Live Nation is kicking off the summer concert season with exciting announcements featuring major music acts. Among the highlights are iconic rock band Pantera, Irish rock sensation INHALER, and country music star Brett Young, all set to perform across various venues.
Pantera, renowned for their heavy sound and energetic performances, will bring "The Heaviest Tour of the Summer" to Birmingham, Alabama. Scheduled for September 8, the concert will take place at the new Coca-Cola Amphitheater. Live Nation made it clear how eager fans are for this event, stating, "Tickets for the highly anticipated event will be available for purchase starting this Friday, February 28, at 10 a.m. through LiveNation.com." This concert marks another significant step for Pantera as they make waves again after their reforming.
Meanwhile, Irish rock band INHALER has announced they will be extending their upcoming 'Open Wide' Australia Tour due to overwhelming demand. After selling out their first Melbourne show on June 9, they've added another concert on June 10 at the Forum Melbourne. The tour is set to take place from June 3 to June 10, making stops at major Australian cities including Perth, Brisbane, and Sydney. Live Nation shared, "Tickets to the second Melbourne show go on sale this Thursday, February 27 at 10am local time," reflecting the band’s increasing popularity as they return to Australia after their successful 2024 tour.
This tour promotes their third album, 'Open Wide', which was released on February 7, and follows their previous successes, with their debut album reaching #1 both in the UK and Ireland. After touring alongside renowned bands like Arctic Monkeys and Pearl Jam, INHALER is set for their biggest headlining tour yet, showcasing their evolution as artists and capturing the enthusiasm of rock fans.
Another standout act this summer is American country music star Brett Young, kicking off his 'Back to Basics' Australian Tour with pop-rock artist Sam Fischer as his support act. Young's tour marks his first performance across Australia, coming off sold-out tours throughout the US and Europe. His signature "Caliville" sound, blending West Coast vibes with Southern charm, resonates with fans already. Young boasts seven No. 1 hits, including popular tracks like "Mercy" and "Lady", leading to over 8.1 billion global streams. Live Nation noted his growing acclaim, mentioning, "He boasts seven No. 1 hits, including 'In Case You Didn’t Know', 'Mercy', and 'Lady'." The tour will kick off on May 17 at Metropolis Fremantle and stretch across several Australian cities, with additional dates already sold out.
Starting at Fremantle, the tour will also include shows at the Palais Theatre, Enmore Theatre, and Great Western Hotel, with tickets selling rapidly as anticipation builds. The concert at the Enmore Theatre has been so popular it has prompted Young to schedule another performance on May 22, indicating his strong following down under.
Summer concerts are always highly anticipated events for music lovers, and with Live Nation's lineup this year, fans have every reason to be excited. The mixture of headliners like Pantera, INHALER, and Brett Young highlights not only the diversity of musical genres but also the artists' significant place within their respective styles. Whether you're drawn to the crashing riffs of rock or the heartfelt melodies of country, this summer promises unforgettable live performances. With tickets flying off the shelves, fans are encouraged to grab their spots for what will surely be memorable concert experiences.