Donald Glover, better known as Childish Gambino, is on the move again, announcing a world tour hot on the heels of his latest musical surprise. The multi-talented artist dropped the album "Atavista," a reimagined version of his previous release "3.15.20," on Monday and unveiled plans for "The New World Tour" starting August 11, as reported by FOX 17. The Nashville crowd can catch Glover's act at Bridgestone Arena on September 1.
With a setlist packed with past hits and fresh tracks, Gambino is prepping to serenade fans across 33 North American cities. Kicking off in Oklahoma, Glover's alter ego will make rounds across major cities before concluding the stint in Chicago come October. According to The Tennessean, Gambino won't be rolling solo; Willow Smith, or Willow, is slated to open for him during the North American leg of the tour. Glover, whose last global tour was back in 2019, seems to be making up for lost time with this extensive run.
Glover's management selected a mix of digital subtlety and radio to herald the artist's return to the live music scene. "Childish Gambino New World Tour," the promo teased, "This summer... coming to an arena near you. Are you ready?" Gamers of exclusivity, namely American Express cardholders, will get first dibs on presale tickets beginning Wednesday, with general sales starting Friday. Tour date details are up for grabs now on the official website. This intel was first served up by V103.
Alongside the tour buzz, the new album "Atavista" comes with Glover's signature genre-bending sound. It features high-profile collaborations with Ariana Grande, 21 Savage, Summer Walker, and a handful of others. "Atavista," which marks the final form of "3.15.20" previously yanked from streaming platforms, contains two fresh tracks released under RCA Records, fleshing out what some fans saw as an unfinished project. Glover continues to play by his own rules, eluding predictability and chasing innovation, perpetually keeping fans on their toes.
