From dance diva Dua Lipa to death metal Ghost, Columbus venues offer array of concerts
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** NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect that the Ohio Valentine Love Story event will take place at Nationwide Arena.
Whether you're looking for romantic love songs, Swedish death metal or anything in between, you'll likely find something to suit your taste this season.
On the softer side, “An Ohio Valentine's Day Love Story” will showcase several R&B artists and groups, and Ben Platt will be concentrating on the songs from his introspective new album, "Reverie."
Christian music will be represented by Tomlin United, Americana by Jason Isbell and country music by Dierks Bentley and Darius Rucker. Dua Lipa will satisfy those looking for straightforward pop, and Tyler, the Creator, will be there for rap enthusiasts.
And those who wish to walk on the wilder side can savor the high-energy sounds of Scandinavian bands Ghost and Volbeat, who will be appearing on a double bill, or the thrash of classic progressive metal band Tool.
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Ghost and Volbeat
NATIONWIDE ARENA, 200 W. NATIONWIDE BLVD.
Details: Ready for some Scandinavian high-jinks? Swedish death metal band Ghost, known for having seven of its eight members perform as faceless ghouls, will join forces with Danish doom metal/psychobilly band Volbeat for a show likely to raise the roof.
Time: 7 p.m. Feb. 7
Tickets: $49.50 to $79.50
COVID policy: Masks and proof of vaccination or negative COVID test required
Contact: 614-246-2000, www.nationwidearena.com
Ohio Valentine Love Story
NATIONWIDE ARENA, 200 W. NATIONWIDE BLVD.
Details: Love is in the air in a jam-packed evening of music featuring R&B groups Xscap3, Bell Biv Devoe, 112 and H-Town; singer-songwriter Monica; and singer-percussionist Stokley.
Time: 8 p.m. Feb. 12
Tickets: $78 to $108
COVID policy: Masks required
Contact: 614-688-3939, schottensteincenter.com
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Tomlin United
NATIONWIDE ARENA, 200 W. NATIONWIDE BLVD.
Details: Christian songwriter Chris Tomlin joins forces with United, a Christian band that got its start in the Hillsong Church of Australia.
Time: 7 p.m. Feb. 18
Tickets: $37.75 to $92.75
COVID policy: Masks required
Contact: 614-246-2000, www.nationwidearena.com
Darius Rucker
PALACE THEATRE, 34 W. BROAD ST.
Details: The former lead singer of Hootie & the Blowfish is now a force to be reckoned with in country music.
Time: 8 p.m. Feb. 19
Tickets: $43.75 to $93.75
COVID policy: Masks and proof of vaccination or negative COVID test required
Contact: 614-469-0939, www.capa.com
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Dua Lipa
VALUE CITY ARENA, OLENTANGY RIVER ROAD AND WEST LANE AVENUE
Details: The Albanian-British singer-songwriter and model will be showcasing her latest album, “Future Nostalgia,” which won a 2021 Grammy for Best Pop Solo Album.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26
Tickets: $45.50 to $129.50
COVID policy: Masks required
Contact: 614-688-3939, schottensteincenter.com
Tyler, the Creator
VALUE CITY ARENA, OLENTANGY RIVER ROAD AND WEST LANE AVENUE
Details: The 30-year-old rapper and record producer will be concentrating on numbers from his latest album, “Call Me If You Get Lost,” and will be supported by Vince Staples, Kali Uchis, and Teezo Touchdown.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27
Tickets: $39.50 to $59.50
COVID policy: Masks required
Contact: 614-688-3939, schottensteincenter.com
Tool
NATIONWIDE ARENA, 200 W. NATIONWIDE BLVD.
Details: The venerable and ever-enigmatic progressive rock band returns with a tour titled “The Acid Helps.”
Time: 7:30 p.m. March 6
Tickets: $65 to $79.50
COVID policy: Masks required
Contact: 614-246-2000, www.nationwidearena.com
Ben Platt
VALUE CITY ARENA, OLENTANGY RIVER ROAD AND WEST LANE AVENUE
Details: The singer and actor, best-known for his Tony Award-winning performance in “Dear Evan Hansen,” will highlight songs from his new album, “Reverie.”
Time: 8 p.m. March 9
Tickets: $49.50 to $125
COVID policy: Masks required
Contact: 614-688-3939, schottensteincenter.com
This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: 9 concerts coming to Columbus this winter: Dua Lipa, Dierks Bentley
