Better on iPhonemodern · classicSign inAkon has no upcoming Boston-area shows listed. They last played July 23, 2026 at Xfinity Center.
Alioune Badara Akon Thiam, born April 16, 1977 in Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, known simply as Akon, is a Senegalese-American singer-songwriter, record producer, businessman, and philanthropist. He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of the singles "Locked Up" and "Lonely", from his debut album "Trouble". His second album, "Konvicted", earned him a Grammy Award nomination for the single Smack That featuring Eminem. His latest album, "Freedom", was released in 2008.
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Akon has played Boston twice on foobos since July 2026.
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