Porter Robinson kicked off the opening weekend of his eagerly awaited SMILE! 😀 World Tour with a spectacular two-night performance at MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston and a show at Forest Hills Stadium in New York. The concerts spanned his decade-long career and showcased his evolving sound and stage presence. Below, you’ll find approved photos and videos from the opening night, available for free use.
The tour is divided into three main acts, starting with a full performance of Porter Robinson‘s latest album, “SMILE:D”, which debuted on July 26, 2024, via MOM+POP. Opening with tracks like “Knock Yourself Out XD” and “Is There Really No Happiness,” Porter set the tone with a virtual pink city skyline backdrop, inspired by his popular music video for “Cheerleader,” which boasts 4.6 million views on YouTube.
The second act focused on Porter Robinson‘s 2021 album, “Nurture”, featuring fan favorites such as “Everything Goes On,” “Look at the Sky,” and “Get Your Wish.” The concert’s visual elements, including vibrant lights and lasers, synchronized dynamically with each song, reflecting the meticulous thought behind the show’s creative design.
Marking the 10-year anniversary of Robinson‘s debut album, “Worlds”, the third act brought nostalgia with hits like “Sad Machine,” “Goodbye to a World,” and “Divinity.” The audience was enthralled by the live band’s performance, highlighting Porter Robinson‘s exceptional production skills.
For the encore, Porter performed one of his most iconic tracks, “Shelter,” which has accumulated over 200 million streams on Spotify. The show concluded with an electrifying rendition of Porter‘s personal favorite, “Russian Roulette.” During this finale, lyrics from social media comments, news headlines, and fan messages were displayed, adding a personal touch and enhancing audience engagement. The production effectively captured the essence of each album, with immersive visuals complementing the music seamlessly.
Presented by Live Nation, the SMILE! 😀 World Tour continues with its next stop on Thursday, September 5, at Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta. The tour will make its way across the globe, with upcoming performances in Orlando, Chicago, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Singapore, Manila, Paris, London, and more. See the full tour routing below.
Grammy-nominated artist Porter Robinson kicked off the opening weekend of his highly anticipated SMILE!World Tour with two unforgettable nights in Boston at MGM Music Hall at Fenway and a show at Forest Hills Stadium in New York. The performances spanned his 10+ year career, showcasing his evolution as an artist.
The tour is divided into three main acts, beginning with a full performance of his latest studio album, SMILE, released on July 26, 2024 via MOM+POP. Opening the concert with hits like “Knock Yourself Out XD” and “Is There Really No Happiness?”, Porter set the stage with a virtual pink city skyline, reminiscent of his music video for “Cheerleader,” which has amassed 4.6 million views on YouTube.
In the second act, Porter focused on his 2021 release Nurture, performing fan favorites such as “Everything Goes On,” “Look at the Sky,” and “Get Your Wish.” The use of colorful lights and lasers enhanced the concert experience, with dynamic set changes meticulously aligned with each song, reflecting Porter’s creative vision.
The third act celebrated the 10-year anniversary of Robinson’s debut album Worlds. The setlist included iconic tracks like “Sad Machine,” “Goodbye To A World,” and “Divinity.” Porter’s production, complemented by his live band, delivered an exhilarating performance that captivated the audience.
The encore featured one of Porter’s most famous hits, “Shelter,” which has over 200 million streams on Spotify. The show concluded with an electrifying performance of “Russian Roulette,” Porter’s personal favorite, with lyrics projected from fan comments, social media, and news headlines, adding a unique, interactive element to the fan experience.
The SMILE!World Tour, produced by Live Nation, continues on Thursday, September 5 at Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, with upcoming stops in Orlando, Chicago, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Singapore, Manila, Paris, London, and more. For the full tour routing, see below.
SMILE! 😀 World Tour Dates
August 29, 2024 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
August 30, 2024 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
August 31, 2024 – New York, NY – Forest Hills Stadium
September 5, 2024 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
September 6, 2024 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena
September 7, 2024 – Miami, FL – Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theatre
September 10, 2024 – Nashville, TN – Municipal Auditorium
September 11, 2024 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
September 13, 2024 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann
September 14, 2024 – Washington, DC – Merriweather Post Pavilion
September 15, 2024 – Pittsburgh, PA – UPMC Events Center
September 17, 2024 – Montreal, BC – MTELUS
September 19, 2024 – Toronto, BC – HISTORY
September 21, 2024 – Toronto, BC – HISTORY
September 22, 2024 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
September 23, 2024 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater
September 26, 2024 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee
September 27, 2024 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
September 28, 2024 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
September 30, 2024 – St. Louis, MO – Saint Louis Music Park
October 1, 2024 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
October 5, 2024 – Dallas, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
October 6, 2024 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
October 11, 2024 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
October 12, 2024 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
October 13, 2024 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
October 15, 2024 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel
October 16, 2024 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
October 18, 2024 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
October 19, 2024 – Las Vegas, NV – BleauLive Theater
October 24, 2024 – Sacramento, CA – Wheatland Toyota Amphitheatre
October 25, 2024 – San Francisco, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
October 28, 2024 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory Spokane
October 29, 2024 – Boise, ID – Revolution Concert House
October 31, 2024 – Portland, OR – Alaska Airlines’ Theater of the Clouds
November 1, 2024 – Vancouver, BC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
November 2, 2024 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
November 25, 2024 – Bangkok – Samyan Mitrtown Hall
November 27, 2024 – Singapore – The Star Performing Arts Centre
December 8, 2024 – Manila – The Podium
December 10, 2024 – Taipei – Zepp New Taipei
December 12, 2024 – Seoul – Myunghwa Live Hall
February 10, 2025 – Tokyo – Tokyo Garden Theater
February 11, 2025 – Osaka – Namba Hatch
February 12, 2025 – Nagoya – Diamond Hall
February 14, 2025 – Fukuoka – UNITEDLAB
February 21, 2025 – Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt
February 22, 2025 – Hamburg – Fabrik
February 24, 2025 – Oslo – Rockefeller Music Hall
February 25, 2025 – Stockholm – Berns
February 26. 2025 – Copenhagen – Vega
February 28, 2025 – Amsterdam – Melkweg
March 3, 2025 – Cologne – Live Music Hall
March 4, 2025 – Paris – Salle Pleyel
March 6, 2025 – London – O2 Academy Brixton
March 7, 2025 – Manchester – Albert Hall
March 8, 2025 – Glasgow – SWG3 Galvanizers
March 10, 2025 – Dublin – 3Olympia Theatre
*Photo & Video Credit: Kevin Murrugarra (@g4b.steezy)*
