Philly's own The War On Drugs are gearing up for a homecoming show that promises to be a night to remember, as they join forces with The National for a co-headlining tour stopping at the TD Pavilion at The Mann Center this fall. Set for September 17, the event is part of the "Zen Diagram Tour," a series of concerts showcasing two of the most notable names in alternative rock, and pop group Lucius as the icing on the cake, as reported by Patch.com.
Fans who've been tuning into WXPN will know these bands are favorites, and getting tickets should be a priority with presales starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, and general on-sale following at 10 a.m. Friday, the details of which can be found on the venue's website - it's a lineup that boasts The War On Drugs fresh off their highly-lauded 2021 album 'I Don't Live Here Anymore' and The National hot on the heels of two new albums 'First Two Pages Of Frankenstein' and 'Laugh Track', both of which arrived in the last year, as noted by a WXPN article.
The National, capturing the essence of art rock, are kicking off their tour with a show in Brisbane this Wednesday, as Stereoboard outlines, they also have a formidable lineup of UK and European dates slated for this summer which include high-profile venues like London's Crystal Palace Park and Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, giving fans a taste of their recent sonic evolutions.
With both bands hitting the road, the Zen Diagram Tour is poised to be more than just a series of concerts but an auditory expedition through their evolving catalogs, featuring The War On Drugs' signature psychedelic jams led by frontman Adam Granduciel and The National's moody baritone anthems - it's a partnership that weaves their distinct musical narratives into a cohesive artistic experience, The National's upcoming tour dates are a testament to their global pull and continued relevance in the music world, including notable North American stops like New York's Forest Hills Stadium, followed by appearances in Chicago at the United Center, and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles to name a few, making this tour one that's hard to miss for the discerning ear.
