Kris Allen

Though he’s part of the soon to be dismantled long reign of White Guys with Guitars that took over the once-popular singing competition American Idol, Kris Allen will always be that class’s most endearingly sweet. Three years ago, the season eight winner beat out Freddie Mercury-style showstopper Adam Lambert with his boy-next-door half-smile and a feel-good sound ripped straight from the Book of Mraz. In concert, don’t be surprised if he steals your heart as swiftyly as he did America’s.

Wed., May 1, 8 p.m., 2013