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Paul McCartney
Tuesday, July 9
Fenway Park, Boston
Rock legend Sir Paul McCartney will return to Fenway Park for the first time since his pair of shows in August 2009 when his “Out There” tour comes to Boston this July. The former Beatles star will be kicking off his summer of touring in mid-June when he headlines the upcoming Bonnaroo Music Festival in Tennessee.
Upcoming concerts in Greater Boston
Paul McCartney
Tuesday, July 9<br>Fenway Park, Boston<br> <br>
Rock legend Sir Paul McCartney will return to Fenway Park for the first time since his pair of shows in August 2009 when his “Out There” tour comes to Boston this July. The former Beatles star will be kicking off his summer of touring in mid-June when he headlines the upcoming Bonnaroo Music Festival in Tennessee.
She & Him
Wednesday, July 10, 7:30 p.m.<br>Bank of America Pavilion, Boston<br> <br>The duo, made up of “New Girl” actress Zooey Deschanel and Monsters of Folk band-member M.Ward, will kick off their 2013 North American Tour in Nashville in June. She & Him will also release their newest album, “Volume 3” on May 7.
Jason Aldean
Friday and Saturday July 12-13, 6:30 p.m.<br>Fenway Park, Boston<br> <br>Miranda Lambert, Jake Owen and other notable country stars will accompany Jason Aldean whe his “Night Train Tour” stops by Fenway Park in July. Aldean will also be co-hosting this year’s CMT Music Awards alongside actress Kristen Bell in June.
Ben Folds Five and Barenaked Ladies
Tuesday, July 16, 7:30 p.m.<br>Bank of America Pavilion, Boston<br> <br>The pop-piano trio of Ben Folds Five recently reunited to record 2012’s “The Sound of the Life of the Mind” after a 12-year, amicable break-up. They’ll be joined by fellow ’90s hitsmakers Barenaked Ladies who released their 11th studio album, “Grinning Streak,” in June.
Naughty by Nature & Rakim
Friday, July 19, 8 p.m.<br>Wilbur Theatre, Boston<br> <br>The Grammy Award-winning hip hop trio made history in 2011 by becoming the first hip-hop group to perform at Fenway Park during an appearance at a NKOTBSB’s concert. New York based rapper Rakim will join Naughty by Nature when the return to Boston in July.
The Eagles
Friday, July 19, 8 p.m.
Comcast Center, Mansfield
One of rock ‘n’ roll’s biggest bands is back together in support of the new documentary, “History of the Eagles,” which originally aired on Showtime earlier this year. Expect to hear some of their catalogue’s greatest hits like “Take it Easy,” “Lyin Eyes,” and “Hotel California.”
Justin Bieber
Saturday, July 20, 7 p.m.<br>TD Garden, Boston<br> <br>Biebs’ sold-out “BELIEVE" tour hit the road in September 2012 and will continue through this August. The “Beauty and the Beat” singer released his acoustic version of his album “Believe” on Jan. 29.
Americanarama Festival of Music 2013
Saturday, July 20, 5:30 p.m.
Comcast Center
This summer, some of music’s biggest names are hitting the road together. Bob Dylan joins the likes of Wilco, My Morning Jacket, and Ryan Bingham in what’s sure to be one of the most popular festivals this side of Lollapalooza.
Beyonce
Tuesday, July 23, 8 p.m.<br>TD Garden, Boston<br> <br>Pop mega-star Beyonce recently collaborated with Outkast’s Andre 3000 on a song on the soundtrack for the film “The Great Gatsby.” Her “The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour” hits Boston this July.
Father John Misty
Thursday, July 25, 7 p.m.
House of Blues, Boston
Singer/songwriter J. Tillman brings his unique brand of humorous, country-tinged pop to the House of Blues on July 25. The former drummer of the Fleet Foxes will be playing songs from his album, “Fear Fun,” which Paste magazine named their No. 2 album of 2012.
Tegan and Sara
Friday, July 26, 8 p.m.<br>Citi Performing Arts Center, Wang Theatre, Boston<br> The Canadian duo of identical twins Tegan and Sara Quin make their return to Boston on July 26 in support of their newest album of indie pop, “Heartthrob,” which was released in January of this year.<br>
Beck
Friday, Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m.
Bank of America Pavilion
Beck has scheduled a brief itinerary of tour dates where he’ll unveil new songs from his upcoming acoustic album. He’ll be performing this yet untitled new material with his full band on Aug. 2 at the Bank of America Pavilion.
Rodrigo y Gabriela
Saturday, Aug. 3, 7 p.m.<br>House of Blues, Boston<br> <br>The Mexican musical duo, who usually only perform with just their acoustic guitars, released their first album backed by other musicians, titled “Area 52,” in 2012.
Honda Civic Tour ft. Maroon 5 and Kelly Clarkson
Friday, Aug. 9 7 p.m.<br>Comcast Center, Mansfield<br> <br>Adam Levine and Maroon 5 will be performing songs from their 2012 release, “Overexposed,” as well as material from their yet-to-be-finished, upcoming fifth studio album. They’ll be joined by former American Idol and multi-Grammy award winner Kelly Clarkson.
Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z
Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11, 7 p.m.<br>Fenway Park, Boston<br> <br>Don’t forget your suit and tie this summer because Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z will be bringing their mega “Legends of Summer” tour to Fenway Park for a pair of shows in August.
Black Sabbath
Monday, Aug. 12, 8 p.m.<br>Comcast Center, Mansfield<br> <br>Black Sabbath’s album “13!” recently gave them their first British number one album in nearly 43 years, a record interval between chart-toppers. Except for drummer Bill Ward (replaced by Brad Wilk of Rage Against the Machine) the original band is back together for a memorable reunion tour.
Huey Lewis & The News
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Bank of America Pavilion
’80s pop icon Huey Lewis is back in support of the re-issue of the album “Sports,” which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
Allman Brothers Band with Grace Potter and the Nocturnals
Friday, Sept. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Comcast Center, Mansfield
In anticipation of the reisssue of their 1973 classic, “Brothers and Sisters,” the Allman Brothers are teaming up with Vermont’s Grace Potter and the Nocturnals for a night of raucous blues.
Blake Shelton with Easton Corbin and Jana Kramer
Saturday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m.
Comcast Center, Mansfield
One of country music’s most successful crossover artists, thanks in part to his role on “The Voice,” Shelton comes to Boston with songs from his new album, “Based On a True Story,” which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard charts when it was released in March. He’s joined by Easton Corin and Jana Kramer.
Boston Calling Music Festival
Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 7-8, 1 p.m.
Boston City Hall Plaza
One weekend just wasn’t enough to contain all the talent eager to perform in the inaugural Boston Calling Music Festival, which debuted in May. This fall, the indie fest returns with the likes of Vampire Weekend, Okkervil River, Passion Pit, and Local Natives.
Deerhunter
Monday, Sept. 16, 7 p.m.
Royale Boston Nightclub
The experimental noise-pop group from Atlanta, Georgia wowed critics with their fifth album, “Halcyon Days,” which Pitchfork named their No. 3 album of 2010. They perform at the Royale in September to play tracks from their latest, “Monomania,” which was released in May and is already receiving similar praise.
Pet Shop Boys
Saturday, Sept. 21, 7 p.m.
House of Blues, Boston
Britain’s electronic-pop duo of Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe returns with music from their twelfth studio album, “Electric,” which will be released in July.
Michael Buble
Friday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m.
TD Garden, Boston
Michael Buble, the Canadian, three-time Grammy award winning crooner, comes to TD Garden in support of his newest album, “To Be Loved,” which was released in April.
Portugal. The Man
Sunday, Sep 29 7:00p.m.
House of Blues, Boston
After an impressive showing at the inaugural Boston Calling Music Fest in May, Portugal. The Man returns as headliners at the House of Blues. This Alaska band will be playing songs from their new album “Evil Friends,” which was produced by Danger Mouse and has been receiving sweeping praise since its June release.
Nine Inch Nails
Friday, Oct. 11, 8 p.m.<br>TD Garden, Boston<br> <br>Lately, Trent Reznor has been busy with his film composition work on the David Fincher films “The Social Network” and “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” but he’ll be in Boston in October in support of his latest album with Nine Inch Nails, “Hesitation Marks,” which will be released in September.
Selena Gomez
Saturday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m.<br>TD Garden, Boston<br> <br>The Disney star turned pop singer recently released “Come and Get It,” the first single off her upcoming debut solo album, in April.
Drake
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m.
TD Garden, Boston
At 26, Canadian-born hip hop artist Drake has already established himself as one of the most successful musicians of his generation. He’ll be at the TD Garden in support of his highly anticipated new release “Nothing Was the Same” due out in September.
Rod Stewart
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m.<br>TD Garden, Boston<br> <br>The 1970s rocker, who’s sold more than 100 million records throughout his career, is expected to release an album sometime in 2013. The CD will be his first original work in almost 20 years.
Pink
Thursday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m.
TD Garden, Boston
Pop mega-star Pink comes to Boston in support of her latest album,“The Truth About Love,” which became her first number one album when it was released in 2012. She’ll be performing her hit singles, “Blow Me (One Last Kiss),” “Try,” and “Just Give Me a Reason,” all of which have reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100.
