Norwegian electronic music duo Smerz are gearing up for a busy spring and summer season, announcing a comprehensive tour schedule that spans continents and includes festival appearances at some of Europe’s most prominent events. The tour supports their critically acclaimed 2025 album, Big City Life, which topped Pitchfork’s list of the 100 Best Songs of 2025, and follows the November release of Big City Life Edits, a remix album featuring contributions from artists like Clairo and ML Buch.
The tour kicks off in Australia in March, with performances in Sydney and at the Golden Plains Festival in Meredith. Smerz will then head to Europe for a series of shows in April, including stops in The Hague, Nantes, Paris, Manchester, Bristol, London (with two nights scheduled), and Dublin. The duo will then bring their sound to North America in May, with dates currently listed in Oslo, and several cities across the United States and Canada, including Los Angeles (two nights, venue TBA), Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Vancouver, Denver, Minneapolis, Chicago, Cleveland, Toronto, Fresh York, and Boston.
Following the North American leg, Smerz returns to Europe for a summer filled with festival dates and additional concerts. They are slated to perform at Primavera Sound Barcelona and Primavera Sound Porto in June, with further appearances at Metronome Festival in Prague, Flucc Wanne in Vienna, Days Off in Paris, Roskilde Festival in Denmark, La Route du Rock in Saint-Malo, and Dour Festival in Belgium. The tour concludes with performances at Way Out West in Gothenburg, Green Man Festival in Crickhowell, Wales, and a final show in London in August.
Adding to their already packed schedule, Smerz will also be joining Robyn on stage as a supporting act during the Sexistential Tour in Glasgow, Brussels, and Stockholm this summer. This collaboration highlights the growing recognition of Smerz within the electronic music scene and their ability to complement established artists.
Tour Dates at a Glance
Here’s a selection of confirmed tour dates for Smerz in 2026:
- 03-05: Sydney, Australia – City Recital Hall
- 03-06: Sydney, Australia – Cam’s Kiosk
- 04-10: The Hague, Netherlands – Rewire Festival
- 04-22: Manchester, England – Gorilla
- 05-02: Oslo, Norway – Rockefeller
- 05-17: Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Block Party
- 05-28: New York, NY – Webster Hall
- 06-06: Barcelona, Spain – Primavera Sound Barcelona
- 06-13: Porto, Portugal – Primavera Sound Porto
- 07-03: Roskilde, Denmark – Roskilde Festival
- 08-15: Gothenburg, Sweden – Way Out West
Fans can find a complete list of tour dates and ticket information on Smerz’s official website, though specific details for the Los Angeles shows remain to be announced. The duo’s live performances are known for their immersive atmosphere and dynamic energy, translating the complex soundscapes of Big City Life into a captivating experience for audiences.
In addition to announcing the tour, Smerz recently shared a live recording of their track “Dreams” from Big City Life, offering a taste of what attendees can expect at their upcoming shows. The release of Big City Life Edits in November further showcased the album’s versatility, with remixes offering fresh perspectives on the original material.
As Smerz continues to build momentum following the success of Big City Life, their extensive tour schedule promises to bring their innovative sound to a wider audience. With a blend of established festival appearances and intimate club shows, the tour offers fans multiple opportunities to experience the duo’s unique musical vision. The upcoming dates signal a continued period of growth and visibility for Smerz as they solidify their position as a leading force in contemporary electronic music.
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