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Last year, Angel Olsen and Sharon Van Etten teamed up for “Like I Used To,” one of the most triumphant songs of 2021. Now, the duo has announced a co-headlining tour — with Julien Baker.
Dubbed the Wild Hearts Tour, the trek kicks off on July 21 in Vienna, Virginia, hitting major cities through the end of the summer. Most shows will be safely held at outdoor venues, with the exception of the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and Massey Hall in Toronto. They’ll wrap in New York City’s Central Park on Aug. 21; tickets go on sale Friday.
“Our aim is to strengthen our respective communities and promote camaraderie in the music world in a safe and enjoyable environment,” Van Etten said in a statement. “We have carefully chosen the venues we think will deliver the best experience for us and our fans.”
“Sharon and Angel are artists that I have genuinely admired for many years and whose music has honestly informed much of my own writing and music making, and I’m thrilled to be sharing a stage with them every night,” Baker said of the tour. Olsen added: “I know for fans it’s something different and special too, and for me, it’s sort of like a caravan summer camp — a chance to get to know other artists in a deeper way and talk about music and life and how it affects us all as we move forward.”
The Wild Hearts Tour Dates
7/21 – Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap Center For the Performing Arts
7/22 – Asheville, NC @ Rabbit Rabbit
7/23 – Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
7/25 – Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater
7/29 – Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre
7/30 – Berkeley, Ca @ Greek Theatre
8/2 – Troutdale, OR @ McMenamins Edgefield Amphitheater
8/3 – Redmond, WA @ Marymoor Amphitheater
8/5 – Boise, ID @ Idaho Botanical Garden
8/6 – Salt Lake City, UT @ TBA
8/7 – Denver, CO @ Sculpture Park
8/9 – Minneapolis, MN @ Surly Brewing Festival Field
8/10 – Chicago, IL @ TBA
8/11 – Kalamazoo, MI @ Bell’s Eccentric Cafe
8/12 – Toronto, ON @ Massey Hall
8/15 – Shelburne, VT @ The Green at Shelburne Museum
8/16 – LaFayette, NY @ Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards
8/18 – Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion
8/19 – Philadelphia, PA @ Skyline Stage at The Mann
8/21 – New York, NY @ Central Park Summerstage
NEWS
NBA YoungBoy has faced several hardships in recent years. Along with serving time behind bars, the rapper has also dealt with mental health challenges linked to the painful experiences in his life.
His music has often given listeners insight into that pain. During a recent appearance with Funny Marco on Open Thoughts, YoungBoy opened up even further about what he has been going through.
During the conversation, YoungBoy revealed that he no longer plans to live in the United States. He confirmed that he currently resides in South Korea. Although he did not share why he chose that country, his comments suggest he is ready to leave his life in America behind.
Funny Marco asked YoungBoy whether he might ever move back to the United States. The rapper responded with “never in life,” though he admitted that he could return for a visit someday.
Before relocating, YoungBoy lived on a ranch in Utah, where local residents had gradually started becoming more comfortable with him. His new home in South Korea now places him in a completely different cultural environment.
Adjusting to such a major change may not be easy, but YoungBoy has shown his strength and appears confident about where he wants to live. After experiencing so much pain in the United States, he seemingly feels more comfortable keeping his distance.
The move also comes as he deals with serious health concerns involving his heart. The condition remains an ongoing concern, and we hope the artist receives the support he needs as he continues facing this difficult medical situation.
