Rising R&B star Leon Thomas, fresh off his triumph at the BET Awards where he was crowned Best New Artist, has officially announced the Mutts Don’t Heel World Tour, supported by Live Nation—a major move following the release of his deluxe album MUTT Deluxe: HEEL.
🗓️ North American Leg (Oct 30 – Dec 22, 2025)
The tour launches on October 30 at the House of Blues in Dallas, TX, followed by stops in U.S. hotspots including Austin, Houston, New Orleans, Atlanta, Brooklyn, and Toronto. Thomas wraps up this leg on December 22 at The Wiltern in Los Angeles (ratedrnb.com).
He’ll be joined by guest Ambré, whose hits like “I’m Baby” promise an electrifying opener.
🌍 European & Australian Legs (2026)
The tour rolls into Europe starting March 5, 2026, with stops in major cities including Helsinki, Berlin, Paris, and London. It then hits Australia in April, culminating in Perth on April 19 (ratedrnb.com).
🎶 What to Expect Musically
- Supporting HEEL: The tour is a live celebration of MUTT Deluxe: HEEL, which features collaborations with Kehlani, Chris Brown, Big Sean, Halle, Wale, and Masego (livenationentertainment.com).
- Hit setlist: Thomas is known for “MUTT,” “Not Fair,” and fan favorites like “Vibes Don’t Lie.”
- Commentary & acclaim: Critics hail the deluxe’s bold take on modern R&B—blending atmospheric textures with cinematic storytelling (ratedrnb.com, hip-hopvibe.com).
🎫 Ticket Info & Pricing
- Presales begin June 11 (artist), with general on-sale June 13 at 10 AM local (ratedrnb.com).
- Tickets start around $72, topping out at about $179, depending on the market (livenation.com).
- Multiple sources confirm 24 to 31 North American dates—check venue listings for specific info (nypost.com).
Why This Tour Matters
- BET Breakout: Riding the momentum of his Best New Artist accolade, Thomas is solidifying his place in contemporary R&B (axios.com).
- Global Reach: First-ever headline international tour—with dates in Europe and Australia—marks his move to global stardom .
- Creative Vision: His approach blends jazz, rock, and soulful storytelling—Evoking comparisons to Prince, Brandy, and Miguel while carving out an unmistakable voice (hip-hopvibe.com).
📍 North American Tour Dates
- Oct 30 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
- Nov 3 – Austin, TX @ Emo’s
- Nov 4 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues
- Nov 5 – New Orleans, LA @ House of Blues
- Nov 7 – Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
- Nov 9 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle
- Nov 12 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution
- Nov 14 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
- Nov 15 – Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
- Nov 16 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
- Nov 19 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
- Nov 20 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues
- Nov 23 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
- Nov 26 – Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
- Nov 28 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
- Nov 29 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
- Dec 2 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
- Dec 3 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
- Dec 6 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
- Dec 9 – Denver, CO @ Summit
- Dec 11 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
- Dec 14 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
- Dec 16 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
- Dec 17 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
- Dec 19 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
- Dec 21 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
- Dec 22 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern (ratedrnb.com, uproxx.com)
🔥 Final Take
The Mutts Don’t Heel Tour is a major next step for Leon Thomas, offering fans a first glimpse of his live evolution—from breakout sensation to global R&B headliner. Whether you’re into his cinematic ballads or his vivid new deluxe tracks, this is one tour you—and your soul—don’t want to miss.
For presale details, VIP packages, and more info, keep an eye on Leon Thomas’s official site and platforms like Laylo, Ticketmaster, and Live Nation.