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Electronic Pop Artist googly eyes Announces EP ‘paint me like one of your fav american girls’

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Jan 21, 2026

Electronic Pop Artist googly eyes Announces EP ‘paint me like one of your fav american girls’

googly eyes has announced a new EP titled ‘paint me like one of your fav american girls’, set for release on March 13 via Pretty Swede, Neon Gold, and Virgin. Alongside the announcement, she shares the new single “Bruises on the Peach” with an accompanying video. The track was written with Tove Lo and Flume and coproduced with Flume, marking another chapter in an ongoing creative collaboration that began through an artist development open call in 2023.

Speaking about the song, googly eyes says, “Bruises on the Peach is about vulnerability. To be known and loved deeply means sharing all your fears, insecurities, and pain points with someone. It’s a fragile ecosystem – you’re giving someone the blueprint to either wound you beyond repair or soothe your deepest hurts.” The single follows earlier EP tracks “I Don’t Go Out” and “Made Of”, both released ahead of the full project.

The announcement arrives after a strong end to 2025, with googly eyes’ track “Jesus and John Wayne”, performed with Joy Oladokun and August Ponthier, landing on NPR’s 125 songs of 2025 list. To date, her work has been fully written, recorded, and produced independently, with releases through Pretty Swede Records, the label founded by Tove Lo in 2022 in collaboration with Neon Gold.

10 Early 2000s Music Videos That Will Make You Miss MTV

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10 Early 2000s Music Videos That Will Make You Miss MTV

There was a brief, magical era when music videos felt like full-on events. You waited for premieres, argued over rankings, and sprinted to the TV when something new dropped. The early 2000s delivered bold visuals, big ideas, and unforgettable moments that still feel fun to revisit.

These videos leaned hard into style, humor, and spectacle. Some were cinematic, some were chaotic, and some were brilliant because they kept things simple. Here are 10 early 2000s music videos that remain endlessly watchable.

Fatboy Slim – “Weapon of Choice”
Christopher Walken dancing solo through an empty hotel turned this into instant pop culture history. It’s confident, strange, and completely committed to the bit.

Britney Spears – “Toxic”
Spy fantasies, flight attendants, diamonds, and latex outfits all collide here. Every scene change feels deliberate, stylish, and unapologetically over the top.

Linkin Park – “Breaking the Habit”
Animated visuals gave this video a striking emotional distance that set it apart from its peers. The art style still feels intentional and memorable.

Blink-182 – “First Date”
Airport disco chaos with the band fully leaning into absurdity. It captures early-2000s humor perfectly without trying to be clever about it.

Eminem – “Stan”
A fully realized narrative that plays out like a short film. The pacing, performances, and storytelling made this one impossible to forget.

OK Go – “Here It Goes Again”
Eight treadmills and one continuous shot. The concept is simple, precise, and endlessly rewatchable for a reason.

The White Stripes – “The Hardest Button to Button”
Minimalism done right. Repeating drum kits and clean visuals turn restraint into something visually hypnotic.

Gorillaz – “Feel Good Inc.”
Animated worlds, surreal imagery, and a visual identity that felt fully formed. The floating island remains iconic.

Outkast – “Hey Ya!”
Four Andre 3000s performing as rival bands made this feel like a celebration disguised as a pop video. It’s joyful, clever, and endlessly energetic.

The Killers – “Mr. Brightside”
Shot like a dramatic love triangle from another era, the theatrical flair gives it a timeless, slightly unhinged charm.

Ulta Beauty World Returns To Orlando With Second-Ever Fan Convention In 2026

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Jan 21, 2026

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Ulta Beauty World Returns To Orlando With Second-Ever Fan Convention In 2026

Ulta Beauty World will return for its second-ever convention on April 16, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

The event, hosted by Ulta Beauty, follows the inaugural Ulta Beauty World convention held in San Antonio, Texas, in 2025. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with more than 200 beauty brands, participate in demonstrations and tutorials led by the Ulta Beauty Pro Team, and attend brand founder meet-and-greets. Ulta has confirmed that attendees will receive a curated swag bag valued at more than $2,000.

Ulta Beauty World is open to attendees aged 18 and older. A government-issued photo ID is required for entry, and the name on the ID must match the name on the ticket confirmation.

Tickets for the main convention go on sale January 21 at 10 a.m. EST and cost $160, plus a $5 processing fee. Tickets are available through the Ulta Beauty World landing page on Ulta Beauty’s website.

Ulta is also offering optional master classes on April 15, 2026, the day before the convention. These sessions will feature hands-on instruction led by industry experts and brand founders. Master class tickets cost $75 plus a processing fee and are available in limited quantities. A combined ticket for both the master class and the main convention is priced at $199, plus processing fees.

The Orange County Convention Center is located on International Drive and Universal Boulevard in Orlando and includes three buildings: the North Building, South Building, and West Building.

Snail Mail Returns With ‘Ricochet’ After Five-Year Hiatus And Announces Tour

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Jan 21, 2026

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Snail Mail Returns With ‘Ricochet’ After Five-Year Hiatus And Announces Tour

Snail Mail announces her first album in five years with ‘Ricochet’, arriving March 27 via Matador. Written and recorded with a renewed sense of urgency and clarity, the album marks a bold new chapter for Lindsey Jordan. The lead single “Dead End” arrives alongside a self-directed video co-created with Elsie Richter.

Jordan described the video shoot as an overnight adventure across rural North Carolina, saying, “The goal was to be inconspicuous with the fireworks, but someone called the cops on us.” Since her last release, ‘Valentine’, Jordan has expanded her creative world through film, covers, and community projects, while continuing to sharpen her songwriting voice. ‘Ricochet’ delivers a striking run of songs that reward close listening and stand confidently within Snail Mail’s evolving catalog.

Track Listing for ‘Ricochet’:
01 Tractor Beam
02 My Maker
03 Light on Our Feet
04 Cruise
05 Agony Freak
06 Dead End
07 Butterfly
08 Nowhere
09 Hell
10 Ricochet
11 Reverie

Snail Mail will take ‘Ricochet’ on the road across North America beginning in April, joined by Sharp Pins at most dates, with additional support from Avalon Emerson & the Charm, @, Swirlies, Armlock, and Rocket on select shows.

Snail Mail North American Tour 2026:
April 10 Milwaukee, WI – Turner Hall
April 11 Chicago, IL – The Riviera Theatre
April 12 Detroit, MI – Majestic Theatre
April 13 Toronto, ON – The Concert Hall
April 15 Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
April 16 Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
April 17 Boston, MA – Big Night Live
April 18 Baltimore, MD – Union Collective Parking Lot
April 20 Saxapahaw, NC – Haw River Ballroom
April 21 Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
April 22 Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse
April 24 Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
April 25 Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
April 26 Austin, TX – Stubb’s
April 28 Oklahoma City, OK – The Tower Theatre
April 30 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
May 01 Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern
May 02 San Diego, CA – Observatory North Park
May 04 San Francisco, CA – The Warfield
May 05 Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades
May 07 Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom
May 08 Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
May 09 Vancouver, BC – Vogue Theatre
May 11 Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall
May 13 Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre
May 15 Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Block Party
June 26 London, England – Electric Ballroom

Art-Pop Adventurer Gelli Haha Takes ‘Switcheroo’ On The Road With New Tour

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Jan 21, 2026

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Art-Pop Adventurer Gelli Haha Takes ‘Switcheroo’ On The Road With New Tour

Gelli Haha announces a fresh run of North American tour dates under the banner Where in the World is Gelli Haha, bringing her debut album ‘Switcheroo’ to stages across the continent. Out now via Innovative Leisure, the record thrives on playful unpredictability and bold art-pop instincts. Gelli describes the upcoming shows as a fully realized live experiment, saying, “We’ve built a show that’s playful, silly, and alive. I can’t wait for more people to join the experiment.” The response to ‘Switcheroo’ has been enthusiastic, with its vibrant energy translating naturally to the stage.

The album was shaped alongside producer Sean Guerin of De Lux, with the pair leaning into spontaneity and unconventional sound design. Songs were built using analog gear and intentionally imperfect textures, creating a lively, tactile feel that defines the project. The tour launches March 25 in Los Angeles and runs through May before heading overseas for summer festival dates in Europe. Early artist presale tickets are available January 21, with general on-sale following January 23.

Gelli Haha 2026 Live Dates:
Mar 25 – Los Angeles, CA – The Roxy
Mar 26 – San Francisco, CA – Brick & Mortar
Mar 28 – Boise, ID – Treefort Festival
Mar 31 – Vancouver, BC – Fortune Sound Club
Apr 01 – Portland, OR – Holocene
Apr 02 – Seattle, WA – Barboza
Apr 23 – Minneapolis, MN – Amsterdam Bar & Hall
Apr 25 – Chicago, IL – Schubas
Apr 27 – Toronto, ON – The Garrison
Apr 28 – Montreal, QC – Bar Le Ritz
Apr 29 – Boston, MA – Sonia
May 01 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
May 02 – Philadelphia, PA – Philamoca
May 04 – Washington, DC – Songbyrd
May 05 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle Back Room
May 07 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Altar)
May 09 – Houston, TX – Meow Wolf Houston
May 10 – Austin, TX – Antone’s
May 11 – Dallas, TX – Club Dada
May 13 – Denver, CO – Lost Lake
May 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Block Party
May 18 – Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar
May 19 – San Diego, CA – Voodoo Room at Hob
May 20 – Santa Ana, CA – Constellation Room
Jun 06 – Barcelona, ES – Primavera
Jun 11 – Porto, PT – Primavera

Thrash Metal Titans Sepultura Announce Final “Celebrating Life Through Death” North American Tour

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Jan 21, 2026

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Thrash Metal Titans Sepultura Announce Final “Celebrating Life Through Death” North American Tour

Brazilian and American thrash metal veterans Sepultura announce their final North American tour, fittingly titled “Celebrating Life Through Death.” After more than forty years, fifteen studio albums, and millions of records sold worldwide, the band closes this chapter on its own terms. From Belo Horizonte to global stages, Sepultura carried Brazil’s sound, culture, and intensity across continents, earning a legacy rooted in fearlessness, evolution, and uncompromising artistry. The impact remains undeniable, with the music continuing to hit with urgency, power, and purpose.

The farewell run launches April 29 in Montclair, New Jersey, and concludes May 29 at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, with stops across the U.S. and Canada and festival appearances at Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple. The lineup includes Exodus, Biohazard, and Tribal Gaze. Guitarist Andreas Kisser reflects on the moment, saying, “It’s great to stop in a great momentum without fighting, without an external factor breaking up this band. It’s our own terms.” The tour stands as a final salute to a band that defined its own genre and lived by creative freedom.

SEPULTURA “Celebrating Life Through Death” North American Tour 2026:
April 29 – Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater
May 01 – Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
May 02 – London, ON @ London Music Hall
May 04 – Detroit, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre
May 05 – Louisville, KY @ Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
May 06 – Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
May 07 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquarade
May 08 – New Orleans, LA @ The Civic Theatre
May 10 – Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome To Rockville
May 11 – Charleston, SC @ Music Farm
May 12 – Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
May 13 – Reading, PA @ Reverb
May 15 – Chicago, IL @ Ramova Theatre
May 16 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple
May 17 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
May 19 – Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
May 21 – Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
May 22 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
May 23 – Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club
May 25 – Las Vegas, NV @ House Of Blues
May 26 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
May 28 – Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
May 29 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern

Indie-Folk Storyteller Cat Clyde Reveals ‘Mud Blood Bone’ Album and Tour Dates

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Jan 21, 2026

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Indie-Folk Storyteller Cat Clyde Reveals ‘Mud Blood Bone’ Album and Tour Dates

Cat Clyde steps into a bold new chapter with the announcement of her fourth studio album, ‘Mud Blood Bone’, arriving March 13. The record introduces her first release with Concord Records and captures a restless creative spirit shaped by movement, lineage, and emotional clarity. Built alongside producer Drew Vandenberg and featuring a co-write with Courtney Marie Andrews, the album carries a raw sense of openness. Its songs feel grounded yet untethered, offering a deeply absorbing listen that reflects growth without restraint.

The newly released single “Another Time” sets the tone, circling themes of memory, transformation, and personal reinvention. Clyde describes the song as an exploration of shifting identities and the emotional weight that comes with change. Those ideas echo throughout the album, written in transient spaces from rural Ontario to England’s waterways, and informed by her Métis heritage and family musical roots. A wide-ranging North American tour follows this spring, with dates across the United States and Canada and support from Boy Golden on select shows.

Cat Clyde On Tour:
March 17 – Mariposa, CA @ Grove House
March 19 – Pioneertown, CA @ Pappy & Harriet’s
March 20 – Los Angeles, CA @ Lodge Room
March 21 – Morro Bay, CA @ The Siren
March 22 – San Francisco, CA @ The Chapel
March 24 – Sisters, OR @ The Belfry
March 26 – Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Fest
March 27 – Salt Lake City, UT @ State Room
March 28 – Fort Collins, CO @ The Armory
March 29 – Boulder, CO @ eTown Music Hall
April 1 – Lawrence, KS @ Bottleneck
April 2 – Columbia, MO @ Rose Music Hall
April 3 – St. Louis, MO @ Old Rock House
April 4 – Nashville, TN @ Row One
April 6 – Louisville, KY @ The Monarch
April 8 – Indianapolis, IN @ HiFi
April 9 – Chicago, IL @ Schuba’s
April 10 – Davenport, IA @ Raccoon Motel
April 11 – St Paul, MN @ Turf Club
May 14 – Washington, DC @ Union Stage
May 15 – Philadelphia, PA @ 118 N
May 16 – Amagansett, NY @ The Stephen Talk House
May 17 – Brooklyn, NY @ Baby’s All Right
May 19 – Cambridge, MA @ Club Passim
May 20 – Manchester, VT @ Billsville
May 22 – Montreal, QC @ Bar Le Ritz
May 23 – Ottawa, ON @ Club Saw
May 24 – Kingston, ON @ Broom Factory
May 25 – St. Catharines, ON @ Warehouse
May 27 – Guelph, ON @ Sonic Hall
May 28 – Windsor, ON @ Meteor
May 29 – London, ON @ Rum Runners
May 30 – Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe Tavern

KALEO Announce 10 Year Anniversary Deluxe Edition Of Debut Album With Summer Tour

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Jan 21, 2026

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KALEO Announce 10 Year Anniversary Deluxe Edition Of Debut Album With Summer Tour

Icelandic rock band KALEO have announced the 10 year anniversary deluxe edition of their debut album ‘A/B’, due out June 10 via Rhino Records. The double vinyl release spotlights iconic live performances plus rare studio recordings. To celebrate, the band will embark on an extensive North American “Way Down We Go Tour” this summer with special guests DAWES, Darren Kiely, and 4x GRAMMY nominee Elle King at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

“This year’s tour will be even more special considering we’re commemorating ten years since the release of A/B,” said KALEO frontman JJ Julius Son. “We are truly honored that the music still means so much to so many people and we’re planning an entirely new show we think our fans are going to love.” The debut album spawned hits like “All The Pretty Girls,” “No Good,” and the global sensation “Way Down We Go,” which landed at number one on Billboard’s Alternative Rock chart with nearly 4 billion streams and over 3 million TikToks worldwide.

The band will incorporate hits from their two follow-up albums, ‘Surface Sounds’ and 2025’s critically acclaimed ‘MIXED EMOTIONS’, into the setlist. On their 2025 effort, Forbes wrote, “Like so many of the great ’70s rock albums, it is powerful, diverse, rooted in the great American sounds like blues and country, that are blended with a rock attitude and base sound.”

The summer tour begins June 27 at The Novo in Los Angeles and makes its way up the West Coast, through the Rocky Mountains, into the Midwest and Canada before finishing on the East Coast in August. Notable stops include Colorado’s Red Rocks, NYC’s Pier 17, and Nashville’s Pinnacle. Emerging from Mosfellsbær, a small town in the suburbs of Reykjavik, Iceland, KALEO formed as childhood friends in 2012. Made up of JJ Julius Son, David Antonsson, Daniel Kristjansson and Rubin Pollock, the group has sold more than one million concert tickets worldwide.

KALEO 2026 Tour Dates:

06/27 Los Angeles, CA – The Novo *
06/28 Saratoga, CA – Mountain Winery *
07/01 Portland, OR – Grand Lodge ^
07/03 Seattle, WA – TBD
07/04 Vancouver, BC – Queen Elizabeth Theatre ^
07/06 Jacksonville, OR – Britt Pavilion ^
07/10 Boise, ID – Outlaw Field
07/12 Salt Lake City, UT – TBD *
07/14 Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre +
07/16 Council Bluffs, IA – Harrah’s Stir Cove *
07/18 Kansas City, MO – Grinders *
07/19 Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle *
07/21 Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed *
07/22 Grand Rapids, MI – TBD*
07/23 Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
07/25 Quebec City, QC – Agora $
07/28 Montreal, QC – MTELUS ^
07/30 Fairlee, VT – Lake Morey Resort
08/01 Orillia, ON – Casino Rama Resort ^
08/04 Boston, MA – Roadrunner #
08/05 Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore #
08/07 New York, NY – Pier 17 #
08/08 Washington, D.C. – The Anthem

* with Dawes
+ with Elle King
# with Darren Kiely
^ with Vincent Lima
$ with Geoffroy

Trauma Ray And Glixen Announce Massive Co-Headline Tour Across North America

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Jan 21, 2026

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Trauma Ray And Glixen Announce Massive Co-Headline Tour Across North America

Fort Worth nu-gazers Trauma Ray have announced a massive co-headline tour across the United States with Glixen. The extensive run includes support from Her New Knife, KNIFEPLAY, Keep, and Money on select dates. The announcement arrives alongside the release of Trauma Ray’s new single “Hannibal” and their forthcoming EP ‘Carnival’, which drops on February 20th via Dais Records.

The tour kicks off April 10th in San Antonio at Paper Tiger and winds through major cities including Houston, New Orleans, Orlando, Atlanta, and Asheville before hitting the East Coast. Brooklyn’s Elsewhere Hall, Boston’s The Sinclair, and stops in Montréal and Toronto round out the northern leg.

The Midwest and West Coast portion launches in Chicago at Bottom Lounge on April 28th. Minneapolis, Lawrence, Denver, and Salt Lake City follow before the tour hits the Pacific Northwest with shows in Boise, Seattle, and Portland. California gets three dates including San Francisco’s The Chapel, Los Angeles’ Teragram Ballroom, and San Diego’s Soda Bar.

The tour wraps with a Southwest swing through Phoenix, Albuquerque, Austin, and a Dallas homecoming show at Trees on May 16th. Support lineups vary throughout the run, giving fans different combinations of shoegaze and post-punk sounds each night.

Tour Dates:

04/10 San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger +
04/11 Houston, TX @ The Secret Group +
04/13 New Orleans, LA @ Gasa Gasa +
04/14 Orlando, FL @ The Social +
04/15 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade Hell +
04/16 Asheville, NC @ Eulogy +
04/17 Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506 +
04/18 Washington, DC @ Union Stage +
04/19 Philadelphia, PA @ First Unitarian Church +
04/21 Brooklyn, NY @ Elsewhere Hall +
04/22 Boston, MA @ The Sinclair +
04/23 Montréal, QC @ Theatre Fairmount +
04/24 Toronto, ON @ Hard Luck +
04/25 Ferndale, MI @ The Loving Touch +
04/26 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop +
04/28 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge #
04/29 Minneapolis, MN @ Amsterdam Bar & Hall #
05/01 Lawrence, KS @ The Bottleneck *
05/02 Denver, CO @ Marquis *
05/03 Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court *
05/04 Boise, ID @ Shrine Basement *
05/05 Seattle, WA @ Substation *
05/06 Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre *
05/08 San Francisco, CA @ The Chapel *
05/09 Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom *
05/10 San Diego, CA @ Soda Bar *
05/12 Phoenix, AZ @ Walter Studios *
05/13 Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad *
05/15 Austin, TX @ Brushy Street Commons *
05/16 Dallas, TX @ Trees *

+ = with Her New Knife and Knifeplay
* = with Keep and Money
# = with Keep and Knifeplay

Katelyn Tarver Unveils Emotional New Album ‘Tell Me How You Really Feel’ And Headline Tour

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Jan 21, 2026

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Katelyn Tarver Unveils Emotional New Album ‘Tell Me How You Really Feel’ And Headline Tour

Singer-songwriter and actress Katelyn Tarver returns to the spotlight with the announcement of her third studio album ‘Tell Me How You Really Feel’. Arriving March 6 via Nettwerk, the project serves as a deeply personal exploration of self-discovery and transformation. Tarver recorded the collection alongside longtime collaborators Mikey Reaves and Chad Copelin during a period of significant life changes.

The upcoming album features a selection of recent singles including “The Price”, “$82 at Erewhon”, and “Strange Weather”. Tarver draws inspiration from the raw transparency of artists like Ali Wong to create a companion for those navigating their own uncertain paths. “The title is a direct statement,” Tarver shares regarding the central theme of the record. “Tell me the truth. Tell me how you feel. Tell me everything.”

Beyond the music scene, Tarver continues to expand her presence on screen with a recurring role in an upcoming Netflix comedy series. She joins a high-profile cast featuring Will Ferrell and Molly Shannon for the project scheduled to premiere in spring 2026. This professional momentum carries into her spring tour which hits major markets across North America. The itinerary includes stops at Schubas in Chicago and a performance at the Garrison in Toronto. Tickets for all headline dates go on sale this Friday, January 23 at 10am local time.

The spring 2026 schedule provides an intimate setting for audiences to connect with the new material. Following the Chicago opener, Tarver travels to New York for a show at Baby’s All Right before heading to Nashville and Atlanta. The tour concludes with West Coast dates at Café du Nord and the Echoplex in May.

TOUR DATES:

April 30 — Chicago, IL — Schubas

May 8 — Toronto, ON — Garrison

May 12 — New York, NY — Baby’s All Right

May 13 — Washington, DC — Songbyrd

May 16 — Nashville, TN — Cannery Hall

May 17 — Atlanta, GA — Aisle 5

May 20 — San Francisco, CA — Café du Nord

May 24 — Los Angeles, CA — Echoplex