We♥KC! November 11-13 2025 Upcoming concerts / shows (Kansas City, MO / Lawrence, KS metro)
We’ll see this summer if the new venue is worth its salt-–
Morton Amphitheater is the official name of the new Live Nation-managed outdoor venue north of downtown KC and has already announced its first four shows for August into September- 5 Seconds of Summer (we toldja), Train, Rod Stewart, and Jack Johnson. Think of it as the ‘new Sandstone’ (which may put Azura out of biz), with VIP upgrades, a vast lawn, and state of the art equipment and audio. Parking, like Azura, will be additional.
Grammy Award nominations were announced over the weekend, with Kendrick Lamar leading the pack, followed by Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny and all should be present for the 68th annual ceremony on Feb 1. We saw a few of the nominees over the weekend (more to come) and with the show happening a week before the Super Bowl, it could be two big back-to-back weekends for Benito.
Let’s take look at the Kansas City / Lawrence KS metro musical happenings for this week from November 11th- 13th.
(ticket hyperlinks are embedded in each show’s headline)
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 11
King Princess, Nov 11, the Truman, $46
King Princess is the stage name of Mikaela Straus, a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and actor from Brooklyn. She is known for her indie-pop music, which blends themes of love, heartbreak, and queer identity, including on the 2018 debut single “\(1950\)” and album Cheap Queen.
The newest and third album is called Girl Violence detailing no matter how hard you try, your life can still fall apart. “Girl violence is very sneaky,” Straus says. “It’s not physical, it’s deeply emotional, spiritual, and spooky. Women are both amazing and sinister—including myself—and it’s my curiosity to understand all the love, loss, and changes that come out of my love for women. Why are we so inclined to cause and receive chaos? If you’ve experienced even an iota of it, then you’ll have a story to tell. And these are mine.”
The tour has also made it interesting by hiding a new LP and tank top at thrift stores in some of the towns played (though nothing from KC was listed) and if you find one, bring it to the merch stand at the venue on show day between doors opening and 8pm, to get it signed.
Molly Grace, Nov 11, Encore at Uptown, $34.50
The Nashville’s resident and rising pop star recently released her debut album, Blush. The album previous single, “Lemme” and previously released tracks “Mad At Her Forever,” “Do Me (Feels So Good),” “Soprano,” “WYKYK,” and “Heaven Sent.”
The record captures the highs and lows of the human experience. “You could be embarrassed, you could be flirty, you could be hot and bothered — it encapsulates all those feelings,” Molly says of the album’s title and concept, featuring the inspiration of showgirls and cabaret shows and she’s currently out on a 29-date North American Tour, in support of.
The Blush tour will be in partnership with LIFEBEAT, a program of the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation that fights for social justice and human rights for those affected by HIV and AIDS.
War and Treaty w Thunderbird Artis, Nov 11, Knuckleheads, $39.32
Returning to this venue on their American Soul Revival Tour,, this well-known Country duo earned their third CMA nomination for Duo of the Year. Michael and Tanya also recently joined Zach Bryan on his stop in Michigan, performing their hit song “Hey Driver.”
The 15-city headlining tour kicked off on Oct 16 in FL and will hit a number of iconic venues across the country, including the Neighborhood Theatre in Charlotte, NC, and The Barns at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA, and more, before wrapping on November 21 in Grass Valley, CA.
The husband and wife duo of Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter already have 2024 Grammy Award nominations for Best New Artist and Best American Roots Song as well as received nominations from the CMT Music Awards, Americana Honors & Awards, and the People’s Choice Country Awards, and have won the Duo/Group of the Year prize at the Americana Music Honors & Awards for the last two years.
Fit for a King, Make Them Suffer, Spite, 156/Silence Nov 11, Uptown, $46-$58
Fit For A King is a Christian metalcore band that blends heavy, melodic hooks with lyrics about personal and political struggles, anxiety, and hope. The band often draws inspiration from their personal experiences, such as becoming a father and fostering children, and their latest work, Lonely God, delves into vulnerability, self-reflection, political issues, and emotional turmoil.
Make Them Suffer is an Australian metalcore band from Perth, formed in 2008. They are known for blending genres like deathcore and blackened symphonic death metal, and have evolved their sound over their career, which includes their 2024 self-titled album.
Southern California quintet Spite just released their new album New World Killer on October 31 via Rise Records. The band includes Darius Tehrani, vocals; Alex Tehrani; guitar; Ben Bamford, bass; and Travis Regnier, drums
Pittsburgh quintet 156/Silence are on a new label for them, Pure Noise Records. New track “Our Parting Ways” and the accompanying official music video is their latest release since their 2024 full-length ‘People Watching‘.
Joe Bonamassa, Nov 11, Midland,$86-$253
Bonamassa is a renowned blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for his live performances and extensive career. He is a major figure in modern blues, having earned multiple Billboard #1 blues albums, and his philanthropic work with the Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation. In addition to his technical skill, he brings a fresh, mainstream approach to the blues genre, influenced by artists like Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck and was mentored by guitarist Danny Gatton.
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12
Blue October, Nov 12, Midland, $39-$64
The longtime alternative rock band from Houston is known for their emotionally transparent and deeply personal lyrics. Led by singer and songwriter Justin Furstenfeld, the band is recognized for hits like “Hate Me” and “Into the Ocean,” a platinum-certified album, and their powerful live performances. Their music often chronicles themes of struggle, mental health, addiction, and recovery, which has garnered a dedicated global fanbase.
The band consists of Justin Furstenfeld (vocals, guitar), Jeremy Furstenfeld (drums), Ryan Delahoussaye (violin, mandolin, piano), Matt Noveskey (bass), and our friend from Longwave and Hurricane Bells, Steve Schiltz (lead guitar). The band’s most popular songs include “Hate Me,” “Into the Ocean,” “Oh My My,” and “I Hope You’re Happy”.
Brian Culbertson, Nov 12, Uptown Theater, $51-$97
The multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer is best-known for his work with instruments like the keyboard, piano, and trombone, with a career spanning over 25 albums and nearly 40 Billboard #1 singles, known for blending different genres and creating high-energy concerts. Culbertson also founded the annual Napa Valley Jazz Getaway and has been honored with nominations from awards like the NAACP Image Awards and Soul Train Awards.
Culbertson is known for his unique style that blends genres like jazz, R&B, funk, and pop. He has released albums ranging from keyboard-led contemporary jazz to funk records and acoustic jazz trio collections, beginning in 1994 with his album Long Night Out.
The acclaimed jazz musician has a new album called Day Trip that debuted at #1 on the Jazz charts and is out on an accompanying national tour across the country with his ten piece band. The album’s lead single, “On The Road” featuring Sheila E. & Marcus Miller, also reached #1 on the charts marking his 41st #1 single.
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13
Stray Cats, Nov 13, Uptown CANCELED
National / International act coming through the Midwest / Kansas City area? Please email details to johnc@weheartmusic.com with a good lead time to be considered for Show Preview and Show Coverage consideration.