Legendary rock band Heart is gearing up for an exhilarating musical journey as they announce the Royal Flush Tour 2024, where they will be joined by special guests Cheap Trick on select North American dates and Squeeze in the UK. The tour is set to kick off on April 20 in Greenville, South Carolina, and will span 52 cities, concluding in Morrison, Colorado, on September 22.
Heart, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee since 2013, is known for its dynamic career spanning over five decades. Formed in Seattle, the band has left an indelible mark on the music industry with a repertoire of classics that includes an impressive 20 Top 40 singles. The upcoming tour promises an electrifying experience as the band performs iconic hits such as “Magic Man,” “Straight On,” “Barracuda,” and “Crazy on You,” showcasing the range of their hard-hitting, guitar-driven rockers and softer, melodic tunes like “These Dreams.”
The present lineup of Heart consists of Ann Wilson (lead vocals, flute), Nancy Wilson (rhythm, lead and acoustic guitar, backing and lead vocals), Ryan Wariner (lead and rhythm guitar), Ryan Waters (guitars), Paul Moak (guitars, keyboards, backing vocals), Tony Lucido (bass, backing vocals), and Sean T. Lane (drums). This powerhouse ensemble is ready to captivate audiences across North America during the Royal Flush Tour.
Additionally, Heart will also join forces with rock bands Def Leppard and Journey as a supporting act on select dates, adding even more excitement to an already impressive musical lineup.
Cheap Trick, hailing from Rockford, Illinois, and inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, will bring their own brand of rock magic to the Royal Flush Tour. With a stellar career spanning nearly five decades, Cheap Trick has sold 20 million albums worldwide and delivered timeless hits like “I Want You to Want Me,” “Surrender,” “Ain’t That a Shame,” and “The Flame.”
The four-man lineup of Cheap Trick comprises lead singer Robin Zander, guitarist Rick Nielsen, bassist Tom Petersson, and Daxx Nielsen, the guitarist’s son who took over the role of drummer from original member Bun E. Carlos in 2010. Daxx has been an integral part of the band, contributing to their continued success as they consistently deliver high-energy performances.
Fans eagerly anticipate the Royal Flush Tour, and tickets will be available through Citi presales starting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. An artist presale, using the code DREAMS, kicks off Wednesday at 10 a.m., and public ticket sales begin at 10 a.m. Friday at heart-music.com.
Heart expressed their excitement about the upcoming tour on Instagram, stating, “Can’t wait as they prepare to embark on a musical journey that promises to be a memorable experience for fans and a celebration of rock ‘n’ roll history.
The Royal Flush Tour 2024 is not just a concert series but a testament to the enduring legacy of Heart and Cheap Trick, bringing together two iconic bands for a tour that will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the hearts of music enthusiasts around the world.