Jill Scott Bans Cellphones At Her Upcoming Tour
The neo-soul icon isn’t allowing devices at her shows when the ‘To Whom It May Concern Tour’ kicks off in June.
Jill Scott performs onstage during Night 2 of the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture at Caesars Superdome on July 5, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Jill Scott is getting set to embark on her first headlining tour in five years, she’s laying down some ground rules. The neosoul icon’s To Whom This May Concern Tour will be kicking off on June 4 in Nashville, but fans should be prepared: According to CBS News, the singer-songwriter has made it clear that she does not want cellphones out during her performances. Scott has reportedly banned phones and other devices.
“Phones and other recording devices, including smart glasses, will be prohibited at the R&B legend's concerts,” reads an Instagram post from CBS News Philadelphia. “[Scott] requested the restriction so fans can enjoy the shows with a phone-free experience, according to Ticketmaster.”
A post about the tour on Ticketmaster’s website reads:
“Use of cellphones or recording devices (including smart glasses) will not be permitted in the performance space. Upon arrival at the venue, all phones and recording accessories will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Anyone seen using a non-permitted device during the performance will be escorted out of the venue. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience.”
Scott has yet to comment publicly on the ban.
To Whom This May Concern is a global trek throughout the summer and fall, which will be traveling through major U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Oakland, Washington D.C. and Scott’s hometown of Philadelphia. The European leg kicks off in September, and the tour concludes with two South African dates in early November.
Jill Scott released her sixth studio album, To Whom This May Concern, in February.
