Janet Jackson, Rage Against the Machine to perform in Buffalo

Her concert is July 21 at KeyBank Center; they play there July 27

Miss Janet Jackson kicks off her “Black Diamond World Tour” this summer to arenas across North America. The outing will feature an all-new production featuring new music from her anticipated forthcoming album “Black Diamond,” set for release this year.

Jackson will perform songs from her 12 multi-Platinum albums, including a special performance of “Rhythm Nation 1814,” which recently marked its 30th anniversary.

Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off June 24 in Miami and will visit major cities across the U.S., including a stop at KeyBank Center in Buffalo at 8 p.m. July 21.

Jackson is one of the most influential entertainers of the modern era. Her music has won her five Grammy Awards, two Emmy nominations, a Golden Globe Award and a nomination for an Academy Award along with dozens of American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards and Billboard Music Awards. She has received accolades as an actress, as well, including the NAACP Best Supporting Actor award.

Jackson, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, is also a published author, dancer, businesswoman and philanthropist, in addition to being one of the biggest-selling artists in popular music history. With sales of over 185 million records worldwide, Jackson stands as one of the top-selling artists of all time with a string of hits that have left an indelible impression on pop culture. Her music and artistry opened doors through which other top artists have followed, many acknowledging her impact on their musical perceptions.

Tickets go on sale at noon Thursday, Feb. 13, and can be purchased at the KeyBank Center box office, online at www.tickets.com, or by calling 888-223-6000. A random handbill policy will be in effect. A limited number of handbills are available now. All tickets are subject to applicable service charges and fees. No service charge applies at the KeyBank Center box office. Dates and times are subject to change without notice.

Janet Jackson (Tour image courtesy of KeyBank Center)

Rage Against the Machine

July 27, 2020

Rage Against The Machine has announced a worldwide headline tour that will make a stop at KeyBank Center at 8 p.m. July 27.

This tour marks the first time the iconic L.A. band – featuring vocalist Zack de la Rocha, guitarist Tom Morello, bassist Tim Commerford and drummer Brad Wilk – has toured together since 2011.

Incendiary rap duo Run the Jewels (Killer Mike & El-P) will join Rage Against the Machine for all headline dates (excluding Chicago) in support of their anticipated new album, “RTJ4,” out this spring.

Through ticketing, volunteering and band donations, Rage Against the Machine will be working with multiple charities and activist organizations throughout the tour. In addition, 100% of all proceeds from El Paso, Las Cruces and Phoenix will go to immigrant rights. 

Tickets go on sale at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, and can be purchased online at www.tickets.com, or by calling 888-223-6000. All tickets are subject to applicable service charges and fees. Dates and times are subject to change without notice.

Note: There will be no sales at KeyBank Center box office.