Following their Super Bowl Halftime Show, 22-time Grammy Award winner, Kendrick Lamar and five-time Grammy Award winner, SZA announced that they will be performing at 13 stadiums throughout Europe and the UK this summer as part of their Grand National Tour, which is presented by Live Nation, pgLang, and Top Dawg Entertainment.
Kendrick Lamar’s sixth studio album, ‘GNX’ (2024), delves into themes of legacy, ambition, and the complexities of fame, reflecting Lamar’s personal and professional journey. The production blends elements of jazz, trap, neo-soul, and mariachi influences, showcasing Lamar’s innovative approach to hip-hop. Critically acclaimed, ‘GNX’ (2024) debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, marking Lamar’s fifth chart-topping album.
Kendrick Lamar is widely regarded as one of the most influential and critically acclaimed rappers of his generation. Hailing from Compton, California, he rose to prominence with his masterful storytelling, intricate lyricism, and socially conscious themes that resonate across generations. His breakthrough album, ‘good kid, m.A.A.d city’ (2012), was a cinematic masterpiece that painted a vivid picture of his experiences growing up in a challenging environment. The album’s raw authenticity and narrative depth set the stage for Lamar’s continued evolution as an artist.
His subsequent projects, including ‘To Pimp a Butterfly’ (2015) and ‘DAMN.’ (2017), further cemented his reputation as a boundary-pushing innovator. ‘To Pimp a Butterfly’ (2015) blended jazz, funk, and hip-hop, tackling themes of systemic racism, self-love, and black identity with poetic brilliance. Meanwhile, ‘DAMN.’ (2017) delivered a more stripped-down yet equally impactful approach, exploring fate, morality, and resilience. His ability to merge commercial success with profound social commentary has earned him multiple Grammy Awards and, notably, a Pulitzer Prize for Music—an unprecedented achievement in hip-hop.
Beyond his music, Kendrick Lamar has maintained a strong presence as a cultural leader, using his platform to advocate for social justice and inspire change. Whether through his evocative lyrics, thought-provoking interviews, or philanthropic efforts, he continues to challenge the status quo and push hip-hop into uncharted territories.
TICKETS: Various pre-sales available Wednesday, 12th February through 13th February. General on sale starts Friday, 14th February at 9am local time on grandnationaltour.com
TOUR DATES:
New Dates in Bold
Apr 19 – Minneapolis, MN – U.S. Bank Stadium
Apr 23 – Houston, TX – NRG Stadium
Apr 26 – Arlington, TX – AT&T Stadium
Apr 29 – Atlanta, GA – Mercedes Benz Stadium
May 03 – Charlotte, NC – Bank of America Stadium
May 05 – Philadelphia, PA – Lincoln Financial Field
May 08 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium
May 09 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium
May 12 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium
May 17 – Seattle, WA – Lumen Field
May 21 – Los Angeles, CA – SoFi Stadium
May 23 – Los Angeles, CA – SoFi Stadium
May 27 – Glendale, AZ – State Farm Stadium
May 29 – San Francisco, CA – Oracle Park
May 31 – Las Vegas, NV – Allegiant Stadium
Jun 04 – St. Louis, MO – The Dome at America’s Center
Jun 06 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field
Jun 10 – Detroit, MI – Ford Field
Jun 12 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre
Jun 16 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Jun 18 – Washington, DC – Northwest Stadium
Jul 02 – Cologne, Germany – RheinEnergieSTADION
Jul 04 – Frankfurt, Germany – Deutsche Bank Park
Jul 08 – Glasgow, UK – Hampden Park
Jul 10 – Birmingham, UK – Villa Park
Jul 13 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Johan Cruijff ArenA
Jul 15 – Paris, France – Paris La Défense Arena
Jul 19 – Cardiff, UK – Principality Stadium
Jul 22 – London, UK – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Jul 27 – Lisbon, Portugal – Estadio do Restelo
Jul 30 – Barcelona, Spain – Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Aug 02 – Rome, Italy – Stadio Olimpico
Aug 06 – Warsaw, Poland – PGE Narodowy
Aug 09 – Stockholm, Sweden – 3Arena
