From Billboard · Alicia Urrea · · 1m 20s
Tinashe's opening act rule: respect the artistry
The singer won't open for just anyone. Harry Styles proved he gets it.
In brief
The singer won't open for just anyone. Harry Styles proved he gets it. Tinashe only agrees to open for artists who genuinely understand her vision and prioritize fan experience, not just the paycheck or exposure. Originally reported by Billboard.
Tinashe sets a high bar
The singer won't open for just any major artist. She needs to feel they truly understand her artistry and will give her space to be herself.
“I'm not gonna open for anyone unless I feel like they really understand what I'm about”
She's opened for the biggest names
Tinashe has already shared stages with Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Beyoncé, and Maroon 5, so she's earned the right to be selective.
Harry Styles passed the test
Styles impressed Tinashe by being open to artistry and focused on fan experience, which she sees as the heart of live music.
Phoenix shows kick off the tour
Tinashe will open both of Styles' April 2 and 3 shows at State Farm Stadium in Phoenix, launching the North American leg of his expanded Together, Together tour.
Perfect timing for new music
Tinashe is entering a new era with her fifth album Popstar dropping September 25, following recent success with her top 40 hit No Broke Boys.
A stadium first for Tinashe
She's never performed her songs in a stadium before, making the Harry Styles tour a major milestone in her career.
“I never perform my songs in a stadium”
What it means
Tinashe only agrees to open for artists who genuinely understand her vision and prioritize fan experience, not just the paycheck or exposure.
