Rico Nasty Announces Headlining Tour and New Album 'RX' Dropping July 24

Rico Nasty is making a major comeback in 2026 with her highly anticipated new album RX and a stacked headlining tour. The Maryland rapper, known for her explosive "sugar trap" sound and genre-bending energy, revealed the project on her official channels, reuniting with longtime collaborator Kenneth Blume (formerly Kenny Beats). Rico Nasty Announces Headlining Tour!

Rico Nasty Announces Headlining Tour

RX arrives on July 24, 2026, and serves as a return to Rico’s signature high-energy style following her 2025 rap-rock album Lethal. Lead single “Cupcake” is already out and generating buzz with its playful yet fierce vibe.

Rico Nasty RX Album Details

• Release Date: July 24, 2026

• Producer: Primarily Kenneth Blume

• Tracklist:

  1. CDG Foams

  2. Frenzy

  3. Rotation

  4. Cupcake

  5. Blow Your Nose

  6. Runway

  7. Butthead

  8. Kiss N Make Up

  9. Rituals

     
     

Fans can presave the album now via Rico’s official links.

Rico Nasty 2026 Tour Dates (RX Tour)

Rico Nasty’s headlining tour kicks off in late August and runs alongside select supporting dates for Hayley Williams. Here’s the full list of announced dates:

Headlining Shows (Bold in sources):

• Aug 29, 2026 — Chreece Festival 2026 — Indianapolis, IN

• Aug 30, 2026 — Red Flag — St. Louis, MO

• Sep 1, 2026 — FIVE — Jacksonville, FL

• Sep 3, 2026 — Jannus Live — Saint Petersburg, FL

• Sep 13, 2026 — Knockdown Center — Brooklyn, NY (additional NYC-area headline show)

  
  

Supporting Hayley Williams:

• Sep 3 — iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre — West Palm Beach, FL

• Sep 5 — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Alpharetta, GA

• Sep 6 — Credit One Stadium — Charleston, SC

• Sep 8 — Truliant Amphitheater — Charlotte, NC

• Sep 9 — Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek — Raleigh, NC

  
  

Additional dates are expected through October. Artist presale began July 8, with general onsale on July 10. Grab tickets via RicoNasty.com, Ticketmaster, or Live Nation.

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Rico Nasty Artist FAQ - Rico Nasty Announces Headlining Tour

Who is Rico Nasty? Rico Nasty (real name Maria-Cecilia Simone Kelly) was born on May 7, 1997, in Largo, Maryland. She is a rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her bold, aggressive style blending trap, punk, and electronic elements. She gained early fame on SoundCloud with tracks like “iCarly” and “Hey Arnold,” and broke through with hits such as “Smack a Bitch.”

What is her signature sound? Often described as “sugar trap,” Rico mixes sweet melodies with hard-hitting, rage-filled delivery. She has evolved into punk-rap and rap-rock territory in recent years.

Key Albums & Milestones:

• Nasty (2018)

• Nightmare Vacation (2020)

• Las Ruinas (2022)

• Lethal (2025, Fueled by Ramen debut)

• RX (2026)

  
  

Has she acted? Yes — Rico made her acting debut in the Apple TV+ series Margot’s Got Money Troubles.

Where to follow her?

• Official Site: riconasty.com

• Instagram: @riconasty

• YouTube: Rico Nasty VEVO / Official Channel

  
  

Must-Watch Rico Nasty YouTube Videos

• Rico Nasty - Cupcake (Official Music Video) — The fresh lead single from RX.

• Search Rico Nasty’s official channel for “Rituals,” live performances, and older classics like “Smack a Bitch.”

  
  

Rico Nasty continues to push boundaries and excite fans with her unapologetic energy. RX and the accompanying tour are set to be highlights of her career — don’t miss out on tickets or the album drop!

This article was last updated July 2026. Tour dates subject to change — check official sources for the latest info.