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Teddy Swims to Headline 2026 Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert
Bay Area indie rapper LaRussell to open the show before the big game.
Jan. 28, 2026 at 10:31am
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Grammy-nominated singer Teddy Swims has been announced as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert, which will take place outside Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California on February 8th. The pregame party will be livestreamed on Peacock and aired on 120 iHeart radio stations across the country. Bay Area indie rapper LaRussell will open for Swims and also serve as the in-stadium house band on game day.
Why it matters
The Super Bowl Tailgate Concert is a highly anticipated part of the Super Bowl festivities, with past headliners including major music stars like Miley Cyrus, The Chainsmokers, and Post Malone. Teddy Swims' selection as the 2026 headliner, along with the inclusion of local artist LaRussell, highlights the event's ability to showcase both national talent and up-and-coming regional acts.
The details
Teddy Swims, known for his hit song "Lose Control," will take the stage at the NFL's expansive pre-game Tailgate Party zone just outside of Levi's Stadium. In addition to streaming on Peacock, the concert will air on 120 iHeart stations across the country and on the iHeartRadio app. Bay Area native LaRussell will open for Swims and also serve as the in-stadium house band on game day.
- The Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert will take place on February 8, 2026.
- The concert will start at 3:50 p.m. ET, ahead of the big game.
The players
Teddy Swims
A Grammy-nominated singer known for his hit song "Lose Control." He will headline the 2026 Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert.
LaRussell
A Bay Area indie rapper who will open for Teddy Swims at the Tailgate Concert and also serve as the in-stadium house band on game day.
What they’re saying
“The Super Bowl is one of those events I grew up watching with my dad and brothers and have always dreamed of being at and performing!”
— Teddy Swims (Billboard)
“Music has taken me places I never imagined, and Super Bowl is definitely one of them. Being part of Super Bowl week in my hometown means the world to me.”
— LaRussell, indie rapper (Billboard)
What’s next
The Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert will take place on February 8, 2026, ahead of the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.
The takeaway
The selection of Teddy Swims and LaRussell to headline the 2026 Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert showcases the event's ability to feature both national music stars and up-and-coming regional talent, providing an exciting start to the big game festivities.
