Fresh off a whirlwind year and stepping into a bold new chapter, GRAMMY-nominated powerhouse Teddy Swims has officially announced his 2026 THE UGLY TOUR, a full-scale North American arena run that signals just how far his meteoric rise has carried him.
Kicking off September 22 in Kansas City, the tour will see Swims bring his genre-blurring mix of soul, pop, and rock to major cities across the continent before wrapping things up in Los Angeles on November 18.
The announcement arrives on the heels of “Mr. Know It All,” a slick yet emotionally heavy new single that leans into themes of self-sabotage and romantic hindsight. It’s a fitting introduction to this era—polished on the surface, but carrying a deeper weight underneath. That duality has become a signature for Swims, whose ability to balance vulnerability with stadium-sized hooks continues to set him apart.
Momentum has been on his side in a major way. His record-breaking hit “Lose Control” dominated charts for over two years, while his expansive I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Complete Edition) further cemented his reputation as a dynamic storyteller unafraid to lay it all bare. Add in recent collaborations spanning dance, R&B, and pop—and a high-profile festival circuit that includes stops at Coachella and Bonnaroo—and it’s clear Swims is operating at a career peak.
Now, with THE UGLY TOUR, he’s channeling that energy into what promises to be his most ambitious live show yet. Equal parts catharsis and celebration, the run is poised to bring fans deeper into his world—one that embraces the messy, the honest, and everything in between.
More info and tickets here.
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