New Kids On The Block's 1989 Concert History

New Kids On The Block (NKOTB) is one of the earliest and most successful boy bands in history. Formed in 1984, the group has maintained a consistent lineup of brothers Jonathan and Jordan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood. After releasing five albums, including the chart-topping "Hangin' Tough" (1988) and "Step by Step (1990), the group disbanded in 1994. NKOTB reunited in 2008, releasing its sixth studio album "The Block" that year. Between 2010 and 2012, NKOTB toured with the Backstreet Boys as the joint group NKOTBSB. In 2013, New Kids on the Block released "10," its seventh and final studio album to date. In 2024, the group will headline the "Magic Summer Tour"

Date Concert Venue Location
Dec 29, 1989
New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino / Perfect Gentlemen Providence Civic Center Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Dec 19, 1989
New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
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Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Oakland, California, United States
Dec 17, 1989
New Kids On The Block / unknown artist / The Cover Girls
  Setlists
Great Western Forum Inglewood, California, United States
Dec 10, 1989
New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino

New Kids On The Block Holiday Tour

  Photos
Reunion Arena Dallas, Texas, United States
Dec 03, 1989
New Kids On The Block Civic Arena Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 02, 1989
New Kids on the Block The Palace of Auburn Hills Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States
Dec 01, 1989
New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino Allstate Arena Rosemont, Illinois, United States
Nov 27, 1989
New Kids on the Block / NKOTB Spectrum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 26, 1989
New Kids On The Block / Dino / Sweet Sensation
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The Spectrum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 24, 1989
New Kids On The Block

Hangin' Tough

Hersheypark Arena Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 23, 1989
Sweet Sensation / Dino / New Kids On The Block

New Kids On The Block at Madison Square Garden (November 23, 1989)

Madison Square Garden New York, New York, United States
Nov 19, 1989
New Kids On The Block Richfield Coliseum Richfield Township, Ohio, United States
Show Duplicate for Nov 19, 1989
Nov 18, 1989
New Kids On The Block / Sweet Sensation / Dino Riverfront Coliseum Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Nov 16, 1989
New Kids on the Block The Omni Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Nov 13, 1989
New Kids On The Block Meadowlands Arena East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
Oct 29, 1989
Smash Hits Poll Winners Party 1989
Kylie Minogue / New Kids On The Block / Neneh Cherry / Martika / BROS / Transvision Vamp / Jason Donovan / Sonia / Sydney Youngblood / Rebel MC / Big Fun
  Setlists
London Arena London, England, United Kingdom
Sep 12, 1989
New Kids on the Block Puyallup Fairgrounds Puyallup, Washington, United States
Sep 01, 1989
Tiffany / Tommy Page / New Kids On The Block

Tiffany, New Kids on the Block, Tommy Page

Grandstand Stage, Minnesota State Fair Falcon Heights, Minnesota, United States
Aug 26, 1989
New Kids On The Block / Tiffany / Tommy Page Cardinal Stadium, Kentucky State Fair & Expo Center Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Aug 22, 1989
New Kids On The Block Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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New Kids On The Block / Dino / Sweet Sensation on Nov 26, 1989 [757-small]

New Kids On The Block / Dino / Sweet Sensation
Nov 26, 1989
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [946-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [947-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [948-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [949-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [950-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [952-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [953-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [649-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 19, 1989 [049-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 19, 1989
 Oakland, California, United States
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New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino on Dec 10, 1989 [187-small]

New Kids On The Block / The Cover Girls / Dino
Dec 10, 1989
 Dallas, Texas, United States
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New Kids On The Block / Tiffany / Tommy Page on Jul 1, 1989 [190-small]

New Kids On The Block / Tiffany / Tommy Page
Jul 1, 1989
 Dallas, Texas, United States
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Who are the New Kids on the Block?

New Kids on the Block, or NKOTB, is an iconic American boy band that has become a pop culture icon. After disbanding in 1994, they reunited in 2008.

Who are the members of New Kids on the Block?

Current Members of New Kids on the Block include Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, Danny Wood, and brothers Jonathan and Jordan Knight. Past NKOTB members include Mark Wahlberg and Jamie Kelly.

How old are the New Kids on the Block?

The ages of current members of NKOTB are:

  • Donnie Wahlberg was born on August 17, 1969 and is 54 years old.
  • Jordan Knight was born on May 17, 1970, and is 53 years old.
  • Jonathan Knight was born on November 29, 1968 and is 55 years old.
  • Joey McIntyre was born on December 31, 1972, and is 51 years old.
  • Danny Wood was born on May 14, 1969, and is 54 years old.

When did New Kids on the Block come out?

New Kids on the Block was formed in 1984. Their debut single "Be My Girl" was released in 1986 and the band achieved international stardom in 1989 when singles from their second album Hangin’ Tough began receiving regular air play on radio stations and their music videos started playing regularly on MTV. Rolling Stone ranked their 1989 breakout number 16 in their 2012 list of Top 25 Teen Idol Breakout Moments.

Where are the New Kids on the Block now?

After disbanding in 1994, New Kids on the Block reunited in 2008 and are still going strong while each member of the band is flourishing in their own right:

  • Donnie Wahlberg has become a successful actor, playing a lead role as a NYC police detective in the TV drama "Blue Bloods."
  • Jordan Knight currently lives in Milton, Massachusetts and created a TV show called Farmhouse Fixer on HGTV.
  • Jonathan Knight hosts Farmhouse Fixer with his brother.
  • Danny Wood spends his time creating new content for his YouTube channel, The Wood Works.
  • Joey McIntyre is much less in the public eye and is living life as a father of three.

When were New Kids on the Block popular?

New Kids on the Block were most popular between 1984 and 1994. However, even after they disbanded, they remained popular and arguably inspired the boy band craze of the mid to late 1990s. They even created a short lived band with members of the Backstreet Boys between 2010 and 2012 called "NKOTBSB."

How much are New Kids on the Block tickets?

New Kids on the Block tickets can range anywhere from $24 at the Ball Arena in Colorado to over $4,000 for a suite at Canada's Scotiabank Arena.

What was the original name of New Kids on the Block?

The group originally called themselves "Nynuk," but the name was so cringe-worthy the members decided they had to find something else.

Who is gay in New Kids on the Block?

Jonathan Knight, the older Knight brother is gay. There was some controversy around Jonathan's sexuality. Some claimed he was trying to hide the fact that he was gay and that his outing was not by his own choice but the result of media reports about his sexuality.

Which Wahlberg was in New Kids on the Block?

Donnie Wahlberg is one of the founding members of New Kids on the Block, but Mark Wahlberg was also in the band for a few months when it first started.

How many concerts has New Kids On The Block had?

New Kids On The Block has had 840 concerts.

What genre is New Kids On The Block?

New Kids On The Block is most often considered to be Pop, Dance-Pop, Pop Rap, Teen Pop, Boy Band, West Coast Reggae, Modern Reggae, East Coast Reggae, and Boybands.

When is the next New Kids On The Block concert?

The next New Kids On The Block concert is on June 14, 2024 at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States. The bands performing are: New Kids On The Block / Paula Abdul / DJ Jazzy Jeff.

When was the last New Kids On The Block concert?

The last New Kids On The Block concert was on October 14, 2023 at Carnival Cruise Line - Carnival Conquest in Galveston, Texas, United States.

What setlist does New Kids On The Block play live?

The songs that New Kids On The Block performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the August 12, 2023 concert at Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa, United States:

  1. Crash
  2. Block Party
  3. My Favorite Girl
  4. Dirty Dancing
  5. Summertime
  6. Cover Girl
  7. You Got It (The Right Stuff)
  8. Remix (I Like the)
  9. This Is How We Do It / Games
  10. The Whisper / Shout / Shots
  11. Baby, I Believe in You
  12. I Remember When
  13. Funny Feeling
  14. I Need You
  15. I Wanna Be Loved by You
  16. Keep on Smilin'
  17. Tonight
  18. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun / Poison / I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) / You Shook me All Night Long / Pour Some Sugar on Me / Living on a Prayer
  19. Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time)
  20. Valentine Girl
  21. If You Go Away
  22. Please Don't Go Girl
  23. Step by Step / Push It
  24. I'll Be Loving You (Forever)
  25. Hangin' Tough / We Will Rock You

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