Top 10 Rock Concerts for 2010

LOCATIONS: North Dakota (Fargo), Illinois (Rosemont), and Nebraska (Omaha)

DATES: May 15-27, 2010

PRICES: $46.50-$89.50

WEBSITE: http://www.nickelback.com

DESCRIPTION: Nickelback are on tour in support of their latest album, Dark Horse, which was released in 2008. The album spawned a Top 40 hit "If Today Was Your Last Day" and "Never Gonna Be Alone". Ever since 2001's Silver Side Up was released, Nickelback has gained much success around the country. By performing and recording several hits such as "How You Remind Me", "Someday", and "Photograph", Nickelback's concert tour is considered one of the top 10 Rock concerts of 2010.

DAUGHTRY

LOCATIONS: Missouri (Kansas City), Michigan (Grand Rapids), and Tennessee (Nashville)

DATES: May 19-August 7, 2010

PRICES: $26.50-$36.50

WEBSITE: http://www.daughtryofficial.com

DESCRIPTION: The second leg of Daughtry's tour kicks off May 19 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The tour is in support of 2009's Leave This Town, which features the hit smash "No Surprise". After being a contestant on the popular reality competition American Idol, lead singer Chris Daughtry quickly gained fans' hearts due to his strong and powerful voice, his looks, and his down-to-earth personality. Chris Daughtry became a popular fixation on radio stations and television sets across the country after releasing his self-titled debut album, Daughtry, in 2006. Daughtry's self-titled debut album was released in 2006, spawning several instant hits including, "It's Not Over", "Home", and "Feels Like Tonight".

CREED

LOCATIONS: Virginia (Virginia Beach), Florida (Tampa), and Georgia (Atlanta)

DATES: May 20-September 4, 2010

PRICES: $10-$20

WEBSITE: http://www.creed.com

DESCRIPTION: In support of 2009's Full Circle, rock band Creed are playing selected cities across the United States. After a 5-year hiatus, Creed reunited in 2009 for new music and to provide the best musical experience for fans. Creed's second album, Human Clay, was an instant success for the band, with rock ballads "With Arms Wide Open" and "Higher". "With Arms Wide Open" was a personal tribute from lead singer Scott Stapp dedicated to his newborn son Jagger. After releasing 2001's Weathered (featuring stand-out track "My Sacrifice"), Creed took a 5-year hiatus. In 2009, the band released their much-anticipated album Full Circle. The album spawned the hit "Rain". The tour for Creed is sure to be another success for the comeback group.

GREEN DAY

LOCATIONS: Massachusetts (Mansfield), Virginia (Bristow), and New York (Darien Center)

DATES: August 3-September 2, 2010

PRICES: $49.50-$85

WEBSITE: http://www.greenday.com

DESCRIPTION: Legendary rockers Green Day will perform live for the second-leg of their concert tour, in support of their latest album 21^st century breakdown. Green Day are best known live for bringing fans onstage to play musical instruments and jam with the band. Their concert tours are filled with excitement and powerful music. After releasing the track "Welcome to Paradise" on 1992's Kerplunk, Green Day became a popular rock band across the Nation. Throughout the years, Green Day released several more hits including "When I Come Around", "Geek Stink Breath", and "Minority" along with several others.

FLYLEAF

LOCATIONS: Idaho (Boise), Massachusetts (Worcester), and New York (New York City)

DATES: May 15-June 2, 2010

PRICES: $25-$30

WEBSITE: http://www.flyleafmusic.com

DESCRIPTION: With a female rock vocalist, strong/emotional-charged lyrics, and music Flyleaf's "Unite and Fight Tour" will be one of the most discussed concerts in 2010. After releasing the top track "I'm So Sick" on 2005's self-titled debut, Flyleaf have become a top rock band for the new millennium. Female rock vocalist Lacey Mosley delivers the powerful vocals, reminiscent to those of rock group Evanescence's lead vocalist Amy Lee. The members of Flyleaf are currently on tour to promote 2009's Memento Mori.

PARAMORE

LOCATIONS: Virginia (Norfolk), Delaware (Harrington), North Carolina (Raleigh)

DATES: May 15-September 19, 2010

PRICES: $18-$28

WEBSITE: http://www.paramore.net

DESCRIPTION: The 2010 Honda Civic Tour features rock group Paramore in a series of concerts across the Nation. Originally from Franklin, Tennessee, rockers Paramore continue to play powerful rock music with lead female vocalist Hayley Williams. After releasing 2005's All We Know is Falling, Paramore had several successful tracks including "Pressure" and "Emergency". The second album Riot spawned the Top-40 hit "That's What You Get". In support of their latest album Brand New Eyes, Paramore are following up with a country-wide concert tour.

ALICE IN CHAINS

LOCATIONS: New York (New York City), Georgia (Atlanta), and Illinois (Chicago)

DATES: May 19-October 15, 2010

PRICES: $34-$39

WEBSITE: http://www.aliceinchains.com

DESCRIPTION: Legendary rock group Alice in Chains will perform live during the "Black Gives Way to Blue" 2010 concert tour. Ever since the early 90's, rock group Alice in Chains have been popular with their albums and live concert tours. Their 1990 debut release Facelift included the smash hit "Man in the Box". Two years later, Alice in Chains would go on to release Dirt, which featured another instant success "Rooster". Alice in Chains went on to release one more album before taking a 5-year hiatus. In 2009, the band released Black Gives Way to Blue, which featured the controversial hit "Your Decision".

KORN

LOCATIONS: California (San Diego), Nevada (Reno), and Texas (Laredo)

DATES: May 15-August 13, 2010

PRICES: $29.50-$69.50

WEBSITE: http://www.korn.com

DESCRIPTION: During 2010, rockers Korn will be playing selected cities live during the "Ballroom Blitz Tour". According to the band's official website, Korn wants audience participation by not sitting in their seats. The band will be on tour to support the upcoming release Korn III: Remember Who You Are. In 1994, Korn released their self-titled debut album followed by several more albums including 1998's Follow the Leader. The album included top tracks "Children of the Korn" and "Freak on a Leash". In 2005, Korn released their platinum-selling record See You On the Other Side, which featured the smash hit "Coming Undone". Their ninth studio album, Korn III: Remember Who You Are is set to be released in 2010.

PHISH

LOCATIONS: Maryland (Columbia), Colorado (Telluride), and Wisconsin (East Troy)

DATES: June 11-August 18, 2010

PRICES: $50

WEBSITE: http://www.phish.com

DESCRIPTION: After a 5-year hiatus, Phish reunited in 2009 to play live for fans across country. Often referred to as a "jam" band, Phish blended genres including Jazz, Rock, Blues, Country, Funk, and Reggae into their music. Their first Gold studio album Junta was released in 1989 and featured the successful track "You Enjoy Myself". Their most popular track "Bouncing Around the Room" was featured on 1995's A Live One. Phish went on to release 9 more albums including Farmhouse in 2000 and 2009's Joy. The reunion tour is a top rock comeback tour for Phish.

CARNIVAL OF MADNESS: SHINEDOWN, CHEVELLE, PUDDLE OF MUDD, SEVEN DUST, 10 YEARS

LOCATIONS: Tennessee (Knoxville), Texas (Dallas), and Connecticut (Uncasville)

DATES: July 16-September 1, 2010

PRICES: $27.50-$39.50

WEBSITE: http://www.carnivalofmadness.com

DESCRIPTION: Each band on the tour are well-known for their music and history. Shinedown have released 3 albums which have spawned popular hits, "45", their popular cover "Simple Man", and "I Dare You". Chevelle, another band on the tour, had their major label debut album Wonder What's Next released in 2002 featuring the hit "Closure". Chevelle went on to release 3 more albums including 2009's Sci-Fi Crimes. Puddle of Mudd have released 4 albums including 2001's most successful release Come Clean which featured hit tracks "She Hates Me" and "Blurry". The heavy metal band Sevendust have released 8 studio albums including their self-titled debut album which was certified gold in 1999. 10 Years, an alternative-rock band from Tennessee, have released 4 albums including 2004's Killing All That Holds You, which included the hit "Wasteland". 10 Years are set to release an new album in 2010.