10 Can't-Miss 2018 Pittsburgh Concerts

PITTSBURGH, PA - Although the new year has barely begun, some of the most famous acts in rock, country and pop are planning Pittsburgh appearances in 2018. Here’s an early look at who is coming to town:

• Alan Jackson, March 24, PPG Paints Arena

The country icon brings his Honky Tonk Highway tour sees Jackson performing hits that have gained him legions of longtime fans and songs that continue to draw new crowds as a younger generation discovers his music. Expect to hear cuts like “Here in The Real World,” “Chattahoochee,” “Drive,” “Gone Country” and arty anthems “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” and “Good Time.”
Alan Jackson tickets start at $71.

• Pink, April 7, PPG Paints Arena

The artist originally known as Alecia Beth Moore is touring to promote her seventh studio album, “Beautiful Trauma,” which was released in October nearly two decades since she first cracked the top 10 with “There You Go.” Since then, she’s racked up hits that have included number one smashes such as “So What” and “Raise Your Glass.”
Pink tickets start at $265.

• Kenny Chesney, June 2, Heinz Field

As the sun starts to heat up with the approach of summer, Chesney will bring his Trip Around the Sun tour to his usual Pittsburgh venue.The tour will feature songs from "The Big Revival" and "Cosmic Hallelujah" along with the favorite songs to which fans are accustomed. Joining Chesney will be Academy of Country Music Male Vocalist and Country Music Association and ACM Single of the Year winner Thomas Rhett and breakthrough artist Brandon Lay.

Kenny Chesney tickets start at $45.

• Foreigner with Whitesnake and Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening, June 27, KeyBank Pavilion

Responsible for some of rock and roll's most enduring anthems including "Juke Box Hero," "Cold as Ice," "Feels Like The First Time," "Urgent," "Head Games," "Say You Will," and the worldwide number one hit, "I Want To Know What Love Is," the band brings the aptly named Juke Box Heroes tour to town. Expect to hear 40 years of hits.
Foreigner tickets start at $16.75.

• Weezer with the Pixies, July 10, KeyBank Pavilion

Described by All Music as "Alt-rock dons who match hook-heavy power pop and doses of melodic metal with themes of awkwardness and geekdom," Weezer's hits include "Buddy Holly," "Undone - The Sweater Song," "Say It Ain't So," "Hash Pipe," and most recently "Feels Like Summer." Since Weezer's formation in 1992, the group has sold more than 17 million records worldwide.
Weezer tickets start at $25.

• Shania Twain, July 17, PPG Paints Arena

One of the best selling musical artists of all time, Twain last played Pittsburgh in 2015. She's known for hits such as "From This Moment On," "You're Still the One," "That Don't Impress Me Much," and "Man! I Feel Like a Woman." She’s touring in support of her latest album “Now.”
Shania Twain tickets start at $37.75.

• Foo Fighters, July 19, PPG Paints Arena

Formed more than 20 years ago out of the ashes of Nirvana, the Foos are known for such hits as “Learn to Fly,” “Times Like These,” “Monkey Wrench,” and “I’ll Stick Around.” The band is touring in support of its most recent album “Concrete and Gold.”
Foo Fighters tickets start at $117.

• Eagles, July 24, PPG Paints Arena

Known for an extensive catalog of hits such as "Hotel California," "One Of These Nights," "Peaceful Easy Feeling," and "Take It Easy," the Eagles will have a different lineup than they did when they last played Pittsburgh in 2015. With co-founder Glenn Frey’s death in 2016, the band now consists of co-founder Don Henley, longtime members Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmitt, country chart-topper Vince Gill and Frey's son, Deacon.
Eagles tickets start at $167.

• Taylor Swift, Aug. 7, Heinz Field

Known for hits such as "Shake It Off," "You Belong With Me," "Blank Space," and "I Knew You Were Trouble," Swift will be touring in support of her latest album, "Reputation," that was just released in November. She last appeared in Pittsburgh in 2015, playing Heinz Field while showcasing songs from the incredibly successful "1989" album.

Taylor Swift tickets start at $97.

• Maroon 5, Sept. 29, PPG Paints Arena

The pop rock band brings the Red Pill Blues tour to town. You almost assuredly will hear smash hits such as “Moves Like Jagger,” “Maps,” “Animals,” and What Lovers Do.”
Maroon 5 tickets start at $65.25.

Photos: Associated Press.