Benson Boone at Crypto.com Arena: guide to the Wanted Man Tour in Los Angeles
Benson Boone is arriving at Crypto.com Arena at a stage in his career when an intimate pop ballad and a large arena no longer seem like opposites. His songs often begin with piano, acoustic guitar, or a quiet confession, and then build toward choruses created for thousands of voices. It is precisely this transition from the intimate to the monumental that lies at the center of his concert identity.
The concert takes place on August 10, 2026, at 8:00 PM, and the doors open at 7:00 PM. It is the first of two consecutive nights at Crypto.com Arena, as the second performance is scheduled for August 11. Ashe, an American singer-songwriter known for melodic pop, sharp lyrics, and the song "Moral of the Story", has been confirmed as the special guest.
The Wanted Man Tour takes Boone through major North American arenas, and the two-date engagement in Los Angeles shows how quickly the scale of his performances has expanded. The production is adapted to a large venue, but the repertoire continues to rely on his voice, piano, and direct emotional communication.
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From "Beautiful Things" to a new phase of his career
Boone's breakthrough is associated with songs that combine a gentle beginning with a powerful vocal climax. "Beautiful Things" became his most recognizable hit and paved the way for his 2024 debut album, "Fireworks & Rollerblades". That album also includes "Slow It Down" and "Cry", songs that accustomed audiences to sudden changes in dynamics, high registers, and choruses that naturally turn into communal singing in a live setting.
His second album, "American Heart", was released on June 20, 2025, and expanded his sound toward livelier, more rhythmic, and more theatrical pop-rock. "Sorry I'm Here for Someone Else", "Mystical Magical", "Mr Electric Blue", "Wanted Man", and "I Wanna Be the One You Call" give the concert more room for movement and brighter stage energy, while the ballads retain the emotional weight of his earlier releases.
The tour takes its name from the song "Wanted Man", but the first performances revealed a cross-section of both studio albums, earlier singles, and newer material. The program is therefore accessible both to audiences who know only the biggest hits and to fans who follow his entire catalog.
On June 25, 2026, Boone released "The Time of My Life", his first new song of that year. The track begins in a restrained manner and then builds toward a broad, emotional finale. That kind of structure suits his concert language: the audience first listens to the details in his voice and then receives a chorus that fills the arena.
What the performances so far reveal about the repertoire
The exact set list for Los Angeles has not been confirmed in advance and may change. Nevertheless, performances from the beginning of the Wanted Man Tour provide a clear framework. The program has included songs from the "American Heart" era, major hits from the first album, earlier ballads, and the new single.
Titles recorded at the first stops of the tour included:
- "Sorry I'm Here for Someone Else", "Mr Electric Blue", "Wanted Man", and "Mystical Magical"
- "Slow It Down", "In the Stars", "Cry", and "Beautiful Things"
- "The Time of My Life" as the newest single ahead of the summer tour
- "I Wanna Be the One You Call", "Momma Song", and "Pretty Slowly"
The list should be understood as a guide, not as a promise of the order or the complete program. Faster songs give Boone room to move, while quieter moments return the focus to the piano, melody, and lyrics.
Voice, movement, and the audience as part of the performance
Boone's voice carries the concert more than any individual stage element. His style is based on the transition from a soft, almost conversational tone to powerful high passages. In the studio versions, that leap is often the central moment of the song, and live it gains additional tension because the audience knows when it is coming and reacts before the climax itself.
His performances are also known for athletic movement, including spins and jumps. That does not mean they should be expected during specific songs. What matters more is that Boone uses the entire stage and builds contact with different sections of the venue.
Reports from the first Wanted Man Tour concerts describe an alternation between explosive energy and more personal storytelling. That balance suits an audience that wants both a major pop performance and moments in which the song is reduced to vocal interpretation. "Beautiful Things" remains a natural point for communal singing, but the newer program shows that the concert is not built around only one hit.
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Who will find the concert particularly appealing
The Wanted Man Tour will attract listeners of contemporary pop, pop-rock, and major vocal ballads. Boone's songs move between radio pop, singer-songwriter expression, and arena rock, so the audience is not limited to a narrow genre scene.
Longtime fans will hear how material from "Fireworks & Rollerblades" and "American Heart" merges into a single concert narrative. A broader audience will recognize "Beautiful Things", "Slow It Down", and "Mystical Magical", while fans of emotional ballads will probably appreciate "In the Stars", "Cry", and "The Time of My Life" the most.
Ashe, as the special guest, adds a different shade to the evening. Her approach is more singer-songwriter-oriented, subtler, and more ironic, so the opening section may offer a calmer contrast to Boone's large-scale closing production. The start time of her performance has not been listed separately, so arriving before the beginning of the program is the best way to avoid missing the opening part of the evening.
Crypto.com Arena and the sense of space
Crypto.com Arena is located at 1111 S. Figueroa Street in downtown Los Angeles, next to the L.A. LIVE complex and the Los Angeles Convention Center. It opened on October 17, 1999, and lists a capacity of up to 19,395 visitors for concert configurations. It is a large multipurpose arena, so the experience differs between the floor, the lower stands, and the upper levels.
Approximately two-thirds of the seats are located on the lower level. The lower stands offer a more direct view, the upper levels provide a broader picture of the production, and the view from the floor depends on the height of the person in front and the position of the technical equipment.
The acoustics of a large arena depend on the production, the position of the speakers, and the exact location of the seat. Boone's repertoire benefits from clear vocal lines and choruses that the audience can easily follow. Differences between sections may be more noticeable during quiet ballads, while energetic songs and communal singing naturally connect the entire venue.
Earplugs or protective earmuffs may be brought in for hearing protection, and guest assistance centers also offer free earplugs. This is useful for younger visitors, people who are sensitive to volume, and anyone seated near the speaker systems.
How to get to the arena
For most visitors, public transportation may be easier than driving through downtown Los Angeles on the evening of a major event. The nearest rail station is Pico Station, served by the A and E lines. From the station, walk one block west to Pico Boulevard, then toward Figueroa Street and several blocks north to the arena.
Another option is 7th Street/Metro Center, connected by the A, B, D, and E lines. From there, the arena is approximately a 15-minute walk south along Figueroa Street. The J Line and several bus routes also stop near the L.A. LIVE district.
Before departure, it is worth checking the current trip planner and evening return services and allowing for crowds after the concert.
Crypto.com Arena has approximately 3,300 parking spaces in lots operated by the arena, while more than 10,000 additional spaces are located within a seven- to ten-minute walk. Additional parking facilities have different operators and entrances, so the address of the selected parking facility should be saved before departure.
Taxi and ride-service zones are located on Chick Hearn Court between L.A. Live Way and Georgia Street and on Figueroa Street between 12th Street and Pico Boulevard.
Entry rules that save time
The doors open at 7:00 PM. Because the evening includes Ashe and a security screening, arriving immediately before 8:00 PM increases the risk of waiting and missing the beginning of the program.
The most important practical points are:
- large bags, backpacks, purses, cloth and clear bags, waist packs, and camera bags are not permitted
- small clutches and wallets must be smaller than 5 x 9 x 1 inches
- medical and parental bags smaller than 14 x 14 x 6 inches are subject to X-ray screening
- the venue does not accept cash; cards, contactless payments, and mobile payments are accepted
- professional photography equipment, telephoto lenses, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and audio and video equipment are not permitted
- video recording and flash photography are prohibited
The main entrances are located at the corners of Chick Hearn Court and Georgia Street, Chick Hearn Court and Figueroa Street, and 12th Street and Figueroa Street. The ticket should be opened on the phone in advance, the battery should be checked, and, if possible, the ticket should be saved in a digital wallet.
How much time to plan for the evening
The door-opening time and the start of the event have been published, but the exact duration of Boone's performance, Ashe's start time, and any possible break between the performers have not. It is therefore not reasonable to plan transportation on the assumption that the program will end at a specific minute.
The first concerts of the tour indicate a full-evening format with an opening performer and a stage change. It is safer to expect a later exit and additional time for crowds.
Anyone who wants dinner before the concert can use the restaurants in the L.A. LIVE complex. Arriving earlier is useful because the district around the arena has a busy event schedule.
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Why Los Angeles is an important stop on the tour
Los Angeles comes after stops in San Jose and Sacramento and before concerts in Las Vegas and San Diego. Two nights at Crypto.com Arena make the city one of the more prominent points on the western part of the U.S. route.
Boone returns to this arena after the American Heart Tour, now with the experience of an entire major-arena cycle and a new song released immediately before the tour.
The first Los Angeles night carries the additional energy of the beginning of a two-date engagement. There is no confirmation of special guests, changes to the repertoire, or exclusive elements for either date. All such details should be considered unknown until the organizers or the artist announce them.
Final check before departure
The day before the concert, any changes to the time, entrances, or rules should be checked. On the day of the performance, it is useful to charge the phone, save the mobile ticket, and choose a return route.
For a smoother entry:
- arrive early enough to pass the security screening before Ashe begins
- bring only items that fit in the permitted small bag or in your pockets
- save the address of the entrance, parking facility, or station before approaching the crowds
- agree on a meeting point if the group becomes separated within the L.A. LIVE complex
- protect your hearing, especially near the speakers or when attending with younger visitors
Benson Boone brings to Los Angeles a concert built on what created his audience: a powerful voice, sudden emotional shifts, recognizable choruses, and a physically active performance. Crypto.com Arena gives that approach the scale of a major pop production, while Ashe opens the evening with a singer-songwriter contrast. The best preparation is not guessing every detail of the program, but arriving on time, knowing the venue rules, and allowing enough time to experience the evening without rushing.
Sources:
- Crypto.com Arena - information about the concert, dates, door-opening time, Ashe, and the address
- Benson Boone - Wanted Man Tour schedule and the position of Los Angeles within the tour
- Warner Records Press - announcement of the Wanted Man Tour, the album "American Heart", and the single "The Time of My Life"
- Crypto.com Arena Vital Stats, Getting Here, and A-Z Guide - capacity, history, parking, entrances, bags, payments, photography, and hearing protection
- LA Metro - lines, stations, and walking directions to Crypto.com Arena
- Setlist.fm, Just Jared, and Mirth Films - repertoire and descriptions of the first tour performances, used only as guidance without any guarantee for Los Angeles