Jorja Smith at The Anthem
Go To This Because We Asked So Nicely – A Concert Preview
By Tatiana Fisher
Photo Credit: Justin Higuchi
The falling or flying Tour 2025 North America by British singer-songwriter Jorja Smith will visit The Anthem in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, March 13. Her critically acclaimed third studio album, falling or flying, was released in 2023 and is being supported by this tour. Beginning in Austin, Texas, on February 18, the North American leg included stops in major cities like Houston, Atlanta, Chicago, and Toronto before ending with the performance in Washington, D.C.
Jorja Smith’s 2016 single “Blue Lights” and her 2018 debut album, Lost & Found, brought her initial international acclaim. She has worked with artists like Drake and Kendrick Lamar (an unexpected duo to mention in the same breath) and is well-known for her gorgeous, soulful voice and powerful lyrics. Her artistic growth shines through in falling or flying, where she blends jazz, soul, and R&B to explore themes of love and self-discovery.
Maverick Sabre, an Irish-English singer-songwriter known for his blend of R&B, soul, and hip-hop, will open for Jorja Smith. With hits like “Let Me Go,” and collaborations with artists like Jorja Smith and Joey Bada$$, Maverick Sabre will definitely deliver a memorable night with his emotionally charged performances.
The 5 W’s (and a few H’s)
Who: Jorja Smith with support from Maverick Sabre
What: falling or flying Tour 2025 North America
Where: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024
When: Thursday, March 13, 2025; doors at 6:30 p.m., show at 8:00 p.m.
Why: Experience Jorja Smith’s soulful melodies and Maverick Sabre’s dynamic performance in a night celebrating contemporary R&B and soul music.
How you might know them: Jorja Smith has collaborated with Childish Gambino and Drake. Plus, she boasts over 12 million monthly listeners on Spotify, and many of her songs have over 100 million streams,
How to go: Tickets are $56-$96 on Ticketmaster.
You can listen to Jorja Smith on Spotify, Apple Music, Soundcloud, and YouTube.
