“Introduces listeners to an expansive universe that widens what’s possible
within hip-hop” –
Rolling Stone
“skaiwater is just getting started.” – HighSnobiety
“surfs between moods and soundscapes at a moment’s notice, omnivorous in a way that’s reminiscent of a young Kanye West.” – Pitchfork
“found a way to push the genre forward while keeping it fresh and accessible” – Complex
January 20, 2026 – Today, genre-bending artist
skaiwater announces their U.S.
“Wonderful”Tour. Kicking off
March 9 in Phoenix, the tour will make stops across the country before wrapping
April 2 in Los Angeles. The run marks the UK artist’s first tour since the release of their critically acclaimed sophomore album,
#mia (Manic in America). In addition to the tour announcement, skaiwater was recently announced as a performer at
Rolling Loud Orlando, where they will take the stage
on May 10. General on-sale is available now via
https://skaiwater.com/pages/tour. Full routing below.
Released last spring,
#mia (Manic in America)earned critical acclaim, with
Pitchfork naming “pop” a “
Best New Track” and
Billboard, Hypebeast, Complex, and
The FADERoffering high praise.
Paper Magazine also highlighted skaiwater’s “
genre-bending moves [that] seamlessly traverse musical, cultural, and digital worlds.” The project is an eight-track journey through love, excess, and emotional instability. With sharp lyricism and genre-blurring soundscapes, skaiwater explores the cycle of romantic indulgence and detachment. Stylistically, Manic in America mixes the chaos of fame, gritty underground culture, and internet-fueled rebelliousness. As skai embodies the spirit of both an outsider and a pop icon, they craft an unpredictable, effortlessly contemporary style and narrative of sound and stardom. Listen to
#mia HERE.
Prior to
#mia, skaiwater shared
#gigi, which was named T
he FADER’s “Album of the Year” and earned spots on numerous
“Best of 2024” lists, including
Rolling Stone, Complex, and
Pitchfork. #gigi features several standout tracks including
“light!” with
Lil Nas X and produced by
9lives, a poignant exploration of young love and hidden toxicity; “
bleach,” a dynamic blend of energetic rap and smooth vocals showcasing skai’s resilience and vulnerability; and
“wna Torture Me Tn?” featuring rising Atlanta rapper
Karrahbooo.Listen
HERE.
Building on the success of #mia and #gigi,skaiwater has spent recent years expanding their reach and shaping a distinctive musical identity. They’ve collaborated in the studio with Skepta, joined PinkPantheress as a special guest on her North American tour in Los Angeles, toured with BKThaRula, and performed at Rolling Loud. In 2025, they were named one of Our Generation Music’s “Artists to Watch,” and more recently, skaiwater made waves stepping “In the Booth” with Plaqueboymax and was announced as a featured artist on (G)I-DLE’s upcoming single “Mono.” With these milestones as a springboard, skaiwater continues to push boundaries, unapologetically shaping the future, one bold move at a time.
“WONDERFUL” TOUR DATES:
Monday, March 9 — Phoenix, AZ
Thursday, March 12 — Houston, TX
Friday, March 13 — Dallas, TX
Monday, March 16 — Atlanta, GA
Tuesday, March 17 — Orlando, FL
Friday, March 20 — Washington, DC
Saturday, March 21 — Philadelphia, PA
Monday, March 23 — Brooklyn, NY
Tuesday, March 24 — Boston, MA
Friday, March 27 — Chicago, IL
Tuesday, March 31 — San Francisco, CA
Thursday, April 2 — Los Angeles, CA
