Concert update: Leon Bridges & Charley Crockett, Better Lovers, Daniel Avery, Speed
Leon Bridges & Charley Crockett (photo by Ace Torie)
A recent announcement on tour news reveals a variety of exciting upcoming events for music lovers. Better Lovers have shared their plans for a late fall tour leading up to BLISSMAS ’25, featuring guests like Soul Blind, Johnny Booth, and Hong Kong F*** You. Notably, the band will be joined by Atomic Rule, a new project from former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams, at two shows, bringing together most of ETID’s final lineup.
Another highlight is the co-headline tour of Leon Bridges and Charley Crockett, named “The Crooner & The Cowboy,” which kicked off in Milwaukee and is set to arrive in NYC on September 4 at Forest Hills Stadium. This show will also feature Reyna Tropical and Honky Tonkin’ in Queens, promising an unforgettable evening of live music.
Hip hop artist Playboi Carti has recently dropped his new album, “Music,” in March and announced the Antagonist Tour to support the new release. The tour lineup includes Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely, Homixide Gang, and Apollo Red, offering fans a chance to experience Carti’s latest tracks in a live setting.
On the other hand, Irish rap trio Kneecap has decided to cancel all US dates on their fall tour, while Canadian shows are still on schedule. Additionally, Speed, MSPAINT, and End It are set to headline a show at Xanadu in Brooklyn after wrapping up supporting Turnstile on the road.
Electronic music fans can look forward to seeing Daniel Avery at various DJ gigs, including a performance at NYC’s Basement on September 5. The event will also feature Justine Perry, Lydo, Zombies in Miami, and other talented artists spinning tunes until the early hours of the morning.
For those interested in discovering new music, Iceland Airwaves has unveiled its full 2025 lineup, promising an eclectic mix of bands from Iceland and beyond. Meanwhile, The Besnard Lakes have announced North American fall tour dates in support of their upcoming album, “The Besnard Lakes are the Ghost Nation,” with shows scheduled in both Canada and the US East Coast.
Metalcore and deathcore fans can mark their calendars for The Acacia Strain’s annual two-day holiday extravaganza, “Tune Low Die Slow Ho Ho,” in Albany in December. The lineup features a diverse range of bands, including Skinless, Fuming Mouth, Gates To Hell, Full of Hell, On Broken Wings, Jivebomb, and more.
In conclusion, the music scene is buzzing with excitement as various artists and bands gear up for upcoming tours and releases. Whether you’re a fan of indie, hip hop, electronic, or metalcore, there’s something for everyone to look forward to in the coming months. Check out the Tour Dates category for more details on these and other upcoming events.