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Dermot Kennedy Announces Extensive Fall North American Tour
Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Dermot Kennedy has announced an extensive 32-date North American fall tour, promoted by Live Nation. The run kicks off September 4th in Minneapolis and wraps October 29 in Vancouver, BC, with support from Jonah Kagen, with Hunter Metts on select dates.
Tickets will first be available via artist presale beginning Thursday, April 2 at 12pm PT. Fans can register now through Monday, March 30th at 2pm PT at https://dermotkennedy.club.os.fan/na-unlock. General on-sale will begin Friday, April 3 at 12pm local time at DermotKennedy.com.
Known for his passionate and powerful live performances, Kennedy will perform at iconic venues across the U.S. and Canada, including Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, Los Angeles’ Greek Theatre and Forest Hills Stadium in New York among others. Dermot will also be playing across the UK and Europe starting in May, and marks his largest run across that region to date including a return to London’s O2 on June 5th. All tour dates listed below.
Dermot’s anticipated album The Weight of the Woods drops April 3rd on Interscope Records. Ahead of if its release, several tracks have been unveiled including most recently, “Honest,” the anthemic, passionate lead single“Funeral,” and the stunning track “Refuge.”
In the run-up to album release, Dermot recently surprised fans at intimate pop-up shows in both Los Angeles and New York City, with more up-close-and-personal shows happening currently at record stores in the UK. The fortunate attendees in the U.S. were treated to a mix of originals and thrilling covers, with NYC’s event landing fittingly on St. Patrick’s Day – watch a clip HERE. It was also just announced that Dermot will perform at the UK’s Radio 1’s Big Weekend on May 24th, alongside Olivia Dean among others on the main stage.
The Weight of the Woods was largely written and recorded at a studio near Kennedy’s home in rural Ireland, alongside close collaborator Gabe Simon [Noah Kahan, Lana Del Rey]. Additional material for the album was also recorded at Simon’s studio in Nashville. Across its fourteen tracks, the album’s poetry and music draw inspiration, energy, and strength from Kennedy’s native Ireland.
EUROPE AND UK HEADLINE TOUR 2026
May 11 – Copenhagen, Denmark, Falkonersalen – SOLD OUT
May 12 – Stockholm, Sweden, Annexet
May 14 – Hamburg, Germany, Barclays Arena
May 15 – Berlin, Germany, Max-Schmeling-Halle
May 17 – Zurich, Switzerland, Halle 622
May 18 – Paris, France, L’Olympia
May 20 – Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Rockhal
May 21 – Brussels, Belgium, Forest National
May 23 – Munich, Germany, Zenith
May 24 – Vienna, Austria, Gasometer
May 26 – Dusseldorf, Germany, Mitsubishi Electric Halle
May 27 – Amsterdam, Netherlands, AFAS Live
May 29 – Glasgow, UK, OVO Hydro
May 30 – Manchester, UK, AO Arena
Jun 1 – Cardiff, UK, Utilita Arena
Jun 2 – Leeds, UK, First Direct Bank Arena
Jun 4 – Birmingham, UK, Utilita Arena
Jun 5 – London, UK, The O2
July 11 – Dublin, Ireland, Aviva Stadium – SOLD OUT
July 12 – Dublin, Ireland, Aviva Stadium
NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TOUR 2026
Support by Jonah Kagen / except where indicated *support by Hunter Metts
Sep 4 – Minneapolis, MN, The Armory*
Sep 5 – Milwaukee, WI, Landmark Credit Union Live*
Sep 8 – Indianapolis, IN, Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
Sep 9 – Maryland Heights, MO, Saint Louis Music Park
Sep 11 – Chicago, IL, Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
Sep 12 – Sterling Heights, MI, Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
Sep 15 – Toronto, ON, RBC Amphitheatre
Sep 16 – Laval, QC, Place Bell
Sep 18 – Boston, MA, MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Sep 21 – Washington, DC, The Anthem
Sep 22 – Philadelphia, PA, Skyline Stage at Highmark Mann
Sep 24 – Gilford, NH, BankNH Pavillion
Sep 26 – Syracuse, NY, Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
Sep 29 – Queens, NY, Forest Hills Stadium
Oct 1 – Richmond, VA, Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
Oct 3 – Charlotte, NC, Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
Oct 4 – Raleigh, NC, The Red Hat Amphitheatre
Oct 6 – Birmingham, AL, Avondale Brewing Company
Oct 8 – Tampa, FL, Yuengling Center
Oct 10 – Atlanta, GA, Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
Oct 11 – Nashville, TN, Ascend Amphitheater
Oct 13 – Austin, TX, Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park
Oct 14 – Irving, TX, The Pavillion at Toyota Music Factory
Oct 16 – Bellevue, CO, Mishawaka Amphitheatre
Oct 17 – Morrison, CO, Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Oct 19 – Los Angeles, CA, Greek Theatre
Oct 21 – Phoenix, AZ, Arizona Financial Theatre
Oct 22 – San Diego, CA, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Oct 24 – San Francisco, CA, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
Oct 26 – Seattle, WA, The Paramount Theatre
Oct 27 – Portland, OR, Theater of the Clouds
Oct 29 – Vancouver, BC, Rogers Arena
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i-dle Release New Single “Crow”
Internationally acclaimed, chart-topping K-pop powerhouse i-dle returns with their striking new single, “Crow,” out now via CUBE Entertainment. The track offers a first glimpse into the group’s highly anticipated forthcoming mini album, We made, arriving July 6. The release is part of an exciting new chapter for the global superstars, who will take the stage at Lollapalooza this summer for one of their biggest U.S. appearances to date.
“Crow” is a powerful, rock-infused anthem that embodies i-dle’s signature confidence and self-determination. Driven by soaring guitars and an unshakable sense of purpose, the track delivers a message of resilience and independence, declaring that the group is no longer guided by fate or chance, but by their own vision and conviction.
“Crow” arrives on the heels of a breakout run for i-dle in the U.S. that has seen the group continue its rapid ascent as a global phenomenon. Following the release of their acclaimed single “Mono,” i-dle landed a digital cover of PAPER Magazine, earning praise for their artistic vision and cultural impact. The group also captivated national audiences with performances on The TODAY Show and The Kelly Clarkson Show, further demonstrating the commanding stage presence and live vocal prowess that have become hallmarks of their success. With a major Lollapalooza appearance and new music on the horizon, i-dle’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
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Olivia Rodrigo Releases Third Studio Album ‘you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love’
Today, GRAMMY Award-Winning, Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo released her third studio album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in loveout now via Geffen Records. Limited-edition merchandise, curated collectibles, vinyl and more are available now.
Listen/buy you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love HERE
Alongside the album, Rodrigo released the official music video for new track “stupid song” out today. Directed by Mitch Ryan and shot in New York City, the video was choreographed by and features Prima Ballerina Tiler Peck and other dancers from the NYC Ballet and American Ballet Theater – watch here.
The first single released from the album “drop dead”, made Rodrigo the first person ever to debut the first 3 singles off their first 3 albums at #1. Listen/watch here. The second single released from the album, “the cure” also hit #1 on several Billboard charts including the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, Hot Alternative Songs, and Alternative Digital Song Sales charts. Listen/watch here.
Last month, Rodrigo took the stage at Spotify’s Billions Club Live, celebrating the milestone of nine songs surpassing one billion streams each, cementing her place among the platform’s most-streamed artists. The concert film is available on the platform now. Rodrigo also performed a surprise live set at Primavera Sound, debuting her new song “what’s wrong with me” featuring Robert Smith of The Cure.
Rodrigo recently announced The Unraveled Tour kicking off in September, quickly selling out globally with over 1 million tickets sold, added stops due to demand, and breaking several venue records. The tour was originally announced with four dates in Brooklyn and quickly expanded to a massive 10-show residency at Barclays Center. Rodrigo also set the venue performance record at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome, bringing the total to an historic 10 dates, establishing a new venue benchmark. At London’s O2 with 11 nights set to perform, Rodrigo joins an elite group of artists who have reached double-digit residencies at the venue including Prince, The Spice Girls, One Direction, Ariana Grande, Elton John, and Rihanna.
you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love Tracklist:
girl so in love (SIDE A)
1. drop dead
2. stupid song
3. honeybee
4. maggots for brains
5. u + me = <3
6. my way
7. purple
you seem pretty sad (SIDE B)
8. the cure
9. begged
10. what’s wrong with me (feat. Robert Smith of The Cure)
11. less
12. expectations
13. cigarette smoke
THE UNRAVELED TOUR 2026/2027 DATES:
Fri, Sep 25 — Hartford, CT — PeoplesBank Arena+
Sat, Sep 26 — Hartford, CT — PeoplesBank Arena+
Tue, Sep 29 — Pittsburgh, PA — PPG Paints Arena+
Wed, Sep 30 — Pittsburgh, PA — PPG Paints Arena+
Sat, Oct 3 — Washington, DC — Capital One Arena+
Sun, Oct 4 — Washington, DC — Capital One Arena+
Wed, Oct 7 — Charlotte, NC — Spectrum Center+
Thu, Oct 8 — Charlotte, NC — Spectrum Center+
Sun, Oct 11 — Chicago, IL — United Center+
Mon, Oct 12 — Chicago, IL — United Center+
Thu, Oct 15 — Boston, MA — TD Garden+
Sat, Oct 17 — Boston, MA — TD Garden+
Sun, Oct 18 — Boston, MA — TD Garden+ – ADDED DATE
Wed, Oct 21 — Montreal, QC — Bell Centre+
Thu, Oct 22 — Montreal, QC — Bell Centre+
Mon, Oct 26 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena+
Tue, Oct 27 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena+
Thu, Oct 29 — Columbus, OH — Schottenstein Center+
Fri, Oct 30 — Columbus, OH — Schottenstein Center+
Sat, Nov 7 — Philadelphia, PA — Xfinity Mobile Arena^
Sun, Nov 8 — Philadelphia, PA — Xfinity Mobile Arena^
Wed, Nov 11 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena^
Thu, Nov 12 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena^
Sun, Nov 15 — Orlando, FL — Kia Center^
Mon, Nov 16 — Orlando, FL — Kia Center^
Thu, Nov 19 — Sunrise, FL — Amerant Bank Arena^
Fri, Nov 20 — Sunrise, FL — Amerant Bank Arena^
Mon, Nov 23 — Nashville, TN — Bridgestone Arena^
Tue, Nov 24 — Nashville, TN — Bridgestone Arena^
Tue, Dec 1 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena^
Wed, Dec 2 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena^
Mon, Dec 7 — Seattle, WA — Climate Pledge Arena^
Tue, Dec 8 — Seattle, WA — Climate Pledge Arena^
Fri, Dec 11 — Oakland, CA — Oakland Arena^
Sat, Dec 12 — Oakland, CA — Oakland Arena^
Tue, Dec 15 — Sacramento, CA — Golden 1 Center^
Wed, Dec 16 — Sacramento, CA — Golden 1 Center^
Sat, Dec 19 — Las Vegas, NV — T-Mobile Arena^
Sun, Dec 20 — Las Vegas, NV — T-Mobile Arena^
Tue, Jan 12 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^
Wed, Jan 13 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^
Sat, Jan 16 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^
Sun, Jan 17 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^
Wed, Jan 20 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^ – ADDED DATE
Thu, Jan 21 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^ – ADDED DATE
Sun, Jan 24 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^ – ADDED DATE
Mon, Jan 25 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^ – ADDED DATE
Thu, Jan 28 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^ – ADDED DATE
Fri, Jan 29 — Los Angeles, CA — Intuit Dome#^ – ADDED DATE
Thu, Feb 11 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^
Fri, Feb 12 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^
Mon, Feb 15 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^
Tue, Feb 16 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^
Fri, Feb 19 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^ – ADDED DATE
Sat, Feb 20 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^ – ADDED DATE
Tue, Feb 23 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^ – ADDED DATE
Wed, Feb 24 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^ – ADDED DATE
Sat, Feb 27 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^ – ADDED DATE
Sun, Feb 28 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center#^ – ADDED DATE
Fri, Mar 19 — Stockholm, Sweden — Avicii Arena~
Sat, Mar 20 — Stockholm, Sweden — Avicii Arena~
Tue, Mar 23 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Ziggo Dome~
Wed, Mar 24 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Ziggo Dome~
Sat, Mar 27 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Ziggo Dome~ – ADDED DATE
Sun, Mar 28 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Ziggo Dome~ – ADDED DATE
Thu, Apr 1 — Munich, Germany — Olympiahalle~
Fri, Apr 2 — Munich, Germany — Olympiahalle~
Mon, Apr 5 — London, UK — The O2~
Tue, Apr 6 — London, UK — The O2~
Thu, Apr 8 — London, UK — The O2~
Fri, Apr 9 — London, UK — The O2~
Mon, Apr 12 — London, UK — The O2~ – ADDED DATE
Wed, Apr 14 — London, UK — The O2= – ADDED DATE
Thu, Apr 15 — London, UK — The O2= – ADDED DATE
Mon, Apr 19 — London, UK — The O2= – ADDED DATE
Tue, Apr 20 — London, UK — The O2= – ADDED DATE
Fri, Apr 23 — Paris, France — La Defense Arena=
Sat, Apr 24 — Paris, France — La Defense Arena= – ADDED DATE
Tue, Apr 27 — Milan, Italy — Unipol Dome=
Wed, Apr 28 — Milan, Italy — Unipol Dome=
Sat, May 1 — Barcelona, Spain — Palau Sant Jordi=
Sun, May 2 — Barcelona, Spain — Palau Sant Jordi=
Wed, May 5 — Barcelona, Spain — Palau Sant Jordi= – ADDED DATE
Thu, May 6 — Barcelona, Spain — Palau Sant Jordi= – ADDED DATE
Sun, May 9 — London, UK — The O2= – ADDED DATE
Mon, May 10 — London, UK — The O2= – ADDED DATE
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^ Devon Again
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