Louis Tomlinson - How Did We Get Here? World Tour

Louis Tomlinson brings his How Did We Get Here? World Tour to the Lanxess Arena in Cologne on April 2, 2026. The Doncaster-born singer, first known as a member of One Direction, now pursues a clear blend of pop and guitar-driven pop-rock as a solo artist: direct hooks, compact arrangements, and lyrics about relationships, loyalty, and his connection to his British roots.

With Walls (2020) he laid a foundation that connects to Britpop and alternative rock; Faith in the Future (2022) pushes that line further with a quicker pulse and noticeable indie-rock hues. Live, Tomlinson balances introspective moments with songs that move forward—carried by guitars, singalong choruses, and a no-frills band sound. The setlist mixes solo tracks from both albums and earlier singles so that nothing sounds nostalgic, yet everything remains coherent with his current direction. An evening that makes tangible his development from boy-band member to independent songwriter—on a large scale, but with a sense of intimacy.