In a remarkable feat, the renowned GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist, lyricist, and instrumentalist, Billy Strings, clinched the coveted title of Entertainer of the Year at the 34th Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards, marking his third consecutive triumph in this prestigious category.
This well-deserved recognition amplifies the brilliance of another exceptional year for Strings. Furthermore, he continues to embark on an extensive headline tour throughout autumn.
As he travels the United States, his upcoming tour destinations encompass a diverse range of venues, including Portland’s Moda Center for two nights, Seattle’s WAMU Theater, Stanford’s Frost Amphitheater for two nights, Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena for two nights, Pittsburgh’s Petersen Events Center for two nights, Syracuse’s Oncenter War Memorial, and New Orleans’ UNO Lakefront Arena for three nights, among numerous others. The complete itinerary is provided below.
Born in Michigan and currently based in Nashville, Strings recently unveiled his collaboration with the legendary artist Willie Nelson, titled “California Sober.” This marks his first release since joining forces with the Reprise Records label.
This collaborative endeavor follows Strings’ most recent full-length album, Me/And/Dad, which was launched last autumn. The album features Strings alongside his father, Terry Barber, and brings to life their longtime dream. It includes fresh interpretations of fourteen cherished bluegrass and country classics that the duo has been performing together since Strings was a young child.
Since his debut in 2017, Strings has accumulated numerous accolades, including the title of Best Bluegrass Album at the 63rd Grammy Awards; Artist of the Year at the 2022 Americana Music Awards; Entertainer of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2022 International Bluegrass Music Awards.
(headline image: Billy Strings – Photo by Jesse Faatz)
BILLY STRINGS 2023 CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
October 6—Stanford, CA—Frost Amphitheater
October 7—Stanford, CA—Frost Amphitheater
October 8—Stateline, NV—Tahoe Event Center
October 10—West Valley City, UT—Maverik Center
October 13—Independence, MO—Cable Dahmer Arena
October 14—Independence, MO—Cable Dahmer Arena
October 31—Grand Rapids, MI—Van Andel Arena
November 6—Amsterdam, Netherlands—Paradiso (SOLD OUT)
November 7—Amsterdam, Netherlands—Paradiso (SOLD OUT)
November 8—Antwerp, Belgium—De Roma
November 10—Cologne, Germany—Carlswerk Victoria
November 11—Luxembourg, Luxembourg—den Atelier
November 12—Munich, Germany—Neue Theaterfabrik
November 14—Paris, France—La Cigale
November 15—London, U.K.—Roundhouse
November 17—Manchester, U.K.—Manchester Academy
November 18—Glasgow, U.K.—O2 Academy Glasgow
November 19—Birmingham, U.K.—O2 Academy
December 6—Greensboro, NC—Greensboro Coliseum (SOLD OUT)
December 8—Baltimore, MD—CFG Bank Arena
December 9—Baltimore, MD—CFG Bank Arena
December 12—Pittsburgh, PA—Petersen Events Center
December 13—Pittsburgh, PA—Petersen Events Center
December 15—Wilkes-Barre, PA—Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza
December 16—Syracuse, NY—Oncenter War Memorial (SOLD OUT)
December 29—New Orleans, LA—UNO Lakefront Arena
December 30—New Orleans, LA—UNO Lakefront Arena
December 31—New Orleans, LA—UNO Lakefront Arena
June 22—Columbus, OH—Buckeye Country Superfest
June 23—Columbus, OH—Buckeye Country Superfest
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