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Evanescence coming to Tuscaloosa Sept. 11

Evanescence coming to Tuscaloosa Sept. 11

Yahoo14-06-2025
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Grammy Award-winning rock band Evanescence is coming to Tuscaloosa's Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater in September, and tickets for the show are on sale now.
The band has been active for more than 20 years, with their debut album, 'Fallen,' being released in 2003. During the 46th Grammy Awards, the band won Best New Artist and Best Hard Rock Performance for their song 'Bring Me To Life.'
Evanescence will be making its stop in Tuscaloosa on Thursday, Sept. 11. The show is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m., with gates opening at 6:30 p.m. The band will be accompanied by Poppy, as well as a second special guest that will be announced at a later date. Updates will be provided on Evanescence's social media pages.
Tickets for the show are on sale now. More information can be found here.
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