By Azzam Bilal 
HangupsMusic.com – LOS ANGELES, The contemporary R&B landscape is currently witnessing a transformative shift, and at the center of this movement is the multifaceted Victoria Monét. Following a year defined by critical acclaim and a meteoric rise in mainstream visibility, Monét has officially pulled back the curtain on her next major chapter. The singer-songwriter, whose name has become synonymous with meticulous production and soulful songwriting, has announced the upcoming release of her new studio album, Frequency of Love. To celebrate this new body of work, she is set to embark on the "Frequency of Love Tour," a headlining trek across North America that promises to solidify her status as a premier live performer.
The announcement comes at a pivotal moment in Monét’s career. After years of being the secret weapon behind some of pop music’s biggest hits—penning chart-toppers for the likes of Ariana Grande and Chloe x Halle—Monét has successfully stepped into the spotlight as a solo powerhouse. The "Frequency of Love Tour" is not merely a promotional run; it is a victory lap for an artist who has spent the last decade honing her craft. Spanning late October through December, the tour will see Monét performing in some of the most prestigious venues across the United States and Canada, including a highly anticipated headlining night at the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The momentum leading into this tour has been bolstered by a string of successful singles that have teased the sonic direction of the new album. Today, Monét added another layer to the Frequency of Love era with the release of her latest single, "Juicy." The track is a masterclass in modern R&B, blending sultry vocal arrangements with a groove that feels both nostalgic and forward-thinking. "Juicy" follows in the footsteps of "Reach Out" and "Let Me," two previous releases that established the atmospheric and romantic themes expected to dominate the full-length project. Together, these tracks paint a picture of an artist who is deeply in tune with her emotional and musical frequencies, exploring themes of intimacy, self-assurance, and connection.
The "Frequency of Love Tour" follows a busy summer for Monét, during which she traveled across the Atlantic to support Bruno Mars on the European leg of his "Romantic Tour." Opening for a performer of Mars’ caliber provided Monét with a global platform to showcase her dynamic stage presence and vocal prowess. Those who caught her sets in Europe witnessed a performer ready for her own arenas, characterized by sharp choreography and an effortless ability to command a crowd. This experience has undoubtedly influenced the scale and ambition of her upcoming headlining run, which will feature larger venues and more elaborate production than her previous outings.
One of the defining milestones of Monét’s recent trajectory was the overwhelming success of her hit "On My Mama." The track became a cultural touchstone in 2023, earning high praise from critics and fans alike. It was notably ranked at No. 30 on the list of "The 100 Best Songs of 2023" by Pitchfork, a testament to its infectious energy and Monét’s ability to craft songs that resonate on a deep, communal level. The success of "On My Mama" served as a bridge, connecting her earlier work to the grander ambitions of the Frequency of Love project.
The itinerary for the upcoming tour is extensive, reflecting the high demand for Monét’s live performances. The journey begins on October 27 in Raleigh, North Carolina, at the Red Hat Amphitheater, marking the start of a southern leg that includes stops in Charlotte, New Orleans, Houston, and Dallas. From there, she will head to the Fox Theatre in Atlanta on November 4, a venue known for its historic beauty and acoustics, which should serve as a perfect backdrop for Monét’s lush vocal layers.
As the tour moves into mid-November, Monét will navigate the East Coast and the Midwest. Performances at The Met in Philadelphia and the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston will lead up to a significant night in Detroit at the Fox Theatre. The tour then swings through Milwaukee and Chicago before crossing the border for a performance at the Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto. The late November schedule is headlined by the Madison Square Garden date on November 24, a "bucket list" venue for any artist and a clear indicator of the massive growth Monét has experienced over the past eighteen months.
The final leg of the tour in December will focus on the Western United States and Canada. After stops in Nashville and Austin, Monét will bring her show to Phoenix, San Diego, and Inglewood, where she will perform at the state-of-the-art YouTube Theater. The tour will also visit the new Fontainebleau in Las Vegas and the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver. The grand finale of the "Frequency of Love Tour" will take place in Northern California, with a penultimate show in Sacramento followed by a closing night at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco on December 17.
For fans of R&B, this tour represents an opportunity to see an artist at the height of her creative powers. Victoria Monét’s music has always been characterized by its "honesty and texture," and the Frequency of Love era appears to be leaning even further into those qualities. Her ability to blend the classic sensibilities of 90s R&B with modern, crisp production has earned her a dedicated following that spans generations. As she prepares to release the full album, the "Frequency of Love Tour" stands as a testament to her resilience, talent, and the undeniable connection she has built with her audience.
Tickets for the tour are expected to be in high demand, with pre-sales and general on-sales scheduled to begin shortly. As Monét moves from the supporting role she held over the summer to the center-stage spotlight this fall, the music industry will be watching closely. If her recent singles and critical accolades are any indication, Frequency of Love is poised to be one of the definitive R&B releases of the year, and its namesake tour will likely be remembered as the moment Victoria Monét officially took her place among the genre’s elite.
Victoria Monét: Frequency of Love Tour Dates:
10-27 Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
10-28 Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
10-30 New Orleans, LA – The Fillmore New Orleans
10-31 Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
11-02 Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
11-04 Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
11-07 Ft. Lauderdale, FL – War Memorial Auditorium
11-08 Tampa, FL – Yuengling Center
11-12 Philadelphia, PA – The Met
11-13 Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
11-15 Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
11-16 Milwaukee, WI – Landmark Credit
11-18 Chicago, IL – Aragon Ballroom
11-21 Toronto, Ontario – Coca-Cola Coliseum
11-22 Pittsburgh, PA – Citizens Live at the Wylie
11-24 New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
11-27 Washington, D.C. – The Anthem
11-30 Nashville, TN – The Truth
12-02 Austin, TX – ACL Live at the Moody Theater
12-05 Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
12-06 San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
12-08 Inglewood, CA – YouTube Theater
12-09 Las Vegas, NV – Fontainebleau Las Vegas
12-12 Vancouver, British Columbia – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
12-14 Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater
12-16 Sacramento, CA – Sacramento Memorial Auditorium
12-17 San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
