Johnny Marr at The Fillmore

Almost forty years after the fabled "Meat is Murder" Tour, Johnny Marr and James will reunite in a joint series of concerts connecting North America coast to coast! Summer 2024's End will see The Smith's former guitarist and his fellow Mancunian act begin their trip in Denver before lighting up other big markets, such as LA, Brooklyn, and Toronto, during its two-month course. Watch them in New Orleans on October 4 as 20-city tour's second half kicks off LIVE at The Fillmore!

"We admired them and even did one of their songs in our set. I've been a fan of theirs ever since and being out on tour again after 40 years is a really great thing," Marr recalls their previous tour in a press release.

Behold English journeyman Johnny Marr on this night as he exhibits the prodigious skill that had critics lauding him as the "80's most inventive and distinctive guitarist!" With DECADES of expertise sought-after by Academy winner Hans Zimmer, our artist conquered the Top 10 of UK's Official Album charts, eventually earning him a "Godlike Genius" Award from NME. Lend an eager ear to Johnny Marr's timeless tunes, such as "Easy Money" and Vinyl chart-toppers "Hi Hello" and "Spiral Cities," bridging a classic jangle-pop set from the celebrated series of the albums started by 2013's The Messenger.

Indie pop crew James will then take the mic for a spin in a rousing segment of lyrical wit and alt-rock harmonies. Winner of Silver Clef and UK Music Video Award, this triple-platinum band offers their most esteemed records on stage, which include Top 10 UK Singles "Sit Down," "Sound," "and "She's a Star." Other "Best of" hits that add to over 25 million album sales will be featured, too, in the the vein of "Laid," "Say Something," and "Sometimes," all led by vocalist Tim Booth and titular bassist James "Jim Glennie.

“We were met with such generosity and kindness that it changed our DNA. Co-headlining an American tour with the true Gent and genius that is Johnny Marr, is an honor and pleasure. We look forward to making magic together," said James' lead vocalist Tim Booth.

Our terrific two have also churned out new music within a calendar cycle. So keep an ear out for more of Johnny Marr's GREATEST hits from his Spirit Power (2023) compilation album and James' uniquely stylish alternative rock fare from their Yummy (2024) LP.

Our host, The Fillmore New Orleans, is a world-class venue tailored for equally world-class music! Its vicinity radiates an ambiance that thousands of fans can fully immerse into, further highlighted by pitch-perfect indoor acoustics and an ever-supportive staff on call. Book your reservations soon to see Johnny Marr and James LIVE this Friday, October 4th!