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Teddy Swims Announces 2026 'The Ugly Tour' Dates

4/17/2026

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Summary

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Teddy Swims, the musician, announced 2026 'The Ugly Tour' with a September 22, 2026 kickoff in Kansas City.
Stops include Columbus on September 30, 2026, and Philadelphia on October 10, 2026.
The tour concludes November 18, 2026, in Los Angeles.
Tickets go on sale April 24, 2026, at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster.
At Coachella, Teddy Swims debuted 'Mr. Know It All' with surprise guests Joe Jonas and David Lee Roth.

History

Historical Context

The Rolling Stones' 1969 American Tour marked a significant evolution in rock music, transitioning from small venues to massive crowds. The tour culminated in the infamous Altamont Free Concert on December 6, 1969, where violence erupted, resulting in the death of Meredith Hunter. This event highlighted the darker side of the counterculture movement and shaped the future of live music events.

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Story summary

Teddy Swims, the musician, announced 2026 'The Ugly Tour' with a September 22, 2026 kickoff in Kansas City.
Stops include Columbus on September 30, 2026, and Philadelphia on October 10, 2026.
The tour concludes November 18, 2026, in Los Angeles.
Tickets go on sale April 24, 2026, at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster.
At Coachella, Teddy Swims debuted 'Mr. Know It All' with surprise guests Joe Jonas and David Lee Roth.

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