Jordan Davis UK & European Tour
Country star Jordan Davis has been riding a wave of momentum. After four consecutive No. 1 hits from Bluebird Days and eight career chart‑toppers, he is preparing to release a new album, Learn The Hard Way, on 15 August 2025. Davis has already teased the record with singles like “I Ain’t Sayin’” and “Bar None,” the latter written with Hunter Phelps, Lydia Vaughn and Ben Johns. He recently headlined the Damn Good Time tour across North America and Europe, earning rave reviews for his energetic set lists and heartfelt storytelling. With the U.S. leg of his Ain’t Enough Road Tour kicking off in September 2025, Davis has now announced a seven‑date UK/European run for early 2026. Here’s how the tour has been going so far and what fans in Britain and Europe can look forward to.
A breakout star with a stack of hits
Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, Jordan Davis learned his craft as a songwriter before signing with MCA Nashville. His 2018 debut album Home State yielded three consecutive U.S. radio No. 1s – “Singles You Up,” “Take It From Me” and “Slow Dance in a Parking Lot”. The follow‑up record Bluebird Days (2023) elevated him to superstar status; the platinum‑selling album produced four chart‑toppers (“What My World Spins Around,” “Tucson Too Late,” “Buy Dirt,” and “Next Thing You Know”) and won multiple Song of the Year awards. It’s the first country album to deliver two song‑of‑the‑year winners from a single project. Davis’ latest single “I Ain’t Sayin’” topped both the U.S. and UK country charts for eight weeks, demonstrating his transatlantic appeal. These achievements have made him a CMA and ACM award‑winner and one of country music’s most reliable hitmakers.
New music: Learn The Hard Way
Jordan Davis’ third studio album Learn The Hard Way arrives on August 15 2025. According to MusicRow, the project follows his platinum album Bluebird Days and includes singles “I Ain’t Sayin’,” “Bar None,” and “In Case You Missed It”. Davis has said that the record captures lessons from life and fatherhood and features collaborations with Marcus King and other artists (as noted in press releases). Fans attending the 2026 tour can expect to hear new tracks from the album alongside familiar hits.
Why this tour matters
Jordan Davis has quickly become one of modern country music’s most consistent hitmakers and an engaging live performer. The reviews from his Damn Good Time shows paint a picture of an artist who connects with audiences through honest storytelling, genre‑blending medleys and an unpretentious stage presence. With a new album dropping in August 2025 and a major U.S. tour underway, the 2026 Ain’t Enough Road Tour represents his biggest international push yet. For fans in the UK and Europe, the upcoming dates are an opportunity to experience a singer‑songwriter at the top of his game, bringing Nashville hits, Louisiana charm and plenty of “Damn Good Time” energy across the pond.
UK/European dates and ticket information
The UK/European leg of the Ain’t Enough Road Tour begins in February 2026, just months after Davis wraps the U.S. run. So far, five dates in mainland UK have been announced; two additional shows are expected to be revealed soon. Avery Anna and Solon Holt have been confirmed as support acts.
| Date (2026) | City & Venue | Notes |
| Sat 22 Feb | Glasgow – OVO Hydro | Kick‑off show. |
| Tue 25 Feb | Manchester – O2 Apollo | First of two back‑to‑back nights in Manchester. |
| Wed 26 Feb | Manchester – O2 Apollo | Second Manchester night. |
| Fri 28 Feb | London – OVO Arena Wembley | Davis’ biggest UK headline show to date. |
| Sun 1 Mar | Birmingham – O2 Academy | Final announced show. |
Tickets for the U.S. leg go on general sale on 4 April 2025; UK on‑sale dates are expected to follow, and fans should monitor Davis’ official website and Ticketmaster for updates.
What to expect at Jordan Davis’ live shows
Fans attending the UK and European dates can expect a setlist spanning Davis’ career, with an emphasis on hits and audience participation. Here are some highlights based on recent shows:
- High‑energy openers. Davis typically opens with his current tour’s namesake (“Damn Good Time”) and early hit “Singles You Up,” immediately getting the crowd on its feet.
- Personal storytelling. He shares anecdotes about his family and musical journey; at Musikfest he spoke about his newborn daughter and dedicated songs to his wife.
- Cover medleys. Davis frequently performs a “burnt CD” medley of songs he grew up with, ranging from Matchbox Twenty to Blink‑182. These unexpected covers showcase his versatility and invite audience sing‑alongs.
- No encores. Rather than leave the stage and return for an encore, he prefers to play straight through, fitting in extra songs. Shows typically end with chart‑toppers like “Buy Dirt” and “What My World Spins Around”.
- Band camaraderie. Davis introduces his band early in the set and emphasizes their contributions, making the concert feel like a collective celebration.
- Family‑friendly vibe. Reviewers noted that his shows appeal to a broad audience, from young families to dedicated country fans, creating a warm, inclusive atmosphere
A Damn Good Time in Belfast
Davis spent early 2024 headlining the Damn Good Time tour in Europe. At a sold‑out show in Belfast’s Ulster Hall, reviewers described an electric atmosphere as fans packed the historic venue in full country regalia. Davis began the set with “Damn Good Time” and “Singles You Up”, pacing left and right across the stage with an effortless charm that endeared him to the crowd. The set showcased upbeat anthems and tender ballads; his powerful vocals and storytelling held the audience captive. Reviewers noted that the camaraderie in the room made Ulster Hall feel like a home away from home, with fans singing along to every word.
Boston: a party without an encore
In Boston, Davis hit the stage around 9 p.m. and set the tone with “Damn Good Time”. He addressed the crowd between songs, introducing his band early because he wanted to share the stage rather than treat them as a backup act. The show featured a medley of songs from his debut album Home State (“Leaving New Orleans,” “Going Round” and “Selfish”) and a playful 2007 burnt‑CD medley that included covers by Gavin DeGraw, The Fray and Maroon 5. Ashley Cooke joined him for Miranda Lambert’s “Gunpowder and Lead,” and Mitchell Tenpenny helped turn Blink‑182’s “All the Small Things” into a singalong. Davis opted to play straight through rather than do an encore and closed his set with his own hits, earning a rousing ovation from the Boston crowd.
A family‑friendly night at Musikfest
At Musikfest in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Davis performed under a full moon to a sold‑out crowd of 6,500. Reviewers described his look as western chic and noted that he spoke about fatherhood, sharing that he and his wife welcomed their fourth child in July. He dedicated performances of “Banks” and “Next Thing You Know” to his wife and children and told the audience that being a dad is “the best job in the world”. The set included a six‑song “burnt CD” medley covering Matchbox Twenty’s “3 AM,” Train’s “Drops of Jupiter,” The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” and other classics. The family‑friendly show felt “more like a backyard barbecue in Louisiana than a 6,000‑plus seating”, and Davis ended with crowd‑pleasers “Buy Dirt” and “What My World Spins Around”.
Together, these reviews suggest that the Ain’t Enough Road tour will continue the momentum: high‑energy performances, personal stories about family, creative medleys of covers, audience sing‑alongs and a refusal to follow the encore tradition. Davis’ live shows blend polished musicianship with the laid‑back warmth of a backyard party.
