Birmingham concerts: Your guide to 40 must-see shows in spring 2023
Got your tickets yet? Birmingham’s concert calendar is brimming with vigor this spring, and plenty of noteworthy artists are set to perform at venues throughout the metro area. Here are 40 shows that caught our attention, scheduled from late March through the end of June.
FIRE & RAIN: FOLK ANTHEMS OF THE ‘70s
Who: Nashville duo Swearingen & Kelli perform pops concert with Alabama Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Christopher Confessore.
When: March 25 at 8 p.m. NOTE: This concert has been postponed, “due to sudden illness of one of the guest artists,” the symphony said March 24 via social media. A rescheduled date is pending.
Where: Jemison Concert Hall, Alys Stephens Center, 1200 10th Ave. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $12-$65, via Stephens Center website or 205-975-2787.
More info: Alabama Symphony website.
The rock band Drive-By Truckers. (Courtesy Brantley Guitierrez)
DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS
Who: Rock band with Alabama roots performs, members include Shoals natives Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley. With Margo Cilker.
When: March 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Iron City, 513 22nd St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $35 general admission, $5 surcharge for those younger than age 21, via Eventbrite.
More info: Iron City website or 205-761-5100.
Singer Sam Beam of Iron & Wine performs at The Bomhard Theater on March 20, 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Stephen J. Cohen/Getty Images)
IRON & WINE
Who: Singer-songwriter Sam Beam performs.
When: March 26 at 8 p.m.
Where: Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $29.50-$49.50, a few single seats left via Ticketmaster.
More info: Lyric Theatre website or 205-252-2262 (general number for theater).
LUCIUS
Who: Indie-pop band performs fronted by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, on “Love So Deep” tour. With Danielle Ponder.
When: March 30 at 8 p.m.
Where: Saturn, 200 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $30, via Saturn website.
Website: Saturn website or 205-703-9546.
Rick Mitarotonda of Goose performs during the Tom Petty Dreamset at the All In Music & Arts Festival at the Indiana State Fairgrounds on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022, in Indianapolis. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)
GOOSE
Who: Fast-rising, buzz-worthy jam band from Connecticut performs.
When: April 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: General admission and VIP sold out via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Stevie Nicks performs at the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival on Sunday, June 19, 2022 in Manchester, Tenn. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)
STEVIE NICKS
Who: Rock singer-songwriter and member of Fleetwood Mac performs on solo tour.
When: April 5 at 7 p.m.
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 Ninth Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $49.50-$545, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
John Paul White. (Courtesy Alysse Gafkjen)
JOHN PAUL WHITE
Who: Alabama singer-songwriter (and former member of The Civil Wars) performs with Alabama Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Daniel Stevens.
When: April 6 at 7 p.m.
Where: Jemison Concert Hall, Alys Stephens Center, 1200 10th Ave. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $25-$45, via Stephens Center website or 205-975-2787.
More info: Alabama Symphony website.
Young Nudy performs during 2022 Lollapalooza day four at Grant Park on July 31, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)
YOUNG NUDY
Who: Rapper from Atlanta performs, touring on 2023 “Gumbo” album.
When: April 12 at 8 p.m.
Where: Iron City, 513 22nd St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $29.50 general admission, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Iron City website or 205-761-5100.
Kenny Chesney performs during the Country Music Hall of Fame Medallion Ceremony on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Wade Payne/Invision/AP)
KENNY CHESNEY
Who: Country star performs on “I Go Back Tour.”
When: April 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 Ninth Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $29-$349, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
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LITTLE BIG TOWN
Who: Harmonizing country-pop band performs on “Friends of Mine” tour.
When: April 13 at 8 p.m.
Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $30-$187, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
Orville Peck attends the 2021 GQ Men of the Year Party at The West Hollywood EDITION on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in West Hollywood, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)
ORVILLE PECK
Who: Masked country singer performs on his “Bronco” tour.
When: April 20 at 8 p.m.
Where: Iron City, 513 22nd St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $35 advance general admission, sold out; $164 VIP, sold out; $110-$134 VIP via Eventbrite.
More info: Iron City website or 205-761-5100.
MAGGIE ROSE & HAPPY LANDING
Who: Rock/soul/R&B singer-songwriter from Nashville performs. With Billy Allen & the Pollies.
When: April 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Saturn, 200 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $17, via Saturn website.
Website: Saturn website or 205-703-9546.
Smokey Robinson presents the award for best pop duo/group performance at the 65th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP
SMOKEY ROBINSON
Who: Iconic R&B performer, songwriter and producer performs.
When: April 21 at 8 p.m.
Where: Jemison Concert Hall, Alys Stephens Center, 1200 10th Ave. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $125-$175, via Stephens Center website or 205-975-2787.
More info: Stephens Center website.
Janet Jackson poses in the press room during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)
JANET JACKSON
Who: Pop and R&B star, member of the famed Jackson family, performs on her “Together Again” tour. With Ludacris.
When: April 22 at 8 p.m.
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 Ninth Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $15.95-$1,101, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
Wilco’s spring tour in 2023 will include two concerts in Alabama, in Birmingham and Huntsville. (Courtesy photo/Peter Crosby)
WILCO
Who: Chicago rock band performs, on tour for “Cruel Country” album. With The A’s.
When: April 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $47.50 general admission, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster; $69.50 premium pit access, sold out.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Lil Wayne has announced dates for a 2023 “Welcome to Tha Carter Tour.” His agenda includes an April 24 show at Birmingham’s Iron City. (Courtesy photo/Ramona Rosales)
LIL WAYNE
Who: Hip-hop star performs on his “Welcome to Tha Carter Tour.”
When: April 24 at 8 p.m.
Where: Iron City, 513 22nd St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $79.95 advance general admission, sold out via Ticketmaster; premier seating $152-$452, available via Ticketmaster.
More info: Iron City website or 205-761-5100.
Nickel Creek, from left: guitarist Sean Watkins, mandolinist Chris Thile, fiddler Sara Watkins. (Courtesy photo/Josh Goleman)
NICKEL CREEK
Who: Bluegrass/folk/Americana trio performs. With Gaby Moreno.
When: April 25 at 7 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $43 general admission, $169 VIP, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Key Glock performs on stage at the Buckhead Theatre on Monday, April 4, 2022, in Atlanta. (Photo by Paul R. Giunta/Invision/AP)
KEY GLOCK
Who: Memphis rapper performs on “Glockoma” tour.
When: April 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $37.50 general admission, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
JAMES MCMURTRY
Who: Americana singer-songwriter performs.
When: April 28 at 8 p.m.
Where: Saturn, 200 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $20, via Saturn website.
Website: Saturn website or 205-703-9546.
Brett Young arrives at the CMT Music Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)AP
BRETT YOUNG
Who: Country-pop singer-songwriter performs on “Five, TOUR, Three, Two, One” tour. With Morgan Evans and Ashley Cooke.
When: April 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $37.50 general admission, $119 VIP, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi of Tedeschi Trucks Band. (Courtesy photo)Courtesy of the Tedeschi Trucks Band
TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND
Who: Rock and blues band performs, led by guitarist Derek Trucks and singer Susan Tedeschi.
When: April 29 at 7 p.m.
Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $33.50-$349, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are touring together in 2023. Their agenda includes two shows in Alabama, in Birmingham and Huntsville. (Courtesy photo/David McClister)
ROBERT PLANT & ALISON KRAUSS
Who: Rock legend and bluegrass icon perform on “Raise the Roof” tour.
When: April 29 at 8 p.m.
Where: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, 1000 Amphitheater Road, Pelham.
Tickets: $29.50-$586, plus service charges, via Live Nation/Ticketmaster.
More info: Plant-Krauss website.
BUCKCHERRY
Who: Rock band performs, in advance of “Vol. 10″ album set for June 2 release.
When: April 30 at 8 p.m.
Where: Zydeco, 2001 15th Ave. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $25, via Ticketweb.
More info: Zydeco website or 205-933-1032.
The Chicago-based Umphrey’s McGee rocked out the Landmark Theatre Friday night, January 21, 2022. N. Scott Trimble | [email protected]
UMPHREY’S MCGEE
Who: Popular jam band performs.
When: April 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $33 general admission, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams returns to Birmingham for a concert on May 4 at the Lyric Theatre. (Courtesy photo/Danny Clinch)
LUCINDA WILLIAMS
Who: Americana singer-songwriter performs with her band.
When: May 4 at 8 p.m.
Where: Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $36.50-$339.50, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Lyric Theatre website or 205-252-2262 (general number for theater, not a box office).
Joshua Michael Tillman of Father John Misty performs on stage during day 3 of ‘Corona Capital 2022’ at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on November 20, 2022 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Jaime Nogales/Medios y Media/Getty Images)Getty Images
FATHER JOHN MISTY
Who: Singer-songwriter Joshua Michael Tillman performs.
When: May 5 at 8 p.m.
Where: Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $42, plus service charges, a few single seats left via Ticketmaster.
More info: Lyric Theatre website or 205-252-2262 (general number for theater, not a box office).
CAIN
Who: Christian country trio (siblings from Hartselle, Alabama) performs on “Live and In Color” spring tour. With Katy Nichole and David Leonard.
When: May 6 at 7 p.m.
Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $15-$35, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
Leonid & Friends, including band founder Leonid Vorobyev (fourth from right). (Courtesy photo)
LEONID & FRIENDS
Who: Chicago tribute band performs; troupe was founded by Leonid Vorobyev and includes musicians from Russia, Ukraine, Moldova and Belarus.
When: May 6 at 8 p.m.
Where: Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $39-$54, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Lyric Theatre website or 205-252-2262 (general number for theater, not a box office).
Improvisational rock band Gov’t Mule. From left: drummer Matt Abts, keyboardist Danny Louis, bassist Jorgen Carlsson and singer/guitarist Warren Haynes. (Courtesy Jay Sansone)
GOV’T MULE
Who: Rock/blues/ jam band performs, led by guitarist Warren Haynes.
When: May 14 at 6 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $37.50 general admission, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Singer Sully Erna of Godsmack performs with the band, live on stage during a concert at the Columbiahalle on October 16, 2022 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Frank Hoensch/Redferns)
GODSMACK
Who: Hard rock band led by Sully Erna performs, on tour for “Lighting Up the Sky” album.
When: May 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, 1000 Amphitheater Road, Pelham.
Tickets: $49.50-$251.50, plus service charges, via Live Nation/Ticketmaster.
More info: Godsmack website.
Ronnie Dunn, left, and Kix Brooks, of Brooks & Dunn, arrive at the 56th Annual CMA Awards on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)
BROOKS & DUNN
Who: Veteran country hitmakers perform on “Reboot” tour. With Scotty McCreery.
When: May 18 at 7 p.m.
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 Ninth Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $27.75-$424, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: BJCC website or 205-458-8400.
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SHEILA E.
Who: Percussionist and singer performs, best known for her work with Prince and single “The Glamorous Life.”
When: June 1 at 7 p.m.
Where: Jemison Concert Hall, Alys Stephens Center, 1200 10th Ave. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $45-$65, via Stephens Center website or 205-975-2787.
More info: Stephens Center website.
En Vogue on the NKOTB Mixtape tour, July 21, 2022, at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Sean Simmers | [email protected]
“HOT SUMMER NIGHTS” TOUR
Who: TLC, Shaggy, En Vogue and Sean Kingston perform.
When: June 1 at 7 p.m.
Where: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, 1000 Amphitheater Road, Pelham.
Tickets: $29.50-$375, plus service charges, via Live Nation/Ticketmaster.
More info: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre website.
RYAN ADAMS & THE CARDINALS
Who: Americana/rock singer-songwriter performs with his band on comeback tour, four years after #MeToo controversy.
When: June 3 at 7 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $43 general admission, $67.50 preferred pit, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters, right, performs with the band at Lollapalooza Chile 2022 at Parque Bicentenario Cerrillos on March 18, 2022, in Santiago, Chile. Foo Fighters are going back on tour in 2023, after playing tribute concerts to honor the band’s late drummer, Taylor Hawkins. (Photo by Marcelo Hernandez/Getty Images)
FOO FIGHTERS
Who: Rock band led by Dave Grohl performs, on their first tour since 2022 tribute concerts honoring band’s late drummer, Taylor Hawkins.
When: June 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, 1000 Amphitheater Road, Pelham.
Tickets: $59.50-$129.50, sold out via Live Nation/Ticketmaster.
More info: Foo Fighters website.
James Taylor sings during an event about the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)AP
JAMES TAYLOR
Who: Legendary singer-songwriter performs with his All-Star Band.
When: June 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, 1000 Amphitheater Road, Pelham.
Tickets: $59.50-$696, plus service charges, via Live Nation/Ticketmaster.
More info: Taylor’s website.
Tori Amos will be on the road in 2023 with her “Ocean to Ocean Ttour.” Her agenda includes a June 22 date at the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham. (Courtesy photo)
TORI AMOS
Who: Singer-songwriter and keyboard player performs on her “Ocean to Ocean” tour.
When: June 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Alabama Theatre, 1817 Third Ave. North, Birmingham.
Tickets: $46.50-$174.50, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Alabama Theatre website or or 205-252-2262 (general number for theater).
SAVAGE MASTER
Who: Heavy metal band from Kentucky performs. With Crossed Hearts, Kamikaze Zombie and Nolan’s Flight.
When: June 23 at 10 p.m.
Where: The Nick, 2514 10th Ave. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $15 advance, via Ticketweb.
Good to know: The Nick is a private club, membership card required, $5 per year.
More info: The Nick website or 205-252-3831.
Jason Isbell, second from right, will be on tour in 2023 with his band, the 400 Unit. The band has a new album, “Weathervanes,” set for release on June 9. From left: Sadler Vaden, Chad Gamble, Jimbo Hart, Isbell and Derry deBorja. (Courtesy photo)
JASON ISBELL & THE 400 UNIT
Who: Acclaimed singer-songwriter — Alabama native, multiple Grammy winner and former member of Drive-By Truckers — performs with his band, on heels of new album, “Weathervanes.” With S.G. Goodman.
When: June 23-24 at 7 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $68 general admission, $87.50 preferred pit, plus service charges, available for June 23 show via Ticketmaster; $87.50 preferred pit, plus service charges, available for June 24 show via Ticketmaster; two-day tickets sold out via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
Fleet Foxes return to Birmingham on June 27, 2023, for a concert at Avondale Brewing Co. (Courtesy photo/Shervin Lainez)
FLEET FOXES
Who: Indie folk-pop band from Seattle performs on “Shore” tour. With Uwade.
When: June 27 at 7 p.m.
Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St. South, Birmingham.
Tickets: $38 general admission, $128 VIP, plus service charges, via Ticketmaster.
More info: Avondale Brewing website or 205-203-4546.
(Note on ticket prices: Prices for all shows listed here were for face-value tickets from the original ticket vendors, on the day we checked them. Ticketmaster’s “dynamic pricing” means that prices can go up — sometimes way up — if the concert is in hot demand.)