American Idol’s Chayce Beckham announces headlining ‘Bad for Me Tour’ kicking off March 9 in Australia
2024 CMT Listen Up artist and Amazon Music’s 2024 “Breakthrough Artist to Watch,” Chayce Beckham, has announced his headlining “Bad For Me Tour,” beginning March 9 in Australia. Beckham’s self-written, RIAA-certified PLATINUM single “23” is driving momentum: the song earns over 4.6 million on-demand streams each week and is pushing toward the Top 5 at country radio. Tickets are available through Chayce Beckham’s official tour page.
Beckham, who won American Idol in 2021, said in a press statement that he’s excited to return to touring with a fresh show. “I have a brand new set, and I’m beyond thrilled to be back on the road and touring again this year,” he explained. “With a new set and new music coming very soon, I’m itching to get in front of some crowds and sing these songs with my band. I’m really proud of the work we’ve done to create this experience for the fans of country music.”
“23” has been a standout for Beckham in multiple ways. As one of only three singles on the country radio chart in 2023 that were self-penned by the artist, the song has become anthemic in his live shows. To date it has accumulated over 358 million on-demand streams and has topped several viral charts, including reaching #1 on iTunes All-Genre and Country charts. Beckham also made history by becoming the first American Idol winner to rise to the title with an original composition.
Beckham spent the winter recording new material, and the Bad For Me Tour will give fans an early look at the music he has been working on. Alongside his headline dates, he will join country star and American Idol judge Luke Bryan on the 2024 “Mind Of A Country Boy Tour” this summer. Since winning American Idol, Beckham has steadily released new singles, including “This Ol’ Rodeo,” “Whiskey On The Wall,” “Till The Day I Die,” and “Little Less Lonely.”
The upcoming tour is designed to showcase Beckham’s growth as a songwriter and performer. With a mix of his well-known hits and fresh songs from recent studio sessions, the shows promise an energetic country experience built around authentic storytelling and strong live band arrangements. Fans can expect Beckham to perform “23” alongside other crowd favorites and several new songs that preview his forthcoming debut project.
Chayce Beckham’s rise reflects a blend of grassroots support and mainstream attention: strong streaming numbers, viral chart placements, and radio success have combined to make him a notable presence in contemporary country music. His live shows emphasize the raw emotion and narrative detail of his writing, rooted in the same authenticity that earned him the American Idol title.
Chayce Beckham “Bad For Me Tour” Dates:
3/9 – Toowoomba, Australia – Meatstock Festival (Toowoomba City Centre)
3/16 – Bendigo, Australia – Meatstock Festival (Bendigo City Centre)
3/23 – Alpine, CA – Country Fest
3/28 – Rootstown, OH – Dusty Armadillo
4/4 – Catoosa, OK – Track 5
4/5 – Pocola, OK – Choctaw Casino
4/6 – Manhattan, KS – The Hat
4/11 – Ft Worth, TX – Tannahill’s Tavern and Music Hall
4/12 – Grant, OK – Choctaw Casino
4/13 – Stillwater, OK – Tumbleweed Dance Hall
4/19 – Vancouver, BC – Coastal City Country Fest
5/2 – Columbus, OH – The Bluestone
5/3 – Warrendale, PA – Jergels
5/4 – Winchester, VA – Shenandoah Valley Apple Blossom Festival (Discovery Museum)
5/9 – Schenectady, NY – Frog Alley
5/10 – Binghamton, NY – Touch of Texas
5/11 – Jordan, NY – Kegs Canalside
5/16 – Asheville, NC – Salvage Station
5/17 – Barco, NC – Morris Farm
5/18 – Charlotte, NC – Coyote Joe’s
5/23 – Bishop, CA – Mule Days
5/24 – Apple Valley, CA – HillTop Tavern and Inn
6/6 – Fargo, ND – Happy Harry’s Ribfest @ Fargo Dome
6/9 – Greenwood Village, CO – Fiddlers Green Amphitheatre/KYGO
6/18 – Alexandria, VA – The Birchmere
6/21 – Buffalo, NY – Taste of Country (Sahlen Field)
6/27 – Cadott, WI – Country Fest 2024
6/29 – Brainerd, MN – Lakes Jam
7/12 – Rhinelander, WI – Hodag Country Festival
7/18 – Ankeny, IA – The District at Prairie Trail
7/19 – New Berlin, IL – Danenberger Family Vineyards
8/9 – Oro Station, Ontario – Boots and Hearts
8/16 – Montréal, Québec – Parc Jean-Drapeau / Lasso Fest
10/20 – Sacramento, CA – Discovery Park
For updates on additional dates, ticketing details, and official announcements about his debut project, check Chayce Beckham’s official channels. His live shows this year are positioned to reach both longtime supporters and new listeners drawn in by his hit single “23” and growing catalog of original songs.