Some of the music industry’s heaviest hitters are making their way to Derby City this summer.
From Beyoncé’s era-bending stadium show to Barry Manilow, here are the biggest concerts happening in LOU ahead of Bourbon & Beyond + Louder Than Life this September.
KFC Yum! Center
Stevie Nicks, Tuesday, June 27
Nicole Atkins will open for this legendary two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer known for her time with Fleetwood Mac and successful solo career. Leather and lace encouraged.
Top Billboard hit: “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around”
Alicia Keys, Thursday, July 20
On the heels of her world tour, this 14-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist is bringing a redesigned, 360-degree production to the stage.
Top Billboard hit: “If I Ain’t Got You”
The Chicks, Tuesday, July 25
See the classic country group that became the first female band in chart history to have three No. 1 albums.
Top Billboard hit: “Long Time Gone”
Barry Manilow, Monday, Aug. 21
No one sings a romance ballad quite like this pop singer whose career dates back to 1964.
Top Billboard hit: “I Write The Songs”
Lil Baby, Friday, Sept. 8
This 28-year-old Atlanta, GA rapper rose to mainstream succession in 2017 after the release of his mixtape, “Perfect Timing” — and his been topping charts ever since.
Top Billboard hit: “For The Night”
L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
Beyoncé, Monday, July 17
No introduction needed for Queen Bey, whose “Renaissance” album tour includes dancing robots.
Top Billboard hit: “Cuff It”
Iroquois Amphitheater
America, Tuesday, Aug. 1
They’ve been to the desert on “A Horse with No Name,” and now this 1970s British-American rock band is coming to Iroquois Park.
Top Billboard hit: “You Can Do Magic”
The Louisville Palace
The Doobie Brothers, Saturday, July 1
This four-piece rock band, whose 14 studio albums include six top-ten chart appearances, is celebrating their 50th anniversary on tour.
Top Billboard hit: “What A Fool Believes”