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The Live Beat: Demi Lovato

After years of making headlines for her powerhouse vocals and heavy subject matter, Demi Lovato is loosening the grip. Her upcoming It’s Not That Deep Tour marks a new era—one that trades tension for movement.

Fresh off a sold-out show at the Hollywood Palladium that doubled as a test run for the tour, Lovato officially announced a 23-date North American trek kicking off April 8 in Charlotte, NC, and wrapping May 25 in Houston, TX. Stops include Atlanta, Toronto, Chicago, New York’s Madison Square Garden, and L.A.’s Kia Forum, with support from rising artist Adéla. The run celebrates her latest album, It’s Not That Deep—a title that, for Lovato, feels like a mission statement.

After a few years marked by heavier releases (Holy Fvck, anyone?), It’s Not That Deep leans into a smoother, dancier sound that feels refreshingly unbothered—a conscious pivot from the raw rock grit of her last era. Think less exorcism, more release.

But don’t mistake “light” for “lazy.” Lovato has never phoned in a live show, and her numbers prove it: with over 1.2 million tickets sold and $70 million grossed since her touring debut, she’s long been an arena mainstay. Expect the same powerhouse vocals, just with a glossier edge and a setlist that slides between club energy and full-bodied nostalgia.

The preview show at the Palladium reportedly featured new material alongside longtime staples, suggesting a balanced tour set that honors her evolution without getting bogged down by it.

For fans who’ve followed Lovato through every transformation—Disney days, pop reign, rock revival—this might be the most joyful version yet.

More info and ticket prices here.

Photo by Ralph Arvesen licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.