Niall Horan in Hartford

Niall Horan is an Irish pop singer-songwriter from Mullingar who first became known as a member of One Direction. Born in 1993, he established a solo catalogue through the albums Flicker, Heartbreak Weather and The Show, including the songs “This Town,” “Slow Hands,” “Nice to Meet Ya” and “Heaven.” The Flicker Sessions introduced his solo live show in 2017, followed by the Flicker World Tour in 2018. After the planned Nice to Meet Ya Tour was cancelled, he returned to the road in 2024 for The Show: Live on Tour, playing arenas and amphitheatres. His concerts feature a full band, and he moves between lead vocals, guitar and piano. Set lists combine his solo catalogue with One Direction songs including “Night Changes.” He has returned to Dublin and London on multiple solo tours, and has also played Toronto more than once.

Cameron Whitcomb is a Canadian country singer-songwriter who appeared on season 20 of American Idol and is known for songs including “Quitter,” “Medusa” and “Love Myself.” His music draws on country and folk songwriting, carried by a rough-edged vocal delivery. His 2022 American Idol audition featured “Rock Salt and Nails,” followed by further televised performances during the competition. After releasing his own material, he moved into headline dates at clubs and theatres on the Quitter Tour.