K-Pop, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga Lead 2025 US Summer Concert Season

The summer concert season of 2025 is shaping up to be a major event with top artists touring across the U.S. In Seattle, major tours include reggaeton star J Balvin, who returns after a COVID-related cancellation, Kendrick Lamar and SZA pairing for a leading hip-hop and R&B tour, Jack White’s intimate shows, and Stray Kids bringing the first stadium-sized K-pop tour to the city. Nationwide, superstars like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Metallica, and AC/DC are filling stadiums with their tours, providing a diverse lineup for fans of multiple genres. Ocean City, New Jersey, also offers a vibrant summer concert schedule featuring the Ocean City Pops, patriotic shows, and performances by artists like American Idol's Lakisha Jones. Overall, the summer promises a rich mix of live music experiences from pop and hip-hop to classical and rock, catering to a wide range of musical tastes.