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Celeyna Bella Unich

Aug 11, 2015

University of Alabama Birmingham

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Being an avid concertgoer myself, I'm always looking for the next show to fulfill my musical needs. Birmingham is interesting because it's mainly the only city in Alabama where most artists will perform (especially in the fall). From undiscovered to global artists, here's a list of the top fifteen shows going on in Birmingham this fall.

1. Christina Perri / August 9th / Iron City

Young, lighthearted, with the voice of angel. If you're looking for something calming and enlightening, definitely check out Christina Perri performing on August 9 at Iron City. I'm pretty sure you've heard her famous song "A Thousand Years" that was literally in every movie ever last year.

If you haven't, heres a link! https://open.spotify.com/track/6lanRgr6wXibZr8KgzXxBl

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ironcitybham.com/event/837275-christina...

2. My Morning Jacket / August 10th / The BJCC

Popular since the late-90s, My Morning Jacket have maintained their rock and country roots to produce albums ranging from neo-psychedelia to reggae and now they're back with The Waterfall, a super chill synth eighties pop album that you should definitely hear: https://open.spotify.com/album/42Je16rAv5ZaPTP5MY4...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://mymorningjacket.com/events/321053

3. Tim McGraw with Billy Currington & Chase Bryant / August 14th / Oak Mountain Amphitheater

For all you country music fans out there, good news, Tim McGraw is coming to "The Ham" this fall. The Shot Gun Rider Tour will be taking place at Oak Mountain Amphitheater with special guests Billy Currington and Chase Bryant!

Check out this curated playlist for the tour!: https://open.spotify.com/user/michelewall75/playli...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://concerts.livenation.com/event/20004E65C7586...

4. Chris Brown W/ Omarion, Kid Ink, French Montana, Fetty Wap, & Teyana Taylor / September 1st / Oak Mountain Amphitheater

If you're a huge Hip-Hop and R&B fan, trust me, you do not want to miss this show. Chris Brown is on his One Hell of a Nite tour featuring the smooth vocals of Omarion, the hot flows of Kid Ink, French Montana, and my personal favorite newcomer, Fetty Wap, as well as Teyana Taylor representing the females.

Check out the tour promo here:

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://concerts.livenation.com/event/20004EABB5D05...

5. Lady Antebellum with Hunter Hayes & Sam Hunt / September 3rd / Oak Mountain Amphitheater

Currently on their fourth tour and promoting their sixth studio album, country music trio Lady Antebellum will be visiting Birmingham on September 3 at The Oak Mountain Amphitheater with country music guests Hunter Hayes and Birmingham's very own Sam Hunt! A perfect Thursday show to spend with friends!

Here's a playlist for the tour: https://open.spotify.com/user/ladyantebellum/playl...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://concerts.livenation.com/event/20004E58AB605...

6. Purity Ring / September 9th / Iron City

If you haven't heard of this Canadian duo yet, you must. Purity Ring is an electronic duo who feature live drums and piano that trigger a lights show to produce the coolest live background effects EVER. If you're into chill electro pop, this is definitely the show for you.

Check out another eternity here: https://open.spotify.com/album/4ymjpcGruNuUUUZOeGa...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ironcitybham.com/event/905863-purity-ri...

7. Earl Sweatshirt / September 11th / Iron City

As one of the leading men in Odd Future, L.A. based rapper Earl Sweatshirt will be making his Birmingham debut soon with opening act, Remy Banks! If you love sick flows, R&B-influenced hip-hop beats, and the West Coast, you should check him out this fall at Iron City (and if you get there early enough, definitely get close to the stage. Earl is an amazing performer!).

Check out Earl's newest album: https://open.spotify.com/album/3wUv2IjD5hPrqlPakpc...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ironcitybham.com/event/854201-earl-swea...

8. Yelawolf / September 16th / Zydeco

If you're into hardcore rap, definitely check out Yelawolf at Zydeco with special guests Rittz! A native Alabaman, Yelawolf has been in the game since the early 2000s and is back with his Devil's Pass Bike Run tour, promoting his new album Love Story which you can listen to here: https://open.spotify.com/album/4mugszxpE45gV3mObOB...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?d...

9. Ariana Grande with Prince Royce / September 20th / BJCC

Pop-princess diva Ariana Grande will be making a stop on her Honeymoon tour towards the end of September at the BJCC with latino and bachata musical guest, Prince Royce! The show is packed with awesome choreography, cute outfit changes, and catchy music, perfect for a fun night out with friends!

Listen to The Honeymoon Tour playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/user/12148800274/playlist...

and check out Prince Royce's newest album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2iTpTfHG5yui5JVtfRN...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ticketmaster.com/ariana-grande-birmingh...

10. alt-J / October 8th / Oak Mountain Amphitheater

Originally from England, Grammy-nominated alt-J are pretty much on everyone's Spotify playlist these days. If you like indie-rock with a hint of electronic synths, this show is a must-see for one of the nights where you just want to chill.

Check out a playlist coordinated around their set lists here: https://open.spotify.com/user/altjband/playlist/18...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://concerts.livenation.com/event/20004E79D0836...

11. Toro y Moi / October 14th / Saturn

A native of South Carolina, Chaz Bundick is the mastermind behind projects like Toro y Moi and Les Sins. Toro y Moi is his original project that created a new genre of music called "chill wave." If you love indie vocals, heavy, bright synths, and something to just get down to, add this show to your calendars now!

Here's a playlist dedicated to Toro's greatest hits: https://open.spotify.com/user/toro_y_moi/playlist/...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?d...

12. Bo Burnham / October 17th / Alabama Theater

Comedian, singer-songwriter, and internet celebrity, Bo Burnham is a wonderful one man show. The Boston native will be performing this fall at the famous Alabama Theater! If you're into acoustics and comedy, check this show out!

Here's a link to his newest standup/music special what.: https://open.spotify.com/album/2raUWnH2AIOq6T4aCXr...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ticketmaster.com/bo-burnham-birmingham-...

13. Walk The Moon with HOLYCHILD / October 18th / Iron City

Walk The Moon joins our Birmingham fall lineup with special guest HOLYCHILD in mid-October at Iron City. From Cincinnati, Ohio, these indie rockers currently have a catchy hit single out at the moment called "Shut Up and Dance," which you can listen to here: https://open.spotify.com/track/4kbj5MwxO1bq9wjT5g9....

Opening for them is L.A.-based duo HOLYCHILD, who create tracks heavily influenced by smooth R&B and electronic based pop.

Listen to their debut album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/1uNMGHZkbHfB7E7qUwh...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ironcitybham.com/event/855531-walk-moon...

14. Joey Bada$$ / October 28th / Zydeco

Young, hungry, and genius, Brooklyn-based rapper Joey Bada$$ is a must-see for all you hip-hop fans out there. Joey mixes his young, modern flow with old school, East Coast hip-hop tracks. It's pretty awesome. If you haven't heard his debut mixtape, 1999, you must. Check it out here: https://open.spotify.com/album/100sbzLt8tFdeksrctx...

The head of his PRO ERA crew, joining Bada$$ on his world tour is Denzel Curry, Bishop Nehru, and Nyck Caution.

Just like Earl Sweatshirt's show, you want to show up early to get close to the stage because Joey's shows are packed with high energy and nice vibes.

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?d...

15. STS9

Natives of Atlanta, this instrumental rock and electronic band combine funk, jazz, psychedelia, and hip-hop to create interesting improvised music. If you're looking for a show to jam out at, this is for you!

Check out their latest EP here: https://open.spotify.com/album/1KZ665gE5ROLpYRAtYA...

Tickets/Info Available Here: http://www.ironcitybham.com/event/920341-sts9-birm...

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