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Rocktober ends going Country--
Not sure who didn’t look at the calendar when booking, but three major country names on the same night, means fans will have to choose.
Alan Jackson is a little spendy, but it’s likely your last chance to see him, being his farewell tour and with his ongoing health issues (show was postponed from Aug 2022).
As far as Halloween, there’s the usual parties and costume contests around town and only a couple of live shows- an up-and-coming NYC band at a small venue near the stadiums with a pay-what-you-can gig, and an Atlanta EDM duo that is also rising, but unfortunately is facing a lawsuit from a more popular ATL hip-hop duo, over their name origin (I admit, I was initially confused myself).
Let’s take look at the Kansas City / Lawrence KS metro musical happenings for the upcoming week, from October 26th, to 31st.
(ticket hyperlinks are embedded in each show’s headline)
SATURDAY OCTOBER 26
Alan Jackson, Oct 26, T-Mobile Center, $80.50-$299.50
The Country Music Hall of Famer is saying farewell to life on the road with his “Last Call: One More for the Road Tour.”
As revealed in 2021, Jackson continues to manage his chronic neuropathy condition, Charcot-Marie-Tooth, and this tour will be fans last chance to experience singing along to hits like” It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere and “Chattahoochee” live in concert.
“I’ve been touring for over 30 years – my daughters are all grown, we have one grandchild and one on the way…and I’m enjoying spending more time at home. But my fans always show up to have a good time, and I’m going to give them the best show I can for this Last Call,” Jackson said in a statement.
With special guests Jon Pardi and James Carothers – we caught Pardi live earlier this summer- headlining the re-located Country Stampede at Azura Amph. in Bonner Springs.
Trace Adkins, Oct 26, Kauffman Center, $57-$127
In his 25-year career in country music and out on his Somewhere In America Tour, he’s sold more than 11 million albums and charted over 20 singles. A Grand Ole Opry member for nearly two decades, the Louisiana native is known for dynamic baritone and fiery, always-memorable live performances. He broke out in 1996 with the debut album, Dreamin' Out Loud, cracking the Top 5 of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart with "Every Light in the House Is On" and following with the #1 smash, "This Ain’t (No Thinkin’ Thing)."
Since then, Adkins has pioneered a mix of classic Country minded traditionalism and adventurous, good-natured showmanship, breaking open new avenues in modern country through fun-filled hits like "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk" and "Hillbilly Bone."
Adkins continues his iconic legacy with his latest album The Way I Wanna Go (Verge Records). The project celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Louisiana native’s debut album, and features all-star collaborators such as Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Stevie Wonder on harmonica, Snoop Dogg, Pitbull, Keb’ Mo’ and Melissa Etheridge.
Travis Tritt, Oct 26, Ameristar Casino, $55-$75
“T-R-O-U-B-L-E” is coming back to KC, after he played Topeka in late 2022 and Ameristar in 2023.
Tritt’s albums, seven of which are certified platinum or higher, led him to amass more than 30 million in career album sales, two Grammy Awards, four CMA Awards, an invitation to become a member of the world’s famous Grand Ole Opry and a devoted fan base that has filled venues coast-to-coast.” His hits include “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde,” “Here’s A Quarter” and “It’s A Great Day To Be Alive.” Recently, Tritt released “Set In Stone,” his first original full-length studio album in over a decade.
Additionally, his television special and DVD, Country Chapel in April with Gaither Music Group has been released. Travis expressed his enthusiasm for the songs showcased in the DVD, saying, “This album is one that I have wanted to make for over 30 years. I’m extremely excited and grateful to have released this collection of songs that take me back to my early roots of singing inspirational songs as a child in church.”
Dayglow with Sun Room, Oct 26, The Midland, $35
Multi-Platinum indie pop artist and ““Can I Call You Tonight” singer Dayglow announces his highly anticipated debut self-titled album, released this fall via Mercury Records. The album, which was fully written, performed, recorded, produced, and mixed by Sloan Struble himself in his Malibu home studio, will be accompanied by a headline tour cleverly(?) named Dayglow: The Tour.
On the upcoming tour, Struble says, “I think Dayglow has to be seen live to get the full picture. The vibe during the shows is so inviting and fun. People are either smiling or dancing, but it’s also common to do both. I think this tour is going to be the best yet by far. I feel healthy, happy, and ready to rock.”
Arrive early for openers Sun Room- the Southern Californian surf rock band is celebrating their brand new “Can’t Explain” EP which brings an emo energy to their previously sunny discography. Known for their melodies and vibrant, beach-inspired sound with hit tracks like “Crashed My Bike” and “Summer’s Here,” the band is ready to bring their West Coast vibe to live stages again.
Gabriel Iglesias (comedy), Oct 26, Cable Dahmer Arena, $75.50-$99 (low tix)
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians. He recently became the second highest grossing touring comedian and is one of the most watched comedians on YouTube with over 1.1 billion views and over 25 million fans on social media.
The comedian has had the honor of being one of the few to headline and sell-out Madison Square Garden in New York, Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and The Sydney Opera House in Australia.
In addition to his streaming comedy series, Iglesias penned a deal with Netflix to release two stand- up comedy specials. The first, titled One Show Fits All, was filmed in front of a sold-out audience at the Toyota Center in Houston and debuted in 2019. The second, Stadium Fluffy was taped in front of a crowd of 55,000 fans at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, where Iglesias made history as the first comedian to perform at and sellout the largest MLB stadium in the US.
Fluffy’s stand-up comedy is a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects that bring his personal experiences to life. His unique and animated comedy style has made him popular among fans of all ages.
Lady Day at Emerson's Grill, Oct 26-27, KC Rep at Copaken Stage,$44-$70
Last weekend to catch this show! Step into the smoky allure of this Tony Award-winning play and go on a spellbinding journey through the life and music of the iconic Billie Holiday. Step back into time and immerse yourself in the soulful atmosphere of Emerson’s Bar and Grill, where every note resonates with the magic of Lady Day.
Featuring a selection of Billie Holiday’s most well-known songs including “Strange Fruit” and “God Bless the Child” performed live, the magic of this night will echo through your soul as you experience the highs and lows of her journey. Don’t miss this experience that celebrates the enduring legacy of one of the greatest jazz vocalists of all time in a night of jazz, blues, and the timeless magic of Billie Holiday. (Recommended for ages 14 and up due to adult themes.)
SUNDAY OCTOBER 27
MisterWives, joan, Moody Joody, Oct 27, The Truman, $29.50-$60
See them while you can- MisterWives are taking a break from the road. Ahead of their upcoming Just for One Night tour, the “Reflections” outfit has issued a statement reading, “It has been the biggest privilege of our lives to tour together for over a decade straight, and while this isn’t goodbye, this is the last tour we will be doing for a while.”
“To celebrate all the incomparable memories, we’ve made and the eras we’ve shared together — however questionable the fashion choices — we want you to pick your favorite songs from over the years to help make the setlist for the Just for One Night tour as special as can be,” the band says. “Thank you for letting our music into your world and forever changing ours.”
MisterWives put out their debut album, Our Own House, in 2015. They’ve since put out three more records, the most recent of which being 2023’s Nosebleeds with a deluxe version out this July. We saw them live, co-headlining last year at First Avenue.
Chelsea Handler (comedy), Oct 27, The Midland, $49.50-$129.50
The comedian, television host, six-time New York Times best-selling author returns to the road for more successful stand-up on her Little Big Bitch Tour.
From her early career as an actress and in stand-up, to a seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated Chelsea Lately from 2007 to 2014 — a tenure in which she was the only female late-night talk show host on-air — to her documentary series Chelsea Does, her Netflix talk show Chelsea, and her iHeartRadio advice podcast Dear Chelsea, Handler’s been making us laugh on just about every platform imaginable.
She's written five books, all of which have made the New York Times Bestsellers list: "Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea," "My Horizontal Life: A Collection of One-Night Stands," "Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang," "Life Will Be the Death of Me...and you too!" and "Uganda Be Kidding Me."
MONDAY OCTOBER 28
TUESDAY OCTOBER 29
Polo G with Vonoff1700 SkyLar Blatt TwoTime, Oct 29, The Midland, $39.50
Multi-platinum rapper Polo G is set to hit the road on his THE HOOD POET TOUR 2024. Produced by Live Nation, the 26-city tour kicks off on October 24 at Fillmore Auditorium in Denver making stops across North America before wrapping up in LA at The Wiltern on November 29.
“I’ve always put my heart into my music, and now I’m bringing that energy to the stage,” said Polo G. “This tour is for the fans who’ve been with me since day one and for everyone who’s been part of this journey. I can’t wait to share this experience with y’all.”
Known for his introspective lyrics, flow, and raw emotion, Polo G promises to deliver an unforgettable live show that will showcase both his chart-topping hits and new material.
Special guest VonOff1700, one of Chicago’s hottest emerging rappers, Scorey, and TwoTiime will join as support on all shows.
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 30
Lunar Vacation, Oct 30, The Bottleneck-Lawrence, $18-$22
Indie Decatur, GA pop group Lunar Vacation just released their sophomore album “Everything Matters, Everything’s Fire” last month. The lead single off the upcoming album, “Set the Stage,” released ahead of the full-length, along with its accompanying music video. The five-piece band consists of Grace “Gep” Repasky on vocals and guitar, Maggie Geeslin on vocals and guitar, Matteo DeLurgio on keyboard, Connor Dowd on drums, and Ben Wulkan on bass.
“We were making the record with the intention of playing it together live. So I think we have a lot of exciting energy going into playing these new songs just because they all feel really natural to us,” guitarist Geeslin said. “We definitely have been putting in a lot of focus and energy towards crafting a good set that just feels like it has a good ebb and flow,” she said. “It just makes it more of a fluid experience on tour.”
Lunar Vacation released their first extended play “Swell” in 2017 and their second EP “Artifical Flavors” in 2018. In 2021, the band released their debut album “Inside Every Fig Is A Dead Wasp.”
THURSDAY OCTOBER 31
(we’re in NYC for a special Duran Duran- Halloween show- look for our report soon!)
ATLiens, Oct 31, Midland, $23-$43
ATLiens are reflecting on their invasion of Earth after announcing their debut album, Leaving The World Behind. The masked bass music duo revealed in cryptic fashion that their debut album (Leaving the World Behind) was complete, sharing only an acronym: LTWB. They've now formally announced the LP via a trailer where a soundbite about exploring the unknown pairs with footage of travels through nature and bustling cities. Joining the duo on tour is a massive roster of special guests LAYZ, YDG, beastboi. b2b Muerte, Blaqout.
The Atlanta-based duo have made a name for themselves over the years behind the strength of tracks like 2019’s “Fading Out” with Sara Skinner and 2017’s “Alchemy” to name just a couple.
Shower Curtain, Oct 31, Howdy, $15 (or PWYC)
NYC’s Shower Curtain, the four-piece band led by Brazilian American artist Victoria Winter, are thrilled to share their latest single, “you’re like me.” The centerpiece of their upcoming debut album words from a wishing well, out via Angel Tapes/Fire Talk Records, “you’re like me” arrives with an official music video portraying a distant relationship.
Growing up in Curitiba, the vocalist began uploading music to SoundCloud under the name Shower Curtain as a teenager. The self-produced bedroom pop tracks she made then have all been scrubbed from the internet, but after moving to LA and, later, NYC to pursue a degree at Parsons School of Design, Winter frankensteined the project into a new life in quartet form—alongside guitarist Ethan Williams, drummer Sean Terrell and bassist Cody Hudgins—but it was more of a domino effect, than a calculated build-up.
National Touring act coming to Kansas City, Lawrence, KS, Topeka, KS, or vicinity? Let us know so we can spotlight the appearance-email [email protected]
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