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American singer Usher has embarked on six concert tours, four of which have been worldwide. He first served as an opening act for Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson, and Puff Daddy from 1997 to 1999. His headlining arena tour debut, 8701 Evolution Tour began in North America then expanded to Europe and visiting Africa, supporting his third studio album, 8701 (2001). Following the release of his fourth studio album, Confessions, Usher embarked on his next world tour The Truth Tour. For this tour Usher collaborated with MasterCard, the company gave him his own prepaid debit card with his picture on it that was sold at his concert. The card gave fans access to his website where they get discounts on concert tickets and Usher merchandise, T-shirts and key chains. In 2008, to promote his fifth studio album, Here I Stand, he began his 14 date One Night Stand Tour in the United States.
In 2012, Usher announced that he would embark on his fourth concert tour, the Euphoria Tour, to further promote Looking 4 Myself, he planned to perform in countries including France, Germany, Belgium, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, however it was cancelled because of his commitment to the reality talent show The Voice, where he was a judge in the show's fourth season. In 2010 he took part in his third world tour; The OMG Tour, in which supported his sixth studio album, Raymond v. Raymond (2010), as well as his first extended play, Versus (2010). Grossing in the US$75 million, selling over 922,000 tickets. In 2014, Usher went on his fourth concert world tour, The UR Experience. This tour was composed of a wide array of Raymonds's discography, in addition to new songs "Good Kisser", "She Came to Give It to You", "I Don't Mind" and a medleys of previous hits.
Outside of world tours, Usher has performed an array of televised tribute performances for various artist some including Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross, Frank Sinatra, Quincy Jones, LA Reid, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Stevie Wonder. Raymond performed at the Super Bowl XLV and Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show, Saturday Night Live, various times at awards shows such as the Grammy Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, American Music Awards and others as well. He has performed at events for both the first inauguration and second inauguration for President Barack Obama. Performing at the We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial on January 18, 2008, and "Kids' Inaugural: Our Children Our Future" event at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., on January 19, 2013.
Tours Year Title Duration Number ofperformances 2002 8701 Evolution Tour April 4, 2002 – July 7, 2002 (North America) 8701 Evolution Tour was Usher's first solo concert tour. Its set list mainly drew from his self-titled third solo album, 8701 (2001), but also included songs from his second album My Way. His North American leg featured several opening acts, including Faith Evans, Nas and Mr. Cheeks. On November 19, 2002, a live video album named Usher Live Evolution 8701 was released on November 19, 2002. ABC Family Channel premiered Usher: Evolution 8701 Live in concert on March 16, 2003. The tour consisted of 40 shows in North America, 20 in Europe and 2 in Africa. 2004-05 Truth Tour August 5, 2004 –October 7, 2004 (North America) The Truth Tour was the second concert tour by American recording artist Usher. Visiting North America and Europe, the tour accompanies his fourth studio album, Confessions. His North American leg featured opening acts JoJo, Christina Milian and Kanye West. "The Truth Tour" commenced on August 5, 2004, in Hampton, Virginia and concluded on October 7, 2004, in New York. It was ranked as one of the highest-grossing tours of 2004, grossing $29.1 million. Showtime broadcast the show during a special titled One Night, One Star: Usher Live: Live in Puerto Rico at José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum. During the concert special he brought out special guest Lil Jon, Ludacris, Daddy Yankee, Fat Joe, and Beyoncé to perform a dance routine to "Bad Girl" choreographed by Frank Gatson. As of September 16, 2005 DVD The Truth Tour: Behind The Tour, has been certified 7× Platinum by RIAA. 2008 One Night Stand: Ladies Only Tour November 2, 2008 – November 25, 2008 (North America) Usher toured fourteen cities in North America, coining the trip One Night Stand: Ladies Only Tour. Mainly targeting women, the tour commenced on November 2, 2008, and concluded on November 25, 2008. The tour's female-focused concept was inspired by other male recording artists who "did things special like this for their female fans", such as Teddy Pendergrass, Marvin Gaye and Prince. Enjoying the challenge of a female-only tour, Usher said, "There [are] only a few artists that can pull that off, I feel like I've had such a connection with my audience. This album, I felt like, was definitely the type of one that was more intimate. So what better way to get up close and personal than to make it all women?". 2010-11 OMG Tour Nov 10, 2010 – June 1, 2011, (North America & Europe) OMG Tour was the third concert tour by American recording artist Usher. Visiting North America, Asia, Europe and Australia, the tour accompanies his sixth studio album, Raymond v. Raymond (2010), as well as his first extended play, Versus (2010). It featured opening acts Miguel and Trey Songz. At the conclusion of 2011, the tour placed seventh on Billboard's annual, "Top 25 Tours", earning nearly $75 million with 73 shows. The OMG Tour: Live From London on was released on October 31, 2011. The show was filmed on February 21, 2011, at The O2 Arena in London, directed by Dick Carruthers. 2014–15 The UR Experience Tour November 1, 2014 - March 26, 2015 (North America & Europe) The UR Experience was the fifth concert tour by American recording artist Usher. Visiting North American and Europe. Its setlist was composed of a wide array of Raymonds's discography, in addition to new songs "Good Kisser", "She Came to Give It to You", "I Don't Mind" and a medleys of previous hits. August Alsina and DJ Cassidy supported his North American leg. For the European leg he would enlist the African-Norwegian group Nico & Vinz; introducing both to the public during their early careers. Yahoo broadcast the show on livestream his concert at Rexall Place in Edmonton, Alberta in Canada. 2018 RNB Fridays November 9–17, 2018 (Australia) Usher joined by Lil Jon, headlined RNB Fridays Live. The stadium tour started in Perth and stopped in Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane along the way before ending in Sydney in mid-November. Supporting acts included Salt-N-Pepa, Trey Songz, Eve, Estelle, Naughty by Nature, Ginuwine, Next, and Fatman Scoop.
Concerts and festivals Date Event Info October 29, 1998 B96 Halloween BashUsher performed as the headliner for the concert held at Rosemont Horizon in Chicago, Illinois.
Other performers included Monica, Tatyana Ali, Mya, Nicole, Sweetbox, Pras and INOJ. July 8, 2001 Party in the ParkUsher performed at the festival held at Hyde Park in London, England.
Other performers included Destiny’s Child, Bow Wow, Nelly Furtado, Craig David, Sisqo, Wyclef Jean, Shaggy and many others. August 18, 2001 106.1 All Star Summer JamUsher performed at the concert held at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California.
Other performers included Mary J Blige, Ginuwine, Musiq Soulchild, Sunshine Anderson and Erick Sermon. September 7–10, 2001Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary SpecialUsher performed at both concerts held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. It was broadcast by ABC
Other performers included Michael Jackson, The Jackson 5, Whitney Houston, Ray Charles, Luther Vandross, Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, NSYNC, Mýa and many others. October 21, 2001 United We Stand: What More Can I GiveUsher performed at the benefit concert held by Michael Jackson which took place at the RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C.
The concert was the third major concert held in tribute to the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks. The other two were held in New York City. July 19, 2002 Kube 93 Summer JamUsher performed as co-headliner for the concert alongside Nelly and Jermaine Dupri at The Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington
Other performers included LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, Da Brat, Mario and others. November 23, 2002 MTV Staying Alive ConcertUsher performed as co-headliner for the concert alongside P.Diddy at Green Point Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa.
The event was held to support HIV and AIDS charities in South Africa.
Other performers included local South African acts like Danny K, Mandoza, 101, Bianca Le Grange and Ready and D. March 5, 2005 One Night, One Star: Usher LiveShowtime broadcast Usher’s concert live at the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Other performers included Beyoncé, Lil Jon, Ludacris, Daddy Yankee and Fat Joe. July 25, 2005 Hot 107.9 Birthday BashUsher performed at the concert as a surprise guest during Ludacris’s set at the Hi Fi Buys Amphitheater in Atlanta, Georgia .
Other performers included Kanye West, T.I, Jermaine Dupri, Ying Yang Twins, Da Brat and many othersOctober 1, 2005 Andre Agassi’s Grandslam For ChildrenUsher performed at the benefit concert held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Other performers included Celine Dion, Mary J Blige, The Eagles, Duran Duran, Earth Wind & Fire, Glenn Frey and special appearances by Robin Williams and George Lopez. October 9, 2005 Usher‘s Project Restart Usher held a benefit concert as headliner to help aid survivors of Hurricane Katrina. The event was held at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
Other performers included Alicia Keys, Chris Brown, T.I, Young Jeezy and an appearance by James Brown and others. May 1, 2008Radio 1's Big WeekendUsher performed at the festival held at Mote Park in Maidstone, Kent.
Other performers included Madonna, Nelly, OneRepublic, The Fratellis, The Kooks, The Hoosiers and many others. June 14, 2008 Hot 107.9 Birthday BashUsher performed at the concert as a surprise guest during Young Jeezy’s set which took place at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia .
Other performers included Kanye West, T.I, Ludacris, Shawty Lo, The Game, Plies and many othersSeptember 4, 2008 NFL Kickoff ConcertUsher performed as co-headliner for the concert alongside Keith Urban and Natasha Bedingfield held at Columbus Circle in New York City, New York.December 11, 2009 Z100’s Jingle BallUsher introduced and performed with Justin Bieber for the concert held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.