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Jay-Z Adds More Shows in London & Los Angeles to Continue His 30-Year Celebration
Jay-Z and Roc Nation have added second stadium dates in London and Los Angeles as part of a touring celebration marking 30 years since his debut album, Reasonable Doubt. The additional shows extend a run that follows his sold-out three-night stand at Yankee Stadium in New York, underlining the scale of the anniversary celebrations and the continued commercial demand for his live performances.
Jay-Z will now play London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 4 and 5 September, ahead of a previously announced Paris date at Stade de France on 10 September, while a second Los Angeles show has been added at SoFi Stadium on 24 October, alongside the existing 23 October date. Tickets go on pre-sale from Wednesday (29 July) at 10am local time via Live Nation, with access for Citi cardholders and O2/Virgin Media customers, before general sale opens on Thursday (30 July). The tour marks 30 years since Reasonable Doubt and 25 years since The Blueprint, following his recent Yankee Stadium shows, which featured guest appearances from Beyoncé, Rihanna, Usher and others.
In short
- Jay-Z adds second London and LA stadium dates for 30th anniversary tour
- London: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 4-5 September; LA: SoFi Stadium, 23-24 October
- Pre-sale starts 29 July, general sale 30 July via Live Nation
Explained simply
Jay-Z is one of the world's most commercially successful hip-hop artists and a significant music industry executive through his company Roc Nation. His influence spans both his own recordings and his role in shaping the broader music business over the past three decades.
This year marks 30 years since the release of his debut album Reasonable Doubt, which is considered a landmark record in hip-hop history that established both his artistic credibility and commercial success. The milestone has prompted an extensive touring celebration of his career and enduring cultural impact.
His recent concerts at Yankee Stadium in New York sold out, demonstrating strong demand for tickets. These performances featured appearances from numerous major artists, underlining the scale of the event. The success of these shows indicates both his continued popularity and the significance of this anniversary celebration.