Top 10 Must-See Summer Concerts for Every Budget

There is nothing quite like spending your summer surrounded by almost-deafening speakers, flashing stadium lights, and the music you love, all with the people you want to share it with.

So, go to a concert.

Gametime, a ticketing website and app, has compiled a list of the Top Concert Tours of the Summer based on median ticket prices. Here are the results:

Olivia Rodrigo: $526

Olivia Rodrigo is a rising star who began her career acting on Disney Channel shows like Bizaardvark. She transitioned to music with a bang, her debut single “Drivers License” topping the charts and breaking streaming records. This Filipino-American singer-songwriter is known for her raw and relatable songs about heartbreak.

Tour: Coming to Philadelphia on July 19

Info: https://store.oliviarodrigo.com/pages/gutsworldtour

Bruno Mars: $407

Bruno Mars rose to fame in the 2010s with chart-topping hits like “Just the Way You Are” and “Uptown Funk.” Mars continues to write and perform to his dedicated audience, implementing a soulful and funk-type vibe in his newest album, “An Evening with Silk Sonic.”

Info: https://www.brunomars.com/tour

Pearl Jam: $307

Pearl Jam was a catalyst for the increased interest in grunge music in the 1990s and has shifted into an alternative rock group over time. Known for their passionate vocals and instrumental accompaniment, Pearl Jam has left a lasting impact. One of their most recognizable songs is “Even Flow.”

Tour: Coming to New York on Sept. 3

Info: https://pearljam.com/tour

Morgan Wallen: $301

Getting his start on NBC’s The Voice in 2014, Morgan Wallen’s fame prospered. The country singer-songwriter is now known for his twang, emotional lyricism, and his on-stage antics. “You Proof” and “Last Night” were some of his most popular hits and became “songs of the summer.”

Info: https://morganwallen.com/

Zach Bryan: $299

Zach Bryan is a singer-songwriter known for his authenticity and depth. His song “I Remember Everything” featuring Kacey Musgraves launches at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Tour: Coming to Philadelphia on Aug. 6

Info: https://www.zachbryan.com/

Chris Brown: $283

Chris Brown released his debut album in 2005 and expanded his musical prowess into acting with the 2007 dance film “Stomp the Yard.” His album “F.A.M.E” won him a Grammy Award for best R&B album, and his first No.1 album on the Billboard 200.

Info: https://www.chrisbrownworld.com/tour/

Usher: $270

Usher’s concerts are filled with soulful and sensual ballads as well as club hits. His performance is known for his dance moves and audience interactions, with notable songs like “You Make Me Wanna” and “Yeah!”

Tour: Coming to Philadelphia on Aug. 30

Info: https://www.usherworld.com/

Noah Kahan: $261

Noah Kahan is known for his folk-pop edge and lyrics that convey deep, emotional themes. His song “Stick Season” delves into the idea of change and how it is necessary, inevitable, and bittersweet. Kahan continues to develop a cult following that relates to the complexities expressed in his music.

Tour: Coming to New York on July 15

Info: https://noahkahan.com/tour/

Dead & Company: $253

A renovated version of the Grateful Dead, Dead & Company formed in 2015. The band carries on the Grateful Dead’s legacy with original members alongside newcomers like John Mayer. Relive the classics and enjoy the modern adaptation of the beloved band.

Info: https://deadandcompany.com/

Chris Stapleton: $237

Chris Stapleton is a celebrated artist, with 10 Grammy Awards, 11 Academy of Country Music Awards, and 15 Country Music Association Awards. He was also named ACM’s Artist-Songwriter of the Decade. Stapleton is known for his unique blend of country, southern rock, and bluegrass, with “Tennessee Whiskey” being one of his most praised songs.

Info: https://www.chrisstapleton.com/

This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Top 10 must-see summer concerts for every music fan (based on price)

Source: Asbury Park Press, Gametime