Austin locals, mark your calendars and get ready for Janelle Monáe, the multi-talented American singer, rapper, and actress, who is coming to The Moody Amphitheater on October 11th, 2023! Monáe’s captivating stage presence and groundbreaking musical style have earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards throughout her career. Janelle Monáe’s tour is named The Age of Pleasure Tour and is set to be a celebration of her musical journey and the release of her highly anticipated album. With a brand new album hitting streaming platforms tomorrow and a reputation for delivering awe-inspiring live shows, this is a concert you won’t want to miss!
Monáe’s musical career began with her debut demo album, “The Audition,” in 2003. Her conceptual EP, Metropolis: Suite I (The Chase), introduced the world to her visionary storytelling abilities. It peaked at number two on the US Top Heatseekers chart! She released her first full length album, The ArchAndroid, on May 18th, 2010 and it was a sequel to her latest EP concept wise. Her next album, The Electric Lady, came out on September 6th, 2013 and debuted at number five on the Billboard 200’s chart! She has seamlessly blended genres such as R&B, funk, soul, and futuristic pop, even in her early days.
Her third studio album, Dirty Computer, arrived on streaming platforms on April 27th, 2018 and was met with widespread critical acclaim. It peaked in the top ten on the Billboard 200’s chart. The album touches upon themes of identity, self-expression, and societal norms. The album’s success granted her two nominations at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards, including an Album of the Year nomination.
Monáe’s talents extend beyond the realm of music. Her acting career started with stellar performances in acclaimed films such as “Moonlight” and “Hidden Figures.” Her acting has granted her multiple nominations and she has also starred in the films “Harriet” and “Homecoming” more recently in 2019 and 2022. In 2022 she won her first Children’s and Family Emmy Award for her Outstanding Short form program her her roll in “We the People.” Her ability to effortlessly transition between music and acting showcases her versatility as an artist and how talented this woman truly is!
In most recent news, Monáe’s upcoming album, The Age of Pleasure, is set to be released TONIGHT at midnight. The album adds an extra layer of anticipation for her upcoming tour, since it is The Age of Pleasure Tour. With the already released singles “Lipstick Lover” and “Float,” fans have had a taste of what to expect from this highly anticipated record. Don’t miss your chance to secure your tickets to see this 8 time Grammy nominated artist! Tickets are still available on Ticketmaster.com.
When? October 11th, 2023
Where? Moody Amphitheater
Time? Doors open at 6:00 pm CT & show starts at 7:00 pm CT
Ages? All ages
Photo Credit: Raymond Float
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