and lush instrumentation, the band creates a sonic landscape that transports listeners to another realm, making each concert a journey of introspection and emotion. For fans of Cigarettes After Sex, the 2024 tour is an opportunity to connect with the band's music on a deeper level and to experience the magic of their sound in person. As anticipation builds for the tour, fans can expect an unforgettable experience filled with moments of beauty, nostalgia, and transcendence.
7. Tokischa: Tokischa, the Dominican rapper and reggaeton artist known for her bold style and infectious beats, is set to embark on an electrifying tour in 2024. This tour promises to showcase her unique blend of Caribbean rhythms, urban sounds, and unapologetic lyrics that have garnered her a dedicated fanbase worldwide. The tour, slated to kick off in the summer, will take Tokischa to various cities across Latin America, the United States, and potentially other parts of the world. With her energetic stage presence and dynamic performances, she is sure to command audiences and ignite dance floors wherever she goes. Fans can expect to hear Tokischa's hit singles like "Twerk and Whine," "Pícala," and "La Colonia" performed live, along with new tracks from her upcoming releases. Known for pushing boundaries and challenging conventions, Tokischa's concerts are bound to be provocative, thrilling, and full of surprises. With her rising popularity and influence in the Latin music scene, Tokischa's tour is anticipated to be a cultural phenomenon, drawing fans from diverse backgrounds and sparking conversations about identity, empowerment, and self-expression.