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John Legend Announces 2025 Tour Dates

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John Legend is embarking on a highly anticipated world tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Get Lifted. This tour marks a significant milestone for Legend as the seminal album, which propelled him into international stardom, turns 20 years old. Released in 2004, Get Lifted not only achieved commercial success but also critically acclaimed milestones, earning Legend his first three Grammy Awards, justifying his steady rise as a leading artist in the music industry.

The “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary World Tour” is set to traverse more than 40 cities across the United Kingdom, Europe, and North America. The extensive tour promises to captivate audiences worldwide with performances featuring the full Get Lifted album. Fans can look forward to hearing beloved tracks such as “Ordinary People,” “Used to Love U,” “So High,” and “Number One,” all of which have become timeless pieces in Legend’s discography. Legend, a 13-time Grammy Award winner, will be backed by his full band, ensuring each concert feels both extravagant and intimate.

The tour will kick off at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, United Kingdom, on May 27. Following the European leg, the North American tour launches on August 23 in Highland Park, Illinois, and includes notable stops at venues such as the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, the Barclays Center in New York, and the Paramount Theatre in Oakland, where the tour is scheduled to close on December 9. Pre-sales for the European dates commenced on March 19, while North American pre-sales start on March 26, leading up to the general ticket sale on March 28.

To further commemorate the anniversary, Legend is releasing a deluxe edition of Get Lifted, featuring eight new remixes, rare B-sides, and two previously unreleased studio performances. This special edition will include collaborations with acclaimed artists like Tems, Killer Mike, Lil Wayne, Simi, and Black Thought, adding a modern twist to the classic album. The additional content is a testament to Legend’s enduring influence and ability to evolve while respecting his musical roots.

The announcement of this celebratory tour is a nostalgic nod to Legend’s impressive career trajectory over the past two decades. The “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary World Tour” not only honors the anniversary of an iconic album but also accentuates Legend’s evolution as an artist who continues to impact the music world significantly. As the tour unfolds, it is poised to remind audiences of the extraordinary breadth and warmth that John Legend brings to his live performances, reaffirming his status as an enduring force in the music industry.

Check Out John Legend 2025 Tour Dates Here:

05/11 – Gros Islet, LC @ Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival
05/24 – Paradise Island, BS @ Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas Resort and Casino
05/27 – Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro
05/29 – Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live
05/30 – Birmingham, UK @ Utilita Arena Birmingham
06/01 – London, UK @ The O2
06/02 – Amsterdam, NL @ Ziggo Dome
06/05 – Paris, FR @ Accor Arena
06/07 – Munich, DE @ Olympiahalle
06/12 – Kværndrup, DK @ Heartland Festival
06/14 – Stavanger, NO @ Vaulen Open Air Festival
08/23 – Highland Park, IL @ Ravinia
08/24 – Highland Park, IL @ Ravinia
09/02 – Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap
09/03 – Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap
09/28 – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl
10/18 – Dallas, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
10/19 – Sugar Land, TX @ Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land
10/21 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Zoo Amphitheater
10/23 – New Orleans, LA @ Saenger Theatre
10/24 – Atlanta, GA @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
10/26 – Hollywood, FL @ Hard Rock Live
10/28 – St. Augustine, FL @ St. Augustine Amphitheater
10/29 – Wilmington, NC @ Live Oak Bank Pavilion
10/30 – Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater
11/04 – New York, NY @ Barclays Center
11/05 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Met
11/07 – Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway
11/08 – Mashantucket, CT @ Foxwoods Resort Casino
11/10 – Columbus, OH @ Schottenstein Center
11/11 – Detroit, MI @ Fox Theatre
11/13 – Niagara Falls, ON @ Fallsview Casino
11/14 – Montreal, QC @ Place Bell
11/16 – Indianapolis, IN @ Fishers Event Center
11/17 – St. Louis, MO @ The Factory
11/19 – Denver, CO @ Paramount Theatre
11/20 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Maverik Center
11/22 – Lincoln, CA @ Thunder Valley Casino
11/23 – San Diego, CA @ The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
12/03 – Vancouver, BC (CA) @ Rogers Arena
12/05 – Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater
12/07 – Portland, OR @ Theater of the Clouds
12/09 – Oakland, CA @ Paramount Theatre

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