About The 1975

British rock sensation, The 1975, has announced their biggest North American tour to date. Dubbed 'Still…At Their Very Best', this fall tour comes a year after the release of their widely acclaimed fifth studio album, "Being Funny in a Foreign Language."

The "City Sounds" open air summer concert series is set to welcome The 1975 to the stage. Fans in Birmingham will also be treated to an exclusive performance at the Resorts World Arena on January 15th. For the folks down under, the band will be heading to Australia for a tour in April.

This fall, the band will perform in various locations across America, including a show in Indianapolis on November 2nd. This return comes after their last performance in Indianapolis at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum in 2019. Furthermore, The 1975 will be performing in Seattle at the Climate Pledge Arena, a fitting end to their North American tour.

For those on the east coast, the band will perform at Madison Square Garden on November 14th. They will also be taking their talent to Philadelphia's Wells Fargo Center on November 10th. Fans in Glendale, Arizona, and Sacramento can anticipate energetic performances as part of the 'Still…At The Very Best' tour.

Special presale tickets for the tour will be available on June 21st, followed by a general sale on June 23rd. The 1975 will also be stopping in Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Toronto, Charlotte, and many other cities across the U.S and Canada, making it a truly expansive North American tour.

In light of the tour announcement, The 1975 have released episode 4 of their absurdist video series, "A Theatrical Performance Of An Intimate Moment".

Frontman Matty Healy, known for his captivating performances, responded to Noel Gallagher's comments about him at a 1975 show in Dublin, expressing his admiration for Gallagher and Oasis. Healy is excited about the tour and eager to perform for their fans, many of whom have followed the band since its breakthrough album, "The 1975."

With many of their concert tickets selling out fast on Ticketmaster, The 1975 is urging their fans to secure their seats quickly. Fans can expect a mixture of their favorite tracks from across their discography including hits from their latest album.

For those in the UK and Ireland, The 1975 will be embarking on a summer tour, featuring songs like "The 1975," "TOOTIMETOOTIMETOOTIME," "Robbers," "Somebody Else," "Love It If We Made It," and "The Sound". Doors for these shows will open at 6:30 pm, with the band taking the stage at 8:30 pm.

Renowned for their unique blend of indie pop and alternative rock, The 1975 have captured the hearts of fans worldwide with their catchy hooks and insightful lyrics. Whether attending the 'City Sounds' concert, their UK and Ireland tour, or one of their many North American shows, fans can expect a memorable live performance from this talented quartet.

The 1975 History

The 1975, a globally renowned British rock band, embodies a unique blend of pop, rock, indie, and electronic music, creating an electrifying aura that captivates audiences during live concerts. Formed in 2002, in Wilmslow, Cheshire, this phenomenal band originally began as a high school cover band, with current members Matthew Healy (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Adam Hann (guitar, backing vocals, keyboards), Ross MacDonald (bass guitar, keyboards), and George Daniel (drums, backing vocals, keyboards).

The band's history of live performances underscores their magnetic appeal and energetic stage presence. In the early years, the band performed under various names including 'Drive Like I Do', 'Me and You Versus Them', 'Talkhouse', and 'The Slowdown', before finally settling on 'The 1975'. Their first concert as The 1975 was in Manchester in 2012, an event that marked the beginning of their journey into mainstream music.

The 1975 then embarked on a series of concerts, releasing their debut EP 'Facedown' in August 2012. Their song 'The City' gained significant radio airplay, sparking a surge in demand for concert tickets. Their subsequent EPs 'Sex', 'Music for Cars', and 'IV', further cemented their reputation. The band’s self-titled debut studio album 'The 1975', released in 2013, debuted at number one in the UK Albums Chart. Standout tracks like 'Chocolate', 'Girls', and 'Robbers', became anthems at their live gigs, sparking euphoric singalongs from their steadily growing fanbase.

In 2014, The 1975 embarked on an extensive world tour comprising over 100 shows. This tour had a profound impact on the way the group approached their live performances, further honing their concert charisma. Tickets for these gigs were highly coveted, with many shows selling out within minutes.

Over the years, The 1975’s live concerts evolved into visually stunning, high energy spectacles, combining emotionally charged performances with striking light shows and immersive stage designs. Their unique and distinctive style, coupled with gripping live performances, often sees fans fervently hunting for tickets.

The group's second album 'I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet So Unaware of It', released in February 2016, followed the success path of their debut effort, topping charts in the UK and the US. The album's eclectic mix of pop, rock, funk, and ambient music provided a rich tapestry of sound for their subsequent concerts.

Their 2019 tour, promoting their third album 'A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships', raised the bar yet again. The production was lavish, featuring a treadmill, neon installations, and the 'Sincerity is Scary' live video, a unique, immersive experience for fans who were lucky enough to snag a ticket. The band continued to draw massive crowds at festivals like Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Glastonbury with their captivating performances.

The 1975's most recent album, 'Notes on a Conditional Form', was released amidst the global pandemic in 2020, leading to the unfortunate postponement of planned tours. However, the band has announced rescheduled dates, exciting fans worldwide. Tickets for their future concerts are expected to be as hotly contested as ever, given their reputation for delivering unforgettable live performances.

From their humble beginnings to their status as one of the most sought-after acts in the live music scene, The 1975 continue to push boundaries, proving their enduring appeal and prowess within the global music industry.