While countless big-name artists have already rolled their ginormous spectacles through California this year, the concert schedule definitely heats up this summer.
Though we’re still in the thick of a dreary June gloom, summer officially kicked off this week (June 21, to be exact) and the sun sets on the season on Sept. 22. Between now and then, Bay Area stadiums, arenas and outdoor amphitheaters are ready to welcome a slew of artists out celebrating new albums, career anniversaries, a comeback tour.
Here’s a look at some of the major tours coming to the Bay Area this summer. Remember that situations are subject to change, and it’s always a good idea to check official venue websites and ticket sellers before heading to a show.
June
Jill Scott: The R&B star was ready to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her debut album “Who is Jill Scott? Words & Sounds Vol. 1” in 2020, but it was postponed due to the pandemic. She’s back now to celebrate he 23rd anniversary of the album and fans can expect to hear tracks like “A Long Walk” and “Do You Remember.”
Details: 6 p.m. Saturday; Concord Pavilion; tickets start at $39.50; Ticketmaster.com.
Louis Tomlinson: Harry Styles isn’t the only One Direction member to making major waves in music, his former 1D cohort Louis Tomlinson will be out on the road in support of his latest record, “Faith in the Future.”
Details: 7:30 p.m. June 29; Greek Theatre, UC Berkeley; tickets start at $49.50; Ticketmaster.com.
July
Fall Out Boy: The emo-alternative rock group is out on its So Much For (Tour) Dust jaunt in support of its eighth studio album, “So Much (For) Stardust,” which includes the singles “Love from the Other Side” and “Heartbreak Feels So Good.” The band will also be joined by Bring Me The Horizon and a rotating cast of openers on select dates.
Details: 6:30 p.m. July 5 at Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View; tickets start at $49.50; Ticketmaster.com.
Nickelback: The band may be the butt of jokes but it also happens to be one of the most successful Canadian rock acts of all time. It’s bringing its Get Rollin’ tour to Northern California for two shows, with openers Brantley Gilbert and Josh Ross.
Details: 6:30 p.m. July 8; Toyota Amphitheatre; Wheatland; tickets start at $36; Ticketmaster.com; 6:30 p.m. July 9; Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View; tickets start at $58; Livenation.com.
Paramore: Following a five-year absence, the Franklin, Tennessee, rock band is back on the road with a new album, “This is Why.” The tour features special guests Bloc Party, Foals, The Linda Linda’s and Genesis Owusu.
Details: 7 p.m. July 22; Chase Center, San Francisco; currently listed as sold out but check for resale tickets at Ticketmaster.com.
Taylor Swift: The megastar singer-songwriter’s Eras Tour, which features bits from each of the records from throughout her career including the latest, “Midnights,” sold out within minutes upon the initial on sale so scoring passes to this one may be tricky, however there are lots of steep-priced tickets available via secondary sellers like StubHub.com.
Details: 6:30 p.m. July 28 and 29; Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara; sold out.
Tears For Fears: The ’80s rock group known for hits like “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” and “Shout” are bringing the Tipping Point Tour Part II to California in conjunction with the latest record of the same title, its first album in more than 17 years. Southern California rockers Cold War Kids will open.
Details: 7:30 p.m. July 29; Toyota Amphitheatre, Sacramento; tickets start at $22.50; LiveNation.com.
Bryan Adams: The “Summer of ’69” rocker is bringing his So Happy It Hurts Tour with support from Joan Jett to the area. We caught Adams recently at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, so we can confirm his greatest hits were played.
Details: 7:30 p.m. July 30; Chase Center, San Francisco; tickets start at $79.50; Ticketmaster.com.
August
Alicia Keys: The R&B and soul singer-songwriter will perform in the round for the first time ever on her summer tour and she’ll be playing all of the hits.
Details: 8 p.m. Aug. 1; Oakland Arena, Oakland; Tickets start at $67; Ticketmaster.com.
Smashing Pumpkins, Stone Temple Pilots, Rival Songs: It’s a alt-rock party featuring two of the bigger alt-rock bands to come out of the decade. Now they’re touring with openers Rivals Sons.
Details: 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3; Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View; tickets start at $95; Ticketmaster.com.
Beck and Phoenix: Singer-songwriter Beck and French electro-pop band Phoenix have announced that they’re joining forces for a co-headlining summer run dubbed the Summer Odyssey Tour. Select dates will feature support from Jenny Lewis, Sir Chloe and Japanese Breakfast.
Details: 5:45 p.m. Aug. 5; Concord Pavilion; tickets start at $35; LiveNation.com.
Greta Van Fleet: The Michigan-born, Grammy award-winning rock band will hit the road in support of its third studio album, “Starcatcher,” which is due out on July 21. The record already has songs on rock radio including “Meeting the Master” and “Sacred the Thread.” Kaleo will open.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 8; Oakland Arena; tickets start at $49.50; Ticketmaster.com.
Drake and 21 Savage: Canadian rapper Drake and Atlanta-based rapper 21 Savage announced a ton of dates for their co-headlining It’s All a Blur Tour, which is in support of the duo’s collaborative album, “Her Loss.”
Details: 7 p.m. Aug. 18-19; Chase Center, San Francisco; sold out, however there are resale tickets available at Ticketmaster.com.
Marco Antonio Solís: Marco Antonio Solís, co-founder of Los Bukis, is hitting the road solo this year with his El Buki World Tour. The Ario de Rosales, Mexican-born and raised artist, announced the 40-date trek to celebrate his legendary repertoire and Latin ballads.
Details: 8 p.m. Sept. 3; Golden 1 Center, Sacramento; tickets start at $39.50; Ticketmaster.com.
Post Malone: Rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, Bud Light pitchman and all-genre music lover Post Malone will bring his If Y’all Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying Tour to Northern California for two shows in support of his forthcoming fifth studio album, Austin,” which includes the singles “Chemical” and “Mourning.”
Details: 7 p.m. Aug. 15; Toyota Amphitheatre, Wheatland; tickets start at $75; 7 p.m. Aug. 16; Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View; tickets start at $80; got to LiveNation.com for both shows.
Karol G: The Colombian reggaeton and Latin trap vocalist has extended her Mañana Será Bonito Tour, which is in support of her fourth album of the same title. The record landed Karol G at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making her the first woman ever to debut in the top spot with a Spanish-language album.
Details: 7 p.m. Aug. 14; Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara; tickets start at $103; Ticketmaster.com.
Blackpink: After a headlining slot at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio this year, K-pop group Blackpink announced a few encore performances of its Born Pink North American Tour.
Details: 8:30 p.m. Aug 22; Oracle Park, San Francisco; sold out, however fans can still sign up for the waitlist at blackpinklive.com.
50 Cent: The New York rapper is heading out on The Final Lap Tour, which comes in celebration of the 20th anniversary of his 2003 debut record, “Get Rich or Die Tryin’.” The set will feature all the greatest hits. Rapper Busta Rhymes and R&B singer Jeremih will serve as opening acts.
Details: 7 p.m. Sept. 2; Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View; tickets start at 39.50; LiveNation.com; 7 p.m. Sept. 4; Golden 1 Center, Sacramento; tickets start at $40; Ticketmaster.com.
Sam Smith: English singer-songwriter and LGBTQ+ icon Smith is bringing music from their fourth album, “Gloria,” including the songs “Love Me More,” “Unholy,” and “Gimme,” to the masses. Jessie Reyez, who appears on the song “Perfect” on Smith’s latest album, will open the show.
Details: 7 p.m. Aug. 27; Oakland Arena; tickets start at $59.50; 8 p.m. Aug. 28; Chase Center, San Francisco; tickets start at $59.50; go to Ticketmaster.com for both shows.
Beyoncé: Queen Bey is currently out on her first solo tour in six years, The Renaissance World Tour, in support of her dance-infused 2022 album “Renaissance,” which won a Grammy award for best dance/electronic album.
Details: 7 p.m. Aug. 30; Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara; sold out, resale tickets available at Livenation.com.
September
Beyoncé: Queen Bey is currently out on her first solo tour in six years, The Renaissance World Tour, in support of her dance-infused 2022 album “Renaissance,” which won a Grammy award for best dance/electronic album.
Details: 7 p.m. Aug. 30; Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara; sold out, resale tickets available at Livenation.com.
LL Cool J: The F.O.R.C.E. Tour, standing for Frequencies Of Real Creative Energy, is LL Cool’s first tour in nearly 30 years. The 24-city trek will feature appearances by The Roots, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt-N-Pepa, Queen Latifah, Rakim, Common others.
Details: 8 p.m. Sept. 1; Chase Center, San Francisco; tickets start at $69.50; Ticketmaster.com.
Ghost: The Swedish rock band will be out on its Re-Imperatour in support of its 2022 album, “Impera,” this summer. Amon Amarth will open.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2; Concord Pavilion; tickets start at $35; Ticketmaster.com.
Lionel Richie with Earth, Wind and Fire: “American Idol” judge and R&B icon Lionel Richie will join forces with Earth, Wind and Fire this summer for a hit-filled tour that will surely get fans up and dancing all night long.
Details: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8; Chase Center, San Francisco; tickets start at $60.95; Ticketmaster.com.
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