Grammy-nominated guitarist/producer/songwriter/web series personality Cory Wong has announced a lengthy 2021–2022 North American tour with Cory & The Wongnotes, the backing band from his recent YouTube variety show and accompanying album of the same name. The 30+ date tour will also include featured vocalist Antwaun Stanley (Vulfpeck) and support from special guest Sierra Hull on select dates.
Marking the first-ever live run by the new outfit, the Cory & The Wongnotes North American tour will feature two sets per night backed by the 11-piece big band, which includes a six-piece horn section featuring members of Cory’s usual Hornheads as well as members of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert house band.
The tour will kick off on November 3rd in Kansas City, MO and continue around the country (as well as Vancouver and Toronto) through February 2022.
Fan presales (powered by Seated) are available today, May 11th, through Wednesday, May 12th at 10:00 p.m. local time using the password “WONGNOTES”. Local presales follow on Thursday, May 13th from 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. local time. (local). General Admission sales begin Friday, May 14th at 10:00 a.m. local time. For complete details and ticket availability, click here.
The release of Cory & The Wongnotes marked Wong’s first new album of 2021 after releasing an impressive eight LPs in 2020. Wong also just announced a new collaborative album with lauded smooth jazz saxophonist Dave Koz, The Golden Hour, due out June 11th. Watch a live video for lead single “Today” here.
See below for a full list of Cory & The Wongnotes North American tour dates.
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