Irish pop sensation Dermot Kennedy has officially announced an extensive 32-date North American tour scheduled for this fall, with the acclaimed singer-songwriter making multiple stops across Canada, including a highly anticipated performance in Vancouver.
New Album Release and Tour Details
Kennedy's upcoming tour coincides with the release of his new album, The Weight of the Woods, which drops on April 3. The multi-platinum artist has already advanced the record with a trio of singles: Funeral, Refuge, and the folksy Honest. These tracks maintain Kennedy's signature style of passionate, belt-out ballads that have earned him a dedicated global following.
The album was recorded in a small studio near Kennedy's rural Irish home in collaboration with producer Gabe Simon, whose previous work includes artists like Noah Kahan and Lana Del Rey. The Weight of the Woods features 14 new tracks that promise to deliver the emotional depth and musical craftsmanship fans have come to expect.
Vancouver Concert Information
When: Dermot Kennedy will perform in Vancouver on October 29.
Where: The concert will take place at Rogers Arena, one of Vancouver's premier entertainment venues.
Time: According to livenation.ca, the show is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.
Ticket Sales: Tickets for the Vancouver concert go on sale April 3 at noon through livenation.ca.
Support Acts and Additional Canadian Dates
The Weight of the Woods Tour will feature singers Jonah Kagen and Hunter Metts as support acts for Dermot Kennedy's performances. Beyond Vancouver, Kennedy's Canadian tour stops include:
- September 15 at RBC Amphitheatre in Toronto
- September 16 at Place Bell in Montreal
Tour Preview and Fan Excitement
Kennedy has already given fans a taste of what to expect from the upcoming tour through intimate pop-up performances in New York and Los Angeles, as well as select appearances at U.K. stores. His St. Patrick's Day performance in New York, captured across YouTube platforms, left many attendees stunned to witness the internationally renowned artist performing in a small bar setting.
This North American tour represents a significant expansion of Kennedy's live performance schedule, building on his reputation as one of contemporary music's most compelling vocalists and songwriters. The combination of new material from The Weight of the Woods alongside his established hits promises to make these concerts memorable experiences for fans across the continent.
