Daughtry to Headline Pearl Day Concert on April 25

Multi-platinum rock band Daughtry and special guest Hinder to perform free community concert in Pearl, Mississippi

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The City of Pearl, Mississippi has announced that the multi-platinum rock band Daughtry will be the headline performer at the annual Pearl Day concert on April 25. The free community event will also feature special guest Hinder, another popular American rock band. The concert will take place at the Trustmark Park North Parking Lot, with Hinder kicking things off at 7:00 p.m. followed by Daughtry taking the stage at 8:45 p.m.

Why it matters

Bringing nationally recognized rock acts like Daughtry and Hinder to perform at the Pearl Day concert is a major coup for the city, providing residents and visitors alike with a concert experience typically only found in much larger markets. The free event is expected to draw large crowds and showcase Pearl as a vibrant community with a thriving arts and entertainment scene.

The details

Daughtry, one of the most successful rock bands of the 21st century, will be the headliner for the Pearl Day concert. Their self-titled debut album was the top-selling album of 2007 and the fastest-selling rock debut in Soundscan history. Daughtry has since released several platinum-certified albums and scored numerous hit singles. Opening for Daughtry will be the multi-platinum rock band Hinder, whose debut album 'Extreme Behavior' reached the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.

  • The Pearl Day concert will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
  • Hinder will take the stage at 7:00 p.m., followed by Daughtry at 8:45 p.m.

The players

Daughtry

A multi-platinum rock band that has sold out concerts across the globe. Their self-titled debut album was the top-selling album of 2007 and the fastest-selling rock debut in Soundscan history.

Hinder

A multi-platinum American rock band whose debut album 'Extreme Behavior' climbed to No. 6 on the Billboard 200 and has since been certified 3x Platinum.

Jake Windham

The Mayor of Pearl, Mississippi, who stated that bringing Daughtry and Hinder to headline the Pearl Day concert is an incredible opportunity for the community.

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What they’re saying

“Bringing Daughtry to headline Pearl Day, with Hinder joining the lineup, is an incredible opportunity for our community. These nationally recognized rock bands will deliver a concert experience you'd typically only find in major markets, and we're proud to provide it free for our residents and guests.”

— Jake Windham, Mayor of Pearl, Mississippi (darkhorsepressnow.com)

What’s next

The Pearl Day concert is a free community event, and anyone is invited to attend. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs, as outside food and drinks will not be allowed.

The takeaway

The City of Pearl's ability to attract major rock acts like Daughtry and Hinder to perform at its annual Pearl Day concert demonstrates the city's growing reputation as a vibrant entertainment destination, providing residents and visitors alike with access to high-caliber live music experiences typically found only in larger metropolitan areas.