The Ultimate Guide to 2025’s Most Anticipated Artists and Tours

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2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year in music, with legendary acts, genre-defining artists, and thrilling tours across the globe. Here’s a breakdown of the most anticipated performers and their plans for the year.

AC/DC

  • 13 concerts through May 28, 2025.
  • Hard Rock/Heavy Metal legends embark on their first U.S. tour in nine years.

Andrea Bocelli

  • 33 concerts through April 1, 2026.
  • Classical icon continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Avenged Sevenfold

  • 9 concerts through September 1, 2025.
  • Heavy Metal favorites bring their electrifying stage presence to select cities.

Billie Eilish

  • 52 concerts through July 27, 2025.
  • The pop superstar kicks off her Hit Me Hard and Soft 2025 Tour.

Billy Joel

  • 13 concerts through August 8, 2025.
  • A piano man still delighting fans with timeless hits.

Bryan Adams

  • 56 concerts through August 13, 2025.
  • A Pop/Sof Rock mainstay with a massive tour planned for 2025.

Bruce Springsteen

  • 16 concerts through July 3, 2025.
  • The Boss continues his world tour, hitting major cities across Europe.

Chicago – The Band

  • 24 concerts through September 5, 2025.
  • The timeless pop-rock group keeps delivering their greatest hits live.

Coldplay

  • 38 concerts through September 8, 2025.
  • The Music of the Spheres 2025 Tour dazzles fans globally.

Def Leppard

  • 3 concerts through August 16, 2025.
  • Rock icons bring their signature sound to select cities.

Disturbed

  • 35 concerts through May 19, 2025.
  • Heavy Metal titans continue their journey with a bold tour.

Drake

  • 13 concerts through March 1, 2025.
  • Hip-Hop superstar dominates stages with his chart-topping tracks.

Duran Duran

  • 2 concerts through January 2, 2025.
  • Pop music icons bring their hits to a select few venues.

Eagles

  • 16 concerts through April 12, 2025.
  • Soft rock legends extend their Las Vegas residency.

Ed Sheeran

  • 35 concerts through September 7, 2025.
  • The Mathematics Tour continues, blending heartfelt ballads with high-energy performances.

Eric Clapton

  • 4 concerts through May 24, 2025.
  • Blues-rock virtuoso graces intimate venues with timeless classics.

Foreigner

  • 17 concerts through October 11, 2025.
  • A farewell tour celebrating their legendary catalog.

Guns N’ Roses

  • 21 concerts through July 28, 2025.
  • Rock icons embark on a global trek featuring their classic lineup.

Imagine Dragons

  • 20 concerts through July 26, 2025.
  • Alt-rock innovators continue their captivating live shows.

Iron Maiden

  • 31 concerts through August 2, 2025.
  • Celebrating their 50th anniversary with the Run For Your Lives World Tour.

Journey

  • 2 concerts through March 12, 2025.
  • Soft rock icons return to the stage for limited performances.

Katy Perry

  • 34 concerts through October 14, 2025.
  • The Lifetimes Tour delivers her iconic pop hits and theatrical flair.

Lana Del Rey

  • 6 concerts through July 3, 2025.
  • The indie-pop queen enchants audiences with her melancholic melodies.

Linkin Park

  • 44 concerts through September 24, 2025.
  • Alt-rock pioneers return with an expansive global tour.

Maroon 5

  • 18 concerts through July 11, 2025.
  • Chart-topping pop-rock band keeps the hits coming live.

Metallica

  • 25 concerts through November 19, 2025.
  • Heavy metal legends bring their M72 World Tour to new heights.

Rod Stewart

  • 49 concerts through August 15, 2025.
  • The iconic performer continues his farewell One Last Time tour.

Slipknot

  • 11 concerts through June 23, 2025.
  • Heavy metal juggernauts light up stages with their chaotic energy.

Sting

  • 38 concerts through October 20, 2025.
  • The rock legend serenades audiences with his soulful hits.

The Killers

  • 4 concerts through February 21, 2025.
  • Indie rockers kick off a limited tour leg.

The Weeknd

  • 1 concert on January 25, 2025.
  • The R&B superstar promises a memorable performance for fans.

Usher

  • 25 concerts through August 13, 2026.
  • The R&B legend continues his Past Present Future tour.