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Luke Combs is taking his fans on an emotional journey with the setlist for his 2024 Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour .

The country hitmaker is opening the show with his song "Must've Never Met You." Although it's a song about loving someone with a broken heart, it feels like a love song to the crowd — as if he's starting off by saying this matters to him. Each show and each moment with his fans isn't something he takes for granted.

Similar to his World Tour in 2023 , Combs is kicking things off each night with several singalong hits, courting the audience before gently leading them into more sentimental tracks.

Fans can expect to hear his new dad song " The Man He Sees in Me ," which he wrote after becoming a father.

What Songs Does Luke Combs Cover on Tour?

During this year's Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour, Combs will continue to cover a handful of songs that have become staples at his shows: This includes Ed Sheeran 's tracks "Dive," Combs' wildly successful rendition of Tracy Chapman 's "Fast Car" and Brooks & Dunn 's "Brand New Man." The "Where the Wild Things Are" singer joined the duo for a new version of the track for the Reboot album.

He's also sprinkling in some mini-covers during his band introductions, covering portions of Shania Twain, Train and Dierks Bentley.  

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It also appears Combs will be giving fans a chance to vote on a song of their choice to be included in the setlist, via text. During opening night in Milwaukee on Friday, April 12, fans voted for "Beer Can" to be played. The following night , the winning track was "Refrigerator Door."

The Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour continues with back-to-back shows in each city through Aug. 10, when it will wrap in Houston.

Luke Combs' Growin Up and Gettin' Old Tour Setlist (Opening Night, April 12, 2024):

"Must've Never Met You" "She Got the Best of Me" "Lovin' on You" "My Kinda Folk" "Brand New Man" - Brooks & Dunn cover "One Number Away" "Houston, We Got a Problem" "The Man He Sees in Me" "This One's for You" "Going, Going, Gone" "Beer Can" - fan vote winner "Dive" - Ed Sheeran cover

Band Introduction:

"Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?" - Shania Twain cover "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)" - Train cover "What Was I Thinkin’" - Dierks Bentley cover

"Where the Wild Things Are" "Love You Anyway" "Forever After All" "Beautiful Crazy" "Fast Car" - Tracy Chapman cover "Hurricane" "Cold as You" "When It Rains It Pours" "1, 2 Many" "Beer Never Broke My Heart"

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• Sweet Caroline
• The Kind of Love We Make
• Cold as You
• Where the Wild Things Are
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Luke Combs setlist: 'Fast Car' and every song he played at State Farm Stadium on night 1

Luke Combs has been changing it up from night to night at each city he hits on the stadium tour that brought the country superstar to Glendale, Arizona , for back-to-back performances at State Farm Stadium on Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1.

On his opening night in metro Phoenix, Combs was joined by Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters and the Wilder Blue. Saturday's show will feature Jordan Davis, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff.

He’s also changing up his setlist just enough to keep things interesting for anyone who catches both nights in each city.

That doesn’t mean he’s not repeating any songs from night to night. If there’s a massive hit you came to hear, then chances are you’ll hear that song no matter which show you attend (or hear it twice if you go both nights).

But he’s been messing with the order of the songs while playing some songs once per stadium, as you can see in our setlist from the second night .

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Luke Combs setlist 2024: All the songs he played in Glendale on night 1

Here is every song Luke Combs sang at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Friday, May 31.

• "Must've Never Met You"
• "She Got the Best of Me"
• "Lovin' on You"
• "My Kinda Folk"
• "Brand New Man"(Brooks & Dunn cover)
• "One Number Away"
• "Houston, We Got a Problem"
• "The Man He Sees in Me" (acoustic)
• "This One's for You"(solo)
• "Going, Going, Gone"
• "Beer Can"(fan vote)
• "Dive"(Ed Sheeran cover)
• "Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?"/ "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)" / "What Was I Thinkin’"
• (Band Introductions)
• "Where the Wild Things Are"
• "Love You Anyway"
• "Forever After All"
• "Beautiful Crazy"
• "Fast Car" (Tracy Chapman cover)
• "Hurricane"
• "Cold as You"
• "When It Rains It Pours"
• "1, 2 Many"
• "Beer Never Broke My Heart"
• "Better Together"
• "The Kind of Love We Make"

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Luke Combs Announces New 2024 ‘Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old’ Tour Dates

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Luke Combs has announced a run of new U.S. tour dates for his “Growin’ Up and Getting’ Old Tour,” which will kick off next spring. The new stops include two-night weekend stints at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, Jacksonville’s EverBank Stadium, Santa Clara’s Levi’s Stadium, Houston’s NRG Stadium, and Phoenix’s State Farm Stadium among others.

“We got an opportunity to do two shows in some U.S. markets on the World Tour, but when I found out we were going to be able to do two shows for most all of the cities on the 2024 tour, I decided I wanted each show to have their own unique set up of openers, as well as my own unique set list,” Combs said in a statement. “I thought this would give people an opportunity to come to both nights if they want, but see two completely different shows.

The Friday night shows will feature Cody Jinks, the Avett Brothers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters, and the Wilder Blue. Saturday nights’ opening guests are Jordan Davis, Mitchell Tenpenny, Drew Parker, and Colby Acuff.

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Luke Combs World Tour Setlist 2024: The Ultimate Playlist Guide

The Luke Combs 2024 World Tour setlist includes tracks like “Lovin’ on You,” “Hannah Ford Road,” “Cold as You,” and more from his popular albums. Fans can expect a mix of his greatest hits and possibly some surprises.

Luke Combs is set to embark on his highly anticipated World Tour in 2024, where he will serenade fans with his chart-topping hits and new music. Along with an electrifying performance of his well-known tracks like “Lovin’ on You,” “Hannah Ford Road,” and “Cold as You,” fans can anticipate a memorable experience filled with energy and soulful melodies.

As the excitement builds for this world-class tour, fans are eagerly anticipating the electrifying and captivating performance from Luke Combs and his stellar lineup of supporting acts. Get ready to sing along and make unforgettable memories as Luke Combs takes his audience on a musical journey around the world.

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Crafting The Perfect 2024 Combs Concert Experience

Get ready for an incredible concert experience at Luke Combs’ 2024 World Tour. With a lineup of upbeat anthems and heart-wrenching ballads , the setlist promises to be nothing short of amazing. Fans can expect to sing along to hits like “Fast Car” and “This One’s for You,” while also being treated to intimate acoustic sessions that showcase the raw emotion behind Combs’ music. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to his music, this concert is sure to be an unforgettable event that will leave you wanting more.

Behind The Lyrics

Experience Luke Combs World Tour 2024 like never before in this behind-the-lyrics journey. Discover fan favorites and their meaningful inspirations. Gain insights into the stories that shaped the hits and the relatable themes that connect us through music. Luke Combs world tour setlist is a blend of emotions and memories, each song carrying its own special significance. From “Fast Car” to “Must’ve Never Met You,” these songs form a musical canvas that resonates with fans on a personal level.

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The opening acts for Luke Combs 2024 tour include Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, The Wilder Blue, Jordan Davis, Mitchell Tenpenny, Drew Parker, and Colby Acuff.

What Songs Is Luke Combs Singing On World Tour?

Luke Combs sings a variety of hits on the World Tour, including “Lovin’ on You,” “Cold as You,” and “Houston, We Got a Problem. “

How Long Is Luke Combs World Tour Concert?

The typical Luke Combs World Tour concert lasts around two to three hours.

How Long Does Luke Combs Set Last?

Luke Combs’ set during his concert typically lasts around two to three hours.

As we eagerly anticipate the Luke Combs World Tour in 2024, there is no doubt that the setlist will be nothing short of extraordinary. With a lineup of talented performers and a diverse range of songs, it promises to be an unforgettable experience for all country music enthusiasts.

So, mark your calendars and get ready for an incredible musical journey with Luke Combs and his fellow artists.

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by Cindy Watts April 17, 2024, 7:26 am

Luke Combs launched his 2024 “Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old” tour earlier this month and is headlining back-to-back stadium shows in Buffalo, New York, this weekend. Combs said concertgoers can “expect more of the same” on this tour – and he doesn’t mean to make it sound boring. “It’s just who I am,” Combs told American Songwriter. It will be me, my guitar, and my band. We’ll be playing the hits the folks want to hear as well as some newer stuff. Nothing fancy, just the music doing the talking as usual.” Combs is planning two shows per city and plans to give them a different feeling each night by varying opening acts and his setlist. He’ll do VIP Meet & Greets, pre-show tailgates on Saturdays and add fresh songs to his set that he didn’t play last year. When writing new songs, he anticipates the audience and imagines how they’ll react to each element – sonic and visual. “I feel like if I can create a song that has great lyrics, an awesome visual storyline and a great melody, the fans will love it – and that’s what most important,” Combs said. But, he doesn’t take it for granted. Combs, who spent much of his youth growing up in Asheville, North Carolina, knows that most artists don’t have the opportunity to mount stadium tours, much less play back-to-back nights. “I feel very blessed to be in this position and have this opportunity,” he said. I don’t take it for granted, and neither does my crew and team. But I do get inspired by other artists I follow who I’ve seen play stadium shows. There are a lot of great acts out there, and I try to lean on cool things they do when possible.”

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Combs doesn’t namecheck the artists who inspire him, but he does know he’d love to tour with his friend Ed Sheeran. He thinks Post Malone would be fun to share a stage with, too. He’s also convinced his former self – the young man who worked his way from bar bouncer to singer while he was in college in North Carolina – would be impressed with how far he’s made it in the music industry. “There’s definitely still a little bit of that guy left in me,” Combs said. “There’s still the passion; there’s still that fire inside of me that you’ll see on stage every night, too.” Now, he’s teaming with Miller Lite, which he calls his “go-to beer for forever,” to elevate the Luke Combs’ concert experience even more for fans. The brand is the beer sponsor for his current tour and asked if they could make him a Miller Lite trucker hat. Combs agreed, and now the hat – which is available beginning April 17 at shop.millerlite.com – could double as entry to a show. When fans buy The Miller Lite x Luke Combs Trucker, they’ll be entered to win two tickets to a Luke Combs concert and more goodies from the Combs’ camp. “I’ve been singing about beer for a while now,” Combs said. “The hats themselves are great. We were able to add elements of my album art and Miller Lite’s design throughout, and they turned out really cool. But more than that, I love that they give my fans the opportunity to do my favorite things – enjoy music with a good beer in hand. That’s what this is all about and that’s why I go on tour – to bring good music and good times to people.”

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Though born and bred in North Carolina, Luke Combs is a down-home country singer who made his first big debut in New York City. Combs has been serious about music his entire life, making his voice known in vocal groups since he was a little kid.

Blessed with raw talent, his powerful sound landed him a solo performance in the fabled Carnegie Hall while he was still in high school.

Of course, city slicking wasn’t in Luke’s plans. He dropped out of college in his senior year and moved to Nashville, the epicenter of his beloved country genre, where he concentrated on improving his guitar-playing and songwriting skills. After honing his stage presence in countless live performances, he self-released key songs on early EPs including the single “Hurricane.”

Garnering audience buzz, Combs caught the attention of River House/Columbia Nashville, his first big recording contract. Reworking “Hurricane” for radio gave Combs his first hit, selling 15,000 copies and hitting #46 on the Billboard Country chart. This led to singing with Sony Music Nashville, and one more re-release of “Hurricane.” His debut album release, 2017s This One’s For You, solidified Combs’ status by reaching number one on the chart.

Comb’s next big hit was an evolution from “Hurricane’s” slow-burn buildup to the moving ballad “Beautiful Crazy” in 2018. The song charted at number one for almost two months and played a huge role in his becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry. It also helped him hit a huge milestone in becoming the first artist to hit Billboard's top country charts at the same time: Top Country Albums, Hot Country Songs, Country Airplay, Country Streaming Songs, and Country Digital Song Sales.

Luke then hit the road hard and built up a fanbase on the back of his energetic, dominating performances, revealing his skill in capturing his audiences in ways few artists do. From 2017 to the present, Combs has relentlessly toured, both as headliner and in support of other artists like Lainey Wilson and Cody Johnson. His exclusive live performances on platforms like Apple Music have further cemented his reputation as a solid live act.

In the midst of all that stage time, Luke Combs continues to create new music. In 2019, he dropped what was destined to be another number one country album, What You See Is What You Get. Proving once again his ability to please country music fans, Combs charted more hits like “Even Though I’m Leaving,” “Does to Me,” and the crowd-pleasing “Beer Never Broke My Heart.”

The unstoppable Combs brought it again in 2022. His Growin’ Up LP once again made number one on the country charts with hits like “Doin’ This” and “The Kind of Love We Make.” Combs balances a bold new confidence with reflective humility, while his audiences continue to feel close to a singer who, despite being more popular than ever, yet never forgets where he came from.

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Luke Combs & his band put on an awesome show last night. Although the host, band and audience were in a generally somber mood due to the Las Vegas incident, once the “taping” portion of the show was complete, Luke says to us “Alright, this is MY show now”, and they rocked! Was able to see him preparing to walk onto the stage and honestly, he looked a little nervous, but it was really cute to see he was human. When he was center stage, he performed like a well-seasoned professional.

His voice live...my gosh...no words.

After the show, met one of his guitarist’s and he actually reached out to shake my hand and introduce himself!

As Los Angeles doesn’t really seem to be a high priority for up and coming country acts, I feel VERY fortunate to have seen these guys so early in their career.

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The show was awesome, there were several good guys! I love Luke and Brantley, they are a great combination!I would love to see Luke again soon in Alabama, I missed him in Birmingham. The interaction with the crowd was great. When I bought my tickets it was to see Luke Combs, and he didn't disappoint.

Absolutely fantastic performance...Ashley Mcbryde was superb as the opener (I predict we see her on the C2C main stage before very long!)and Luke totally smashed it. Im just sorry I didn't get tickets to both nights as would have happily gone straight back tonight...

This was the best country concert I have ever been to. Luke definitely did not disappoint. He put on a great show. He's amazing. Wish I had better seats. Ingotnmy seats last minute, so I was just honored to be there. I'll be up front the next time I see him

Great show. High energy. Although it did feel very rushed. Very nice guy though. He tossed a few picks into the crowd but then handed me a pick directly. Very cool. It's awesome when they notice ur into the show

He was amazing as always. First time seeing Ashley, only knew a few songs. I left the concert a bigger fan for her. Did not get to see Drew perform due to the traffic. To & from the arena it was crazy insane..

Luke combs was one of the best concert I have ever went to! Venue was great! Meet and greet was awesome! His performance was amazing! Thank you Luke for coming to Shreveport! Come back again! Love meeting you!

Show was absolutely amazing. Ashley kicked it off with an amazing set just her and the guitar and an almighty voice. Luke and his band then rocked the whole arena with a blistering set. Awesome night

This gig was simply OUTSTANDING.

Ashley McBryde and Luke Combs might just be the best show combo I've ever seen.

From beginning to end this was a truly memorable experience.

AMAZING! I drove 2 hours to see him and would definitely do it again. I had a great time and he put on an amazing show! Hopefully he’ll return to SC again soon!

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Luke Combs announces 2024 US tour: All 25 dates on the Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour

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As Luke Combs is currently out on a world tour, he's already letting his U.S. fans know when they can expect to see him again.

The reigning two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year announced a 25-show 2024 stadium tour , called the Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour, on Tuesday. The tour will feature different special guests depending on the date, according to a press release. Artists include Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters and The Wilder Blue for Friday shows and Jordan Davis, Mitchell Tenpenny, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff for Saturdays.

"When I found out we were going to be able to do two shows for most all of the cities on the 2024 tour, I decided I wanted each show to have their own unique set up of openers, as well as my own unique setlist," Combs said in a press release.

"I thought this would give people an opportunity to come to both nights if they want, but see two completely different shows."

Combs added, "With country music being such a wide genre and being a huge fan of it all myself, I wanted to open up my stage to acts that lean into Outlaw, Americana and Red Dirt on Friday nights, as well as having a night with people I have toured with in the past, who are more contemporary country."

The 2024 dates follow Combs' massive World Tour, which runs through this fall and includes upcoming sold-out shows in Australia and Europe. With 44 shows across 3 continents and 16 countries, the tour is the largest ever for a country artist and has broken records across the globe.

Luke Combs' Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour 2024 tour dates

Here are the 25 stops on Comb's Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour, which goes from April through August 2024.

April 12: American Family Field, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

April 13: American Family Field, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

April 19: Highmark Stadium, Buffalo, New York

April 20: Highmark Stadium, Buffalo, New York

April 27: Beaver Stadium, University Park, Pennsylvania

May 3: EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida

May 4: EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida

May 10: Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas

May 11: Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas

May 17: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California

May 18: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California

May 31: State Farm Stadium, Phoenix

June 1: State Farm Stadium, Phoenix

June 7: Rice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City

June 8: Rice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City

June 14: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles

June 15: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles

July 19: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey

July 20: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey

July 26: FedExField, Washington, D.C.

July 27: FedExField, Washington, D.C.

Aug. 2: Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio

Aug. 3: Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio

Aug. 9: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas

Aug. 10: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas

How to get tickets to Luke Combs' Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour

Tickets for the 2024 Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour will be available for presale starting at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, with a general on-sale following at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 25, at seatgeek.com .

How to get presale tickets for Luke Combs concerts

Combs' official fan club, the Bootleggers, will once again have early access to tickets through fan pre-sale starting at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23.

The Bootleggers will also have an exclusive opportunity to purchase 2-day tickets starting at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22.

Citi is the official credit card of the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour, giving Citi cardmembers access to purchase pre-sale tickets from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, through Citi Entertainment. Complete details can be found at www.citientertainment.com .

T-Mobile also returns as the official wireless partner of the tour, giving T-Mobile customers exclusive access to preferred tickets at every U.S. tour stop, including sold-out shows. Customers can get their Reserved Tickets starting 30 days prior to each show at first-day prices. For more information, visit t-mobile.com/music .

"A supernatural song writer": Luke Combs praises Tracy Chapman as 'Fast Car' tops charts

Luke Combs is burning up the charts with Tracy Chapman's 'Fast Car'

The performances add to yet another triumphant year for Combs, whose new version of Tracy Chapman’s Grammy-winning " Fast Car " has spent five consecutive weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. This is Combs’ 16th consecutive No. 1 single on country radio.

The song was recently certified double-platinum, has garnered over 435 million global streams and is No. 2 this week on Billboard’s Hot 100. "Fast Car" is the first song by a male solo artist to ever top both the Hot AC and Country Airplay charts.

Combs’ latest album, "Gettin' Old," is a companion to his acclaimed 2022 record, "Growin' Up." The New York Times praised the album as "grounded in country, complete with fiddle fills, but it’s also pointed toward a wide pop audience" while Billboard proclaimed, "His electrifying-yet-earthy voice soundtracking this time in his life as a husband, father and entertainer at the top of his game."

American Songwriter summed it up with, "He’s a rock star at this point."

Contributing: KiMi Robinson, USA TODAY

This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Luke Combs to go on a US stadium tour in 2024: All 25 dates

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Luke Combs Announces 2024 North American Stadium Tour

The country music star will perform 25 shows across 13 U.S. cities next year

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Country fans are going to need to start planning for 2024.

Luke Combs announced his plans on Tuesday for the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. The string of North American tour dates includes 25 shows across 13 U.S. cities, as well as one date in Canada.

The country music star, 33, will kick off the upcoming live dates in April 2024 in Milwaukee and eventually wrap up the shows in Houston in mid-August 2024. 

All but one U.S. city tour stop will include two shows — one on Friday night and one on Saturday — and the set list is scheduled to change depending on the date. (There will only be one concert in his tour stops in University Park, Pennsylvania and Craven, Canada.)

The “Fast Car" cover singer will also be joined by a handful of special guests each night. On Fridays, Cody Jinks, The Avett Brothers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters and The Wilder Blue will play, and on Saturday he will be joined by Jordan Davis , Mitchell Tenpenny , Drew Parker and Colby Acuff.

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In a press release, the "Hurricane" artist shared his excitement about hitting the road. “We got an opportunity to do two shows in some U.S. markets on the World Tour, but when I found out we were going to be able to do two shows for most all of the cities on the 2024 tour, I decided I wanted each show to have their own unique set up of openers, as well as my own unique setlist. I thought this would give people an opportunity to come to both nights if they want, but see two completely different shows,” he said. 

The CMA Award winner continued, “With Country music being such a wide genre and being a huge fan of it all myself, I wanted to open up my stage to acts that lean into Outlaw, Americana and Red Dirt on Friday nights, as well as having a night with people I have toured with in the past, who are more contemporary country. I’m super excited to have both groups be out on the road with me for the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour!”

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The Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour follows Combs’ string of international dates , which is currently ongoing in Australia and will head to Europe in the fall. 

Tickets for the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour will first become available through the fan pre-sale on Aug. 23 at 4:00 p.m. local time and the general on-sale will begin on Aug. 25 at 10:00 a.m. local time. An early access pre-sale for Combs’ Bootleggers fan club will start on Aug. 23 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Special pre-sales are also available for Citi card holders and T-Mobile customers. 

See below for the new tour dates.

Fri April 12 — Milwaukee, WI — American Family Field†

Sat April 13 — Milwaukee, WI — American Family Field‡

Fri April 19 — Buffalo, NY — Highmark Stadium+

Sat April 20 — Buffalo, NY — Highmark Stadium‡

Sat April 27 — University Park, PA — Beaver Stadium‡

Fri May 3 — Jacksonville, FL — EverBank Stadium§

Sat May 4 — Jacksonville, FL — EverBank Stadium~

Fri May 10 — San Antonio, TX — Alamodome§

Sat May 11 — San Antonio, TX — Alamodome‡

Fri May 17— Santa Clara, CA — Levi’s® Stadium§

Sat May 18 — Santa Clara, CA — Levi’s® Stadium~

Fri May 31 — Phoenix, AZ — State Farm Stadium§

Sat June 1 — Phoenix, AZ — State Farm Stadium~

Fri June 7 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rice-Eccles Stadium§

Sat June 8 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rice-Eccles Stadium‡

Fri June 14 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium+

Sat June 15 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium~

Sun July 14 — Craven, Canada — Country Thunder Saskatchewan

Fri July 19 — East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium§

Sat July 20 — East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium‡

Fri July 26 — the Washington D.C. area (Landover, MD) — FedExField+

Sat July 27 — the Washington D.C. area (Landover, MD) — FedExField‡

Fri August 2 — Cincinnati, OH — Paycor Stadium§

Sat August 3 — Cincinnati, OH — Paycor Stadium‡

Fri August 9 — Houston, TX — NRG Stadium§

Sat August 10 —Houston, TX — NRG Stadium‡

*with special guests Cody Johnson and Lane Pittman

†with special guests Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin and The Wilder Blue

‡with special guests Jordan Davis, Mitchell Tenpenny, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff

+with special guests The Avett Brothers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters, The Wilder Blue

§with special guests Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters, The Wilder Blue

~with special guests Jordan Davis, TBA, Drew Parker, Colby Acuff

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Music + concerts, music + concerts | country star luke combs puts on an inspired show for first of two sofi stadium concerts.

On Friday, Combs returned to Southern California for the first of two nights at SoFi Stadium on his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour, playing 26 songs over an hour and 45 minutes to the delight of fans who seldom stopped singing along with Combs’s well-drafted celebrations of ordinary people living regular lives.

Combs is an unlikely superstar in many ways. When he walked on stage Friday, he looked like he might have just come from a cookout, a kid’s birthday party, or his own backyard. He wore a short-sleeved blue shirt, tan pants, and in a nod to the field on which he sang, a Los Angeles Chargers ballcap. No frills, nothing fancy.

Then he started singing, opening the show with “Must’ve Never Met You” and “She Got the Best of Me,” a pair of hymns to heartbreak, and it’s quickly clear how strong the connections are between this bearded, burly 34-year-old North Carolinian and the tens of thousands of Southern California country fans of all ages who showed up to hear him here.

Country music artist Luke Combs performs at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 during the first of his two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Hailey Whitters performs at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 prior to headliner Luke Combs first of two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Charles Wesley Godwin performs at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 prior to headliner Luke Combs first of two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Country music fans react as Luke Combs performs at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 during the first of his two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

The Avett Brothers Seth Avett plays guitar at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 prior to headliner Luke Combs first of two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Country music fans watch and react as artist Luke Combs performs at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 during the first of his two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

The Avett Brothers, Scott Avett, left, and Seth Avett, right, perform at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 prior to headliner Luke Combs first of two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

The moon is seen through the roof of SoFi Stadium prior to headliner Luke Combs taking the stage in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024. Combs performed the first of two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Marie Fidanza, left, and Marissa Collins, right, both from Lake Forest, dance together in the pit prior to Luke Combs taking the stage at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Country music artist Luke Combs greets fans as he takes the stage at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Friday night June 14, 2024 during the first of his two sold out shows during his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Combs writes or cowrites all of his songs, and he has a knack for hitting that sweet spot between the traditional and the modern in country music. Early highlights such as “My Kinda Folk” or “One Number Away” touch on themes that country music has celebrated for decades, celebrating the joys of community and the loneliness of wondering what your ex is doing now. It’s classic country stuff including “This One’s For You,” which is sung solo with just his own accompaniment on guitar.

His modern side was on display later in the night when Combs and his sharp band shifted into a bigger, rockin’ kind of country for the pair of drinkin’ songs, “1, 2 Many” and “Beer Never Broke My Heart,” that closed the main set.

A midshow mini-suite of covers did a little bit of both. This interlude served as a chance to introduce and spotlight the players alongside Combs on stage while shifting between pop and rock – Ed Sheeran’s “Dive,” Train’s “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)” – and honkytonks – Shania Twain’s “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?” and Dierks Bentley’s “What Was I Thinkin’.”

At different points, Combs paused to talk with the crowd, which in the muffled, echoey stadium was often almost impossible to understand. (Here’s my brainstorm during one such moment: Live closed-captioning on the video screens for stadium shows so we can know what’s actually being said. You’re welcome.)

But bits and pieces made it through the murk. He thanked his wife for her support, which helped his career skyrocket in the past five years – consecutive years as the Country Music Association’s Entertainer of the Year, a Stagecoach headliner in 2022 along the way.

He thanked the audience for the support that’s allowed his career to flourish, noting as he introduced the new single, “The Man He Sees In Me,” from his new album, “Fathers and Sons,” that had been released that day.

And in an equally heartfelt moment, he told an anecdote about the first song he really fell in love with, how he learned to play it on guitar, and how Tracy Chapman and his cover of her “Fast Car,” in many ways changed his life over the past year. That song became one of the biggest of 2024, reaching No. 1 on the country chart, and No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. His performance of it with Chapman on the Grammys this year was one of the show’s most moving moments, Combs’s joy at singing it with her in public for the first time almost overwhelming him at times.

“Fast Car,” of course, prompted a massive sing-along at SoFi on Friday, but in the broader context of the night, that was the norm. Seldom have I been to a show where the crowd – or maybe we should call ’em, the congregation –  sang so loudly, so constantly, and so word-perfectly to each and every song. (Yes, the fans at Taylor Swift’s SoFi shows last summer sang along with her, but the accompanying screams usually drowned out their words.)

Opening for Combs on Friday were the Avett Brothers, whose 40 minutes preceding him on stage sounded great as the band played songs that included “I and Love and You” and “Kick Drum Heart.” Before the Avett Brothers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters and The Wilder Blue also played as the fans made their way through the Friday evening traffic to the stadium.

Combs’ tour has him playing back-to-back nights at stadiums across the country, and he returns to SoFi on Saturday, June 15, mixing up his setlist to swap in eight or nine different songs, and performing the whole in a different order. Opening acts on Saturday are Jordan Davis, Mitchell Tenpenny, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff.

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On the road with Luke Combs, country music's blue-collar champion

Luke combs is a blue-collar hero for a new generation of country fans. and in denver, he reached a height achieved only by a few before him: stadium headliner..

DENVER — Few people expected snow to cake the seats of Empower Field at Mile High in late May. 

Especially Luke Combs.

Combs, reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year , didn’t shake a crystal ball when plotting the weekend to launch his biggest run of shows to-date. 

He already had plenty on his mind, after all: fatherhood , wrapping a new album, called "Growin' Up," and eyeing his first leg of headlining stadium shows. Like his song goes, “Oh lord, when it rains, it pours.”

Still, Combs wasn’t going to let a few flakes slow the momentum he built on a five-year sprint to the peak of country music’s mountaintop. 

Inside Mile High a day before gates opened to his NFL stadium debut, Combs sat with his legs crossed on a couch in the center of his green room – AKA “The Still," a hangout decorated with lava lamps, Miller Lite coolers and wall-covering flags that nod to Combs’ North Carolina roots.

In his calm drawl, the burly and ginger-bearded   32-year-old laid out two choices.

“It’s either a hindrance," Combs said, "or we make it an experience.” 

Like weathering a snowstorm in May, Combs' unflinching dedication to his craft may be what fueled his ascent from a little-known singer to one of music's mightiest voices and a hitmaking force arguably unlike any seen out Nashville this century. From songwriting to setlists and fan experiences, he sweats small details — and it shows in the steadfast listeners who wholly accept him. 

He's a blue-collar hero for a new generation of country fans who see themselves in his rowdy tales and tender-hearted truths. And in Denver, he reached a pinnacle of touring success achieved only by an elite group of entertainers before him: stadium headliner. 

"It was, 'I have to go out and f***ing prove it every night,'" Combs said on building his show from bar sets in college towns to sold-out NFL stadiums. "That's what I'm gonna have to do. If I can get in a room with 50 people, guaranteed next time there's 100.

"...That felt very attainable, like every step was really, really small," he continued.

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Combs shared a big laugh and flashed self-aware smiles during the hour-plus interview. He often leaned forward on the couch, adjusting his ballcap or crossing arms as he talked. He added, "It wasn't like, 'I'm here. I have no songs. How do I become George Strait?'"

Gambling on his songs

Before 11 a.m. on the Wednesday ahead of Combs' return to Denver, music was already pouring out of bars that line Nashville's bustling Lower Broadway tourism district . The brunch-time riff crawling from Tootsie's Orchid Lounge would be recognizable by any Combs fan before the singer recites a growling chant that conquered country music three summers ago: "Long. Neck. Ice. Cold. Beer."

Combs isn't singing "Beer Never Broke My Heart" through a weekday morning shift at the honky-tonk, of course. His music just feels ever-present on the neon-soaked strip known for hooking tourists with big-name bars and boot sales.

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But like many Music Row hitmakers, Combs never worked the Lower Broadway circuit. He already cut his teeth in bars before packing his bags for Nashville in 2014.

At that time, Combs had dropped out of Appalachian State University to focus on songwriting and performing. He cultivated a modest independent following behind a handful of self-released songs. Combs continued touring the Southeast but skipped the cover band bar scene in Nashville.

Instead, he cemented a circle of collaborators with songwriting ambitions. 

"I felt like my time was better spent trying to write songs all the time, not making money," Combs said. "At least writing my own stuff, I'm trudging in the right direction, as slow and painful as it was."

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At first, Combs watched as his peers, some yet to play a show, signed development deals with record labels. Meanwhile, he "couldn't get someone to sniff around" his music, largely because he didn't look or sound much like the polished, pop-infused bro-country produced in the early 2010s. 

Then Chris Stapleton happened.

A bearded Kentuckian with a voice that could blow the roof off any venue, Stapleton rose behind 2015 album "Traveller" after a life-changing performance of "Tennessee Whiskey" with Justin Timberlake at the CMA Awards that year. 

He rewrote what it meant to look like a mainstream country star. 

"He opened the door for a guy that doesn't look like everyone else," Combs said. "This guy doesn't fit the mold of what was going on at that time."

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Eventually, good songs prevailed. Backed by a handful of believers , Combs inked a joint deal in 2016 with Sony Music Nashville imprint Columbia Records and then start-up River House Artists. 

He released his debut full-length "This One's For You" in July 2017. His sound — a tightrope of '90s country influence with modern, expertly-woven hooks and often a dash of arena rock confidence — quickly resonated.

The album started an unprecedented run. Combs sent  his first 14 radio singles  to No. 1 on Billboard's Country Airplay chart, a feat untouched by any other artist since the chart launched in 1990. Starting with debut single "Hurricane" in late 2016, he's yet to release a radio song that  hasn't  reached No. 1 on the chart.

And he brought along a handful of songwriters — Ray Fulcher, Thomas Archer and bandmate Rob Williford among them — to experience chart-topping success for the first time with him.

"For my first five singles, it was everyone's first No. 1," Combs said. "To be able to do that with people who wanted to write with me because they liked me as a guy or they believed in what I was doing, that's why I still write with 99% of the same folks. I didn't have a pot to piss in and they didn't either." 

By 2018, he reached one billion streams across digital platforms. That number increased to nearly three billion by mid-2019 and, at publication time, inched closer to 15 billion worldwide streams, according to the label. 

Combs landed last year at No. 9 on Billboard's year-end all-genre artist chart , one slot below Justin Bieber.

"The way he presents himself ... it's real," said Randy Goodman, chairman and CEO of Sony Music Nashville. "There's no posing. There's no 'I'm playing a character.' It's Luke, walking out there doing that. It really did open a door."

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‘I don’t deserve to win this, but I’m sure as hell glad that I did’

In 2019, Garth Brooks stepped on stage at Bridgestone Arena and named his successor to a spot he’s stood in more than any other in country music history – CMA Entertainer of the Year. 

Brooks humbly accepted the award that year, the last time he would hoist an Entertainer of the Year trophy. He  bowed out of the category indefinitely in 2020. 

And in that moment, Brooks tapped the bottom of his CMA trophy and told millions of at-home viewers who he believed would soon be etched into Nashville history. 

“Luke Combs, wherever you’re at, this has got your name on it in the future, hoss,” Brooks said on stage. “I can tell ya that right now.” 

Combs wasn’t nominated for the award that year. He wasn’t even in the room. 

Instead, Combs was deep inside Bridgestone Arena making press rounds after winning Male Vocalist of the Year moments before. Nonetheless, when he heard Brooks' gamble, he knew what to do: keep working. 

“It was like, man, a lot of pressure,” he said. “You better not blow it now.” 

It only took two years for CMA voters to cash in on the bet Brooks placed that night. Combs won Entertainer of the Year in 2021, accepting the award with tears in his eyes and a beaming wife watching from the audience.

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As Combs walked to the stage, Eric Church clapped in congratulations as he flashed a coy smile from behind his signature aviator shades. To win the award, he out-paced a field of modern Nashville titans: Church, Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert and Stapleton, who already won an armful of trophies earlier in the night. 

“I don’t deserve to win this,” Combs said from the stage, “but I’m sure as hell glad that I did.”

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Combs — a kid who picked up a guitar just a decade before winning country music’s highest honor — later asked himself: why me?

It wasn’t long ago that he practiced his strumming with Lambert and Church covers.

“There are absolutely multiple ways I look up to all these people,” Combs said. “And I know in my heart that, like, I’m not there yet. They don’t think of me the same way I think of them. And maybe that’s untrue. But that’s just the way I feel, personally. I feel like, how has Miranda Lambert not won that? How has Chris Stapleton not won that? How has Carrie Underwood not won that? 

“How did I do this? Why am I the guy?” 

Still, the same singer who questions his place in Music Row hierarchy doesn't flinch at holding tight to the spot he swiftly earned after Brooks' prediction. 

"It was like, 'My God.' What a huge moment I've achieved," Combs said. "No one can take that away from me. No one can take that away from my team. And I wanna win 10 more of 'em. That's the goal. Continue to push forward." 

But awards, streaming records and chart-topping albums? None of it happens without a legion of fans willing to follow Combs as he navigates an unexpected snowstorm of success.

Building Bootlegger nation 

As wet, heavy snow slipped off tree branches underneath a cool May sunshine in Denver, fans began to line the Mile High parking lots hours before gates opened on show night. 

Cars with plates that stretch from Kansas to California, Texas and South Dakota line the lots. After setting up beer coolers, games of bag toss and charcoal grills, many tailgaters hop in line for only-in-Denver merchandise or a quick selfie with a wiggling, inflatable tube donning Combs’ face. 

Whether they finished a 1,000-mile journey to Mile High or traveled down the street, these showgoers line the lots together, throwing down tailgates before settling in to share stories or sing a few songs. One couple traveled from Texas, an overdue Christmas present from husband to wife. Another group lined a dozen cars together for a blacktop party fueled by line dancing and Jell-o shots.  

Many wear shirts with “Bootlegger” etched across the chest, the name of Combs’ growing fanbase. 

As hard as he may campaign for the next dozen Entertainer of the Year awards, he’d likely toss each trophy into the Cumberland River if it meant doing right by the Bootleggers.

“In Nashville, the fans are sometimes the last people that are thought of and that always bugged me,” Combs said. “It’s [like], ‘How do we put you in a cool shirt and make you awesome?’ You’re focusing your energy on all the wrong stuff. And not that [this] stuff’s not important. It is. But the first thing that should be important are the people [who] come to your shows.” 

“That’s the focus. Those people’s experience is over-the-top important to me. I wanted to show them that we really care.” 

And whether he’s roleplaying country music’s Kris Kringle by tossing out free merchandise to tailgaters (yes, that happened) or hiking to the stadium’s top deck for a humbling view of the stage below, Combs doesn’t stray from a fan-first ethos that he and his team embrace. 

As a kid who could only afford nosebleed seats to concerts once or twice a summer, he knows the importance of an entertainment dollar. With that in mind, Combs and company curated a rolling convention of country songs, whiskey shots and like-minded fans that extends beyond a few hours on stage. 

On concert day, Combs enlisted tastemaking Nashville showcase Whiskey Jam to host a free parking lot stage featuring upcoming Nashville talent. The night before each stadium outing, Bootleggers could retreat to a local venue for the tour’s pre-party social, headlined by longtime Combs buddy Adam Church. 

And at each show, he holds a section of $25 tickets for those who are squeezed by parking, travel and concession prices. 

“We just try to think of everything we can to make people feel like we give a s*** about their experience and time and coming to this thing,” Combs said. “I think there’s people in the fan club that flew here from Scotland. I wouldn’t be OK letting somebody like that down. That’s a huge commitment. 

“We’ve wanted to create a community amongst the fans where they talk to each other – they become friends – because of the music.”

For manager Chris Kappy, Combs’ relationship with the Bootleggers can be described in one question: Who would they walk up to in a bar – Luke Combs or Bruce Springsteen? 

“They would have no problem walking up to Luke and asking him anything,” said Kappy, a Nashville outsider who gambled on Combs as a little-known singer in 2016. He since launched Make Wake Artists, a Music City firm breaking the mold of traditional management.

Kappy continued, “But they’re gonna be like, ‘I wouldn’t do that to Bruce.’ I think that's what the special part about Luke is. They’re like, ‘He’s just one of us. He’s us.’ He’s theirs. Those fans are like, ‘No, Luke’s our guy.’ That's the beauty of it. That's what makes him special is that he’s given himself to the fans. That’s special.” 

'Cares about what he does' 

Backstage minutes before his set at Mile High, Combs rolls back-and-forth on the balls of his feet. He's nervous to perform, but not in an "I can't handle the pressure" way. He just wants to hit the stage. 

Band members and crew gather in The Still to pour drinks, share jokes and pass around bear-like hugs. Jack Harlow, The Eagles and Eric Church play through a touring entertainment rig anchored by Combs' Xbox on one side of the room. On the other, a bar rig houses a chest of dark liquors, light beer and candy jars. 

Strands of patio light cast a glow on flags that line the greenroom walls — from nods to Combs' favorite Carolina Panthers and Appalachian State to illustrated mountains and a skeleton flashing a "peace" sign. A day earlier, Combs coyly described the room as his take on Millennial mall favorite Spencer's gift shop. 

For the first time in years, Combs isn't wearing his signature short-sleeve black Columbia button-down on stage. Instead, he's combating chilly temperatures with a pullover hoodie. Or, as Combs joked in a nod to late art-rock icon David Bowie, wearing sleeves marked a change wild enough to be described as the beginning of his "Ziggy Stardust" phase. 

Outside, roughly 53,000 people wait to grab hold of every word he'll sing.

They'll hold up cans of Miller Lite with his face on it and clutch old-time souvenir pennies — low-cost keepsakes crafted for Combs' inaugural stadium tour. 

Combs knows he won’t leave each ticket-buyer with a jaw-dropping impression, and that’s OK. 

“Not everyone’s gonna be like, ‘That was my favorite show ever, he’s the best guy ever,’” Combs said. “That’s unrealistic. You want some of those people, and I think we’ve achieved that. You also want people to go … ‘I really enjoyed that. That guy is talented and cares about what he does.’ That’s still the goal. I think that’s how we got to here.” 

And he’s backed by a cast of fellow underdogs who followed him from songwriting circles to stadium stages, including: Kappy, who never managed an artist before Combs; Ethan Strunk, a tour manager who Combs met when he tried to sell the singer a pair of shoes at Boot Barn inside Opry Mills mall; and Jake Sommers, Combs’ dedicated drummer who introduced himself at a one-off night inside Midtown bar Tin Roof before his career took off in earnest. 

They each punched a front-row ticket abroad   Combs' rocket from clubs to amphitheaters and arenas before taking a leap that few artists in any genre achieved as quickly as Combs did – sold-out stadiums.

Kappy thought he could’ve gotten there quicker, if it weren’t for the pandemic derailing live entertainment for most of 2020. 

“When we sold out two nights at Madison Square Garden on a Monday and a Tuesday in September of ‘19,” Kappy said, “I was like, ‘We’re ready to go. It’s time.’” 

Coming out of lockdown, Combs’ fast-climbing tour trajectory picked up where it left off. 

In 2021, a bounce-back year for live music, Combs landed at No. 13 for global ticket sales , according to trade publication Pollstar. He moved more than 520,000 tickets last year after returning to the road, Pollstar reported. Combs sold an estimated 115,000 tickets in one day when stadium shows went on sale in Denver, Atlanta and Seattle, per his team. 

Strunk was Combs’ first crew member in 2016, when he and the band toured out of an RV. Now, he’s one in a staff of more than 50 traveling in six tour buses.

“You don’t even know it’s happening,” Strunk said. “You’re opening for an artist in an amphitheater like Brantley Gilbert or Jason Aldean and the promoter’s tellin’ you, ‘People are here early. This is not normal. People don’t get here early for these shows.’ And you’re like, ‘Oh, OK. They wanna come see Luke. Awesome.’

“Next thing you know, we’re playing fairs in Ohio and Pennsylvania in the summer of 2017 and every one is breaking an attendance record," he added. "That’s when you’re like, ‘OK. This is a pretty big deal.’” 

So in Denver, when Combs brings together his band and crew for a pre-show huddle and swig of whiskey, he keeps his speech short. After this long, they know what's at stake.

“Big show, man,” Combs said as a dozen or so people raised cups around him. “If I gotta hype you up for this one, something’s wrong with ya. Seriously, insane. ... That’s the only thing I have to say.” 

Growin' up 

Kinetic energy builds as Combs walks a few hundred feet through a tunnel in the underbelly of Mile High to a towering stage. A rush of unseasonably cool May air hits the group on a small hike up the side ramp and into a shadowed wing behind the mammoth   platform.

Except for his wife of nearly two years, Nicole – who expected to give birth any day – Combs surrounds himself with those who’ve watched him take on each new stage of his career: Kappy, Strunk, his bandmates and mother, Rhonda Combs, who he helps tuck in an in-ear monitor moments before walking on stage.

The crowd jostles in anticipation, howling in waves with each fading song from the house mix. For most fans, collectable merchandise, cheap tickets and a tailgate party come second to one thing: The songs. 

Combs climbed the country charts and smashed streaming records with songs that expertly capture the lives of his listeners. His co-writing harnesses a down-home earnestness that resonates through each love-tinged ballad and hard-drinkin' party song. 

"When I started writing songs ... I wanted to write stuff that I felt like I wasn't hearing on the radio," Combs said. "That I felt like if I wasn't singing these, I would wanna listen to 'em if somebody else was singing 'em." 

He walks a line traveled by only a handful of country artists: Real enough to be accepted by listeners who often police authenticity in a format fueled by carbon-copied men; and commercial enough to dominate charts often polluted with the aforementioned copies. 

He's the kind of musician who can kick out a surprise duet with pop star Ed Sheeran, cut a song with bluegrass virtuoso Billy Strings or share session time with beloved Nashville artist Amanda Shires. 

And now, he's growin' up. 

Combs brings on tour this summer songs from a third full-length album, "Growin' Up." The 12-song collection hears Combs at times push his songwriting into an uncharted direction — like the inevitable open-road anthem with Miranda Lambert, "Outrunnin' Your Memory," the pensive, small-town tale "Middle Of Somewhere" or a curtain-closing nightcap "The Kind Of Love We Make."

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Behind a '70s rock groove Combs sets the scene on "The Kind Of Love We Make" for a candle-lit getaway most working couples dream of catching: "We've been burnin' both ends/ Keepin' the lights on/ So I've been thinkin' we need/ A little time alone ..." 

But he doesn't forget to take listeners to familiar territory, either. Combs serves up a dish of guitar-fried party music with country-rocker "Any Given Friday Night" and goes honky-tonkin' with backroad neon ripper "Ain't Far From It." 

On "Any Given Friday Night," Combs channels big riffs and a booming voice for another fist-pumping addition to his catalog. He sings, "Boys chase girls going 30 mile an hour/ Circle up at the Dairy Queen/ Later on the wild gets louder/ Like a rural route movie scene ... on any given Friday night." 

He cut roughly three dozen songs in a year-and-a-half for the album, only finalizing the tracklist after being told, "OK, we need the record, man." 

As the album title suggests, Combs balances a duality of being the same guy who brings an Xbox on tour and builds a full-proof baby nursery in his spare time.

"I wanna continue to grow as an artist," Combs said, adding: "In a lot of ways I love artists that change and in a lot of ways as a fan I'm like, 'How dare you change on me? How dare you explore your creativity?' ... I wanted this album to be dippin' the toe in the pool." 

He continued, "I want the fans to know, 'Hey, I wanna grow up with you.'" 

When Combs finally takes the stage in Denver, it shudders under the weight of excitement from thousands of cheers. He slowly walks past his band, taking in the view of glowing lights and ear-ringing approval as he grabs the microphone stand. 

The spotlight finds him as he starts to sing. 

The Bootleggers hang on every word, lifting him as a stadium of voices attending a country music communion. Whether it's 50 people or 50,000, they're his people — and come snowstorm or sunshine, he'll do his best by them. 

Like he sings in this "Doin' This," the night's opening number: "At the Grand Ole Opry or a show in some no-name town/ I'd still be doin' this if I wasn't doin' this." 

Luke Combs rattles stadium at Jacksonville concert, ready to come back and do it again

Luke Combs was midway through his Friday night show , standing front and center by himself on stage and playing one of his earliest songs, "This One's For You," just as he has in a thousand bars and clubs on his way to the top.

When he finished, a sly grin briefly crossed his face, signaling that he was as surprised as anyone to find Luke Combs headlining before 45,000 people at EverBank Stadium, and coming back the next night to do it again.

Combs poured his heart out onto the stage for nearly two hours Friday night, walking on stage to a recorded version of "Sweet Caroline" that had the crowd singing along so loud that there must have been noise complaints in San Marco.

Combs, who was playing at the Mavericks nightclub in the old Jacksonville Landing less than eight years ago, was at the top of a bill of country up-and-comers. He had four opening acts on Friday and will be back at the stadium Saturday to do it again, with a whole different cast of openers. It's fair to guess that more than a few fans who were at Friday's show were impressed enough to buy tickets for Saturday.

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Combs isn't a high-energy, tear-around-the-stage performer like Kenny Chesney, who is also headlining stadium tours. And he doesn't have decades worth of hits like George Strait , who brings his tour to the same stadium next week. That's what makes Combs drawing 90,000-plus fans over the weekend so impressive.

Combs became the hottest thing in country thanks to smart songwriting and a band that can absolutely rock and roll. He doesn't have a great voice, but he has a powerful one that had no trouble Friday reaching the folks in the nosebleed seats. If you needed further proof that the new generation of country has arrived, just look at the cover songs he chose to include in Friday night's set. He didn't play Hank Williams or George Jones when he wanted to salute his roots, he went to Brooks and Dunn's '90s hit "Brand New Man," Ed Sheeran's "Dive," Shania Twain's "Who's Bed Have Your Boots Been Under" and Dierks Bentley's "What Was I Thinking."

Combs, a Carolina Panthers fan, wisely wore a Jaguars hat for Friday's show, running through 25 songs and sticking around on stage well after the last number had run its course, shaking hands and signing autographs with fans on the field. He had the crowd on its feet and singing along from the moment he hit the stage to "Must've Never Been Me."

There's certainly a lot more rock in Combs' music than in, say, Strait's. Other than a little banjo or fiddle or pedal steel here and there, his band could easily be backing a heavy metal singer, with the guitar players in particular throwing thunderous riffs at the stadium all night.

Friday night's show was superbly paced, building up the excitement, then giving fans a chance to catch their breath with slow numbers like the tender "Man He Sees in Me" to a sea of waving cell phone lights, then cranking it right back up with big sing-alongs like "Hurricane" or stompers like "Cold as You." The tour has been playing back-to-back nights at stadiums around the country, and fans at Saturday's show can likely expect to see a lot of the same songs performed, just in a different order.

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Friday's show reached a fever pitch a little after 10 p.m. when the crowd sang along with every word to "Beautiful Crazy," then erupted at the first notes of "Fast Car," the old Tracy Chapman song that helped Combs learn to play guitar. If you could have predicted that song as a big country hit that would get 45,000 people on their feet, you probably ought to be playing the lottery more often.

The way country music develops its young artists, it's likely that one of the openers from Friday or Saturday's show is going to be headlining their own tours in the next year or two.

Who opened for Luke Combs in Jacksonville?

Friday's show opened with Texas five-piece band the Wilder Blue. The band kicked off the evening with a gorgeous National Anthem, then rolled right into its brief set highlighted by a spirited "Dixie Darlin'." Maybe 20 percent of the seats were filled when the band came on.

There was very little time between acts at the show. Wilder Blue walked off and an army of roadies hit the stage immediately. Less than 10 minutes later, the stage was set up for the next act, Hailey Whitters, and the crew was already tuning her guitars. Thirty five minutes after Wilder Blue started its set, Whitters was on stage doing hers.

Whitters, the reigning Academy of Country Music Awards New Female Artist of the Year , was by far the poppiest act on Friday, working the stage in a sundress, boots, long ponytail and what looked like a pretty good sunburn. "I'm freaking out seeing all y'all here," she said as the seats steadily filled. She's a strong songwriter and kept her numbers short and sweet to squeeze in as many as she could in the 26 minutes she was allotted. "Everything She Ain't" and her new single, "I'm in Love," were highlights.

West Virginian Charles Wesley Godwin followed, opening his set with his own "Cue Country Roads" and closing it with John Denver's "Country Roads." He and his band, the Allegheny High, have clearly been playing together for a while, with a real tight delivery and a knack for walking the fine line between rock and country, setting mandolin and banjo against a heavy beat.

Cody Jinks was Friday's final opener and was maybe too big for the role. He and his band, the Tone Deaf Hippies, played for about 45 minutes, but could have gone on much longer and no one would have minded. Jinks, looking menacing dressed in black with dark shades and a ferocious beard, opened with "Fast Hand," which featured a pedal steel solo leading into an organ solo, something you're not likely to find in country music or anywhere else. He has the stage presence of a guy who has played on a million stages and it doesn't matter to him one bit if there are 20 people or 45,000 watching.

The stadium was nearly full by the time Jinks got the crowd singing along to "Mamma's Song." His new single, "Outlaws and Mustangs," has everything it needs to become a big summertime smash. He was halfway through his set before it finally got dark enough for the light show to be noticeable, around the time he was playing "Must Be the Whiskey."

Who's opening for Luke Combs's Saturday show in Jacksonville?

Saturday's show starts at 5:45 p.m. Openers are Colby Acuff, Drew Parker, Mitchell Tenpenny and Jordan Davis.

Luke Combs Phoenix concerts: Everything to know if you're going to State Farm Stadium

C ountry Music Association Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs is playing 25 U.S. stadium shows in 2024 on his Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour, including two performances at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona , on Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1.

Special guests at Friday's show will be Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters (whose set last year at Country Thunder Arizona has me thinking you'd be foolish not to make it to the stadium on time) and the Wilder Blue.

Saturday's show will feature Jordan Davis, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff.

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The Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour launched with two shows in Milwaukee, where the Journal-Sentinel reviewer noted, "As a songwriter, as a storyteller, he's as polished as any of his peers in heavy rotation on country radio. But there's more soul and vulnerability in his voice, with just a touch of grit, than most of his centrist country star contemporaries."

The review went on to single out the star's "ability to make the stadium filled with 41,000 to 44,000 feel small, to make songs feel personal in that space" as his greatest strength.

Here's everything you need to know before you go to State Farm Stadium.

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When is the Luke Combs 2024 State Farm Stadium concert?

Luke Combs will play State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1.

Who is opening for Luke Combs at State Farm Stadium?

Several performers are opening for Luke Combs at State Farm Stadium in Glendale.

For the Friday concert, Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters and The Wilder Blue are opening. On Saturday, Jordan Davis, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff will open for Luke Combs.

What time does Luke Combs get on stage?

Here's the timetable:

• Parking lots open at 3 p.m.
• Plaza opens at 4 p.m.
• Gates open at 5 p.m.
• Concert starts at 5:30 p.m.

What time does State Farm Stadium open?

Gates open at 5 p.m. Fans are encouraged to show up as early as possible to avoid potential delays at the gates as you get closer to show time. The concert starts at 5:30 p.m. 

Motorists should expect congestion, especially during rush hour. Allow ample drive time and arrive no later than 5 p.m. to minimize the potential for delays.

Where is State Farm Stadium?

State Farm Stadium is off Loop 101 between Cardinals Way/Bethany Home Road and Glendale Avenue in the Glendale Sports and Entertainment District. 

The street address is 1 Cardinals Way, and typing "State Farm Stadium" into your phone will yield the same result, which may not be as helpful as you think.

In fact, fans are encouraged to avoid their favorite apps when approaching the stadium, as they do not take into account special road closures, traffic patterns and access routes allocated to specific carparks. Using these apps could result in a longer commute.

The stadium website encourages ticketholders to use the directions on the parking pass purchased at  SeatGeek.com , as this accounts for road closures and event-specific diversions. 

How to get to State Farm Stadium for the Rolling Stones

The State Farm Stadium website offers these directions:

From the south:  Take Loop 101 north, exit at Bethany Home Road/Cardinals Way and turn right off the exit. State Farm Stadium is on the left.

From the north:  Take Loop 101 south, exit at Glendale Avenue and turn right onto Glendale Avenue. Make the first left onto 99th Avenue and left onto Maryland Avenue and continue over the bridge. State Farm Stadium is on the right.

From the East Valley using Interstate 10:  Follow I-10 west to Loop 101 north. Exit at Bethany Home Road/Cardinals Way and turn right off the exit. State Farm Stadium is on the left.

From the East Valley using surface streets:  Take Glendale Avenue west to 91st Avenue. Turn left onto 91st Avenue. State Farm Stadium is on the right.

From the West Valley using I-10:  Follow I-10 east to Loop 101 north. Exit at Bethany Home Road/Cardinals Way and turn right off the exit. State Farm Stadium is on the left.

From the West Valley using surface streets:  Take Glendale Avenue east to 95th Avenue. Turn right on 95th Avenue and follow it south. State Farm Stadium is on the left.

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Tickets are available through  SeatGeek , starting at $49 for Friday's performance , and $66 for Saturday .

Is State Farm Stadium air-conditioned?

Yes, State Farm Stadium is air-conditioned. 

Will the State Farm Stadium roof be open?

The roof will not be open.

Can I bring a seat cushion or blanket to State Farm Stadium?

Yes. One-piece foam seat cushions no larger than 18 inches without pockets, zippers or concealable areas are permitted.

Additional clothing, blankets, etc., are permitted if carried loosely or in an approved clear bag. Blankets should be carried over the shoulder to be screened more quickly.

State Farm Stadium security

Metal detector screening and a search of all bags and other items will take place at stadium gates. There are no provisions to store or safeguard prohibited bags. Guests will be asked to return prohibited items to their cars. 

State Farm Stadium water bottle policy

You can bring in one factory-sealed, non-frozen 500ml (16.9 ounce) bottle of plain water. Sports drinks and flavored water are not permitted.

Glass bottles, cans and vacuum bottles also are not allowed.

State Farm Stadium prohibited items

The following items are not permitted inside State Farm Stadium:

• Aerosol cans.
• Alcoholic beverages.
• Animals (except for documented service animals).
• Bags that do not meet NFL guidelines (must be clear and smaller than 12 by 12 by 6 inches).
• Banners or signs larger than 3 feet by 2 feet.
• Beverages other than one factory-sealed, non-frozen 500ml (16.9 ounce) bottle of plain water. Sports drinks and flavored water are not permitted.
• Beverage containers — glass bottles, cans and vacuum bottles.
• Cameras with professional lenses, tripods/monopods and iPads.
• Chewing tobacco.
• E-cigarettes/vaporizer pens.
• Clothing deemed obscene or indecent in a public setting.
• Coolers of any kind.
• Food (unless used for children younger than 2).
• Footballs and beach balls (inflated or deflated).
• Illegal drugs.
• Laptop computers.
• Laser pointers.
• Noisemakers of any kind (whistles, horns, bells, etc.).
• Poles or sticks of any kind, including selfie sticks and brooms.
• Seat cushions except those that are one piece and have no zippers, pockets or concealable areas.
• Golf carts, skateboards, rollerblades or hoverboards.
• Umbrellas larger than 12 inches in length.
• Unmanned aircraft systems (drones, etc.).
• Video cameras (single purpose).
• Weapons of any kind including, but not limited to, firearms and knives.
• Any item deemed inappropriate or hazardous by stadium security.

State Farm Stadium bag policy for concerts

The NFL clear bag policy is enforced for all events at State Farm Stadium. Fans are encouraged to bring no bags, but the following will be permitted:  

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12 by 12 by 6 inches. This includes clear backpacks, fanny packs and cinch bags.
• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc or similar).
• Small clutch bags, with a maximum size of 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches, with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one clear bag.
• Exceptions for medically necessary items will be made after inspection at a gate designated for this purpose.

What songs is Luke Combs playing on tour?

This is what Combs played on opening night in Milwaukee, April 12, 2024:

• ”Must’ve Never Met You”
• ”She Got the Best of Me”
• ”Lovin’ on You”
• ”My Kinda Folk”
• ”Brand New Man” (Brooks & Dunn cover)
• ”One Number Away”
• ”Houston, We Got a Problem”
• ”The Man He Sees in Me”
• ”This One’s for You”
• ”Going, Going, Gone”
• ”Dive” (Ed Sheeran cover)
• ”Whose Bed Have You Boots Been Under?” (Shania Twain cover)/“Drops of Jupiter” (Train cover)/“What Was I Thinkin’?” (Dierks Bentley cover)
• ”Where the Wild Things Are”
• "Love You Anyway"
• "Forever After All"
• "Beautiful Crazy"
• "Fast Car" (Tracy Chapman cover)
• "Hurricane"
• "Cold As You"
• "When It Rains It Pours"
• "1, 2 Many"
• "Beer Never Broke My Heart"
• "Better Together"
• "The Kind of Love We Make"

Is State Farm Stadium a cashless venue?

Yes. Cash is not accepted at State Farm Stadium.

Lost and found at State Farm Stadium

Report lost items by filling out  the form at statefarmstadium.com . In the Item Description section, provide as much information as possible. If an item is turned in that matches your description, you will be contacted.

Luke Combs 2024 tour at State Farm Stadium in Glendale

When:  5:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 31-June 1.

Where:  State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Way, Glendale.

Admission:  $49 and up.

Details:  800-745-3000,  SeatGeek.com .

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These are some of the biggest concerts near Des Moines in 2024, from Jelly Roll to Post Malone

Wherever your music tastes lie — angsty pop about breakups, with veteran country musicians, or lyrics that skew toward storytelling — there’s likely a show for you happening right here in Iowa. Here is a list of some of the biggest concerts coming to the Des Moines metro each month, and a few you might want to consider traveling for. This list will be updated, so visit it each month to see the latest.

80/35 Music Festival, July 12-12

80/35 Music Festival is back, but not in downtown Des Moines. The Des Moines Music Coalition's festival will be held at Water Works Park for the first time . Over three dozen regional and national acts will keep attendees busy throughout the festival. Headliners this year are Grammy-winning rapper Killer Mike on Saturday and rock band OK Go on Friday.

Where: Water Works Park, 2251 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines

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Tickets: Some programming is free at 80/35 Music Festival. Visit 80-35.com for a full list of ticket prices and packages.

Luke Combs, July 13

Kicking off Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend is country star and CMA Entertainer of the Year winner Luke Combs. His newest album, “Gettin’ Old,” includes his remake of Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car,” which earned Combs his seventh Grammy Award nomination. “The Kind of Love We Make” and “Beer Never Broke My Heart” are among his catalog of hits.

Where: Iowa Speedway, 3333 Rusty Wallace Drive, Newton

Tickets: Start at $85 at hyveeindycarweekend.com .

More: IndyCar race lands a top country singer, R&B and hip hop star to bookend the Iowa 2024 races

Post Malone, July 14

“Congratulations,” Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend concertgoers. Post Malone closes out the doubleheader weekend , bringing his blend of rap and pop that includes hits “Circles” and “rockstar” featuring 21 Savage.

Ludacris, July 14

The "What's Your Fantasy" and "Stand Up" rapper returns to Des Moines as part of the Field Daze Music Series. Ludacris, who portrays Tej Parker in the "Fast and Furious" franchise, previously performed at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand in August 2023.

Tickets: Start at $49 at axs.com .

Thirty Seconds to Mars, July 20

Jared and Shannon Leto bring rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars to Waukee after releasing their new album, "It's the End of the World but It's a Beautiful Day," last year. The band is known for "The Kill (Bury Me)," "This is War" and "Seasons," forming more than two decades ago in Los Angeles.

Where: Vibrant Music Hall, 2938 Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee

Tickets: Start at $51 at livenation.com .

Maren Morris, July 26

"My Church" singer Maren Morris returns to Iowa nearly a year after her Iowa State Fair Grandstand concert in 2023. For every ticket sold for the country singer's show, $1 will be donated directly to LGBTQ organizations serving youth in their communities in partnership with nonprofit and LGBTQ support organization the  Ally Coalition , according to Live Nation.

Tickets: Start at $54 at livenation.com .

Barry Manilow, Aug. 1

See the 15-time Grammy-nominated performer during what is described as his last concert in Des Moines. Barry Manilow's artistry has spanned theater with the musical “Copacabana” to television specials and music, with chart toppers “I Write The Songs,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Could It Be Magic,” “Mandy” and more.

Where: Wells Fargo Arena, 233 Center St., Des Moines

Tickets: Start at $19.50 at hyveetix.com .

Hinterland Music Festival, Aug. 2-4

Take Irish singer-songwriter Hozier of “Take Me to Church” fame, add alternative Grammy winners Vampire Weekend and pair it with rising star Noah Kahan and what do you get? Three days worth of impressive headliners for the Iowa music festival . Joining the lineup are masked country singer Orville Peck, singer-songwriter Lizzy McAlpine, pop musician Chappell Roan and more than a dozen more artists.

Where: Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater, 3357 St. Charles Road, St. Charles

Tickets: Start at $145 for Saturday only at hinterlandiowa.com . All other tickets sold out.

More: Hinterland Music Festival in St. Charles just dropped its 2024 lineup. See who's headlining.

Iowa State Fair Grandstand concerts, Aug. 8-18

Here are the performers announced for the Iowa State Fair Grandstand so far: Christian country-pop performer Lauren Daigle ; rock band Foreigner with special guest Melissa Etheridge , rap-turned-country star Jelly Roll ; rockers Mötley Crüe ; country musician Thomas Rhett ; R&B singer Ne-Yo ; The Avett Brothers with ’90s alternative hip-hop band G.Love & Special Sauce; rockers Greta Van Fleet ; country artist Brett Young ; and the family-friendly music brand Kidz Bop .

Where: Iowa State Fairgrounds, 3000 E. Grand Ave., Des Moines

Tickets: iowastatefair.org

More: Iowa State Fair announces the final two concerts on the Grandstand. How to get tickets.

Smashing Pumpkins, Aug. 20

Veteran alt-rockers and Grammy Award winners the Smashing Pumpkins are bringing "The World Is A Vampire Tour" to Waukee. Spanning dream pop, progressive rock and psychedelic, the band led by Billy Corgan has a discography that spans several decades. Some of their hits include "1979," "Tonight, Tonight" and "Ava Adore."

Where: Vibrant Music Hall, 2938 Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee  

Tickets: Start at $118 at livenation.com .

Luke Bryan, Aug. 24

Country superstar Luke Bryan returns to Iowa after his Farm Tour, which included a show at the Schnell Family Farms in Colfax . The "American Idol" judge known for songs such as "Huntin," Fishin,' and Lovin'," "Country Girl (Shake It For Me)," "That's My Kind of Night," and "I Don't Want This Night To End" brings his “Mind of a Country Boy Tour” to the arena.

Tickets: Start at $39.75 at hyveetix.com .

Phantogram, Sept. 10

New York duo Phantogram of "Black Out Days," "Fall In Love" and "When I'm Small" bring electronic-pop to West Des Moines. Phantogram's newest single, "All A Mystery," was released at the end of May .

Where: Val Air Ballroom, 301 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines

Tickets: Start at $31 at axs.com .

Sum 41, Sept. 12

Canadian rockers Sum 41 are coming to Waukee. Sum 41, which got its start in the late 1990s, released hit "Fat Lip" in addition to "In Too Deep" and "Still Waiting." The band announced last year they'd disband after the release of album "Heaven :x: Hell" and their subsequent tour.

Tickets: Start at $64 at concerts.livenation.com .

Cage the Elephant, Sept. 13

“Come a Little Closer” to the stage when Cage the Elephant takes over Wells Fargo Arena in September. Cage the Elephant was formed in 2006 in Kentucky and are behind songs “Shake Me Down” and “Ain’t No Rest For The Wicked."

Tickets: Start at $29.50 at hyveetix.com .

Blues Traveler, Sept. 14

Celebrate 30 years of Blues Traveler's album, "Four," when the blues-rock act head to the Val Air Ballroom. The band got its start in the late 1980s and is behind the Grammy-winning hit , "Run-Around," to "Hook," "But Anyway," "Carolina Blues" and more.

Tickets: Start at $45 at axs.com .

Knotfest, Sept. 21

Knotfest, the heavy metal music festival, returns to Des Moines with headliners and creators, Slipknot. The lineup includes Till Lindemann from Rammstein, hardcore/metal forerunners Knocked Loose, heavy metal act GWAR and more. This year marks 25 years since Slipknot released their self-titled debut album.

Where: Water Works Park, 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines

Tickets: Start at $125 on knotfest.com .

More: Slipknot celebrates 25 years by bringing Knotfest back to Des Moines

KC and the Sunshine Band, Sept. 21

Behind enduring hits such as "Get Down Tonight," "That's The Way (I Like It)" and "Shake Your Booty," KC and the Sunshine Band emerged in the 1970s with funky, disco songs. In recent years, the Grammy-winning band has released a cover album and Christmas music album.

Where: Hoyt Sherman Place, 1501 Woodland Ave., Des Moines

Tickets: Start at $56 at ticketmaster.com .

Dashboard Confessional, Sept. 25

The popular alternative band of the 2000s Dashboard Confessional is behind hits "Hands Down," "Vindicated," "Stolen" and "Screaming Infidelities." It's also one of the first bands that Sam Summers, who owns the Val Air Ballroom, ever booked.

Tickets: Start at $52.50 at axs.com .

More: Fabled landmark Val Air Ballroom that entertained generations returns in West Des Moines

For King + Country, Oct. 5

Christian-pop duo For King + Country comes to Des Moines as part of the “For King and County Live: The Unsung Hero 2024 Tour.” The Grammy-winning group, composed of Australian brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, are behind songs “God Only Knows,” “For God Is With Us” and “Burn The Ships.”

Tickets: Start at $26.99 at hyveetix.com .

Alabama, Oct. 19

The award-winning, veteran act Alabama will bring country rock to the Wells Fargo Arena in October . The Country Music Hall of Famers are behind the songs “Dixieland Delight,” “Mountain Music,” “Song of the South” and dozens more.

Pink, Oct. 24

Grammy Award winner Pink is bringing her "Trustfall" tour to Des Moines in October. The pop star behind "So What," "Raise Your Glass" and "What About Us" is supporting a Des Moines organization with her concert, too. A portion of proceeds from the show will support Girls Rock! Des Moines, which describes its mission to empower girls and women, nonbinary and transgender youth and adults through “self-expression, creative agency, and mentoring in music and arts-based education, collaboration, performance, and production."

Tickets: Start at $61 at hyveetix.com .

Drive-By Truckers, Oct. 29

Georgia rockers Drive-By Truckers, the band behind "Bob," "Gravity's Gone" and "My Sweet Annette," head to the Val Air Ballroom on their "Southern Rock Opera Revisited" tour, an ode to the album of the same name that was released two decades ago. Expect to hear songs from the album as well as a short encore set that'll be different each show , according to the band.

Tickets: Start at $35 at axs.com .

Billie Eilish, Nov. 17

Grammy-winning musician Billie Eilish takes her "Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour" to Omaha, Nebraska. Iowans up for the drive will get to hear the "What Was I Made For?" and "Bad Guy" singer live.

Where: CHI Health Center, 455 N. Tenth St., Omaha, Nebraska

Tickets: At ticketmaster.com .

Heart, Nov. 19

Heart, the rock band fronted by the Wilson sisters, will bring years of hits when it comes to Wells Fargo Arena in November. Behind enduring hits “Barracuda,” “Crazy on You” and “Magic Man,” Heart’s current lineup includes Nancy and Ann Wilson, Ryan Wariner, Ryan Waters, Paul Moak, Tony Lucido and Sean T. Lane.

Tickets: Start at $35 at hyveetix.com .

ZZ Top, Nov. 21

Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and veteran rockers from Texas, ZZ Top brings Iowans their vault of classics, including "La Grange," "Tush," "Sharp Dressed Man" and more.

Tickets: Start at $81 at livenation.com .

Paris Barraza covers entertainment, lifestyle and arts at the Des Moines Register. Reach her at  [email protected] . Follow her on Twitter @ParisBarraza.

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Luke Combs Says It Was "Really Hard" To Miss His Son's Birth

"I had a text from my wife. And it said, 'I'm so sorry, I really tried to not have the baby while you're gone’."

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Being a wildly successful country star playing music around the world certainly has its perks, but constant touring has one big downside: missing major life events. That’s what happened to Luke Combs and he’s still reeling from it. 

The North Carolina native stopped by Zane Lowe’s podcast on Apple Music to discuss his latest album, Fathers & Sons . As the title suggests, the album has Combs reflecting on fatherhood and being a parent to his two kids, Tex and Beau. During their conversation about the album, Combs revealed a painful moment that came on one of the happiest days of his life. 

Combs was on tour in Australia when his wife, Nicole , went into labor with Beau two-and-a-half weeks early. "I probably woke up at around 8:00 AM or something like that, Australia time, and I had a text from my wife. And it said, 'I'm so sorry, I really tried to not have the baby while you're gone’," Combs, audibly and visibly choked up with emotion, recounted on the podcast.

Combs was on the other side of the world and couldn't fly the 18 hours to be home and was not able to be there for his wife or to meet his newborn child. “I was supposed to be home and I wasn't,” Combs said on the show. The memory seems to haunt him a bit. “I haven't really told anybody that," Combs told Lowe on the podcast. "I didn't cover that too much in this album because it's really hard for me to deal with."

He went on to say that while it was a "hard day, But God I was lucky. A lot of my closest friends now work for me so I had a really great support system."

Fathers & Sons is out now.

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From About You Decor … Our design is a symbol of dawn and a distant endless horizon. Ahead is a long, happy life without any borders. An international couple, Pavel and Cherry, met in London and have been walking together for many years.

From the Bride, Cherry… My husband and I we decided to have our summer wedding in Moscow because the city is where his roots are. As we knew we were going to have the other wedding ceremony in China, we wanted our Moscow one to be very personal and intimate. We’ve known each other since we were fourteen, together with many of our friends whom we’ve also known for a decade.

I didn’t want to walk down the aisle twice so the plausibility of my request quickly came into discussion. The open pontoon stage was constructed in order to facilitate the bridal entrance on water, although there were concerns about safety as the last thing we wanted was probably a drowned bride before she could get on stage, picture that! I have to say on that day it wasn’t easy to get on the pontoon stage from the boat, in my long gown and high heels. Luckily my bridesmaids still noticed even though they stood the furthest from me on the stage, and helped me out without prior rehearsal. My girls could just tell whenever I needed a hand or maybe they were just so used to my clumsiness. Who knows 😂

We all love our photographer Julia! She’s so talented and her style is so unique. Our beloved host Alex is exceptional who made everyone laugh and cry. It was truly a blessing to have so many kind and beautiful souls on our big day. Thank you all!

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From Sonya Khegay … It was the last day of April and still very cold in the morning. The weather forecast wasn’t pleasing and no one expected that the sun would come out, but miracles happen and light rain gave way to the warm rays.

I love how all the details went together, you could feel the harmony in everything throughout the entire wedding day from the morning until the fireworks.

A gentle look of the bride, elegant but so airy and unique decor, the fresh and light atmosphere of early spring and, of course, true happiness in the eyes. My heart becomes so warm from these memories, it is always a pleasure to see the birth of a new family of two loving hearts.

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At the end of ceremony the guests tossed up white handkerchiefs embroidered by Natalia’s own hands.

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Later, when we had chosen a green meadow and an uncovered pavilion overlooking a lake as the project site, it only highlighted a light summer mood with colorful florals and a great number of natural woods. The name of the site is Fox Lodge and peach-orange color, as one of the Bride’s favorites, set the tone for the whole design – from the invitations, in which we used images of fox cubs to elements of serving guest tables and other decorative elements with the corresponding bright accents.

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