Phoenix, Arizona, September 19, 2025
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Genre-blending hyperpop artist Ashnikko has unveiled a global tour in support of her forthcoming album ‘Smoochies’. The tour will kick off in North America in 2026, visiting major cities including Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York City before heading to Europe and Australia. Fans can look forward to a total of 47 tour dates, with ticket sales starting soon. The album promises to deliver a more autobiographical approach, resonating with themes relevant to marginalized communities.
Phoenix, Arizona – Genre-blending hyperpop artist Ashnikko has announced a global tour in support of her upcoming album, “Smoochies,” which is set to be released on October 17, 2025. The tour will kick off in 2026, aiming to showcase Ashnikko’s new music across North America, Europe, and Australia.
The North American leg of the tour will start on March 18, 2026, with the opening concert scheduled to take place at The Van Buren in Phoenix, Arizona. The tour will cover a total of 47 dates and will conclude its U.S. and Canadian performances on May 19, 2026. Major cities on the North American itinerary include Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, Denver, Chicago, Detroit, New York City, and Toronto, among others.
Key performances in the North American segment are as follows:
- March 20: Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA
- March 21: Warfield, San Francisco, CA
- March 23: Showbox SODO, Seattle, WA
- March 24: Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver, BC
- March 28: Mission Ballroom, Denver, CO
- April 3: Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, Chicago, IL
- April 4: The Fillmore, Detroit, MI
- May 15: Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom, New York, NY
- May 19: History Toronto, Toronto, ON
The tour will also visit several other cities, including Dallas, Austin, Nashville, Atlanta, Miami Beach, and Philadelphia, as it makes its way across North America.
Following the North American leg, Ashnikko will perform in Europe starting in January 2026, and additional concerts are planned in Australia for September 2026.
General ticket sales for the tour will commence on September 19, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time, with tickets available for purchase through Ticketmaster and ashnikko.com.
Ashnikko’s upcoming album “Smoochies” will feature 15 tracks that reflect a more autobiographical approach to her lyrics. The album aims to resonate with themes relevant to femmes and marginalized communities, boasting a rebellious spirit throughout its compositions.
This tour marks another significant chapter in Ashnikko’s career, highlighting her unique blend of hyperpop elements and delivering messages that empower and uplift. As fans eagerly await the release of her album and the start of the tour, the anticipation builds for what promises to be an exhilarating experience for attendees across the globe.
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- Live Music Blog: Ashnikko Announces Smoochies Tour 2026 Dates
- Google Search: Ashnikko Smoochies Tour
- MLive: Tickets to Ashnikko’s 2026 Smoochies Tour Coming to Detroit, MI
- Wikipedia: Ashnikko
- mxdwn: Ashnikko Announces Spring 2026 North American Tour Dates
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hyperpop
- Rolling Stone AU: Ashnikko is Coming to Australia and New Zealand
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