AJR Launches Cinematic ‘Somewhere in the Sky’ Tour with Electric Sparks Kickoff

AJR officially kicked off their highly anticipated “Somewhere in the Sky” Tour on July 18 at the Nugget Event Center, treating fans to a visually spectacular and sonically immersive concert experience. The indie-pop trio of brothers Adam, Jack, and Ryan Met opened the 18-city North American tour with a sold-out show that blended musical innovation with theatrical storytelling.

Opening with their hit single “Way Less Sad,” the performance evolved into a dynamic setlist packed with fan favorites and creatively reimagined tracks. Highlights included theatrical versions of “Karma” and “Betty,” and a marching-band-style finale of “Weak,” which left the crowd energized and emotional. The audience also sang along to a newly arranged version of “World’s Smallest Violin,” underscoring the band’s connection with its fanbase.

The production featured sweeping LED visuals, immersive lighting effects, and narrative segments that invited the audience into the band’s world. The show balanced AJR’s high-octane energy with personal storytelling, creating moments of intimacy amid the grandeur. Beach Weather joined as the opening act, part of a rotating roster of support performers that includes Cavetown, Quinn XCII, Chelsea Cutler, and more throughout the tour.

Described by attendees as a “magical outdoor spectacle,” the Sparks debut set the tone for a tour that promises theatricality, innovation, and fan-first experiences. Next on the itinerary is a July 20 performance at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, with upcoming stops in cities including Salt Lake City, Denver, and a final night at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 4.

Fans and critics alike are praising AJR’s fresh takes on beloved hits and the tour’s creative staging, marking it as one of the must-see events of the summer.