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Queen + Adam Lambert
The “American Idol” runner-up joins forces with one of rock’s most legendary bands as Queen + Adam Lambert reveal a summer trek beginning in Chicago in June.
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Roger Taylor, Adam Lambert and Brian May during a press conference in New York.
While the combination featuring Lambert with Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor appeared on “American Idol” in May and at the
But that will change beginning June 19 in the Windy City followed by a westward run across Canada’s provinces, returning to the U.S. July 1 when the tour stops in San Jose, Calif.
“I’m completely in awe of the Queen phenomenon,” Lambert said. “The thought of sharing the stage for a full set in North America is so beautifully surreal. I’m honored to be able to pay my respects to Freddie’s memory; he’s a personal hero of mine, and I am deeply grateful for the chance to sing such powerful music for fans of this legendary band. I know this tour will be a huge milestone for me, and with the support of Brian, Roger and the rest of the band, I feel like magic will be on display.”
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Euro 2012 soccer championship, Kiev, Ukraine
The tour is presented by Live Nation. Here are the dates:
June 19 – Chicago, Ill., United Center
June 21 – Winnipeg, Manitoba, MTS Centre
June 23 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Credit Union Centre
June 24 – Edmonton, AB Rexall Place
June 26 – Calgary, Alberta, Scotiabank Saddledome
June 28 – Vancouver, British Columbia, Rogers Arena
July 1 – San Jose, Calif., SAP Center At San Jose
July 3 – Inglewood, Calif., The Forum
July 5 – Las Vegas, Nev., The Joint @ Hard Rock Hotel / Casino
July 6 – Las Vegas, Nev., The Joint @ Hard Rock Hotel / Casino
July 9 – Houston, Texas, Toyota Center
July 10 – Dallas, Texas, American Airlines Center
July 12 – Auburn Hills, Mich., The Palace Of Auburn Hills
July 13 – Toronto, Ontario, Air Canada Centre
July 14 – Montreal, Quebec, Bell Centre
July 16 – Philadelphia, Pa., Wells Fargo Center
July 17 – New York, N.Y., Madison Square Garden Arena
July 19 – Uncasville, Conn., Mohegan Sun Arena
July 20 – Columbia, Md., Merriweather Post Pavilion
American Express will conduct a presale for its cardholders beginning March 10 at 10 a.m. local time in the U.S. and March 11 at 10 a.m. local time Canada.
General onsales begin March 14. Check out QueenOnline.com and AdamOfficial.com for more information.