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NEW ALBUM “SMILE :D” COMES OUT ON JULY 26, 2024
After releasing the viral music video for his new single Cheerleader, grammy-nominated artist Porter Robinson has sent waves throughout the internet again with his new single and music video, KNOCK YOURSELF OUT XD. His first two releases since Everything Goes On, a single he did in collaboration with the popular game League of Legends, these new tracks showcase Porter’s invigorated sound, reminiscent of his indie-pop / dance debut album Worlds, but with a pop-punk vocal twist and infusion of j-pop elements.
With melodic synth sound similar to indie electro bands like STRFKR, pop-like vocals and a drumline that nods to hyperpop and possibly even modern hip-hop, KNOCK YOURSELF OUT XD creates a unique blend that bears a signature of Porter Robinson’s innovative and euphoric soundscapes. Porter takes a new approach by starring in his two new music videos, the first of their kind that he’s released with his music. Branding himself as a huge anime fan and consumer of Japanese culture, Porter dons eccentric and colorful outfits, blasting angsty and emotional lyrics confidently as he dances unapologetically. With his new releases, Porter Robinson continues to evolve his music and create a sound that is instantly recognizable as his own.
On the Youtube release of KNOCK YOURSELF OUT XD, Porter Robinson commented about his upcoming album “SMILE :D” by saying:
“MY THIRD ALBUM “SMILE! :D” is coming out JULY 26th!! https://porterrobinson.com/ the album that I was TRYING to write was this nonstop party — NO sincerity, ALL fun, an album that revels in absurdity for a world that rejects context. And that was the plan until I accidentally started confessing how I was really feeling, and … you’ll hear the rest. my most fun, and maybe my most heartbreaking album i think it’s my most interesting work and I’m dying for you to hear it”
Porter also announced his “SMILE! :D” World Tour, which will feature over 70 shows touring all across North America, Asia, and Europe, with dates to be announced in Australia and South America as well.
Robinson is set to premiere an entirely fresh live production featuring a full live band as part of his “SMILE! :D” World Tour, following successful trials with the band setup at his packed Second Sky festival and later at Coachella’s main stage in 2023. Attendees can anticipate captivating performances from opening acts ericdoa in North America, underscores in Europe, and Galileo Galilei in Japan.
The pre-sale kicks off on Tuesday, April 30 at 10 am local time, with fans having the opportunity to sign up for early ticket access at porterrobinson.com. Throughout the week, several pre-sales, including a CITI pre-sale in the U.S. (details below), will occur before the general sale starts on Friday, May 3 at 10 am local time. To learn more about the tour, ticketing details, and VIP options, visit porterrobinson.com.
PORTER ROBINSON “SMILE :D” WORLD TOUR DATES
August 29, 2024 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
August 30, 2024 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
August 31, 2024 – New York, NY – Forest Hills Stadium
September 5, 2024 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
September 6, 2024 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena
September 7, 2024 – Miami, FL – FPL Solar Amphitheater at Bayfront Park
September 10, 2024 – Nashville, TN – Municipal Auditorium
September 11, 2024 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
September 13, 2024 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann
September 14, 2024 – Washington, DC – Merriweather Post Pavilion
September 15, 2024 – Pittsburgh, PA – UPMC Events Center
September 17, 2024 – Montreal, BC – MTELUS
September 19, 2024 – Toronto, BC – HISTORY
September 21, 2024 – Toronto, BC – HISTORY
September 22, 2024 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
September 23, 2024 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater
September 26, 2024 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee
September 27, 2024 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
September 28, 2024 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
September 30, 2024 – St. Louis, MO – Saint Louis Music Park
October 1, 2024 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
October 8, 2024 – El Paso, TX – El Paso County Coliseum
October 11, 2024 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
October 12, 2024 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
October 13, 2024 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
October 15, 2024 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel
October 17, 2024 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
October 18, 2024 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
October 19, 2024 – Las Vegas, NV – BleauLive Theater
October 24, 2024 – Sacramento, CA – Wheatland Toyota Amphitheatre
October 25, 2024 – San Francisco, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
October 29, 2024 – Boise, ID – Revolution Concert House
October 31, 2024 – Portland, OR – Alaska Airlines’ Theater of the Clouds
November 1, 2024 – Vancouver, BC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
November 2, 2024 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
November 25, 2024 – Bangkok – Samyan Mitrtown Hall
November 27, 2024 – Singapore – The Star Performing Arts Centre
December 8, 2024 – Manila – The Podium
December 10, 2024 – Taipei – Zepp New Taipei
December 12, 2024 – Seoul – Myunghwa Live Hall
February 10, 2025 – Tokyo – Tokyo Garden Theater
February 11, 2025 – Osaka – Namba Hatch
February 12, 2025 – Nagoya – Diamond Hall
February 14, 2025 – Fukuoka – UNITEDLAB
February 21, 2025 – Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt
February 22, 2025 – Hamburg – Fabrik
February 24, 2025 – Oslo – Rockefeller Music Hall
February 25, 2025 – Stockholm – Berns
February 26. 2025 – Copenhagen – Vega
February 28, 2025 – Amsterdam – Melkweg
March 3, 2025 – Cologne – Live Music Hall
March 4, 2025 – Paris – Salle Pleyel
March 6, 2025 – London – O2 Academy Brixton
March 7, 2025 – Manchester – Albert Hall
March 8, 2025 – Glasgow – SWG3 Galvanizers
March 10, 2025 – Dublin – 3Olympia Theatre
