It’s time to gear up for a whole bunch of Ticketmaster wars and get to outfit-planning, because these upcoming months are jam-packed with some epic concerts. It seems like every artist is announcing performances one after the other as new performers prepare to take the stage, others like Justin Bieber at “Bieber-chella,” make their long awaited return, while older ones get ready to say their goodbyes — so it’s time to get tuned in this spring.
The Neighbourhood
The Neighbourhood launched their world tour on March 28 and are set to perform through Dec. 4 in light of their comeback album’s drop last November. The California band finally reunited following a long hiatus and are back with all the moody, intoxicating energy they left off with.
Lead singer Jesse Rutherford brings soulful vocals and the band’s mix of dark, indie pop and alternative rock make their tracks addictive. They mix passion with melody and express complex, relatable emotions through their music. Fans are thrilled for The Neighborhood’s comeback.
Bruno Mars
In light of his new album “The Romantic,” Bruno Mars has kicked off his tour of the same name with shows across North America, Europe, the UK and Mexico. It’s no doubt Mars is one of the biggest artists in the industry and he seems to have mastered a wide range of genres in his discography. From sad and tender in “When I Was Your Man” to the perfect hype song “Finesse,” Mars has it all down.
Alongside Mars will be special guests Leon Thomas, RAYE, Victoria Monet and Anderson .Paak, making the tour even more exciting. The tour began on April 10 and will run till Dec. 8. This marks Mars’ first proper world tour in nearly a decade and it is sure to be unforgettable.
Olivia Dean
Recent GRAMMY winner and up-and-coming artist Olivia Dean will begin her world tour at the end of this month starting in the UK and wrapping up in New Zealand. Dean will perform from April 22 until Oct. 17.
Tracks like “So Easy” and “Man I Need” took over social media and solidified Dean’s place in the music industry. Dean brings a light and breezy style to her work. Her melodic voice and warm backtracks provide a unique and refreshing listening experience. Dean has fans excited to see her rock the stage on her first world tour.
Harry Styles
Former member of the hit boy-band One Direction, Harry Styles, will begin his “Together, Together” tour on May 16 and will perform till Dec. 13. Styles’ tour will consist of residencies at a few major global cities. Perhaps most notably, the tour will feature a record-breaking 30-day residency in New York City at Madison Square Garden.
Styles has definitely made his mark on the industry. Whether through his membership in the iconic boy-band One Direction, viral “X Factor” audition, bold outfits or phenomenal music, he is unforgettable. Styles’ modern blend of pop, soul, rock and folk create a special listening experience, and he seems to have a song that will always match your mood.
A$AP Rocky
“Don’t be Dumb,” and make sure you get tickets for a show on A$AP Rocky’s upcoming world tour. The charismatic and iconic artist will kick off his tour on May 27 and run through Sep. 30 in support of his latest album. His run will start in North America, followed by Europe and the UK.
Rocky is creative and diverse in his music style. Hit tracks like “Fashion Killa,” “Sundress,” “Everyday” and “I Smoked Away My Brain” are just a few testaments to that. His latest album, “Don’t be Dumb,” was a long time coming, being his first studio album in eight years. Rocky’s swaggy music combined with his amazing stage presence will make this tour an all around great experience for fans.
Ariana Grande
Fans “Couldn’t be Happier” with Ariana Grande’s “Eternal Sunshine” tour which will run this summer starting on June 6 and through Aug. 23. Listeners have been eagerly waiting for Grande to take the stage after her last tour back in 2019, and the buzz around her performance as Glinda in the “Wicked” films has excitement on the rise.
Grande’s “Eternal Sunshine” album dropped in 2024 and was met with lots of success. Hits like “yes, and?” and “we can’t be friends (wait for your love)” made for a standout album. With her deluxe version having been released last year, this tour is coming at the perfect time, and hearing these tracks live will undoubtedly be epic. When speaking about the tour, Grande referred to it as likely being her last hurrah for some time, but promised that it would be eternally special.
These shows only begin to scratch the surface of the performances lined up for the year. With many other artists like Zayn, BTS, Pitbull, Don Toliver and Doja Cat also confirmed for tours, there’s something for everyone, no matter your music taste. Get ready to lose your voice singing your heart out at all these incredible shows.
