Every performance highlights the grit and soul of an icon who redefined the genre with hits like “Real Love,” “Be Without You,” and “No More Drama.” This theatrical experience incorporates high-fidelity sound and cinematic storytelling to honor the bond between Blige and her global fanbase. The shows will take place on May 1, 2, 6, 8 and 9, and on July 10, 11, 15, 17 and 18. The musicianship is undeniably superior and showcases her vocal mastery alongside a world-class band and production team. This residency serves as an assertive statement of her enduring legacy and her status as a premiere live entertainer. Fans can secure their spots during the general on-sale beginning Friday, January 16 at 10 AM PT. This is a definitive moment for enthusiasts to witness the transformation of her life story into a permanent Vegas spectacle.
James Taylor & His All-Star Band Announce 30 City 2026 U.S. Tour Starting This April
Music legend James Taylor has officially unveiled a massive thirty-city United States tour for 2026 alongside his renowned All-Star Band. The itinerary begins on April 26 at the Yaamava’ Theater in Highland and traverses the country through September with multi-night stands in Las Vegas and Boston. This run includes his cherished annual performances at the Tanglewood Music Center on July 3 and 4, continuing a storied summer tradition. The All-Star Band features world-class musicians including drummer Steve Gadd and guitarist Michael Landau who provide the masterful foundation for Taylor’s iconic catalog. Every performance serves as a testament to five decades of songwriting excellence that has collectively sold over one hundred million albums worldwide.
The production visits premier outdoor venues such as Wolf Trap in Virginia and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center before concluding at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood on September 26. This tour follows a year of record-breaking ticket sales and critical acclaim for his live arrangements. The setlist delivers a comprehensive journey through his most beloved hits with the warmth and precision that only these elite collaborators can achieve. The musicianship on display is absolutely flawless and represents a pinnacle of live performance for the modern era. Fans can secure their spots during the general on-sale beginning Friday, January 16 at 10 AM local time. This tour provides a factual and vivid opportunity to witness a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame icon in his prime elements.
James Taylor 2026 Tour Dates:
April 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater
April 28 – San Diego, CA – Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
May 1 – Stateline, NV – Tahoe Blue Event Center
May 3 – Redondo Beach, CA – BeachLife Festival
May 6 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl
May 9 – Las Vegas, NV – The Chelsea @ The Cosmopolitan
May 10 – Las Vegas, NV – The Chelsea @ The Cosmopolitan
June 18 – Bethel Woods, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
June 20 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion
June 22 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
June 23 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
June 25 – Hershey, PA – Giant Center
June 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
June 29 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
July 3 – Lenox, MA – Tanglewood Music Center
July 4 – Lenox, MA – Tanglewood Music Center
August 30 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap
September 1 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap
September 2 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap
September 5 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
September 6 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
September 9 – Selbyville, DE – Freeman Arts Pavilion
September 11 – Columbia, SC – Colonial Life Arena
September 13 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
September 15 – Wilmington, NC – Live Oak Bank Pavilion
September 17 – Atlanta, GA – Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
September 20 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium
September 22 – St. Augustine, FL – St. Augustine Amphitheatre
September 23 – St. Augustine, FL – St. Augustine Amphitheatre
September 26 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live @ Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
25 Facts You May Not Know About John Forté
The music world feels a little quieter today as we mourn the sudden passing of John Forté at the age of 50. John was far more than just a musician; he was a polymath who seamlessly bridged the gap between the gritty streets of Brooklyn and the refined halls of academia.
Rising to prominence as a vital collaborator with The Fugees, John helped shape the sound of a generation, earning a Grammy nomination at just 21 for his work on the legendary album The Score. His career was a testament to resilience—navigating the heights of superstardom, the depths of a federal prison sentence, and a triumphant return to the world as an educator, activist, and visionary producer. John’s life was a symphony of complex movements, defined by his intellectual curiosity and his unwavering belief in the power of second chances.
- Orchestral Beginnings: At age eight, he chose to learn the violin simply because the line for rock band instruments at his Brooklyn elementary school was too long.
- Ivy League Preparation: He graduated from the prestigious Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire in 1993.
- Hip-Hop Roommates: While studying music business at NYU, he was roommates with future rap icon Talib Kweli.
- Industry Roots: Before his own fame, he worked as an A&R executive at the underground hip-hop staple Rawkus Records.
- The Discovery: He was introduced to The Fugees by Lauryn Hill in the early 1990s.
- Early Accolades: He was only 21 years old when he received his first Grammy nomination for The Score.
- Chart Success: He partnered with Pras for the Top 40 hit “Avenues” from the Money Talks soundtrack.
- Vivaldi Fan: Throughout his life, he maintained a deep love for classical music, specifically the works of Antonio Vivaldi.
- Solo Debut: His first solo album, Poly Sci (1998), was produced by Wyclef Jean.
- A “Crush” of Styles: Spin magazine famously described his debut album as a “crush between academia and street life.”
- The Godmother Connection: Legendary singer Carly Simon became a mentor and “spiritual godmother” to him, fighting tirelessly for his freedom.
- Recorded Under Pressure: His 2001 album, I, John, was recorded while he was awaiting trial for drug charges.
- Unlikely Collaborations: That same album featured an eclectic mix of guests, including Herbie Hancock, Esthero, and Tricky.
- Presidential Clemency: His 14-year sentence was commuted by President George W. Bush in 2008, with help from Senator Orrin Hatch.
- A Prolific Return: After his release from prison, he recorded over 50 songs and played over 100 shows in a very short span.
- Professor Forté: In 2009, he began a teaching position at the City College of New York.
- Cinema Sound: His music appeared in several films, including Just Wright, Night Catches Us, and Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming.
- Sundance Staples: In 2010, he scored all of the opening trailers for the Sundance Film Festival.
- Digital Pioneer: He collaborated on a unique audio-visual project with actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt on the platform hitrecord.org.
- From Brooklyn to Russia: In 2011, he embarked on a massive 9-week tour across Russia, traveling via the Trans-Siberia Railway.
- Philanthropy: All proceeds from his Russian tour were donated to local orphanages and the Happy Hearts Fund.
- Sports Anthem: He composed the song “Brooklyn: Something to Lean On” as an anthem for the Brooklyn Nets.
- YouTube Legacy: That same Nets anthem became the unofficial theme song for the late YouTube creator Etika.
- TV Scoring: He wrote the theme song for the CBS News documentary series Brooklyn DA.
- Final Works: His later career saw the release of two deeply personal albums, Riddem Drive (2020) and Vessels, Angels & Ancestors (2021).
Philip Glass, Laurie Anderson, And Debbie Harry Headline The 39th Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert At Carnegie Hall
The legendary Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall hosts the return of the Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert on March 3, 2026. This historic evening celebrates its thirty-ninth year under the visionary guidance of Artistic Directors Philip Glass and Laurie Anderson alongside Musical Director Tony Shanahan. The lineup features an extraordinary array of talent including rock icon Debbie Harry and Kate Pierson of The B-52s. Trailblazing artist Allison Russell and chillwave pioneer Toro y Moi join a diverse roster that includes the Philip Glass Ensemble and Tibetan ambassador Tenzin Choegyal. This gathering serves as a vital cultural embassy that ensures the survival and flourishing of Tibetan civilization through the power of music and communal art.
This year the event coincides with the Year of the Fire Horse which symbolizes a period of heightened spiritual energy and profound transformation. The performance schedule delivers one-night-only collaborations and a moving chanted invocation by the Monks of the Drepung Gomang Monastery. The Resistance Revival Chorus and the electro-acoustic Scorchio Quartet provide a rich sonic backdrop for an evening that transcends traditional concert boundaries. Every ticket purchase directly fuels the educational programs and cultural preservation initiatives of Tibet House US as founded at the request of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The atmosphere at Carnegie Hall is consistently electric as world-class musicians unite for this singular cause. This benefit remains a cornerstone of the New York City cultural calendar and offers a visceral experience of artistic solidarity.
NPR Music Launches 12th Annual Tiny Desk Contest For Unsigned Artists To Win National Tour
The Tiny Desk Contest returns today and is accepting entries for its 12th year. This is NPR’s annual competition that invites unsigned artists to submit a video of themselves performing an original song for the opportunity to be featured on NPR Music’s Tiny Desk concert series, be paired with a music industry expert, and headline a 10-city national tour. The Contest has been a music career launching pad for Grammy award-winning artists like Fantastic Negrito and Tank and the Bangas.
New artists can submit their Tiny Desk Contest videos HERE.
The submission window opened today, January 13, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET, and runs through Monday, February 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Read the complete entry rules here.
A panel of judges NPR Music producers, member station hosts, musicians, and industry professionals will determine the winner. This year’s lineup includes:
- Bobby Carter, Tiny Desk series producer and host
- Robin Hilton, host of All Songs Considered and senior producer of the Tiny Desk series
- Anamaria Sayre, co-host of Alt.Latino and Tiny Desk producer
- Celia Gregory, morning host on WNXP
- Alex Marrero, host of Horizontes: The Music of Latin America and Beyond on KUTX
- Madison McFerrin, singer-songwriter and Tiny Desk alum
- Tierra Whack, rapper and singer and Tiny Desk alum
- Katie Crutchfield, singer-songwriter (Waxahatchee) and Tiny Desk alum
“It’s such an honor and sincere joy to get to spend time with so many beautifully creative artists who send in their work. I honestly can’t wait to hear and see this year’s entries, and to see where it takes us.” says Robin Hilton.
Though there can only be one grand prize winner each year, many other artists who submit will be featured on NPR Music’s social media accounts, YouTube channel, NPR’s broadcast news programs, and in the Tiny Desk Contest newsletter. By submitting to the Contest, artists also benefit from joining a nationwide supportive community of thousands of independent musicians.
Contest judges will highlight outstanding entries in episodes of NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest Top Shelf livestream series on YouTube. This year, the Tiny Desk Contest Fan Favorite returns, inviting Tiny Desk enthusiasts to cast their votes for their top choice among the showcased Top Shelf videos. Keep an eye out for more news about the Fan Favorite voting process later this spring.
The Tiny Desk Contest has proven to be a significant launchpad for emerging artists, offering benefits such as increased industry visibility, major festival headlining opportunities, and major label signings. Recent winners illustrate this impact: The Philharmonik, the 2024 winner, successfully completed an international tour last summer. More recently, 2025 winner Ruby Ibarra headlined the Houston Filipino Street Festival and is set to release a new album in 2026. A notable earlier success story is 2017 winner, Tank and The Bangas, who went on to win a Grammy for their three-part project, The Heart, The Mind, and The Soul.
NPR Music welcomes music from all genres and encourages entrants from previous years to submit new material. To enter the Contest, unsigned musicians must be 18 years old and live in the United States, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or Puerto Rico. The artist must perform one original song at a desk, upload a video of the performance to YouTube, and submit a completed entry form at NPR.org/tinydeskcontest.
Since the Tiny Desk concert series launched in 2008, more than 1,400 performances have been recorded in front of the Tiny Desk bookshelves, which are adorned with years of music souvenirs and memorabilia. Tiny Desk concerts attract 17 million monthly viewers and unify a passionate community around the love of music discovery. The series has provided a unique stage for artists across the genre spectrum and at every phase of their careers, including Usher, Sabrina Carpenter, Ca7riel y Paco Amoroso, Cece Winans, Dua Lipa, Daniel Caesar, Fred Again, Bad Bunny, Wet Leg, the cast of Sunset Boulevard, and many, many more.
Canadian Live Music Association Announces 2026 Recipients Of RBC Supported Setting The Stage Program
The Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA) is pleased to announce the grant recipients of the RBC-supported Setting the Stage program.
Now in its second year, Setting the Stage provides grants to independent CLMA-member venues, festivals, and promoters to deliver career mentorship for local emerging artists and support for audience development for their live show.
The recipients and their selected emerging artists and concert dates, are:
Biltmore Theatre (Oshawa, ON) – Maitreya – March 28
Bond ST Event Centre (Oshawa, ON) – Stoke the Fire – March 27
Bronson Centre Music Theatre (Ottawa, ON) – Main Street Revival – February 7
Canada’s Music Incubator (Toronto, ON) – Flo Olavarria – January 29
The Cap (Fredericton, N.B.) – Warped Dogwood – February 12
Folk On The Rocks (Yellowknife, NWT) – Brenden MacIntosh – February 20
Horseshoe Tavern (Toronto, ON) – Nicholas Campbell – March 2
Hugh’s Room Live (Toronto, ON) – Aphrose – February 21
NXNE Music Festival (Toronto, ON) – DAPHNE – March 24
Road to Revelree (Sarnia, ON) – Little White Lies – March 20
Rickshaw Theatre (Vancouver BC) – Tribunal – March 21
The Redwood Theatre (Toronto, ON) – SexBandit – February 6
The Silver Dollar Room (Toronto, ON) – Jaks in the Box – January 17
THINQ Music (Westport ON) – Jake DeMarsh – February 25
West End Cultural Centre (Winnipeg, MB) – The Fu Fu Chi Chi Choir – March 21
Whitecap Entertainment (Charlottetown, PEI.) – Braden Lam – March 8
The Setting the Stage program aims to address persistent market challenges within certain areas of the live music ecosystem—challenges that directly impact performance venues and emerging artists as they develop their careers.
For more information about the Setting the Stage program and links to grantees and their emerging artists, please visit here.
BTS Announce Record Breaking 79-Date World Tour And New Studio Album Coming This March
Pop Royalty BTS announce their long-awaited return to the global stage with their world tour spanning 2026-2027. Set to be the biggest global K-pop tour of all time, and the largest of their career to date, the run will span 34 regions and 79 shows, featuring first-ever performances in several cities and marking a historic new chapter for the group and their global fanbase, ARMY.
The highly anticipated 70+ date tour, promoted by Live Nation, kicks off Thursday, April 9, with BTS performing for three nights together in Goyang, South Korea before heading to Tokyo, Japan. From there, the tour moves to North America where the group will perform in Tampa, FL for the first time on April 25 and 26, launching the run with back-to-back nights at Raymond James Stadium before continuing across North America, Europe, and the UK. The tour features multi-night stadium stops in all cities including Mexico City, Las Vegas, London, Paris, East Rutherford, Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles and more.
This fall, BTS will then bring their tour to Latin America and Asia, with stops planned in Bogotá, São Paulo, Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Singapore, and more — including first-ever performances in Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and Kaohsiung. The group will then return to Australia early next year for a run of shows across Melbourne and Sydney. Venue details and ticket information for the Latin America, Asia, and Australia dates will be shared at a later date.
Notably, the tour will feature a 360-degree, in-the-round stage design — a first for a K-pop stadium tour. The immersive setup places the audience at the center of the experience while allowing for increased capacity at every venue.
These shows mark BTS’ first headline performances as a group since their celebrated 2021–2022 ‘PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE’ tour, which spanned 12 shows across Seoul, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. As one of the first K-pop groups to achieve true global crossover success and shatter attendance and gross records worldwide, BTS continue to redefine what’s possible for the genre with this massive stadium tour.
The BTS World Tour also brings historic firsts across multiple markets. BTS will play Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, TX and Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA — marking the first and largest headline K-pop concerts ever held in both cities. The group will also become just the second musical act to perform at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, CA, following Coldplay’s inaugural shows last year.
Additionally, the tour marks BTS’ first-ever performances in Madrid and Brussels, the first K-pop shows at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX and M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, and the group’s debut at London’s iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, further cementing the tour as one of the most significant tours of 2026.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting Thursday, January 22 via ARMY MEMBERSHIP PRESALE with select dates on presale Friday, January 23. Remaining tickets will be available via general onsale beginning Saturday, January 24 at LiveNation.com. Presale and onsale times vary by market, check your local listings for more information.
ARMY MEMBERSHIP holders (US or GLOBAL) must register for the Presale on Weverse by January 18 at 3:00 PM PT / 6:00 PM ET / 11:00 PM GMT / January 19 at 12:00 AM CET in order for their membership to be verified. Presale access varies by membership type. For more information, see HERE.
Only ARMY MEMBERSHIP holders who register in advance will be eligible to join the queue and access the presale. When prompted, a 9-digit ARMY MEMBERSHIP number (starting with BA) must be entered to unlock access to tickets.
- For shows in the US, Canada, and Mexico, either a US or GLOBAL membership number may be used (if both are held, the US membership number should be used).
- For shows in the UK and Europe, a GLOBAL membership number must be used.
US Membership or Global Membership holders may register for up to three cities in North America. Registration is limited to three North America cities per Weverse ID (email address), regardless of whether that email is linked to both a US and Global Membership. Only one email address may be used per person.
It is strongly encouraged to have one’s ARMY MEMBERSHIP number saved somewhere easily accessible prior to the sale.
The Weverse ID (email address) associated with the ARMY MEMBERSHIP must match the email associated with the account holder’s Ticketmaster account. If the emails do not match, it will not be possible to join the queue. Existing members whose emails differ must update their Ticketmaster email by January 18 at 3:00 PM PT / 6:00 PM ET / 11:00 PM GMT / January 19 at 12:00 AM CET. Those without a Ticketmaster account must create one using the same email tied to their ARMY MEMBERSHIP.
For more details about the ARMY MEMBERSHIP PRESALE, head to BTSWORLDTOUROFFICIAL.COM.
| Date | City, ST | Venue | Presale Date | Presale & Onsale Start Time (Local Venue Time Zone) |
| 4/25/2026 | Tampa, FL | Raymond James Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM EST |
| 4/26/2026 | Tampa, FL | Raymond James Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM EST |
| 5/2/2026 | El Paso, TX | Sun Bowl Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM MT |
| 5/3/2026 | El Paso, TX | Sun Bowl Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM MT |
| 5/7/2026 | Mexico City, MX | Estadio GNP Seguros | January 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM CST |
| 5/9/2026 | Mexico City, MX | Estadio GNP Seguros | January 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM CST |
| 5/10/26 | Mexico City, MX | Estadio GNP Seguros | January 23, 2026 | 9:00 AM CST |
| 5/16/2026 | Stanford, CA | Stanford Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM PST |
| 5/17/2026 | Stanford, CA | Stanford Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM PST |
| 5/23/2026 | Las Vegas, NV | Allegiant Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM PST |
| 5/24/2026 | Las Vegas, NV | Allegiant Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM PST |
| 5/27/2026 | Las Vegas, NV | Allegiant Stadium | January 23, 2026 | 1:00 PM PST |
| 6/26/2026 | Madrid, ES | Riyadh Air Metropolitano | January 22, 2026 | 2:00 PM CET |
| 6/27/2026 | Madrid, ES | Riyadh Air Metropolitano | January 22, 2026 | 2:00 PM CET |
| 7/1/2026 | Brussels, BE | King Baudouin Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM CET |
| 7/2/2026 | Brussels, BE | King Baudouin Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM CET |
| 7/6/2026 | London, UK | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM GMT |
| 7/7/2026 | London, UK | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM GMT |
| 7/11/2026 | Munich, DE | Allianz Arena | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM CET |
| 7/12/2026 | Munich, DE | Allianz Arena | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM CET |
| 7/17/2026 | Paris, FR | Stade de France | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM CET |
| 7/18/2026 | Paris, FR | Stade de France | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM CET |
| 8/1/2026 | East Rutherford, NJ | MetLife Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM EST |
| 8/2/2026 | East Rutherford, NJ | MetLife Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM EST |
| 8/5/2026 | Foxborough, MA | Gillette Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM EST |
| 8/6/2026 | Foxborough, MA | Gillette Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM EST |
| 8/10/2026 | Baltimore, MD | M&T Bank Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM EST |
| 8/11/2026 | Baltimore, MD | M&T Bank Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM EST |
| 8/15/2026 | Arlington, TX | AT&T Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM CST |
| 8/16/2026 | Arlington, TX | AT&T Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM CST |
| 8/22/2026 | Toronto, ON | Rogers Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM EST |
| 8/23/2026 | Toronto, ON | Rogers Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM EST |
| 8/27/2026 | Chicago, IL | Soldier Field | January 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM CST |
| 8/28/2026 | Chicago, IL | Soldier Field | January 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM CST |
| 9/1/2026 | Los Angeles, CA | SoFi Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM PST |
| 9/2/2026 | Los Angeles, CA | SoFi Stadium | January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM PST |
| 9/5/2026 | Los Angeles, CA | SoFi Stadium | January 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM PST |
| 9/6/2026 | Los Angeles, CA | SoFi Stadium | January 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM PST |
BTS WORLD TOUR 2026 & 2027 DATES:
Thu Apr 9 — Goyang — Goyang Stadium
Sat Apr 11 — Goyang — Goyang Stadium
Sun Apr 12 — Goyang — Goyang Stadium
Fri Apr 17 — Tokyo — Tokyo Dome
Sat Apr 18 — Tokyo — Tokyo Dome
Sat Apr 25 — Tampa, FL — Raymond James Stadium
Sun Apr 26 — Tampa, FL — Raymond James Stadium
Sat May 2 — El Paso, TX — Sun Bowl Stadium
Sun May 3 — El Paso, TX — Sun Bowl Stadium
Thu May 7 — Mexico City, MX — Estadio GNP Seguros
Sat May 9 — Mexico City, MX — Estadio GNP Seguros
Sun May 10 — Mexico City, MX — Estadio GNP Seguros
Sat May 16 — Stanford, CA — Stanford Stadium
Sun May 17 — Stanford, CA — Stanford Stadium
Sat May 23 — Las Vegas, NV — Allegiant Stadium
Sun May 24 — Las Vegas, NV — Allegiant Stadium
Sun May 27 — Las Vegas, NV — Allegiant Stadium
Fri Jun 12 — Busan — Busan Asiad Stadium
Sat Jun 13 — Busan — Busan Asiad Stadium
Fri Jun 26 — Madrid, ES — Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Sat Jun 27 — Madrid, ES — Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Wed Jul 1 — Brussels, BE — King Baudouin Stadium
Thu Jul 2 — Brussels, BE — King Baudouin Stadium
Mon Jul 6 — London, UK — Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Tue Jul 7 — London, UK — Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Sat Jul 11 — Munich, DE — Allianz Arena
Sun Jul 12 — Munich, DE — Allianz Arena
Fri Jul 17 — Paris, FR — Stade de France
Sat Jul 18 — Paris, FR — Stade de France
Sat Aug 1 — East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium
Sun Aug 2 — East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium
Wed Aug 5 — Foxborough, MA — Gillette Stadium
Thu Aug 6 — Foxborough, MA — Gillette Stadium
Mon Aug 10 — Baltimore, MD — M&T Bank Stadium
Tue Aug 11 — Baltimore, MD — M&T Bank Stadium
Sat Aug 15 — Arlington, TX — AT&T Stadium
Sun Aug 16 — Arlington, TX — AT&T Stadium
Sat Aug 22 — Toronto, ON — Rogers Stadium
Sun Aug 23 — Toronto, ON — Rogers Stadium
Thu Aug 27 — Chicago, IL — Soldier Field
Fri Aug 28 — Chicago, IL — Soldier Field
Tue Sep 1 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium
Wed Sep 2 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium
Sat Sep 5 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium
Sun Sep 6— Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium
Fri Oct 2 — Bogota, CL*
Sat Oct 3 — Bogota, CL*
Fri Oct 9 — Lima, PE*
Sat Oct 10 — Lima, PE*
Fri Oct 16 — Santiago, CL*
Sat Oct 17 — Santiago, CL*
Fri Oct 23 — Buenos Aires, AR*
Sat Oct 24 — Buenos Aires, AR*
Wed Oct 28 — São Paulo, BR*
Fri Oct 30 — São Paulo, BR*
Sat Oct 31 — São Paulo, BR*
Thu Nov 19 — Kaohsiung*
Sat Nov 21 — Kaohsiung*
Sun Nov 22 — Kaohsiung*
Thu Dec 03 — Bangkok*
Sat Dec 05 — Bangkok*
Sun Dec 06 — Bangkok*
Sat Dec 12 — Kuala Lumpur*
Sun Dec 13 — Kuala Lumpur*
Thu Dec 17 — Singapore*
Sat Dec 19 — Singapore*
Sun Dec 20 — Singapore*
Tue Dec 22 — Singapore*
Sat Dec 26 — Jakarta*
Sun Dec 27 — Jakarta*
Fri Feb 12 — Melbourne, AU*
Sat Feb 13 — Melbourne, AU*
Sat Feb 20 — Sydney, AU*
Sun Feb 21 — Sydney, AU*
Thu Mar 04 — Hong Kong*
Sat Mar 06 — Hong Kong*
Sun Mar 07 — Hong Kong*
Sat Mar 13 — Manila*
Sun Mar 14 — Manila*
*Venue and onsale information to be revealed at a later date.
BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” are a GRAMMY-nominated South Korean boyband that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and the way they interact with their fans, the band has established themselves as 21st century pop icons breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, the band has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), collected six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020, and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. They were also named TIME’s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS are 5-time GRAMMY nominees (63rd to 65th GRAMMY Awards) and have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Awards. In June 2025, BTS were fully reunited as all seven members returned from their military service. The band will unveil new music in the spring of 2026, signaling a return set to be etched in pop culture history.
Grupo Bryndis, Industria Del Amor, And Guardianes Del Amor Unite For The Historic “Romanticos Forever Tour 2026”
Three renowned names in Mexican music, Grupo Bryndis, Industria Del Amor, and Guardianes Del Amor are joining forces for the “Romanticos Forever Tour 2026,” a 2026 U.S. run that marks the first full U.S. tour in their history, both together and individually. After years of performing club-style shows across the country, the groups will now take the stage in some of the largest venues they have ever played in the States.
During their peak in the 1980s and 90s, Bryndis, Industria, and Guardianes stood at the forefront of the grupero movement, shaping an entire era of Mexican music with their distinctive sound, storytelling, and timeless romantic ballads. Their influence spans generations, uniting fans who grew up with their music and a new wave discovering the genre’s resurgence today.
Promoted by Live Nation, the Románticos Tour will bring the bands to major cities across the country, beginning April 4 in San Jose, CA, with stops in Los Angeles, El Paso, Denver, New York, Atlanta, Houston, and more before concluding June 5 in Indianapolis, IN. It is the first time in their careers that all three groups will tour together and the first time any of them will headline a U.S. tour of this scale.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with the general on sale beginning Thursday, January 15 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com.
VIP: The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, invitation to the pre-show soundcheck, Meet & Greet and individual photo op with Grupo Bryndis, autographed VIP poster & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
ROMÁNTICOS FOREVER TOUR 2026 DATES
*Non Live Nation Dates
Sat Apr 04 | San Jose, CA | San Jose Civic
Fri Apr 10 | Inglewood, CA | YouTube Theater (Los Angeles)
*Sat Apr 11 | Phoenix, AZ | Celebrity Theatre
Sun Apr 12 | El Cajon, CA | The Magnolia
Sat Apr 18 | El Paso, TX | Abraham Chavez Theatre
Fri Apr 24 | Denver, CO | Paramount Theatre
Fri May 08 | New York, NY | Palladium Times Square
Sun May 17 | Atlanta, GA | Coca-Cola Roxy
Fri May 22 | Irving, TX | The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (Dallas)
Sat May 23 | San Antonio, TX | The Aztec Theatre
Fri May 29 | Hidalgo, TX | Payne Arena
Sat May 30 | Houston, TX | 713 Music Hall
Fri Jun 05 | Indianapolis, IN | Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
*Tickets for the Phoenix concert date on Apr. 11 can be purchased at Celebritytheatre.com.
Madison Beer Announces ‘the locket tour’ Across North America, Europe, And The United Kingdom
Two-time GRAMMY-nominated and platinum-selling artist Madison Beer announces the locket tour. With stops throughout North America, Europe, and the UK, this tour marks the first time her forthcoming new album, locket, will be played live for the masses. locket releases this Friday, January 16 and is available for presave now HERE. Madison’s locket tour will be promoted by Live Nation.
This spring and summer Madison visits major cities around the globe including Berlin, Paris, London, Los Angeles and New York with support from Isabel LaRosa on the Europe and UK shows, thủy on the North America leg, and Lulu Simon on all dates. The run of shows come to a close on July 13 with a homecoming performance at the legendary Madison Square Garden. For a full run of dates and purchasing info, please read below.
Madison’s upcoming studio album, locket, is set for release on Epic Records this Friday, January 16, 2026. Written and co-produced by Beer, the album is her most exciting, visceral collection of songs to date and firmly plants the flag as one of the marquee pop records to rule 2026. Fans can presave locket HERE.
The album features her widely new singles “yes baby” and “bittersweet.” “yes baby,” soared to #1 on Billboard’s Dance Airplay chart while “bittersweet” emerged as a breakout moment for Beer, becoming her fastest song to enter Top 40 radio and earning her career debut on Billboard’s Hot 100. The single became a defining live moment with performances at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show—where the YouTube livestream peaked at 2.5M viewers during her set—and Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.
TICKETS – NORTH AMERICA: Fans can sign up now at madisonbeer.com/live to access the Seated registration presale beginning on Friday, January 16 at 10am local time. A Citi presale will also begin at 10am local time (details below). The general onsale will begin Wednesday, January 21 at 10am local time. at madisonbeer.com/live.
- Citi is the official card of the locket tour in North America. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Friday, January 16 at 10am local time until Tuesday, January 20 at 10pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit citientertainment.com.
TICKETS – EUROPE/UK: To participate in the Madison Beer Pre-order presale on Monday, January 19 at 10am local time, you can pre-order the album via her store HERE until Sunday, January 18 at 3pm GMT , codes will be distributed via email. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Wednesday, January 21 at 10am local time at madisonbeer.com/live.
- Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in the Netherlands, France and Belgium. Mastercard presale starts Monday, January 19 at 10am local and ends Wednesday, January 21 at 9am local. Preferred ticket access to some of the best tickets are available in the UK and aforementioned countries from Wednesday, January 21 at 10am local. Check out com/music for details.
Madison Beer: the locket tour 2026 dates:
Mon May 11 – Kraków, PL – TAURON Arena Kraków+*
Wed May 13 – Vienna, AT – Marx Halle+*
Thu May 14 – Munich, DE – Zenith+*
Fri May 15 – Düsseldorf, DE – Mitsubishi Electric Halle+*
Sun May 17 – Hamburg, DE – Sporthalle Hamburg+*
Tue May 19 – Berlin, DE – Max-Schmeling-Halle+*
Thu May 21 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome+*
Fri May 22 – Paris, FR – Adidas Arena+*
Sun May 24 – Madrid, ES – Palacio Vistalegre+*
Tue May 26 – Barcelona, ES – Sant Jordi Club+*
Thu May 28 – Antwerp, BE – Lotto Arena+*
Sat May 30 – London, UK – The O2+*
Sun May 31 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live+*
Mon Jun 8 – Austin, TX – Moody Center^*
Tue Jun 9 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory^*
Sat Jun 13 – Las Vegas, NV – Fontainebleau Las Vegas^*
Mon Jun 15 – Vancouver, BC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre^*
Tue Jun 16 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre^*
Sat Jun 20 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre^*
Sun Jun 21 – San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square at Petco Park^*
Tue Jun 23 – San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium^*
Wed Jun 24 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum^*
Mon Jun 29 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom^*
Wed Jul 01 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy^*
Thu Jul 02 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live^*
Sun Jul 05 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater^*
Mon Jul 06 – Washington, DC – The Anthem^*
Tue Jul 07 – Philadelphia, PA – The Met Philadelphia Presented by Highmark^*
Thu Jul 09 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre^*
Fri Jul 10 – Toronto, ON – Coca-Cola Coliseum^*
Sun Jul 12 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway^*
Mon Jul 13 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden^*
+With Isabel LaRosa
^With thủy
*With Lulu Simon
Salik Recharge Voucher and Smart Balance Control in the UAE
By Mitch Rice
Salik is part of everyday driving, and balance management must be simple, predictable, and fast. A salik recharge voucher is designed for this exact purpose. The voucher model works well for residents, visitors, and business fleets.
From a service perspective, vouchers are valued for their stability. They are not tied to banking hours or card limits. Once activated, the balance is applied to the Salik account and becomes available for use. This approach fits real driving habits, where delays at toll gates are not an option. Drivers expect the system to work silently in the background, and vouchers support that expectation.
How digital Salik recharge works in real use
The recharge process follows a clear logic and does not require technical knowledge. The focus is on speed and accuracy, not on unnecessary steps. The service flow is designed to feel natural, not automated.
Typical use includes:
- selecting a recharge amount that matches driving frequency
- add the voucher to the Salik account
- continue travel
Fixed voucher price, helps to track monthly expenses. This is especially relevant for families and small businesses that use multiple vehicles. The system simply works when needed. And it is very convenient and useful.
Salik services are delivered with attention to timing and user control. Our platform paynet.red has a very user-friendly interface, and every user can easily buy a voucher and top up their balance. All you need to do is register and choose the voucher you need. On our website you will find vouchers with denominations of 50, 100 and 200.
Why drivers prefer voucher-based Salik top ups
User behavior shows a clear preference for simple solutions. Vouchers are chosen because they are useful and predictable.
Why drivers choose vouchers:
- no need to store card details or personal banking data
- instant balance availability after activation
- convenient for residents’ cars and tourists’ vehicles
From an operational view, Salik recharge must stay invisible. Drivers should not think about tolls while driving. Voucher-based recharges support that mindset.
As part of its Salik service offering, paynet.red focuses on simple, useful value. Our platform is easy to use and suitable for both residents and tourists. There’s no need for complicated technical documentation. All you need to do to top up your account is log in or register on the website, select the desired voucher, pay securely, receive a 12-digit code by email, and enter this code into your Salik account. Our platform is very useful and convenient for mobile phone users, as all the necessary solutions are located in one place.
Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.