This summer, be on the lookout for some hot new music under the sun. There are great musical artists and bands coming to Long Island; be sure to check them out.
“I love summer concerts. I don’t even care who plays. As long as it’s good music, I’ll go,” sophomore Nicole Feeley said.
Rascal Flatts and The Band Perry will be performing at the Nikon Jones Beach Theater on May 31. Rascal Flatts will be performing hits from its newest album “Changed” and The Band Perry will be performing songs from its most recent album “Pioneer” which was released on April 2, according to Ticketmaster.com.
The Band Perry’s “Better Dig Two” and “Done” have been climbing the charts each week. However, the band is most known for its song “If I Die Young,” found on its introductory album “The Band Perry.”
On June 1, Pitbull and Ke$ha will also be playing at the Nikon Jones Beach Theater. Pitbull’s album titled “Global Warming” includes the hit song “Feel This Moment,” which features Christina Aguilera. Ke$ha will also be performing selections from “Warrior,” her latest album, which includes songs such as “Die Young” and “Crazy Kids” featuring Will.i.am. Tickets cost as little as twenty-eight dollars.
On June 28 and 29, One Direction will be invading Jones Beach. Their newest album “Take Me Home” consists of popular songs such as “Live While We’re Young” and “Little Things”. A new Australian band called “5 Seconds of Summer” will open up the concert.
Lil Wayne and T.I. will be performing on July 19. Released in early 2013, Lil Wayne’s newest album “I am Not a Human Being” features T.I. who raps alongside Lil Wayne.
After staying out of the spotlight for a few years, the Jonas Brothers are finally back and will be performing on July 20. One would think that these tickets would be exorbitantly priced, however, they are only 25 dollars. “I love Jonas Brothers, so I’m definitely going to try and get tickets. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity!” sophomore Olivia Geraghty said.
Lastly, the new group Imagine Dragons is coming to Jones Beach on July 25 to perform songs from its hit album “Night Visions” with songs such as “It’s Time” and “Radioactive”. The show is sure to be a sellout.
There are several concerts this summer that feature many different styles of music. Be sure to buy tickets now for your favorite music group to truly make this summer one that you will never forget.