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Our Favorite Harry Styles Tour Looks: Ranked
Our top 5 favorite suits worn by Harry on tour!
One of the most exciting parts of going to a Harry Styles show is the anticipation of waiting to see what he’ll wear that night! A fashion icon both on and off stage, Harry’s iconic tour looks have become an aspect of the concert experience. Today, we’ve ranked our top 5 favorite tour looks!
5. Dallas, Texas
There’s no denying that this suit was one of the most iconic of the tour! An embroidered pink suit from Alexander McQueen, it definitely earned its spot on this list.
4. Mexico City, Mexico
The fringe. The jewels. We were living for this look during Harry’s show in Mexico! I mean, with this suit from Alexander McQueen once again, what’s not to love?
3. London, UK
Harry Styles in cheetah print. Need we say more? Our list definitely wouldn’t be the same without this look from Calvin Klein.
2. New York City, New York
Harry playing a sold out Madison Square Garden show in flared pants? Count us in! From Harris Reed, this suit was perfect for playing the city that never sleeps!
1. Bangkok, Thailand
That’s right, this look from Bangkok tops our list. A Gucci suit covered in pink glitter is definitely our favorite look so far. It’s fun, unique, and perfectly encompasses what it’s like to go to a Harry show!
Make sure you don’t miss out on a single tour outfit by securing your tickets to ‘Love on Tour’ now!
Get Ready with Me: King Princess
We take you behind the scenes to King Princess’ dressing room to see how she prepares for a show!
We take you behind the scenes to King Princess’ dressing room to see how she prepares for a show!
It’s a cool evening in March and we arrive at the venue of the night: The Fonda in Los Angeles. We pass a line that wraps around the entire block, a group of fans waiting eagerly for a show they’ve been looking forward to for weeks: King Princess.
We’re brought backstage through the hectic atmosphere of those preparing for showtime and into the dressing room of none other than King Princess herself. She greets us immediately, a wide smile across her face and she tells us to sit down, get comfortable.
“It’s one of my favorite things before the show, how busy everything is,” she says, “It’s this really distinct energy that never fails to get me excited for a show.” The room is seemingly a good escape from the bustle of backstage, as we lounge on the couch with classic rock playing softly in the background. “That’s my pump up music,” she laughs, “It may seem a little odd, but that’s what I grew up with, so it just feels kinda right.”
Her makeup artist urges her to get into the chair to get ready and she does, but not willing to sacrifice her conversation with us. “I’m not huge on wearing makeup on stage, but some glitter could never really hurt to spice it up,” she chuckles.
She then starts to get into her stage clothes: bedazzled jeans with a matching jacket over a white tank top. “The jacket doesn’t make it very far through the show,” she says, “It gets way too hot up there for so many layers, and I like to dance, so I want to be as free as possible!”
With everything set and ready to go, we say our goodbyes as she takes the stage. As usual, her concert is nothing less than magic. We don’t want to give too much away, so you’ll have to get tickets yourself here. If you can’t make it, make sure to stream ‘Cheap Queen’ here to have your own dance party!
Everything you need to know about Columbia Records
Where we’ve been, and where we’re going
When establishing Columbia Records in the District of Columbia in 1855, our founder Edward Easton had no idea that we would one day become one of the biggest names in music. Throughout the decades, we became one of the largest distributors of phonographs, then vinyl records. Our innovative and creative roots are what inspire us to rise to the same standards today.
There’s nothing we’re more passionate about than allowing our artists to thrive and create freely. We’ve represented some of the best musicians to ever exist, and we continue to seek out new, talented artists to create new legends. Whether it be Bob Dylan, Calvin Harris, Adele, Beyoncé, Harry Styles, or Bruce Springsteen, we’re proud to represent a wide array of household names. As proud as we are of these artists, we’re also committed to fostering growth in our rising stars, including King Princess, Declan McKenna, and HAIM. We’re crafting the next generation of music, one artist at a time.
With offices on nearly every continent, Columbia’s worldwide presence ensures that we reach as many fans as possible. Communication across international offices is crucial to us, as we value the unique insight of each area to facilitate holistic collaboration. Our widespread outlook allows us to look ahead to the future while thriving in the present, a statement we take to heart here at Columbia.
5 Things Declan McKenna Can’t Live Without on Tour
An exclusive look inside Declan’s life on tour!
Being on the road can be tough, and no one knows that better than Declan McKenna, who’s about to embark on his “Zeroes” world tour. He sat down with us before the first show of the tour in Milwaukee, Wisoncsin to discuss his must have items for the road.
- His Guitar
“It seems pretty obvious, but I just had to say it.” he says, laughing. “ You never really know where inspiration will strike for the next song. You go through a lot, touring all of these different cities. I’ve learned so much about life and myself, and I find the best way to express that is through music. It’s really therapeutic for me.”
- His dog
“My dog is my everything,” he says through another chuckle. You can catch pictures of Declan’s French Bulldog, Russel, all over his Instagram page. “He definitely keeps me calm on the road. Nothing’s more calming than just taking him for a walk or just chilling out. He definitely keeps everyone entertained too! He’s so well behaved, he just roams around backstage!”
- His Journal
“I can’t go anywhere without it, it’s every thought in my head!,” he says, holding up the black leather bound book. “My mind is always racing, so if I don’t have my notebook down, I lose my thoughts. It has everything in it. Song ideas, stories, poems, basically anything. It’s a good record to look back on and remember all of these amazing experiences.”
- Tea
“It really can’t get more British than that,” he says, showcasing his assortment of teas lined up on the tour bus countertop. “There really is tea for every occasion, so you can’t be too prepared.” He holds up a box of chamomile, saying, “This one is for the nights on the road where I really can’t sleep. Travelling takes such a toll on your body that sometimes I really need it to get some rest! My immune system also takes a beating sometimes with all of the travel, so tea really helps preserve my voice for performances. It’s definitely a tour essential!”
- Gifts from Fans
As soon as we entered his tour bus, we couldn’t help but notice the piles of eclectic items decorating the space. “These are all from fans,” he says. “They throw things on stage, give them to me when they see me on the street, any time, really. I’m always in for a good surprise. It’s amazing how much time and thought they put into the gifts they give me. Like this one,” he beams, holding up a fan’s drawing. “This had to have taken hours! I can’t believe how much effort someone would put into something just for me. It really does mean so much. After all, this wouldn’t be possible without the fans that come to my shows. For that, I’ll always be immensely grateful.”
Make sure you grab tickets to the ‘Zeros’ tour, on sale now! You won’t want to miss this show.
The Magic Behind ‘Fine Line’
Harry Styles takes Columbia through the process of writing his chart-topping sophomore album
Coming off of the success of his debut self-titled album, fans and critics alike wondered how Harry Styles would make his return to the music scene. In typical Styles fashion, it was big, bold, and undeniably great. Filled with gut-wrenching emotional ballads coupled with bouncy pop tunes, the album left fans wondering just how Fine Line came to be. Columbia had the opportunity to go behind the scenes with Harry to understand the process behind creating the album.
Crafted primarily in a studio in Malibu, California, Styles admits that the atmosphere contributed greatly to the feel of the album. “It was important to me that I was in an environment where I could feel creative and free,” he says. The feel definitely comes across in tracks such as “Golden,” which Styles says is “the perfect song for driving down the Pacific Coast highway.”
When asked about penning all of the tracks on the album himself, Styles says, “The writing process was incredibly deep and personal, but I wanted to be genuine to myself and my fans.” The album is circles around a common theme: heartbreak. After experiencing a breakup himself, Styles found himself drawn towards songwriting as a means of coping, which is apparent in “Fine Line” tracks such as “Cherry,” “To Be So Lonely,” and “Falling.”
The process of creating the album wasn’t negative for Styles, however, as he admits, “It was the most enlightening time of my life. I felt true to myself in writing and producing. I feel like this album represents who I am and also who I want to be.”
The release of “Fine Line” stands as a defining moment in Styles’ career and direction as an artist. Full of personality, heartache, and self-discovery, “Fine Line” is a piece that is sure to become a staple in any music-lovers’ playlist. Stream the album here.
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