Usher and Chris Brown Announce Co-Headlining R&B Tour, Coming to Charlotte

The two R&B superstars will bring their highly anticipated joint tour to Bank of America Stadium this summer.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:05pm

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An abstract close-up image featuring a textured background of glittering sequins and shattered disco glass, capturing the glamour and energy of an R&B concert through dramatic lighting and high-contrast colors.The co-headlining tour between R&B superstars Usher and Chris Brown promises to bring an electrifying night of hit songs and high-energy performances to Charlotte this summer.Charlotte Today

After announcing on Friday that Usher and Chris Brown are joining forces for a massive summer tour, the dates have now been confirmed, with Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium set as an official stop on the highly anticipated 'R&B (Raymond and Brown) Tour' on July 17. The run will span multiple stadiums and arenas this summer, bringing together two of the biggest R&B stars of the past two decades.

Why it matters

Usher and Chris Brown are two of the most successful and influential R&B artists of the 21st century, with a combined 20 Grammy Awards and dozens of hit songs. Their co-headlining tour is a major event for R&B fans in Charlotte and across the country, as it marks the first time the two superstars have toured together.

The details

The tour will feature both Usher and Chris Brown performing their extensive catalogs of hit songs. Usher last performed in Charlotte in 2024, while Brown last appeared in the region in 2022. Brown recently released a new single, 'Obvious,' following the announcement of his 12th studio album, set for release on May 8. Usher released his latest album, 'Coming Home,' in 2024 and was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 BET Awards. The duo also recently collaborated on a remix of the single 'It Depends,' released in October.

  • The R&B Tour will stop at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium on July 17, 2026.
  • Usher last performed in Charlotte in 2024 on his 'Past Present Future Tour'.
  • Chris Brown last appeared in the Charlotte region in 2022 and stopped in Raleigh last year for his 'Breezy Bowl' tour.

The players

Usher

A Grammy-winning R&B singer and songwriter who has been one of the biggest stars in the genre for over two decades, with hits like 'Yeah!,' 'OMG,' and 'Climax.'

Chris Brown

A multi-platinum R&B artist known for songs like 'Forever,' 'With You,' and 'Look at Me Now.' He recently released a new single, 'Obvious,' ahead of his 12th studio album.

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What they’re saying

“After announcing on Friday that Usher and Chris Brown are joining forces for a massive summer tour, the dates have now been confirmed, with Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium set as an official stop on the highly anticipated tour on July 17.”

— CLTure, News Publication

What’s next

Artist presale will begin Tuesday, April 14 at 12 p.m. with tickets going on sale Monday, April 27 at 12 p.m.

The takeaway

The co-headlining tour between Usher and Chris Brown is a major event for R&B fans in Charlotte, as it brings together two of the genre's biggest stars for the first time. The tour's stop at Bank of America Stadium on July 17 is sure to be a highlight of the summer concert season.