Lil Wayne rewrote the entire game in his image. The five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning multiplatinum rap icon, Young Money Entertainment founder, acclaimed author, pro skater, philanthropist, and history-making superstar left an indelible tattoo on the culture. By 2020, he cemented his legacy forever as “one of the best-selling artists of all time,” tallying sales in excess of 100 million records worldwide with 25 million albums and 90 million digital tracks sold in the United States alone. In 2022, Wayne earned his first Diamond certification from the RIAA with his generational smash hit “Lollipop” feat. Static Major. Not to mention, he garnered 11 BET Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, two MTV VMAs, and eight NAACP Image Awards. Among many milestones, he emerged as “the first male artist to surpass Elvis Presley with the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100,” logging a staggering 186 entries – the 4th most of all time.With a discography highlighted by five career-spanning #1 debuts beginning with 2008’s 8x-platinum, 3x GRAMMY® Award-winning opus Tha Carter III and its 5x-platinum 2011 successor Tha Carter IV, he continued the iconic series with Tha Carter V in 2018. The album not only clinched #1 on the Billboard 200, but also achieved “the second-largest streaming week for an album in history.” Every song on the tracklisting charted on the Billboard Hot 100, as he became “the first artist to debut two songs in the top 5.” The momentum carried into his thirteenth full-length album, Funeral, released the following year. In 2025, he returned with Tha Carter VI, which debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200. Simultaneously, Wayne owns and operates Young Money Entertainment as CEO—the label that ignited the careers of two of the most successful artists of all time, Drake and Nicki Minaj. A committed philanthropist, he also founded The One Family Foundation.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Lil Wayne 2026

Lil Wayne

with 2 Chainz

Formed in Sydney, Australia in 2011, 5 Seconds of Summer have grown from local high school friends into one of the biggest bands of the 21st century. Across fourteen years, the multi-platinum group has sold over 18 million albums, moved more than six million tickets worldwide, generated over 10 billion streams, and achieved three Billboard 200 #1 debuts, while winning multiple accolades at the ARIA Awards, MTV EMAs, MTV VMAs, and beyond. Known for their genre-defying collaborations and globe-spanning tours, the quartet - Luke Hemmings, Michael Clifford, Calum Hood, and Ashton Irwin - continue to reinvent what a modern band can be. Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

5 Seconds of Summer 2026

5 Seconds of Summer

with The Band CAMINO and Haiden Henderson

Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Dirty Heads and 311 2026

Dirty Heads and 311

with Atmosphere and ROME

More than a half century after the release of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s critically acclaimed debut album Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd, they resonate as deeply with their multi-generational fan base today as when they first emerged out of Jacksonville, Florida in 1973. Few ensembles have had the deep impact in creating a lifestyle as Skynyrd has. The band travels forward with a primary mission of celebrating a legacy that honors all whom have had a resonating contribution to the lives of hundreds of millions of fans globally. Former members Ronnie Van Zant, Gary Rossington, Allen Collins, Steve Gaines, Ed King, Billy Powell, Bob Burns and Leon Wilkeson alongside others will forever remain significant contributors to this indelible repertoire and the band’s colorful history. Today, Lynyrd Skynyrd rocks on with a current line-up featuring Johnny Van Zant, Rickey Medlocke, Damon Johnson, Mark “Sparky” Matejka, Michael Cartellone, Robbie Harrington, Peter Keys, Carol Chase and Stacy Plunk.With more Top 10 hits than Journey, and as many as Fleetwood Mac, Foreigner features strongly in every category in Billboard’s greatest of all time listing. At times, the band’s weekly catalog sales have eclipsed those of Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, the Rolling Stones, the Who, Def Leppard, Van Halen, Aerosmith and most of their classic rock peers (Source: Nielsen SoundScan). With 10 multi-Platinum® albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 80 million.&nbsp;Responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems including “Juke Box Hero,” “Cold As Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” “Waiting For A Girl Like You,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “Urgent,” “Head Games,” “Say You Will,” “Dirty White Boy,” “Long, Long Way From Home” and the worldwide No. 1 hit and member of Spotify’s exclusive Billions Club, “I Want To Know What Love Is,” the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers still rock the charts almost 50 years into the game with massive airplay and continued Billboard album chart success. Audio and video streams of Foreigner’s hits are approaching 20 million per week. Their catalog sales were recently celebrated in Business Insider as hitting the Top 40 among the best-selling music artists of all time.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Lynyrd Skynyrd 2026

Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner

with Six Gun Sally

Young Thug is an unrivaled, once-in-a-lifetime superstar, a true game-changer whose dynamic lyricism, genre-defying sound, and groundbreaking style have forever transformed the face of hip-hop, fashion, and culture for generations to come. Instantly exploding to the vanguard of hip-hop in 2011, he has since earned three #1 singles on Billboard's "Hot 100," two back-to-back #1 solo albums on the Billboard 200, and more than 30 Gold and Platinum certifications from the RIAA (including RIAA Diamond status for his showstopping feature on Camila Cabello's worldwide blockbuster hit, "Havana"), along with countless awards, nominations, and accolades around the globe. As Founder and CEO of Young Stoner Life (YSL) Records, Young Thug has made a landmark impact with projects like 2016's critically acclaimed JeYery and 2021's chart-topping Slime Language 2 among his many hit singles, mixtapes, and compilations. Long known as a monumental live performer, he has stolen the show with innumerable top-billed festival appearances, record-breaking world tours, unforgettable performances on NBC's Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and more. 2025 has already seen Young Thug making his milestone return to the forefront of hip-hop by joining forces with Lil Baby for the smash single, "Dum, Dumb, and Dumber (Ft. Young Thug &amp; Future)." With the arrival of UY Scuti, Young Thug is back to retake his hard-earned position as the biggest, brightest star in the universe, now and always.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Young Thug 2026

Young Thug

with NAV

NEEDTOBREATHE is a multi-platinum, GRAMMY-nominated band known for their distinctive blend of Americana, alt-rock, and spiritual depth—earning five No. 1 albums, over three billion career streams, sold-out tours, and a devoted global following. The South Carolina–bred group—Bear Rinehart, Josh Lovelace, Tyler Burkum, and Randall Harris—enters a new creative chapter with The Long Surrender, their tenth studio album and first release for MCA.Produced by nine-time GRAMMY-winner Dave Cobb, The Long Surrender captures the band at their most vulnerable and instinctive, recorded largely live and driven by Rinehart’s deeply personal songwriting. Led by the early standout “Momma Loves Me” featuring The Red Clay Strays, the album reflects themes of faith, redemption, and renewed clarity—showcasing a band confident enough to strip everything back and let the songs speak for themselves.“This album really clarified that, as an artist, I’ve got to put my convictions in front of anything else,” says Rinehart. “I poured myself into it without trying to shape it for anyone or anything, and that’s what we’re going to keep doing from here on out. It’s definitely a better indicator of where we’re headed than where we’ve ever been, and in a lot of ways it feels it’s our very first record.”Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

NEEDTOBREATHE 2026

NEEDTOBREATHE

with Drew & Ellie Holcomb

Tim McGraw&nbsp;is one of country music’s most celebrated stars. His career took off with the release of his second album, Not a Moment Too Soon, in 1994, which became the best-selling country album of the year. Known for his ability to tell emotional stories through music, McGraw has delivered hits like “Live Like You Were Dying,” “Humble and Kind,” and “Don’t Take the Girl.” With over 80 million records sold and multiple awards, including three Grammys, he has solidified his place as a country music icon. In addition to his music, McGraw has made a name for himself as an actor. He’s appeared in notable films such as Friday Night Lights, The Blind Side, and the critically acclaimed series 1883. His acting roles showcase the same authenticity and emotional depth that define his music, further expanding his influence beyond the country music world. McGraw’s work across multiple mediums has earned him fans from diverse backgrounds. McGraw’s personal life is equally inspiring, particularly his marriage to fellow country superstar Faith Hill. The couple, who wed in 1996, are often referred to as country music royalty. They’ve collaborated on numerous hits, including “It’s Your Love” and “I Need You,” and share three daughters. Their enduring partnership, both on and off stage, resonates deeply with fans and adds to their status as one of country music’s most beloved power couples. Beyond entertainment, McGraw is a dedicated philanthropist and advocate for healthy living. He and Hill co-founded the Neighbor’s Keeper Fund to support disaster relief and other charitable causes. Additionally, McGraw is passionate about fitness and has shared his wellness journey in his book Grit &amp; Grace: Train the Mind, Train the Body, Own Your Life. Through his music, acting, and advocacy, Tim McGraw continues to inspire millions around the world.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Tim McGraw 2026

Tim McGraw

with 49 Winchester

Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Parker McCollum has reached the ranks of a bona fide Country music superstar by connecting with fans and critics alike through his relatable and authentic sound. McCollum has been named an ‘Artist to Watch’ by Rolling Stone, Billboard, SiriusXM, CMT, RIAA, and more with American Songwriter noting, “The Texas native teeters on the edge of next level superstardom.” Music Row listed McCollum as their 2021 Breakout Artist of the&nbsp;Year&nbsp;and Apple also included him as one of their all-genre "Up Next Artists" Class of 2021. A dedicated road warrior, McCollum made his debut at the famed Grand Ole Opry in 2021 and has sold out major concert venues around the U.S. In March 2022, McCollum made his debut at RODEOHOUSTON to a sold-out crowd with over 73,000 tickets sold. In 2025, McCollum played his third consecutive sold out show at Houston's signature event. In 2022, McCollum earned his first ACM Award for New Male Artist of the Year, took home “Breakthrough Video of the Year” (a fully fan-voted honor) at the 2022 CMT Music Awards and scored two back-to-back CMA Awards nominations (2022 &amp; 2023) for New Artist of the Year. He was nominated for a CMA Award for "Song of the Year"(2024) for his explosive Platinum hit "Burn It Down" - marking his third straight nomination. McCollum scored his second ACM Award for “Visual Media of the Year” for his music video for “Burn It Down.” The hit single marks his fourth consecutive #1 - following his other chart toppers "Pretty Heart," "To Be Loved&nbsp;By&nbsp;You," and "Handle&nbsp;On&nbsp;You." McCollum has just released his self-titled fifth studio album, PARKER MCCOLLUM, which is an artistic achievement and includes his current radio single, "What Kinda Man." PARKER MCCOLLUM shows this legacy making Country superstar at his best and is available now.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Parker McCullum 2026

Parker McCollum

with Vincent Mason and Logan Ryan Band

Billy Idol’s live show has been hailed as “a strong, forceful show just crackling with energy” by the&nbsp;Houston Press, while&nbsp;Creative Loafing&nbsp;raves that Idol “has a lot left to offer and is capable of owning a concert stage with the same authority and charisma he’s always boasted” and the&nbsp;Dallas Observer&nbsp;adds that “over 40 years into Billy Idol’s career, he remains just as remarkable as he started.”Idol’s first full-length album of new music in over a decade,&nbsp;Dream Into It, is out now on Dark Horse Records. The album reached No. 7 on the U.S. Top Albums Chart and No. 4 on the U.S. Current Rock Album Chart, #9 on the U.K. Official Album Sales Chart and No. 2 on the German Top 100 Album Chart.&nbsp;Dream Into It&nbsp;continues to see extensive critical acclaim from&nbsp;The New Yorker,&nbsp;New York Magazine,&nbsp;AARP The Magazine,&nbsp;Consequence,&nbsp;Billboard,&nbsp;USA Today&nbsp;and many more. The album includes performance and co-writing contributions throughout from Idol’s longtime guitarist/collaborator Steve Stevens plus appearances by Lavigne, Joan Jett and Alison Mosshart of The Kills, and is produced by Tommy English&nbsp;(Kacey Musgraves, blink 182, BØRNS, K. Flay).For almost 50 years, Billy Idol has been one of the definitive faces and voices of rock’n’roll. Between 1977 and 1981, Idol released three albums with Generation X as their camera-ready frontman. In 1982, with guitarist Steve Stevens at his side, he embarked on a transatlantic/trans-genre solo career that integrated the bold and simple lines of punk and rock’n’roll decadence on songs like “Dancing With Myself,” “White Wedding,” Rebel Yell,” “Eyes Without A Face,” “Cradle of Love” and more.&nbsp;Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Billy Idol 2026

Billy Idol

with Grocery Bag

Pitbull remains one of the most consistent live performers of his generation and a dominant force on the road, earning multiple top touring placements throughout his career. As reported by Billboard Boxscore,&nbsp;Pitbull has grossed more than $250 million and sold more than 4.7 million tickets globally throughout his career. His last run, Party After Dark Tour, was notably the biggest solo tour of his career with over 50+ dates in 13 countries. With Lil Jon’s high-octane set joining the bill, the I’m Back Tour promises his signature full-throttle celebration across amphitheaters and stadiums nationwide.&nbsp;Produced by Live Nation, the North America leg kicks off Thursday, May 14 in West Palm Beach, FL at iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, making stops across the U.S. and Canada including Hollywood Bowl, Hersheypark Stadium, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, Xfinity Center, PNC Bank Arts Center, and more, before wrapping Saturday, September 26 in Shakopee, MN at Mystic Lake Amphitheater. This announcement followed his highly anticipated Europe and UK leg, playing in stadiums and greenfields across multiple countries this summer.&nbsp;Beyond music, Pitbull continues to spotlight the transformative work of SLAM! charter schools, leveraging music as a universal language to unite and inspire communities while empowering the next generation to turn passion into opportunity.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Pitbull 2026

Pitbull

with Lil Jon

Australia's larger-than-life electro-glam-pop duo Empire of the Sun features&nbsp;the Sleepy Jackson's&nbsp;Luke Steele&nbsp;and&nbsp;Pnau's&nbsp;Nick Littlemore. Best known in the mainstream for their hit single "Walking on a Dream," they made their debut in 2008 with an album of the same name. Sophomore follow-up&nbsp;Ice on the Dune&nbsp;brought them an even larger global audience, becoming their highest-charting effort. After the release of 2016's lush&nbsp;Two Vines,&nbsp;Steele&nbsp;and&nbsp;Littlemore&nbsp;focused their attention outside the project, returning nearly a decade later for 2024's&nbsp;Ask That God. – AllMusic.comPresented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Empire of the Sun 2026

Empire of the Sun

with Polo & Pan and Midnight Generation 

Matt Rife has exploded to become one of the biggest comedians in the world through his top performing Netflix special and his remarkable engagement on social media where he has amassed over 18 million followers, and more than 2 billion views globally. As one of the most buzzed about comedians in the business, Rife has been selling-out theaters and arenas around the globe and is currently on his biggest tour to-date with Live Nation, the Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour.Rife recently sold out 4 shows at The Dolby Theater in Hollywood, where the Academy Awards are also held. His current tour sold over 600,000 tickets in under 48 hours, to become one of the largest comedy tours in over 20 years.&nbsp;Rife brings forth his refreshingly genuine presence along with elevated material that is quick witted and vulnerable. From a small town near Columbus Ohio, Matt started performing at the age of fifteen then moved out to Los Angeles two years later where he began his career in Hollywood.In 2021, Rife self-produced and distributed through YouTube his first one-hour comedy special, "Only Fans". In April 2023, the comedian bet on himself again and self-released his second stand-up special, "Matthew Steven Rife" on YouTube. The special was taped in Austin, TX and is dedicated to his biggest role model, his grandfather Steven who had recently passed. Only a couple months later, Rife decided to release a crowd work special, Walking Red Flag on YouTube, which has amassed over 10 million views.On November 15th, 2023, the comedian released his highly anticipated third stand-up special, Matt Rife: Natural Selection on Netflix, which garnered outstanding numbers including over 10.3 million views in its first two weeks and earning a Top 10 ranking in 42 countries including #1 in US, Canada, and South Africa.In addition to stand-up, he made his television debut on MTV’s Wild 'N Out as the youngest cast member in history for four seasons before moving on to other MTV properties, such as hosting the reboot of TRL and appearing on The Challenge. Other credits include Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Fresh Off The Boat, BET’s North Of The 10, and NBC’s comedy competition show Bring The Funny. - Improv.comPresented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Matt Rife 2026

Matt Rife

TLC and Salt-N-Pepa 2026

TLC and Salt-N-Pepa

with En Vogue 

Koe Wetzel never met a genre wall he couldn’t tear down: The Texas singer-songwriter has earned a rabid audience for his songs that mix country, rock, hip-hop, and even Nineties grunge. His new album,&nbsp;9 Lives&nbsp;(Columbia) debuted at No. 15 on the all-genre&nbsp;Billboard&nbsp;200 and No. 5 on the&nbsp;Billboard&nbsp;Top Country Albums chart, with Platinum-certified lead single “High Road” feat. Jessie Murph rapidly hitting Top 20 and climbing as his debut at Country radio while also ascending both the Hot AC and Top 40 charts. Previously, his 2016 album&nbsp;Noise Complaint&nbsp;endeared him to fans with its no-holds-barred lyrics about drunken nights, broken hearts and stints in jail, and included the Gold-certified hits “Love” feat. Parker McCollum, “Something to Talk About” and the infamous “February 28, 2016.” Wetzel’s 2020 major label debut,&nbsp;Sellout, only furthered his legend with the Platinum-certified “Drunk Driving” and “Good Die Young” plus the Gold-certified “Kuntry &amp; Wistern.” The 2022 follow-up,&nbsp;Hell Paso, hit No. 3 on&nbsp;Billboard’s Country Albums and spawned hits on both the country and rock charts, including the Gold-certified “Creeps” and “Cabo.” To date, Wetzel has 4.2 billion total streams and has created a genuine experience with his live concerts, which he describes as “total chaos.” He sold more than 750,000 tickets over the past two years alone and appeared for a third time on&nbsp;POLLSTAR’s Top Worldwide Tours in 2023. Wetzel headlined multiple festival sets this summer and opened for Morgan Wallen on the superstar’s&nbsp;One Night at a Time Stadium Tour&nbsp;in Texas, while also selling out shows all across the country on his own&nbsp;Damn Near Normal World Tour.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Koe Wetzel 2026

Koe Wetzel

with Corey Kent, Bayker Blankenship and Logan Jahnke

Five Finger Death Punch is a multi-platinum, chart-topping hard rock band from Las Vegas, NV known for their high-energy performances and impactful music (over 13 billion streams globally). The band has held firmly to a top 3 position on the Billboard Hard Rock charts for the last 5 years and amassed a record-setting 11 Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay #1s in a row, the longest run of leading consecutive entries in the history of Mainstream Rock Airplay. 5FDP has 29 top 10 hit singles and 17 Active Rock #1 singles to their name, and the band has released nine consecutive studio albums since 2007, seven of which were certified Gold or Platinum by the RIAA, as well as two chart-topping Greatest Hits albums. Five Finger Death Punch is known not just for teaming up with established artists like Rob Halford, Rob Zombie, Jamey&nbsp;Jasta, Steve&nbsp;Aoki&nbsp;and Max Cavalera, but also for elevating newcomers by exposing them to their worldwide audience. Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory in 2023 was added as a playable character in the iconic “Call of Duty” video game&nbsp;series&nbsp;adding another major achievement to the band’s growing legacy. In addition, 5FDP has earned&nbsp;numerous&nbsp;national and international awards and honors, such as the prestigious Soldier Appreciation Award by the&nbsp;Association of The United States Army, an honor bestowed only upon Elvis Presley before. 5FDP has donated over a million dollars from ticket sales, record royalties and streaming revenue to philanthropic causes, and the band has released several videos of some of their biggest hits partnering with leading organizations in the fight against suicide prevention, youth homelessness, cancer, veterans suffering from PTSD and to bring relief to the families of fallen first responders. The City Of Las Vegas, NV recognized 5FDP's relentless charitable efforts by officially declaring November 1st as "Five Finger Death Punch Day". In addition, Ivan Moody was awarded the key to The City of Cheyenne, WY honoring the betterment of the city through his philanthropic endeavors. Having become one of the most recognizable names in music, 5FDP&nbsp;frequently&nbsp;plays major festivals and sells out arenas around the world. 5FDP concluded a two-year long stadium tour across the globe with Metallica at the end of 2024.&nbsp;Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Five Finger Death Punch 2026

Five Finger Death Punch

with Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire

Leon Thomas was named Billboard’s Chartbreaker and MTV PUSH’s artist of the month in March 2025, he covered Billboard’s September Hip-Hop/R&amp;B Power Players issue and was awarded Billboard’s&nbsp;breakthrough artist of the year. Thomas went on to win best new artist at the 2025 BET Awards and sold out his MUTTS DON’T HEEL Tour. His work on SZA’s “Snooze” earned him a Grammy® in 2024, further highlighting his influence in shaping R&amp;B today.His albums include Electric Dusk (2023), featuring tracks “Breaking Point” and “Crash &amp; Burn” that have garnered over 151 million global streams; MUTT&nbsp;(2024), named Billboard's No. 1 R&amp;B album of the year featuring RIAA Certified Double Platinum® single “MUTT;” MUTT Deluxe: HEEL&nbsp;(2025), delivers a fearless blend of psychedelic R&amp;B, rock textures, and soul, with new collaborations from Kehlani, Big Sean and Halle; and EP PHOLKS (2026), a blend of funk, the golden age of R&amp;B and the raw defiance of classic rock.&nbsp;<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dzmmp6jku/image/upload/v1778700937/FY_27_AUTA_sponsor_block_9f79c0d20b.jpg" alt="FY27 AUTA sponsor block.jpg">As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Walton Arts Center relies on generous support from the community to provide enriching arts education and accessible, affordable programming for the Northwest Arkansas region.

AMP Up the Arts 2026

Leon Thomas

AMP Up the Arts Benefit Concert for Arts Education

Two-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, #1 New York Times best-selling author, Emmy nominee, and now filmmaker, LOGIC has been a creative force for nearly 15 years. Known for his rapid-fire delivery, introspection, and emotional depth, his music blends classic hip-hop with modern sounds while tackling themes like mental health and resilience. His career includes Under Pressure, The Incredible True Story, and the chart-topping Everybody, featuring the GRAMMY-nominated anthem “1-800-273-8255.” He enters his boldest era yet with Paradise Records—his feature film that sold out every screening at Tribeca Festival—written, directed by, and starring LOGIC.Multi-platinum recording artist and producer G-Eazy has long established himself as a staple in the music and touring world. Known for his smooth raps, pristine production and dexterous range, the Bay-area rapper has performed on Saturday Night Live, MTV Video Music Awards, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and many more. He has won a People’s Choice Award for “Favorite Hip-Hop Artist”, named one of Forbes “30 Under 30” and covered publications such as GQ Italia, Rollacoaster, Numero NL, XXL and Flaunt.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

G-Eazy and Logic 2026

G-Eazy and Logic

with Juicy J

Breaking Benjamin are no strangers to the upper echelons of the rock charts. Since bursting onto the scene with 2002’s Saturate, the band has amassed an impressive string of mainstream rock radio hits, with ten songs hitting #1, numerous platinum and multi-platinum songs and albums, 8.5 billion combined streams worldwide and a social imprint of over 6.5 million -- a testament to the band’s global influence and loyal fan base. Breaking Benjamin’s studio album, EMBER debuted at #3 on the Billboard Top 200 and marked the multi-platinum band’s fourth Top 5 debut on the Billboard Top 200, following 2015’s #1 debut for DARK BEFORE DAWN (Gold), 2009’s DEAR AGONY (Platinum) at #4 and 2006’s PHOBIA (Platinum) at #2. EMBER spun off two #1 hits at Active Rock Radio with “Red Cold River” and “Torn in Two.” AURORA and EMBER charted Top 10 across numerous countries worldwide and topped #1 charts across multiple genres, including Top Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, Top Hard Rock Albums and Top Digital Albums.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Breaking Benjamin 2026

Breaking Benjamin 

with Chevelle, Kami Kehoe and Starset

Hailing from Louisville, Kentucky, Grammy-nominated superstar Bryson Tiller made his mark with the breakout RIAA Diamond-certified hit “Don’t” (15x Platinum), now the highest-selling R&amp;B song by a solo artist in history, off his now 5x Platinum-certified debut album T R A P S O U L (2015), which helped define modern trap R&amp;B. He followed up his success with the RIAA Platinum-certified True to Self (2017), which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and the RIAA Gold-certified A N N I V E R S A R Y (2020), which debuted at No. 5. His 2024 Gold-certified self-titled album earned widespread acclaim and landed in the Billboard 200’s Top 20, led by the 3x Platinum hit single “Whatever She Wants.” Tiller continued his momentum with the release of his critically acclaimed double album Solace &amp; The Vices, further showcasing the duality of his artistry and evolution as a musician. The project arrived on the heels of him opening for Chris Brown on the wildly successful Breezy Bowl XX Tour, which was ranked No. 1 by monthly box score for touring in September 2025. Additionally, his collaboration with Chris Brown, “It Depends,” reached No. 1 at Rhythmic Radio and peaked across Urban Mainstream formats ahead of the release of the remix featuring Usher. The track also earned Tiller two additional Grammy nominations in the categories of Best R&amp;B Performance and Best R&amp;B Song.Now, Tiller looks ahead to the release of his sixth studio album this summer, which will be accompanied by a worldwide tour in 2026.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Bryson Tiller 2026

Bryson Tiller Presents: The Neo Trapsoul Tour

with Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign and Austin Millz

Before beginning his rap career in the early 1980s, Ice-T spent four years in the United States Army, after which he returned to Los Angeles and took up a life as a self-styled hustler. Crime paid for a time, allowing Ice-T to take impromptu trips to the Bahamas and collect over 350 pairs of sneakers, but soon his addiction to the high life began to fade. In an interview, Ice-T recalled his breaking point: "I had a friend who I looked up to,&nbsp;'cause&nbsp;he made more money than me. And he said, 'Yo, Ice, you got a chance. Do that rap thing.' And that word 'chance' messed up my mind. And I just gave up hustling completely."&nbsp;Because every hip-hop artist needs a nom de guerre, "Ice-T" came into being with help from author Robert Maupin Beck III, whose pen name "Iceberg Slim" became Tracy Marrow's inspiration. After spending a few years honing his craft by creating&nbsp;music for&nbsp;videos and releasing various recordings, Ice-T signed with Sire Records in 1987. Later that year, he released Rhyme Pays, his debut album, which eventually&nbsp;went&nbsp;gold. His recording of the theme song for Dennis Hopper's gang-themed movie Colors (1987) also garnered the new&nbsp;artist&nbsp;plenty of attention. The movie explored life in the Los Angeles projects and marked the beginning of Ice-T's controversial depictions of South Central in his artistic work. When the black community pushed back against Colors' cultural critique, Ice-T said, "People should give Dennis Hopper credit—he deglamorized the situation. He just showed the street gangsters. He didn't show the kids wearing their diamonds and cruising in their Ferraris."&nbsp;Ice-T released two more albums in the late 1980s, confirming his status as one of West Coast rap's most promising stars. His album O.G. Original Gangster (1991) was later cited as one of the key factors in developing the genre of gangster rap. Mixing social commentary with inflammatory lyrics, the rapper pushed musical boundaries by recording a heavy metal track with the band Body Count. He would later tour with the band and play at the rock-oriented Lollapalooza festival.&nbsp;In 1992, Ice-T again collaborated with Body Count on their self-titled debut album, a record that included the most controversial song of Ice-T's career: "Cop Killer." This song quickly drew widespread condemnation for inciting violence against police officers. The artists claimed that the song was simply intended as a commentary on the police brutality and racism felt by the black community in Los Angeles. Nonetheless, the contentious track led to a firestorm of controversy, prompting Time Warner to block the release of Home Invasion, Ice-T's next solo album. The artist soon&nbsp;broke&nbsp;with Sire/Warner Bros. Records, releasing his work for the&nbsp;remainder&nbsp;of the 1990s through his own Rhyme Syndicate and Priority Records. The next eight years would yield&nbsp;a number of&nbsp;Billboard hits, several&nbsp;groundbreaking singles, and further collaboration with heavy metal bands like Black Sabbath and Slayer.&nbsp;Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Art of Rap with Ice-T 2026

Ice-T and Big Daddy Kane with Rakim, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Sugarhill Gang in Art of Rap

3x GRAMMY Award-winning duo Dan + Shay have entered one of the most prolific seasons of their storied 13 year career thus far. The global superstars have amassed more than&nbsp;14 BILLION streams globally and 139 worldwide career&nbsp;Multi-PLATINUM, PLATINUM and GOLD&nbsp;sales certifications to date, including&nbsp;60 US RIAA&nbsp;and 81 international awards.&nbsp;They have also garnered significant recognition, being honored with eight American Music Awards for Favorite Country Duo, four ACM Awards for Duo of the Year, two CMA Awards for Duo of the Year, two PCCA Group/Duo of the Year awards, and three Billboard Music Awards for Top Country Duo/Group.Dan + Shay became the first-ever coaching duo on NBC’s Emmy-winning program&nbsp;The Voice&nbsp;in 2024. The celebrated duo brought a wealth of experience to their team, with impressive accolades that include becoming the first and only artist to win the GRAMMY Award for Best Country Duo/Group Performance 3x consecutively since the category’s inception (2021 – “10,000 Hours,” 2020 – “Speechless,” 2019 – “Tequila”).&nbsp;They recently celebrated their eleventh #1 single at country radio with the GRAMMY nominated title track of their fifth studio album,&nbsp;Bigger Houses&nbsp;(2023). Co-produced by the band’s Dan Smyers and Scott Hendricks,&nbsp;Bigger Houses&nbsp;helped the duo further etch their permanent mark on country music.Its success was fueled by the duo’s PLATINUM-certified, critically acclaimed, and multi-award-winning album,&nbsp;Good Things. Also co-produced by Smyers, the LP featured the 2x PLATINUM-certified hits “I Should Probably Go To Bed” and “Glad You Exist,” which marked the duo’s sixth consecutive No.1 and ninth career No.1, as well as the 5x Multi-PLATINUM global smash “10,000 Hours” with Justin Bieber which crossed the 1 BILLION streams mark on Spotify.&nbsp;With an impressive track record and a clear dedication to their craft, Dan + Shay continue to be a dominant force in country music and beyond. With new music on the horizon in 2026, the celebrated hitmakers are certain to further solidify&nbsp;their impressive musical legacy.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Dan + Shay 2026

Dan + Shay

with Josh Ross and Tyler Hubbard 

“The fastest-rising star in Country Music” (Variety) Zach Top is in the midst of a landmark year on the heels of winning Best Traditional Country Album at the 68th Grammy Awards for his sophomore album Ain’t In It For My Health -- the inaugural winner in the category. Most recently, Top garnered five nominations at the 2026 ACM Awards, including Male Artist of the Year, Single of the Year (“I Never Lie”), Song of the Year (“I Never Lie,” as artist and songwriter), Album of the Year (Ain’t In It For My Health), and Breakthrough Country Artist at the 52nd American Music Awards. He was also named New Artist of the Year at the 59th CMA Awards, New Male Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, reached his first #1 at country radio with “I Never Lie,” and was featured in Variety’s 2025 Young Hollywood Impact Report.Released last year, Top's sophomore album, Ain’t In It For My Health (Leo33) debuted with over 30 million global streams in its first week and has been widely praised, with Rolling Stone calling him "a country great in the making," the Los Angeles Times describing the album as “as crisp as country music gets,” and Pitchfork highlighting its “good, clean country fun.” The album follows his 2024 breakthrough debut Cold Beer &amp; Country Music, which has surpassed one billion streams. Raised in Sunnyside, Washington, Top grew up on classic country music and formed a bluegrass band with his siblings at age seven.Known for his electric live performances, Top will continue his extensive “Cold Beer &amp; Country Music” headline tour throughout the year, along with select stadium dates with Chris Stapleton.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Zach Top 2026

Zach Top

with Lukas Nelson

Three Days Grace balance moments of extreme emotion on an axis of pummeling hard rock anthems and pensive balladry. Along the way, the Juno Award-nominated multiplatinum record-breaking Ontario, Canada quartet have amassed billions of streams and millions of album sales, sold out arenas on multiple continents, and reached unprecedented heights, earning a staggering 17 total #1 entries on the Mediabase Active Rock Chart and sharing the record for “Most #1 singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs Chart” with 16. In the wake of 2018’s Outsider, they picked up “Rock Artist of the Year” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and “Rock Songwriters of the Year” for the single “The Mountain” at the SOCAN Awards. The album garnered nods for “Album of the Year” and “Rock Album of the Year” at the 2019 Juno Awards. Three years prior, 2015’s Human housed the gold-selling “I Am Machine” and “Painkiller.” Achieving dozens of gold and platinum certifications worldwide, their catalog comprises the double-platinum Three Days Grace [2003], triple-platinum One-X [2006], gold-certified Life Starts Now [2009], and epic Transit of Venus [2012]. As “one of the most-streamed rock bands in the world,” they impressively attract over 8 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Speaking to quietly inescapable presence, they appeared on the NBA2K19 Soundtrack curated by Travis Scott, while Jeris Johnson served up a viral cover of “Never Too Late” and the late Lil Peep and Lil Tracy have sampled “The Real You.” Thus far, their number one smashes span “Chalk Outline,” “The High Road,” “Misery Loves My Company,” “World So Cold,” “Good Life,” “Break,” “Never Too Late,” “Animal I Have Become,” “Pain,” “Just Like You,” and “Home.” However, the band ascend to another stratosphere on their 2022 seventh full-length offering, Explosions [RCA Records].Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.

Three Days Grace 2026

Three Days Grace

with I Prevail and The Funeral Portrait

This fall, MercyMe brings a night of music built for big stages and even bigger moments - the kind of show that feels different when thousands of voices join together. With an incredible lineup, you won’t want to miss MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, Tim Timmons, and Sam Wesley! Sing along to MercyMe favorites like “I Can Only Imagine” and “Even If,”&nbsp;songs that&nbsp;are reminders of God’s faithfulness and how fans have carried His promises with them for years. Jeremy Camp brings the power of “I Still Believe” and “Dead Man Walking,” while Tim Timmons and Sam Wesley kick off the night together, blending the energy of “Starts with Me” with the fresh, dynamic sound of “Holding Onto Me.”&nbsp;Big stages, big songs, and big memories are expected! Clear your calendar for this show, and get your tickets before they’re gone.Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.