Scottish music fans have reason to celebrate: iconic R&B stars of the 2000s, Ne-Yo and Akon, have unveiled plans for an extensive world tour. Promising a night of nostalgia and chart-topping hits, the duo is set to perform in Glasgow, giving fans an extraordinary opportunity to experience some of their most beloved songs live.
The “Nights Like This” tour will commence in Dublin on 24 April, before heading to Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 28 April for a highly anticipated concert. Following the UK dates, the tour will continue across major cities in Europe, the United States, and Canada, offering fans worldwide a chance to relive the magic of early 2000s R&B.
Across the tour, Ne-Yo and Akon are scheduled to perform in a total of 61 concerts, creating a spectacular celebration of nostalgia for devoted fans. Both artists will deliver their biggest hits, bringing classic R&B tracks back to life in an unforgettable live setting.
| Artist | Hit Songs |
|---|---|
| Ne-Yo | So Sick, Closer, Miss Independent, Mad, Because of You |
| Akon | Smack That, Lonely, Right Now (Na Na Na), Don’t Matter, Locked Up |
Ticket Information:
General Sale Begins: Friday, 30 January
Pre-sale Options:
OVO O2 Priority Presale: From 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale: 29 January, 10:00 AM
Spotify Presale: 29 January, 12:00 PM
Pre-sales allow fans to secure their preferred seats in advance, ensuring a prime spot for this highly anticipated performance.
Interestingly, the Glasgow leg of the tour has also attracted fellow R&B legend Jason Derulo, who was recently spotted leaving the Blythswood Square Hotel with security, travelling not in a limousine but in a simple grey Renault van. He was accompanied by his dance troupe and support acts for rehearsal purposes.
Attendees can expect an evening packed with the era’s most memorable R&B hits. Songs such as So Sick, Smack That, Closer, and Lonely promise to evoke a wave of nostalgia, making the concert a standout musical event of the year.
This tour not only reunites two of the 2000s’ most influential R&B icons but also provides fans with a vibrant and memorable live music experience. With its mix of classic hits and high-energy performances, “Nights Like This” is shaping up to be one of the major music highlights of 2026.