2022 is shaping up to be a big year for musical group Tears for Fears.
The duo, made up of Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith, will release their first album “The Tipping Point” since 2004′s “Everybody Loves A Happy Ending” and embark on their first tour since 2017.
Orzabal and Smith formed Tears for Fears in 1980, but the two broke big in 1985 when their album “Songs from the Big Chair” hit No. 1 on the charts and stayed there for five weeks. The record is known for the group’s chart-topping singles “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” and “Shout.”
As part of the 2022 tour, the band will play both Philadelphia (June 21) and New Jersey (June 24).
If you want tickets to see Tears for Fears live, no need to shout. We’re here to tell you exactly where to find them.
Where can I buy Tears for Fears tickets?
As of Friday morning, tickets for all shows are on sale to the general public at Ticketmaster. You can also find them on secondary market sites such as Vivid Seats, StubHub, TicketNetwork and SeatGeek.
What is Tears for Fears’ 2022 tour schedule?
The duo goes on an international concert tour with over 30 shows beginning on May 20 in Cincinnati. The final performance will be in Great Britain on July 26.
The “Tipping Point” official schedule has major U.S. cities Boston, Phoenix and Charlotte listed for the North American portion of the tour. Garbage will be the supporting act for the group for shows in North America.
Once the band flies overseas, Allison Moyet will take over opening duties. In Europe, Tears for Fears will tour all over Great Britain hitting cities like Warwick, Cardiff and Exeter.
Prices will vary based on tour date and city.
How can I see Tears for Fears in New Jersey and Philadelphia?
To see the 80s MTV superstars in Philadelphia, you’ll need to head to TD Pavilion at the Mann on June 21. The best price we could find for general admission tickets was $38 before fees.
If you’re in New Jersey, you can see Tears for Fears on June 24 at Holmdel’s PNC Bank Arts Center for as low as $40 before fees.
Prices are subject to fluctuation.
What do we know about “The Tipping Point” album?
The “Tipping Point” will be Tears for Fears seventh record and is set to be released Feb. 25. According to Rolling Stone, Orzabal and Smith eschewed hit making producers “to do something they hadn’t done since they were teens, (sit) in a room, acoustic guitars in hand, and (start) making music.”
Tears for Fears has already released the lead single also titled “The Tipping Point.” The music video can be seen here.
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Matt Levy covers the live entertainment industry, writing about upcoming concerts, festivals, shows and events. He can be reached at mlevy@njadvancemedia.com.
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