Even if it feels like just yesterday, the ’80s were over 30 years ago.
Sorry for the reminder.
Still, the decade’s lasting impact lives on as evidenced by pop star Rick Springfield’s just-announced ‘I Want My ’80s Tour’ set to take place from July through September this year, which includes a show at Atlantic City’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Aug. 12.
On the 26-concert jaunt, he’ll be bringing along early days of MTV-era favorites Tommy Tutone (yes, the “867-5309” singer), The Hooters and Paul Young.
And if you need tickets to hear “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk To Strangers” and “Love Somebody” today, we’ve got your back.
Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, May 5, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.
For those not in the know, Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.
They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.
Rick Springfield 2023 tour schedule
A complete calendar including all tour dates — along with shows from May through June before the tour begins without the aforementioned opening acts — as well as venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.
Rick Springfield set list
Springfield has his live show down to a science based on what we’ve seen from recent records on Set List FM.
Here’s a quick look at what you can expect to hear when you see him live this year.
01.) “Affair of the Heart”
02.) “I Get Excited”
03.) “Living in Oz”
04.) “I’ve Done Everything for You” (Sammy Hagar cover)
05.) “The Light of Love”
06.) “Everybody’s Girl”
07.) “World Start Turning”
08.) “State of the Heart” (Mondo Rock cover)
09.) “My Father’s Chair”
10.) “Bop ‘Til You Drop / Bruce / 867-5309/Jenny / Jessie’s Girl / Don’t Walk Away / Rock of Life / What Kind of Fool Am I”
11.) “Love Is Alright”
12.) “The Voodoo House”
13.) “Wild Thing” (Chip Taylor cover)
14.) “Don’t Talk to Strangers”
15.) “Human Touch”
16.) “Love Somebody”
Encore:
17.) “Jessie’s Girl”
Rick Springfield opening acts
At all shows, Springfield is taking a trio of truly of ’80s-tastic acts along with him.
Not sure where to start with Springfield’s opening acts?
Here are each of their three most popular tracks.
Tommy Tutone: “867-5309/Jenny,” “Baby, It’s Alright,” “Which Man Are You”
The Hooters: “And We Danced,” “Johnny B” “500 Miles”
Paul Young: “Every Time You Go Away,” “Love of the Common People,” “Every Time You Go Away”
’80s stars on tour in 2023
If you were worried that Springfield was the only ’80s icon on the road this year, we’re here to ease your fears.
Many of the biggest names from the shoulder pad decade are touring these next few months.
Here are just five of our favorite ’80s stars on tour you won’t want to miss in the near future.
• Madonna
Need more ’80s in your life? Check out our list of the 107 biggest ’80s stars on tour in 2023 here.