The Most Exciting Upcoming Concerts in Las Vegas
VEGAS, BABY! Planning a trip to Sin City? The good news for you is that there’s never a shortage of shows to attend in Las Vegas. The hard part is choosing one. Whether you want to watch a thrilling circus performance, catch a dazzling magic show, or laugh at some hilarious standup comedy, you can do it all in this city, and the plethora of entertainment options certainly doesn’t stop with music. Plenty of artists, including divas like Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, and Celine Dion have residencies there, but in addition to all of those great recurring shows, Vegas has some pretty fantastic concerts coming up as well. Check out our list of some of the best upcoming concerts in Las Vegas, and treat yourself to a fun night out on The Strip.
Britney SpearsTickets
Britney: Piece of Me
Starting on Friday, August 14, 2015
With nearly two decades of hits to her name, pop star Britney Spears is still on the music industry’s A-list. This year, she comes to Las Vegas for her own headlining show, Britney: Piece of Me, which she is performing in residence at Planet Hollywood. This show’s got it all: costumes, props, dancing, fireworks, lasers, and of course your favorite Britney tunes like “Baby One More Time,” “Oops…I Did It Again,” “Toxic,” and more. Pro tip: spring for seats in the lower level, as reviews mention that there are no screens to offer better views from the higher seats.
Kelly ClarksonTickets
with Pentatonix & Eric Hutchinson
Saturday, August 15, 2015
Back in 2002, Kelly Clarkson entered the national spotlight when she became the very first winner of American Idol. Armed with a powerful voice and down-to-earth personality, she won over the hearts of millions of Americans, whose votes earned her the grand prize of a recording contract with RCA. With the exception of Carrie Underwood, Clarkson is by far the show’s most successful export, having stayed relevant all these years by releasing hit after hit. After a number of successful albums in the years following her Idol stint, Kelly Clarkson is back in 2015 with a new album called Piece By Piece, which features her hit single “Heartbeat Song.”
The WeekndTickets
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
The Weeknd is the stage name of Canadian alternative R&B musician Abel Tesfaye. He surfaced in 2011 with his nine-track mixtape House of Balloons, and was soon championed by superstar rapper Drake, which increased his profile tremendously. He issued a series of mixtapes that were received favorably by critics before the arrival of his debut album Kiss Land 2013. In the few years that he’s been in the spotlight, The Weeknd has collaborated with such big-name artists as Drake, Ariana Grande, and Wiz Khalifa, and is now a well-known name himself.
Modest MouseTickets
with Mimicking Birds
Thursday, August 20, 2015
Formed in 1993, indie rock band Modest Mouse would grow to become one of the most successful acts of the 2000s. The band released a few albums before really hitting it big with their 2004 commercial breakthrough Good News For People Who Love Bad News. For their next album, 2007’s We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank, they recruited former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr to record with them. Marr eventually became a full member of the band, touring in support of the record, although he ultimately left shortly afterward to join The Cribs. Modest Mouse underwent a bit of a lull in activity since then, other than releasing an EP in 2009 and playing a few shows here and there. However, the band came back in full force in 2014, issuing the single “Lampshades On Fire” ahead of their long-awaited sixth album, Strangers to Ourselves. The new album is the band’s first full-length since ’07, but it is proving to have been worth the wait.
D’AngeloTickets
with Sam Dew
Friday, August 21, 2015
R&B singer D’Angelo came onto the scene in 1995 with his hit debut album Brown Sugar. After a several-year hiatus, he came back with the 2000 album Voodoo, which earned him a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album. After that, he spent the remainder of the decade making scarce recorded appearances and did not release any new material of his own until 2014, when he dropped his latest album Black Messiah. The new album is credited to D’Angelo and his backing band, The Vanguard.
Celine DionTickets
Celine
Starting on Thursday, August 27, 2015
Canadian diva Celine Dion is back and resuming her second residency at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace. Though she recently took a year-long hiatus from performing, she is set to start performing again on August 27. With two wildly successful residencies there, Dion has taken the title of most profitable act in Vegas, and has been credited with re-popularizing the residency performance format. The five-time Grammy winner is sure to bring out powerful and moving renditions of her greatest hits, so this is one that any fan won’t want to miss.
IncubusTickets
Starting on Saturday, September 5, 2015
Alternative rock band Incubus came into the spotlight in the late ’90s/early 2000s, mainly due to the success of their popular single “Drive” off their 1991 album Make Yourself. Though they haven’t put out a full-length album since 2011’s If Not Now, When?, the band recently released side A of a new EP called Trust Fall, and they plan to release side B later this year. After they wrap up their co-headlining tour with Deftones at the end of August, Incubus will be returing to Las Vegas for the first time in two years for two shows at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel on September 5 and 6.
DrakeTickets
Jungle Tour
Sunday, September 6, 2015
Superstar rapper and singer Drake has made a name for himself in the last few years as one of the biggest stars in music. Known initially for his role on the Canadian television series “Degrassi: The Next Generation,” Drake segued into rapping in 2006. When he was starting out, there was so much buzz surrounding him that labels were fighting with each other to sign him, and his debut album featured rap royalty like Kanye West, Lil Wayne, and Jay-Z. With a multitude of chart-topping hits, Grammy Awards, and critical acclaim galore, Drake has cemented his status as a megastar in the music world.
Lenny KravitzTickets
with Andra Day
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Lenny Kravitz is known for his musical style that transcends genre, with songs that incorporate elements of rock, soul, and funk among other influences. He has won four consecutive Grammy Awards, and currently holds the record for most wins in the category of Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. He has sold millions of albums and collaborated with everyone from Madonna to Jay-Z to Mick Jagger. Recently, Kravitz has branched out from his music career and ventured into acting, appearing in films like the Oscar-nominated “Precious” as well as the hit series “The Hunger Games.” However, he has by no means abandoned music, and released his tenth studio album, Strut, in 2014. Catch this legend live in concert at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan on September 8.
Enrique IglesiasTickets
Starting on Sunday, September 13, 2015
Latin pop star Enrique Iglesias is coming to Las Vegas this September for two shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Iglesias is currently one of the best selling Latin artists in the world, with an astounding and record-breaking 26 #1 singles on the Billboard Hot Latin Tracks chart. Beginning with his self-titled debut in 1995, he has released ten studio albums and headlined 12 concert tours. Don’t miss him when he comes to Vegas on September 13 and 14.
SantanaTickets
Starting on Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Undoubtedly one of the biggest rock bands of the century, Latin rock group Santana has remained relevant since performing at the legendary Woodstock festival back in 1969. Now with more than 20 albums, multiple Grammy wins, a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and millions of records sold worldwide, Carlos Santana and crew are still not showing any signs of slowing down. The band released a record titled Corazon just last year, and now they’re on tour to support the new album. Santana will be playing 8 shows at the House of Blues in Las Vegas this September, after which they’ll come back for another 8 in November, so there are plenty of chances to see them.
iHeartRadio Music FestivalTickets
Starting on Friday, September 18, 2015
On Friday, September 18, the iHeartRadio Music Festival returns to Las Vegas for what’s sure to be one of the biggest events in pop music this year. During this two-day festival, you can catch some of the hottest artists out there right now, including Kanye West, Sam Smith, Coldplay, The Who, Kenny Chesney, Janet Jackson, Lil Wayne, and many more as they perform at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. In addition to the arena performances, the festival offers more at Daytime Village, which takes place during the day on Sunday and features Demi Lovato, Hozier, Tove Lo, Walk The Moon, Nick Jonas, Big Sean, and more.
The WhoTickets
The Who Hits 50! North American Tour
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Just a day after they perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival, world-famous rockband The Who will be playing another show at Caesars Palace Colosseum on Saturday, September 19. The band is currently in the midst of their 50th Anniversary Tour, with longtime members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend still performing. Last year, The Who released a hits compilation called The Who Hits 50, which included the band’s first new material in nearly a decade.
PitbullTickets
Time of Our Lives
Starting on Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Miami-based rapper Pitbull, born Armando Perez, made his official debut rapping on Lil Jon’s 2002 album Kings of Crunk. He has since built up the reputation as an international music sensation, with two #1 albums on Billboard’s Rap Albums charts and several others cracking the top 5, and his celebrity has led to huge sponsorship deals with brands like Kodak, Bud Lite, and Dr. Pepper. In recent years, he has worked with a handful of superstar pop artists like Usher, Ke$ha, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, and Janet Jackson. Pitbull, a.k.a. Mr. 305, was even granted a key to the city of Miami for his commitment to his hometown and embodiment of the city’s culture. The world-famous rapper will be performing seven shows as a sort of mini residency starting in late September and carrying into early October at The Axis at Planet Hollywood.
Life Is Beautiful FestivalTickets
Starting on Friday, September 25, 2015
The third annual Life Is Beautiful Festival returns to Las Vegas with yet another absolutely incredible lineup. This year’s festival will include performances by Stevie Wonder, Imagine Dragons, Kendrick Lamar, Duran Duran, Hozier, Kid Cudi, Weezer, Major Lazer, and many more. The 3-day fest takes place from Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27 in Downtown Las Vegas.