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The Irish Sun
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Teddy Swims on becoming a dad, his breakout year and finally trying therapy
IT'S not even a month since the birth of his first child, a baby boy, but Teddy Swims is back on the road – and reflecting on what's been a remarkable year for the Georgia singer who has fast become one of music's biggest breakout stars. With his powerhouse vocals, heartfelt lyrics and soulful blend of pop, R&B and country, 5 Teddy Swims become one of music's biggest breakout stars in 2024 Credit: Claire Marie Vogel 5 Teddy was born Jaten Dimsdale in Georgia but has a special place in his heart for the UK Credit: Supplied His rise has been steady but 2024 catapulted him into another league. He opened this year's Brit Awards with an unforgettable medley of his songs — Bad Dreams, The Door and the global smash Lose Control. 'That song will not go away,' he says with a laugh, on a video call from his hotel in Washington DC before his show later that night. 'I mean, I'm not in a hurry for it to go away, but it's still rocking.' read more on teddy swims He grins: 'I'm super grateful for Lose Control. "You're lucky to get a song like that in your lifetime, and I hope I get like, three or four more of those. "I need another Lose Control as I need to try to buy this baby [his son] a boat one day.' Despite his tattooed frame and his gold and diamond encrusted teeth, Swims is like a friendly, cuddly bear — warm, open and full of southern charm. Most read in Music He says going back on the road and leaving his baby boy at home with partner Raiche Wright has been hard. 'It kills me leaving him,' he says. Teddy Swims stuns fans with surprise intimate gig as he reveals his dream collaboration 'When we were leaving on the bus I was just sobbing and drinking. "My tour manager was like, 'Bro, you got to stop the tequila, or you got to stop crying. "'This is not a healthy way to start off on tour'. 'The first two days on the road were tough because I kept waking up and looking for him. But I'm excited to see him grow.' Swims says he's loving his life. 'We bought a home in "I'm so blessed, and I'm so grateful for everything I have in my life.' He credits his partner, also a musician, for making him go to couples counselling after he finally tried 'I made myself a promise that after I got the first record out, I was going to get into therapy, and I finally did and it was great. 'Then Raiche mentioned 'We are completely different people and so I imagine how we see the world, and the way our son should be, will be different too. 'I'VE STRUGGLED WITH NIGHTMARES' "I hope he will be a good boy because I was absolute hell.' Raiche, who Swims met through social media, also inspired his single Bad Dreams. 'I've struggled with nightmares a lot in my life and sometimes I get to this point where I can't sleep, or I'm scared to sleep. "Meeting Raiche, who's such a holistic person, it's been nice to have someone help with that, making me take charcoal and magnesium to sleep.' Explaining how they got together, he recalls: 'I had been following her for a couple of years as we had been listening to each other's music. 'Then she came to a show of mine in Atlanta and we hit it off, and the rest is history. "Within a year we were pregnant, so we needed to make this work.' It was a very different story for 'I was in a relationship with someone who was an addict and I wasn't the best myself,' he explains. 'The substance of our relationship was literally the substances we were taking, and the lifestyle we were living. 5 Swims has just welcomed his first child with partner Raiche Wright Credit: Getty "We became co-dependent. 'I'd never say anything bad about her. Sometimes you can love someone, but it's not meant to be. "We brought out the worst in each other and it was hard to find a way to close that door and move forward.' Still, the singer has found peace and believes that music saved his life in many ways. He says: 'Throughout that record, you go from being so heartbroken in one sense, to having a family, a life and a career. "Just being stable, and then trying therapy has been wonderful. 'I feel lucky for everything that happened, I had this 'ministry through music'. "I've been able to be open and talk, to process it and put it into an outlet.' 'There's no way I'd be alive today if I didn't have that outlet. "I'm so lucky to have people who love me and want the best for me and pulled me out of the dumps. Now I get to be a millionaire because my ex broke my heart Teddy Swims 'One day I'll have my son come out on stage and personally thank all my fans for the life they have given him.' He says with a laugh: 'Now I get to be a millionaire because my ex broke my heart. "So, I've nothing to do but thank her at this point. 'I've been on the straight and narrow for a while now. "I still like to throw back my Miller High Life [beers] here and there and my tequila, but I've been off the cocaine and stuff for a very long time.' Today Swims takes huge pride in being a mentor for people who have similar problems. 'Saving somebody from walking down a bad path or telling somebody they're not alone is what I'm here to do,' he says. 'There are still a lot of people with a platform who aren't saying sh*t. "You've got to speak. Don't do nothing.' He believes one avenue that can help make a difference is social media. 'FIRE FOR MUSIC' 'One beautiful thing about social media, which can be nasty in a lot of ways, is that there's always a community out there. 'The way people are supporting mental health, there are so many ways to reach out. "It's been life-changing for me, and I'm sure for thousands of others around the world. "It's a good time to get health — physically and mentally.' Teddy Swims' second album, I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2), went to number two in the charts when it was released in January, and now, with the complete album also out, he sees it as a shared healing experience. 'Every time I play those songs and people sing along, I see how so many have gone through the same thing,' he tells me. 'When I tap into that feeling, I get to take ownership of it, and me and thousands of people are now celebrating together. "That bad time in my life, or their life — we get to reclaim ownership of that trauma and dance around and think about how horrible it was.' Influenced by classic soul singers such as Otis Redding, 'I saw them at Warped in 2007 when I was about 15 and that was when I got on fire for that music.' 5 Swims at the Brits wearing a cape made of teddy bears designed by Christian Stroble Credit: Getty Another influential rock band was Acceptance. He recalls: 'Acceptance's album Phantoms really changed my life — they're one of my favourite bands ever.' Born in Conyers, a suburb of Atlanta, Swims was discovered when in 2019 he sang a cover of Before he hit the big time, he had been playing in cover bands and prog-rock groups. His band were known as Teddy Swims, so the name stuck with him as a solo star. He says: 'For so many years it had been such a slow burn for me, which I'm happy with. "Fame has come into my life because I've been able to navigate it slowly. "And luckily for me, I'm still playing in the same band with the same kids that I grew up with. 'And we still do everything together. We're rocking and writing here in the hotel, last night even. 'We're writing as we're on the road, because it's a clean slate right now to do whatever is next. "And it's a beautiful thing to be wide open and not know where we're going. "I try to be somewhat relatable because I could just write a daddy album.' 'TOUGH AND CUTE' With his success, life on the road has also brought some unexpected changes for Swims. He tells me: 'When I first needed a security guy around me, I found it a weird thing to navigate. "I'm never really in danger and everybody I meet is always sweet to me. It's hello, hugs and taking pictures — and I love that. 'Fans can come say hi to me any day of the week. I asked for the attention, and I get it, and I love it. I'm excited.' Being in the spotlight is something Swims doesn't shy away from. At the Brits, he walked the red carpet wearing a cape made of teddy bears. 'My stylist friend Christian Stroble helped me put that together,' he says. 'I always try to keep it punk rock but I still want to be tough and cute. "I would love to have a fashion line later and we will see what happens.' I still feel like the little fat kid from Conyers sitting with a bunch of celebrities Teddy Swims He says: 'I did not know what I was walking into — it was huge. "I'd never played a big show like that, so that was a big cherry popped for me there. 'And all those names that I find myself with at these events — it's nuts to be looking at those people as peers. 'There's always been a piece of me being there at the table and thinking I belong there. "But I still feel like the little fat kid from Conyers sitting with a bunch of celebrities. "But you know, heck yeah, I got a ticket too.' Swims says he loves visiting the UK and can't wait to return next year when he's hoping to play some festivals. 'The UK has always been so good to us. They are sweet on Ted,' he says with a smile. "Back in 2024, I spent more time in the UK than in America, I visited there about nine times. 'We were always so loved over there and we kept making memories with friends and it really paid off. 'The people there adopted me in a way, so, I'm very, very happy. I love Birmingham, it's probably my favourite city in the UK. 'But I just love the UK in general. I can't wait to be back there soon." 5 I've Tried Everything But Therapy (complete edition) is out now Credit: Supplied Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
The Sun
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Teddy Swims on becoming a dad, his breakout year and finally trying therapy
IT'S not even a month since the birth of his first child, a baby boy, but Teddy Swims is back on the road – and reflecting on what's been a remarkable year for the Georgia singer who has fast become one of music's biggest breakout stars. With his powerhouse vocals, heartfelt lyrics and soulful blend of pop, R&B and country, Teddy Swims — born Jaten Dimsdale — has struck a chord with fans around the world. 5 5 His rise has been steady but 2024 catapulted him into another league. He opened this year's Brit Awards with an unforgettable medley of his songs — Bad Dreams, The Door and the global smash Lose Control. 'That song will not go away,' he says with a laugh, on a video call from his hotel in Washington DC before his show later that night. 'I mean, I'm not in a hurry for it to go away, but it's still rocking.' He grins: 'I'm super grateful for Lose Control. "You're lucky to get a song like that in your lifetime, and I hope I get like, three or four more of those. "I need another Lose Control as I need to try to buy this baby [his son] a boat one day.' Despite his tattooed frame and his gold and diamond encrusted teeth, Swims is like a friendly, cuddly bear — warm, open and full of southern charm. He says going back on the road and leaving his baby boy at home with partner Raiche Wright has been hard. 'It kills me leaving him,' he says. Teddy Swims stuns fans with surprise intimate gig as he reveals his dream collaboration 'When we were leaving on the bus I was just sobbing and drinking. "My tour manager was like, 'Bro, you got to stop the tequila, or you got to stop crying. "'This is not a healthy way to start off on tour'. 'The first two days on the road were tough because I kept waking up and looking for him. But I'm excited to see him grow.' Swims says he's loving his life. 'We bought a home in Nashville, and I look at it out there in our yard every day and I can't believe I get to live this life because I sing and write songs. "I'm so blessed, and I'm so grateful for everything I have in my life.' He credits his partner, also a musician, for making him go to couples counselling after he finally tried therapy himself following the release of his first album. 'I made myself a promise that after I got the first record out, I was going to get into therapy, and I finally did and it was great. 'Then Raiche mentioned couples therapy to make sure we are as healed as we can be, and I'm sure it will help us with our parenting. 'We are completely different people and so I imagine how we see the world, and the way our son should be, will be different too. 'I'VE STRUGGLED WITH NIGHTMARES' "I hope he will be a good boy because I was absolute hell.' Raiche, who Swims met through social media, also inspired his single Bad Dreams. 'I've struggled with nightmares a lot in my life and sometimes I get to this point where I can't sleep, or I'm scared to sleep. "Meeting Raiche, who's such a holistic person, it's been nice to have someone help with that, making me take charcoal and magnesium to sleep.' Explaining how they got together, he recalls: 'I had been following her for a couple of years as we had been listening to each other's music. 'Then she came to a show of mine in Atlanta and we hit it off, and the rest is history. "Within a year we were pregnant, so we needed to make this work.' It was a very different story for Swims when he wrote his debut album — 2023's I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1) — which was influenced by a darker period in his life. 'I was in a relationship with someone who was an addict and I wasn't the best myself,' he explains. 'The substance of our relationship was literally the substances we were taking, and the lifestyle we were living. "We became co-dependent. 'I'd never say anything bad about her. Sometimes you can love someone, but it's not meant to be. "We brought out the worst in each other and it was hard to find a way to close that door and move forward.' Still, the singer has found peace and believes that music saved his life in many ways. He says: 'Throughout that record, you go from being so heartbroken in one sense, to having a family, a life and a career. "Just being stable, and then trying therapy has been wonderful. 'I feel lucky for everything that happened, I had this 'ministry through music'. "I've been able to be open and talk, to process it and put it into an outlet.' 'There's no way I'd be alive today if I didn't have that outlet. "I'm so lucky to have people who love me and want the best for me and pulled me out of the dumps. Now I get to be a millionaire because my ex broke my heart Teddy Swims 'One day I'll have my son come out on stage and personally thank all my fans for the life they have given him.' He says with a laugh: 'Now I get to be a millionaire because my ex broke my heart. "So, I've nothing to do but thank her at this point. 'I've been on the straight and narrow for a while now. "I still like to throw back my Miller High Life [beers] here and there and my tequila, but I've been off the cocaine and stuff for a very long time.' Today Swims takes huge pride in being a mentor for people who have similar problems. 'Saving somebody from walking down a bad path or telling somebody they're not alone is what I'm here to do,' he says. 'There are still a lot of people with a platform who aren't saying sh*t. "You've got to speak. Don't do nothing.' He believes one avenue that can help make a difference is social media. 'FIRE FOR MUSIC' 'One beautiful thing about social media, which can be nasty in a lot of ways, is that there's always a community out there. 'The way people are supporting mental health, there are so many ways to reach out. "It's been life-changing for me, and I'm sure for thousands of others around the world. "It's a good time to get health — physically and mentally.' Teddy Swims' second album, I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2), went to number two in the charts when it was released in January, and now, with the complete album also out, he sees it as a shared healing experience. 'Every time I play those songs and people sing along, I see how so many have gone through the same thing,' he tells me. 'When I tap into that feeling, I get to take ownership of it, and me and thousands of people are now celebrating together. "That bad time in my life, or their life — we get to reclaim ownership of that trauma and dance around and think about how horrible it was.' Influenced by classic soul singers such as Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, Swims says he grew up loving rock bands — including Coheed And Cambria after seeing them live. 'I saw them at Warped in 2007 when I was about 15 and that was when I got on fire for that music.' Another influential rock band was Acceptance. He recalls: 'Acceptance's album Phantoms really changed my life — they're one of my favourite bands ever.' Born in Conyers, a suburb of Atlanta, Swims was discovered when in 2019 he sang a cover of Shania Twain 's megahit, You're Still The One. Before he hit the big time, he had been playing in cover bands and prog-rock groups. His band were known as Teddy Swims, so the name stuck with him as a solo star. He says: 'For so many years it had been such a slow burn for me, which I'm happy with. "Fame has come into my life because I've been able to navigate it slowly. "And luckily for me, I'm still playing in the same band with the same kids that I grew up with. 'And we still do everything together. We're rocking and writing here in the hotel, last night even. 'We're writing as we're on the road, because it's a clean slate right now to do whatever is next. "And it's a beautiful thing to be wide open and not know where we're going. "I try to be somewhat relatable because I could just write a daddy album.' 'TOUGH AND CUTE' With his success, life on the road has also brought some unexpected changes for Swims. He tells me: 'When I first needed a security guy around me, I found it a weird thing to navigate. "I'm never really in danger and everybody I meet is always sweet to me. It's hello, hugs and taking pictures — and I love that. 'Fans can come say hi to me any day of the week. I asked for the attention, and I get it, and I love it. I'm excited.' Being in the spotlight is something Swims doesn't shy away from. At the Brits, he walked the red carpet wearing a cape made of teddy bears. 'My stylist friend Christian Stroble helped me put that together,' he says. 'I always try to keep it punk rock but I still want to be tough and cute. "I would love to have a fashion line later and we will see what happens.' The chatty singer says that playing The Brits was something else entirely. He says: 'I did not know what I was walking into — it was huge. "I'd never played a big show like that, so that was a big cherry popped for me there. 'And all those names that I find myself with at these events — it's nuts to be looking at those people as peers. 'There's always been a piece of me being there at the table and thinking I belong there. "But I still feel like the little fat kid from Conyers sitting with a bunch of celebrities. "But you know, heck yeah, I got a ticket too.' Swims says he loves visiting the UK and can't wait to return next year when he's hoping to play some festivals. 'The UK has always been so good to us. They are sweet on Ted,' he says with a smile. "Back in 2024, I spent more time in the UK than in America, I visited there about nine times. 'We were always so loved over there and we kept making memories with friends and it really paid off. 'The people there adopted me in a way, so, I'm very, very happy. I love Birmingham, it's probably my favourite city in the UK. 'But I just love the UK in general. I can't wait to be back there soon."
New Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
On Francis Ford Coppola's operas, chamber pieces and Trump's Godfather resemblances
Francis Ford Coppola. Music is integral to the Godfather director's films. Rarely ornamental, it sets the scene, drives and influences the narrative. The iconic use of music in the flawed and ultimately unsatisfying Apocalypse Now, especially The Door's The End synchronised to the sound of helicopter rotor blades and Wagner's Ride of the Valkyries during the helicopter assault scene, shapes the visual spectacle. But it goes deeper. Just like composers often work in different formats, Coppola created introspective chamber music pieces (The Conversation) or extroverted grand operas (The Godfather and Godfather Part II ). The Conversation, made in 1974, is ostensibly a thriller. Set almost entirely indoors in claustrophobic shots, the film has an oppressive atmosphere and relentless tension. The central character Harry Caul (played by the late Gene Hackman in one of his finest performances) is a surveillance expert for hire. It opens at San Francisco's Union Square when we follow a man (Frederick Forrest) and woman (Cindy Williams). We make out snippets of conversation, jazz and singing. What we are hearing is Caul and his associates' remote recording of a private conversation. The plot revolves around the tape which was commissioned by the Director (Robert Duvall) as evidence of what may be an incriminating liaison between the man and the woman who could possibly be his wife. The recording turns out to be a trap designed by someone, we are never clear whom, to lure the Director to a hotel room where he is to be assassinated. The Conversation revels in ambiguities. Caul, the consummate professional, finds himself tricked into revealing confidences by a competitor planting a cheap pen with a built-in listening device on him. He is successful but is a failure in his personal relationships and his employee (John Cazale). Intruding into other private lives, he has none of his own. It culminates in a memorable final scene. Caul suspects that he is now under surveillance, the person who bugged other people is now being listened to. He dismantles his entire apartment, including breaking apart a figurine of the Virgin Mary, to locate any concealed listening devices. The closing has Caul sitting in the wrecked premises playing his saxophone as the camera pans back and forth furtively The film was intended by Coppola as a showcase for the talents of Walter Murch, his brilliant long time sound and film editor. Fittingly, the audio elements, sometimes simple but at others multi layered, are central throughout. When Caul goes to see the Director who hired him and is met by the man's assistant (Harrison Ford), he refuses to hand the tapes over. Hurrying out of the office building, he notices that the man and woman he recorded work for the same company. At this point, the soundtrack becomes a melange of noises which is suddenly drowned out by the sounds of a tape recorder running dramatically transitioning to Caul listening to the recordings in an effort to establish its content. The Godfather and Godfather Part II, released in 1972 and 1974 but best thought of as one continuous film, operate on a grander scale. They are operatic melodramas carried by superb performances (Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, Robert de Niro, James Caan, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Talia Shire, John Cazale and others) and the cinematography. As to the later, Gordon Willis crafted the first film in stately browns and church-like solemnity but in Part II alternated interior darkness with light filled outdoor scenes recreating Lake Tahoe, Havana and Sicily. Like all opera, the plot is trite although individual set pieces are often dazzling. There are unforgettable scenes in The Godfather – the opening at Sonny's wedding, the making of "an offer that you can't refuse" to a Hollywood producer, the various meetings of Mafia bosses, the shooting of Don Corleone, the revenge killing of the Mafioso and policeman protecting them and, of course, the climactic murders of other family bosses against the background of a church baptism. It ends with a long shot of Michael Corleone effortlessly taking over from his father. Godfather Part II is illuminated by the sequences of the young Don Corleone in New York, the Senate Investigation sequence, the attempted assassination of Michael Corleone and the prolonged shots of him alone in crushing solitude. Befitting its operatic framing, the films are ultimately tragedies concerned about human fallibility. It explores the characters' embrace of a pervasive evil, which is frequently justified as necessity. Michael Corleone is meant to be separate from the family's nefarious business but finds himself unable to escape it. There is the absence of opportunities for immigrants which encourages a life of crime. Both films are haunted by weakness, portrayed by Fredo's failures, and the long-suffering women excluded from the predominately male world. Nino Rota's music scores are powerful and nostalgic. Their repetitive themes, like the Godfather Waltz, accentuate the visuals beautifully. Ultimately, great films are universal. They resonate and inform different epochs. The Conversation and The Godfather films are especially relevant to our times. In The Conversation, Coppola shows a fascination with security technology and its use in the same way that Michelangelo Antonioni did in his 1966 film Blow Up. Today, far more pernicious camera and audio surveillance is found across many countries not just authoritarian states, as Edward Snowden's disclosures revealed. In the film, Coppola shies away from the obvious issues around spying on people, focusing on the ambiguity of the information and how we understand its relevance. The recording from the surveillance is never quite what it seems. It appears for much of the film to be sought for one purpose but plot twists undermine this rationale replacing it with a more complex and sinister reason. The emphasis, consistent with the work's intimate chamber piece quality, is on individual moral and ethical responsibilities. Caul's absorption with the technology is evident at the start of the film: "I don't care what they're talking about, all I want is a nice flat recording." This quest for technical excellence avoids confronting the real purpose of spying. His assistant dismisses the content as "what a stupid conversation!" When Caul finally deciphers the words, playing the recording over and over, a chilling phrase emerges: "He'd kill us if he got the chance." Caul's concern comes from Catholic guilt about an earlier job he carried out where the three subjects were later murdered. When the recording's import become clearer, he is too late to prevent events from taking their course. The Godfather films serve as an allegory for American capitalism providing an interesting metaphor for the current US President and his administration. The Corleone family believes in the Darwinian survival of the strongest and most adaptable to circumstances. There is an equation of crime and business. In The Godfather, the meeting between Don Corleone, his son and consigliori with Sollozo to discuss entering into drug trafficking resembles a corporate board meeting considering a new investment. There is a moment in The Godfather Part II, when Hyman Roth tells Michael Corleone that they are "bigger than US Steel". The corrupting effect of absolute power underscores the Godfather films. The Corleone and other families ruthlessly pursue and eliminate enemies, real and perceived. They dominate by violence and fear. They equate money and authority. Family values cover the brutal nihilism that lies at its core. Its principles, such as Omerta so central to the second film, are hollow. Given that there isn't much to redeem any character, the films are morally ambiguous in the same way as Bernardo Bertolucci's 1970 The Conformist. Director Nicholas Roeg complained that he found the Godfather films a "doom-laden, black nasty thing". Writing in the Financial Times, columnist Gideon Rachman openly compared President Trump's approach to politics and diplomacy to that of Don Corleone. Like a movie mob boss, President Trump alternates between menace and magnanimity. He employs fear and threats as a tactic for shaking down nations, businesses, educational institutions and legal firms. The language is telling. The President and Vice President have repeatedly stated that other nations, seen as competing crime families, have to show "respect". During the 2024 election campaign in remarks made at his golf course in Bedminster, New Jersey, President Trump specifically referred to the "Biden crime family". The relentless pursuit of opponents and the disregard for the rule of law parallel that of the Corleones. Erratic and escalating demand for payment in return for "protection", such as the mineral deal with Ukraine, is difficult to differentiate from blackmail. The President's son urged countries targeted with tariffs to quickly buy off his father, writing at @realDonaldTrump : "I wouldn't want to be the last country that tries to negotiate a trade deal … The first to negotiate will win — the last will absolutely lose." He added: "I have seen this movie my entire life." The similarity of President Trump and his entourage's approach to The Godfather is striking. The Conversation, the chamber music offering, and The Godfather and Godfather Part II, the operas, represent the highpoint of Francis Ford Coppola's films. As with any significant and enduring work, the line between life and art is never clear. Jointly published with Feuilleton is historically a part of an European newspaper or magazine devoted to material designed to entertain the general reader. Extraneus, in Latin 'an outsider', is a former financier and author. A reasonable club cricketer, he took up a career in money markets because he wasn't good enough to be a professional cricketer, needed to make a living and no one offered him a job as a cricket commentator or allowed him to pursue his other passions.
FACT
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
Soul sensation Teddy Swims announces first-ever Dubai show
The global phenomenon will take to the stage in Dubai this autumn. Grammy-nominated singer Teddy Swims will perform live in Dubai on 22 November at Coca-Cola Arena as part of his I've Tried Everything But Therapy Tour. If you'd like to see the hitmaker, here's how to get hold of tickets. The multi-platinum star will be joined by his band, Freak Freely, performing fan favourites and genre-blending tracks like The Door' and Bad Dreams. He will also perform his record-breaking hit Lose Control, the longest-charting Billboard Hot 100 hit in history and the track that placed him in Spotify's Billions Club. His first two albums, I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1) and I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2), established him as one of the industry's most respected, soulful, and multi-talented artists. On 27 June, Swims will release I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Complete Edition), featuring his latest single God Went Crazy. He will also release recent collaborations with BigXthaPlug and Raiche – just one week before embarking on his international tour. The tour will span the United States, New Zealand, Australia, and the UAE. Swims said: 'Last time I came to the UAE, I had the best time – taking in the most beautiful views with the most beautiful people this Earth has to offer! I love you and I can't wait to get together and celebrate live music!' Thomas Ovesen, CEO of All Things Live Middle East, said: 'Teddy Swims is one of the most exciting voices in music today, and we're thrilled to be bringing him to Dubai for the very first time. His energy, soul, and connection with fans make his live shows unforgettable – and we're proud to give audiences here the chance to experience that magic at Coca-Cola Arena this November.' Standing ticketholders will have access to the official fan party and the chance to win signed merchandise. Pre-sale registration opens on Friday, 20 June at 8am, followed by a 24-hour pre-sale starting Monday, 23 June at 10am. Registration for the pre-sale is open now. General tickets go on sale on Tuesday, 24 June at 10am. GO: Visit for more information.
Time Out Dubai
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Teddy Swims in Dubai: Ticket details, date and more
One of the biggest stars of the modern music scene is set to perform in Dubai for the first time later this year. Teddy Swims, a GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum global sensation, will take to the stage at the Coca-Cola Arena in November. With a versatile style and unique voice that blends R&B, soul, hip-hop, and contemporary pop, Teddy Swims is heading on an international tour that makes a one-night-only stop in the UAE. The show, presented by All Things Live Middle East and supported by Dubai Calendar, will be held on Saturday November 22. Tickets will go on general sale at 10am on Tuesday June 24, but fans can bag the best seat in the house 24 hours earlier in the pre-sale from 10am on Monday June 23. Expect hits like the longest-charting Hot 100 hit in history Lose Control as well as The Door, Bad Dreams and songs from his upcoming I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Complete Edition) album. Although it's Teddy Swims' first time performing in Dubai, he's no stranger to the UAE having previously performed at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Yasalam After-Race Concerts. In the capital, he shared billing with South Korean DJ Peggy Gou, but this time he'll headline in his own right. Speaking ahead of the announcement of his Dubai date on the I've Tried Everything But Therapy Tour, Teddy Swims shared his excitement at returning to the UAE. He said: 'Last time I came to the UAE, I had the funnest time – taking in the most beautiful views with the most beautiful people this Earth has to offer.' 'I love you and I can't wait to get together and celebrate live music.' Thomas Ovesen, CEO of All Things Live Middle East, described what fans can expect when Teddy Swims arrives in November. He said: 'Teddy Swims is one of the most exciting voices in music today, and we're thrilled to be bringing him to Dubai for the very first time. 'His energy, soul, and connection with fans make his live shows unforgettable – and we're proud to give audiences here the chance to experience that magic at Coca-Cola Arena this November.' Teddy Swims Dubai tickets Tickets for the show start from Dhs295, while regular standing is priced at Dhs455 and fan pit standing is Dhs695. And if you snag a standing ticket, then you stand a chance of winning some exclusive signed merch from Teddy Swims himself. There will be two signed posters up for grabs, while one lucky fan could even walk away with a signed guitar. These prizes are part of the official 'fan party' experience and are only available to fan pits and regular standing ticket holders. The exclusive pre-show celebration includes early entry to the venue along with live entertainment from local artists, happy hour offers on food and drinks, and early access to merchandise. Those with fan pit tickets will enjoy double entry into the prize draw and stand a greater chance of winning some exclusive merch. From Dhs295. Sat Nov 22. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. You might also like… All the best concerts and gigs coming to Dubai next month and beyond There's a show for every taste Heading to a big gig? Here's where to eat and drink near the Coca-Cola Arena Your ultimate concert guide Where to watch live music in Dubai Soak up some melodies in bars and clubs across the city
