Keith Urban is hitting the road in 2022 for his The Speed of Now World Tour. The country music superstar will be playing shows across North America and Europe, and he has tapped some talented artists to open his concerts on various legs of the tour.
Ingrid Andress
Singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress will be opening a number of Keith Urban’s North American tour dates in 2022. Andress is known for hit songs like “More Hearts Than Mine” and “Lady Like.” She has also co-written tracks for artists like Charli XCX, Hayley Kiyoko, and Lauren Alaina.
Andress spoke about the opportunity to open for Urban, stating: “I am beyond excited to be opening for Keith Urban on tour this year. I’ve been a fan of his music and talent for years so this is definitely a full circle moment for me. I can’t wait to hit the road and bring good vibes all year!”
Some of the cities where Ingrid Andress will open for Keith Urban include Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Toronto, and more. This leg of the tour kicks off on June 17 in Tampa, FL and wraps up on October 27 in Phoenix, AZ.
Tour Dates with Ingrid Andress:
- June 17 — Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena
- June 18 — Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ FLA Live Arena
- July 8 — Milwaukee, WI @ American Family Insurance Amphitheater
- July 9 — St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
- July 15 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
- July 16 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
- July 22 — Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
- July 23 — Woodlands, TX @ Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
- July 29 — Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
- July 30 — Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
- August 12 — Salt Lake City, UT @ USANA Amphitheatre
- August 13 — Boise, ID @ Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
- August 19 — Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
- August 20 — Sacramento, CA @ Toyota Amphitheatre
- August 26 — Lake Tahoe, NV @ Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys
- August 27 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Forum
- September 16 — Atlanta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
- September 17 — Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
- September 23 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
- September 24 — Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
- October 7 — Chicago, IL @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
- October 8 — Indianapolis, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
- October 14 — St. Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center
- October 15 — Omaha, NE @ CHI Health Center
- October 21 — Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place
- October 22 — Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome
- October 27 — Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
Mitchell Tenpenny
Joining Keith Urban on select North American tour stops is country singer Mitchell Tenpenny. The “Truth About You” and “Alcohol You Later” artist will open shows in Nashville, Toronto, Detroit, Denver, and Las Vegas.
Tenpenny expressed his excitement at the opportunity, saying “I’m really looking forward to hitting the road with Keith. I’ll definitely be picking his brain and soaking up every bit of wisdom I can. He’s one of the best live performers and it’s going to be a blast to watch him work night after night.”
Tour Dates with Mitchell Tenpenny:
- July 30 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
- September 23 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
- September 24 — Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
- September 30 — Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
- October 1 — Las Vegas, NV @ T-Mobile Arena
Tyler Hubbard
One half of country duo Florida Georgia Line, Tyler Hubbard will be supporting a few of Keith Urban’s US tour stops this summer. The “Simple” and “Meant to Be” singer is venturing out on his own as a solo artist, making him a great fit to open for Urban’s stadium shows.
Hubbard said of joining the tour: “I grew up on Keith’s music and am stoked to share the stage with him this summer. His live show is incredible and it’s always fun to watch how he interacts with the crowd and brings so much energy. It’s going to be a blast!”
Tour Dates with Tyler Hubbard:
- July 15 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
- July 16 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
- July 22 — Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
- July 23 — Woodlands, TX @ Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Lainey Wilson
The fast-rising country singer Lainey Wilson will be supporting Keith Urban on a handful of US dates this summer. Wilson is known for songs like “Things a Man Oughta Know” and “LA” and brings loads of energy to her live performance.
Wilson expressed enthusiasm about joining Urban on tour, saying: “Keith’s concerts are legendary so I am pumped to not only watch him work the stage each night but also to get to perform my music for all of his fans. This tour is going to be the most fun!”
Tour Dates with Lainey Wilson:
- August 5 — Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
- August 6 — Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater
- August 12 — Syracuse, NY @ St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
- August 18 — Concord, CA @ Concord Pavilion
European Opening Acts
As Keith Urban brings The Speed of Now World Tour to Europe in the fall of 2022, he has recruited popular European artists to open the shows.
Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy will be supporting several of Urban’s UK tour stops. Known for songs like “Outnumbered” and “Better Days,” Kennedy has been building major momentum with his soulful vocals and earnest songwriting.
Jade Bird, another rising UK artist, will be opening Urban’s shows in London and Birmingham. Her viral hits “Uh Huh” and “Love Has All Been Done Before” showcase her raspy indie rock vocals.
Finally, German pop singer Zoe Wees will open for Urban in Germany. After breaking out with her debut single “Control,” the Hamburg native has become one of Europe’s fastest rising young artists.
European Tour Dates and Opening Acts:
| Date | City | Venue | Opener |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 6 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | Ziggo Dome | Dermot Kennedy |
| September 8 | Berlin, Germany | Mercedes-Benz Arena | Zoe Wees |
| September 12 | Zurich, Switzerland | Hallenstadion | Dermot Kennedy |
| September 16 | Dublin, Ireland | 3Arena | Dermot Kennedy |
| September 19 | London, UK | The O2 | Jade Bird |
| September 21 | Glasgow, UK | OVO Hydro | Dermot Kennedy |
| September 23 | Birmingham, UK | Utilita Arena Birmingham | Jade Bird |
| September 26 | Manchester, UK | AO Arena | Dermot Kennedy |
Conclusion
Keith Urban has assembled an exciting and diverse lineup of emerging artists to support his tour across North America and Europe. Featuring rising country acts like Ingrid Andress and Lainey Wilson as well as pop and rock artists like Dermot Kennedy and Zoe Wees, Urban is shining a spotlight on young talented musicians from multiple genres and countries.
Fans attending The Speed of Now World Tour will get a full evening of entertainment. They’ll hear Urban’s hits as well as get introduced to the next generation of promising talents who are opening the shows. It’s an ideal concert experience that brings together country loyalists and an eclectic array of music lovers.
With his giving spirit and reputation for collaboration, Keith Urban is committed to lifting up newcomers and providing them with an invaluable opportunity to perform in front of huge crowds. Whichever up-and-comer is on the bill, one thing is certain: concertgoers will be blown away by the level of artistry during every moment of these highly-anticipated shows.
Keith Urban is one of country music’s biggest stars, yet he continues to keep things fresh by inviting lesser-known acts into the spotlight. That generosity of spirit combined with nonstop live energy is what makes Urban’s concerts such lively celebrations of music that appeal to diverse audiences. There will be hit after hit, surprise after surprise for fans of all ages at each stop of The Speed of Now World Tour.
The talented rising stars opening the shows bring their own unique sound and performance style that perfectly complement Urban’s magnetic stage presence. Ingrid Andress delivers vulnerable singer-songwriter moments, Mitchell Tenpenny brings youthful country spirit, Tyler Hubbard channels his arena-filling pop country vibes from Florida Georgia Line, Lainey Wilson packs a down-home country punch, and the European openers showcase indie folk, pop, and rock textures.
It’s an eclectic musical mix befitting Urban’s “beefed up, cranked up” tour production and setlist spanning his biggest chart-toppers. Each supporting act offers something different, but all are must-see performers in their own right. For Keith Urban fans and newcomers alike, these shows are not to be missed. The rotating roster of openers makes every concert a fresh experience and proves that Urban is dedicated to mixing things up and exposing new talent.
The North American leg with Ingrid Andress, Mitchell Tenpenny, Tyler Hubbard and Lainey Wilson runs from June through October making stops in major cities across the U.S. and Canada. Then Urban brings the party overseas to Europe in September visiting Ireland, UK, Germany, Netherlands and Switzerland with festival favorites like Dermot Kennedy and Zoe Wees amping up the crowds.
No matter which show you attend on the tour, it’s going to be an epic night highlighting the past, present and future of country music. Keith Urban’s reputation as a lively performer who connects with audiences is well-earned. Now he’s providing a platform for newcomers to make their own memories and gain new fans. The Speed of Now World Tour demonstrates Urban’s commitment to nurturing rising talent while delivering an electrifying concert experience every single night.
The tour is on track to sell out venues across North America and Europe, so be sure to grab tickets soon for your chance to witness country’s hottest headliner Keith Urban along with special guest openers that best showcase the global nature of country music’s continued evolution and growth into new territory. This is one tour that both staunch country fans and open-minded music lovers simply can’t afford to miss.
