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Jelly Roll & Friends Give Back to First Responders at Historic Rose Bowl Stadium Concert

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Tonight, music took center stage at the legendary Rose Bowl Stadium as Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Jelly Roll and Live Nation held A Concert for All First Responders with a historic crowd of nearly 16,000 emergency personnel, including more than 1,000 incarcerated firefighters from across California. Live Nation partnered with Jelly Roll on the special event to cover costs associated with the show and, with support from the Rose Bowl Stadium, helped produce the concert to thank wildfire first responders.

Jelly Roll shared from stage, “I want you to know that you are here tonight because you are a hero or you are a loved one of a hero. And I knew the moment I was watching this go down all the way in Tennessee in my house, I thought if I got a chance to go to California I was gonna play music to everyone who worked their ass off for the last 2 months trying to keep the rest of this place safe. Thank y’all for having me tonight – this is awesome!”

Over the 2+ hour show, Jelly Roll invited a legendary lineup of guest artists, including Nate Smith, Lainey Wilson, Shinedown, Marshmello, and Public Enemy to share the stage, creating an unforgettable 30-song setlist for the free event. The heartfelt and star-studded night included audience members from California Professional Fire Fighters, National Guard, California Conservation Corps, CDCR (incarcerated firefighters and staff), LAPD, LA Sheriff’s Department, Pasadena PD, Sierra Madre PD, Arcadia PD, Angels National Forest, Ventura Training Center, and FirstTix members along with their families.

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: GUESTS ATTEND JELLY ROLL & FRIENDS: A CONCERT FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AT ROSE BOWL STADIUM ON FEBRUARY 01, 2025 IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA. (PHOTO BY AMY SUSSMAN/GETTY IMAGES FOR JELLY ROLL)

“Music has the power to bring joy and healing, and we’re honored to partner with Jelly Roll to offer that to those who’ve served the Los Angeles community during the devastating wildfires and the rebuilding process,” said Geni Lincoln, President of California, Live Nation Concerts. 

To kick off the night, Jelly Roll performed his chart-topping hits including “Liar”, “Son of a Sinner”, current Grammy nominated hit “I Am Not Okay”, “Need a Favor”, and more. He then began to invite special guests to share the stage, surprising fans with powerful duets and surprise collaborations such as “Whiskey On You” with Nate Smith and “Second Chance” with Shinedown. 

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: (L-R) JELLY ROLL AND NATE SMITH PERFORM ONSTAGE DURING JELLY ROLL & FRIENDS: A CONCERT FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AT ROSE BOWL STADIUM ON FEBRUARY 01, 2025 IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA. (PHOTO BY AMY SUSSMAN/GETTY IMAGES FOR JELLY ROLL)

Both Public Enemy and Marshmello took the stage for performances of “Fight the Power” and “Happier” respectively along with their other hits. 

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: (L-R) CHUCK D AND FLAVOR FLAV OF PUBLIC ENEMY PERFORM ONSTAGE DURING JELLY ROLL & FRIENDS: A CONCERT FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AT ROSE BOWL STADIUM ON FEBRUARY 01, 2025 IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA. (PHOTO BY AMY SUSSMAN/GETTY IMAGES FOR JELLY ROLL)

The show culminated in a duet performance from Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson performing their Grammy nominated hit “Save Me” in addition to three other songs. 

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: (L-R) LAINEY WILSON AND JELLY ROLL PERFORM ONSTAGE DURING JELLY ROLL & FRIENDS: A CONCERT FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AT ROSE BOWL STADIUM ON FEBRUARY 01, 2025 IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA. (PHOTO BY AMY SUSSMAN/GETTY IMAGES FOR JELLY ROLL)

The event was more than just a concert—it was a night to give back and recognize firefighters, law enforcement, and emergency responders who dedicated their lives to protect and serve the community. 

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: GUESTS ATTEND JELLY ROLL & FRIENDS: A CONCERT FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AT ROSE BOWL STADIUM ON FEBRUARY 01, 2025 IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA. (PHOTO BY AMY SUSSMAN/GETTY IMAGES FOR JELLY ROLL)

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Young Miko Announces the ‘Late Checkout Tour’

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GRAMMY®-nominated global artist Young Miko announces her “Late Checkout Tour.” The 31-date tour will span 11 countries, marking her most ambitious tour to date, the first time Young Miko will embark on an arena tour, and aligning with the defining moment she is experiencing in her career. Promoted by Live Nation, the tour kicks off July 3 at Roskilde Festival in Denmark, launching a European festival run before she heads to Mexico for a major stretch in September. From there, she will close out the year across key U.S. markets including Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Orlando, New York, and Los Angeles, marking her most expansive international routing to date. See full routing and ticketing information below.

The announcement arrives at a time when Young Miko has firmly established herself at the forefront of global music. Her sophomore album “Do Not Disturb” debuted at No. 3 on Spotify’s Top Albums Debut USA and No. 4 globally, while also landing on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart. Standout track “WASSUP” achieved global viral success and earned a spot on prestigious year-end lists, including Rolling Stone’s 100 Best Songs of 2025, while “Likey Likey” continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. That growing cultural impact was further recognized at the 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, where she was honored with Outstanding Music Artist.

Fans first got a taste of Young Miko’s arena presence last year when she joined Billie Eilish’s HIT ME HARD AND SOFT TOUR as an opening act for eight select dates in key markets including Orlando, Philadelphia, and New York. Shortly after, she made her arena headlining debut in her native Puerto Rico, announcing her first-ever headline show at the iconic Coliseo de Puerto Rico. The show sold out in just 90 minutes, leading to a second date being added, with both nights selling out. Beyond music, she has expanded her cultural impact in meaningful ways, most recently partnering with GAP for the brand’s “Sweats Like This” campaign. As the face of its first-ever Spanish-language campaign and the first openly queer Latina to star in a GAP campaign. With each milestone, Young Miko continues to shape the sound, style, and direction of a new generation, solidifying her role as one of the most influential voices in global music today.

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with presales beginning on Tuesday, April 7 at 10 AM local time. Additional presales will run throughout ahead of the general onsale beginning on FridayApril 10 at 10 AM local time at LiveNation.com.

CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the Late Checkout Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, April 7 at 10AM local time until Thurs., April 9 at 11:59PM local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

VERIZON PRESALE:Verizon will offer customers an exclusive presale for the Late Checkout Tour in the U.S – no strings attached, simply for being a Verizon customer. The presale for select shows runs from Tuesday, April 7 at 10AM local time until Thurs., April 9 at 11:59PM local time. Visit myAccess in the My Verizon app for more details. Learn more about Verizon Access here.

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, Meet & Greet and individual photo with Young Miko, invitation to the pre-show Young Miko soundcheck, exclusive access to the pre-show VIP lounge La Casa Miko & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com!

TOUR DATES FOR THE LATE CHECKOUT TOUR:

^ General on sale for London on Mon, April 13

Jul 3 – Roskilde, DK – Roskilde Festival
Jul 4 – Nuremberg, DE – Latin Airport Festival
Jul 5 – Cologne, DE – Carlswerk Victoria
Jul 8 – Amsterdam, NL – Melkweg Max
Jul 10 – London, UK – Here at Outernet^
Jul 11 – Málaga, ES – TBA
Jul 12 – Paris, FR – Bataclan
Jul 15 – Montreux, CH – Montreux Jazz Festival
Jul 16 – Bern, CH – Gurtenfestival
Jul 18 – Berlin, DE – Lollapalooza
Jul 19 – Dour, DE – Dour Festival
Jul 23 – Milan, IT – Magnolia Club
Jul 25 – Coruña, ES – Morriña Festival
Jul 27 – València, ES – Far València
Aug 2 – St Charles, IA – Hinterland Music Festival
Sep 17 – Guadalajara, MX – Arena VFG
Sep 19 – Monterrey, MX – Arena Monterrey
Sep 22 – Mexico City, MX – Palacio de los Deportes
Sep 25 – Merida, MX – Foro GNP
Oct 13 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Oct 15 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center
Oct 17 – Inglewood, CA – Intuit Dome
Oct 18 – Phoenix, AZ – Mortgage Matchup Center
Oct 22 – San Antonio, TX – Freeman Coliseum
Oct 24 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Oct 28 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center
Oct 29 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center
Oct 31 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
Nov 1 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
Nov 4 – Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena
Nov 5 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center

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MONSTA X Announce North American Dates On World Tour [THE X : NEXUS]

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Global superstars MONSTA X today announced North American dates on their 2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR [THE X : NEXUS]. Promoted by Live Nation, the newly added shows kick off Saturday, October 3 in Fairfax, VA at EagleBank Arena, with stops in New York, Boston, Toronto, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping Saturday, October 24 in Seattle, WA at WAMU Theater.

The tour marks the group’s first large-scale outing in four years following their 2022 MONSTA X ‘NO LIMIT’ TOUR and first launched earlier this year with three nights at KSPO DOME in Seoul. Since debuting over a decade ago, MONSTA X have continued to evolve their sound and grow a global fanbase. Throughout [THE X : NEXUS] the group will reaffirm their reputation as trust-worthy performers, delivering their signature style with elevated live vocals and unmatched onstage chemistry.

The 2026 tour celebrates hits from across MONSTA X’s 11-year career while supporting their third full-length English album,《Unfold》released Friday, April 3. Listen to the album HERE. The 10-track project, featuring focus track ‘heal,’ and singles, ‘growing pains,’ and ‘baby blue,’ marks their first U.S. release in over four years and highlights a dynamic blend of pop and ballads.

As the first K-pop group to release three full English albums, MONSTA X continues to push the boundaries of global crossover, solidifying their place as one of the genre’s most internationally resonant acts. At its core, Unfold explores themes of healing and growth, confronting emotional challenges head-on throughout the album’s narrative.

The title [THE X : NEXUS] reflects a bond that goes beyond the long-standing connection between MONSTA X and MONBEBE (their official fanbase), signaling a deeper sense of unity and a new chapter forward. Built on more than a decade of shared growth, the tour represents a key artistic evolution and is set to further strengthen the group’s global impact.

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting Tuesday, April 14 at 3pm local time at LiveNation.com.

2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR [THE X : NEXUS] NORTH AMERICA DATES:

Sat Oct 3 – Fairfax, VA – EagleBank Arena
Tue Oct 6 – New York, NY – Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden
Thu Oct 8 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Sat Oct 10 – Toronto, ON – Great Canadian Toronto
Tue Oct 13 – Rosemont, IL – Rosemont Theatre
Thu Oct 15 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
Sat Oct 17 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
Tue Oct 20 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum
Thu Oct 22 – San Francisco, CA – The Theater at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
Sat Oct 24 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater

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