Kenny Chesney, Robert Plant/Alison Krauss, Tyler Childers highlight top Pittsburgh concerts in June
The first stadium show of the summer is scheduled for this month, as Kenny Chesney returns for his 12th show at Acrisure Stadium.
Other shows on the horizon include the former singer of Led Zeppelin, a fast-rising country singer and several Rock and Roll Hall of Fame acts.
Top concerts
June 1: Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney, Uncle Kracker at Acrisure Stadium
Country music star Kenny Chesney has been filling stadiums for years, and this year will be no different with his 12th stint as an Acrisure Stadium/Heinz Field headliner. He’s also touring in support of his new album, “Born,” which dropped in March.
“I’m in a unique spot in my life and in my career, because I can’t necessarily sing about the things that I sang about even 10 years ago,” Chesney told CBS News. “I just feel like emotionally and mentally, I’m in a much different place.”
June 15: Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, JD McPherson at the Pavilion at Star Lake
Bluegrass singer Alison Krauss and former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant are touring behind 2021’s “Raise the Roof” album, their second collaboration. The duo opens the tour in early June, with setlists expected to sample from both of their albums plus a few Led Zep classics.
“It’s felt great. I’m really glad that we’ve been able to revisit this as many times as we have,” Krauss told Rolling Stone earlier this year. “The band has more room, and I get a little more consistency with what’s happening when it’s time for me to jump in and sing harmony.”
Read more: Robert Plant and Alison Krauss on their 2024 tour, ‘Stairway to Heaven,’ retirement and much more
June 30: Tyler Childers, SG Goodman, Adeem the Artist at the Pavilion at Star Lake
Tyler Childers’ music has stretched the boundaries of country music, as he’s tackled controversial subject matter and social causes. He’s received Grammy nominations for best folk album for “Long Violent History” in 2022 and best country album for “Rustin’ in the Rain” this year.
“There are a lot of artists out there trying to do the work,” Childers told The New York Times last year about his responsibility to learn and grown with his audience. “Every little effort to give someone a glimpse into that light helps put water on this fire before it boils over into white-hot rage.”
Read more: Tyler Childers puts his own spin on heartfelt rural anthems
Sold-out shows
June 24-25: Laufey with Pittsburgh Symphony at Heinz Hall
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey won the Grammy for best traditional pop vocal album for 2023’s “Bewitched.” The cellist’s work has been described as jazz-infused and a bridge to classical music.
June 28: Oliver Anthony at Stage AE
Singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony went viral last year for his single “Rich Men North of Richmond” and self-released his first album, “Hymnal of a Troubled Man’s Mind” earlier this year.
Other notable shows
June 1: Los Lonely Boys at Three Rivers Arts Festival
June 2: Chappell Roan, Jess Glynne, Slayyyter, G Flip, Matt Suave, The Scarlet Opera, Kaleena Zanders, Jessica Wild, Xunami Muse at Stage AE
June 4: Keb’ Mo’, Phillip-Michael Scales at the Palace Theatre
June 7: Gorilla Biscuits, Fury of Five, Eyewash at Preserving Underground
June 7: Modest Mouse, Cat Power at Stage AE
June 8: The Sugarhill Gang, The Furious Five at Three Rivers Arts Festival
June 9: Ben Folds at Three Rivers Arts Festival
June 12: T-Pain, LaRussell, NandoSTL, Young Ca$h at Stage AE
June 15: Kim Gordon at Mr. Smalls Theatre
June 16: Lionel Richie, Earth, Wind & Fire at PPG Paints Arena
June 17: Little Feat, Los Lobos at Carnegie Music Hall
June 18: Lucinda Williams at Byham Theater
June 18: Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks at Palace Theatre
June 19: New Kids on the Block, Paula Abdul, DJ Jazzy Jeff at the Pavilion at Star Lake
June 22-23: Four Chord Music Fest: Saturday: A Day to Remember, The Story So Far, Senses Fail, State Champs, Four Years Strong, Microwave, Militarie Gun, Koyo, Eternal Boy, Driveways, Action/Adventure, Cliffdiver, Mallory Run; Sunday: The All-American Rejects, Something Corporate, Motion City Soundtrack, The Get Up Kids, Relient K, Taylor Acorn, Hunny, Patent Pending, Keep Flying, People R Ugly, House Parties, Goalkeeper, Don’t Panic, Old Neon at Carrie Furnace
June 24: Baroness, Portrayal of Guilt, Filth is Eternal at Mr. Smalls Theatre
June 25: AJR, mxmtoon, Almost Monday at PPG Paints Arena
June 29: WYEP Summer Music Festival: Middle Kids, Oh He Dead, Jade Bird, Ames Harding & the Mirage, Chariot Fade, Mani Bahia at Schenley Plaza
June 29: Hootie & the Blowfish, Collective Soul, Edwin McCain at the Pavilion at Star Lake
June 30: The Beach Boys at Stage AE
Mike Palm is a TribLive digital producer who also writes music reviews and features. A Westmoreland County native, he joined the Trib in 2001, where he spent years on the sports copy desk, including serving as night sports editor. He has been with the multimedia staff since 2013. He can be reached at mpalm@triblive.com.
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