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Foo Fighters Announce 2026 Stadium Tour
Time to start training for your local rock and roll marathon: Foo Fighters have confirmed their first stadium tour since the massive 2023-2024 Everything or Nothing at All run that sold out football and baseball fields the world over. Kicking off August 4 at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, the new tour will see Foo Fighters bringing the maximum volume euphoria of the band’s recent surprise US club gigs and overseas outdoor / arena spectaculars to a total of 12 North American cities, concluding (for now) September 26 at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium.
Queens of the Stone Age will be direct support on all dates except September 12 in Fargo.
General on sale for all shows is Friday, October 31 at 10am local time. Don’t sleep on information re: tickets, pre-sales and more at foofighters.com
If that’s not enough good news for you, today sees the release of new Foo Fighters song “Asking for a Friend.” Featuring a decidedly darker melodic approach than the smash hit “Today’s Song,” “Asking for a Friend” ratchets up the energy and intensity of its predecessor in favor of hypnotic opening verses that build and explode into impassioned refrains of “What is real? I’m asking for a friend…” By the time the song’s final breakneck rave-up screeches to a halt with a throat-shredding “Or is this the end?”, FF fans of all ages will find themselves joyfully bludgeoned into submission.
Dave Grohl wrote at length about inspiration for the new music and upcoming tour, in a post that read in part:
“Since our return to the stage in San Luis Obispo five weeks ago, we have been reminded of why we love and are forever devoted to doing this Foo Fighters thing. From reuniting as a band and staring at a list of 30 years worth of songs to brush off, to reimagining versions with the incredible blessing of the one and only Ilan Rubin behind the drums, to reconnecting with our amazing fans and blasting them with everything we’ve got (no matter the size of the venue) because we would not be here without them, we have the most solid core. And the sun is finally rising over the horizon.
What better way to share the view than with close friends?
In 1992 I first saw the legendary Kyuss perform at the Off Ramp in Seattle and met Mr. Josh Homme. The band were friends of a friend, and before long their album Blues for the Red Sun became the soundtrack to that summer. 33 years later and with many miles behind us, I have shared some of my life’s most rewarding musical moments with my dear friend, Josh. A lifelong bond that goes far beyond the sound we’ve made together. So it is with great happiness that we can share this next chapter together with his almighty Queens of the Stone Age.
Take cover.
But none of this would be complete without new music to share from Pat, Nate, Chris, Rami, Ilan and I. ‘Asking for a Friend’ is a song for those who have waited patiently in the cold, relying on hope and faith for their horizon to appear. Searching for ‘proof’ when hanging by a wish until the sun shines again.
One of many songs to come…”
To read the full statement, go to https://FooFighters.lnk.to/DG-TakeCover
Many more shows to come as well — keep an eye out for impending announcements and sign up to the mailing list at: foofighters.com to stay inFFormed.
Foo Fighters are Dave Grohl, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear, Chris Shiflett, Rami Jaffee and Ilan Rubin.
FOO FIGHTERS
2026 Stadium Tour
August 4 — Toronto ON — Rogers Stadium
August 6 — Detroit MI — Ford Field
August 8 — Chicago IL — Soldier Field
August 10 — Cleveland OH — Huntington Bank Field
August 13 — Philadelphia PA — Lincoln Financial Field
August 15 — Nashville TN — Nissan Stadium
August 17 — Washington DC — Nationals Park
September 12 — Fargo ND — Fargodome
September 15 — Regina SK — Mosaic Stadium
September 17 — Edmonton AB — Commonwealth Stadium
September 20 — Vancouver BC — BC Place
September 26 — Las Vegas NV — Allegiant Stadium
Fans can sign up for Artist Presales now through Sunday, October 26 at 11:59pm PT.
If you are already on Foo Fighters Newsletter, sign up using the same email address at https://livemu.sc/foofighterslist for first access to tickets during the Newsletter Artist Presale. Tickets will be available beginning on Tuesday, October 28 at 10am local time
If you are not signed up to Foo Fighters Newsletter, sign up at https://livemu.sc/foofighters for access to the General Artist Presale. General Artist Presale begins on Wednesday, October 29 at 10am local time.
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Jason Aldean & Luke Bryan Announce Additional Stadium Headline Dates: The “DOUBLE DOWN TOUR 2026”
Reigning ACM Artist of the Decade Jason Aldean and five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan today announced the “DOUBLE DOWN TOUR 2026,” an expansion of co-headlining stadium dates set to kick off this August. The tour adds four additional concerts in 2026 following their sold-out UGA Sanford Stadium show last week (4/25) that reunited the Georgia natives in front of 63,000 fans. Watch a recap of the tour date here. Openers Gavin Adcock, Dasha, Chase Matthew, Jon Pardi, Dylan Scott, and Lauren Watkins have been added as support across select dates, listed below. Openers Dee Jay Silver & DJ Rock are across all dates. The tour is promoted by Live Nation.
Both Aldean’s and Bryan’s fan club members will have ticket presales starting Wednesday, May 6, at 10 AM local time and continuing through Thursday, May 7 at 10 PM local time, followed by local team presales starting Thursday, May 7, at 10 AM local time. Tickets to the public go on sale Friday, May 8, at 10 AM local time. Tickets are available at JasonAldean.com and LukeBryan.com.
“If our time in Georgia was a barometric measurement of what’s ahead, these shows with Jason will make it one of the best touring years of my life. And the fans will hopefully feel the same way,” shared Bryan.
“Luke and I have each been at this, career-wise and as friends, for over twenty years, and have gotten to hit a lot of milestones along the way. We’ve gotten to share the stage plenty of times over the years, and playing UGA was just a preview of what’s coming for the rest of these shows,” shared Aldean.
The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, exclusive access to a backstage tour, invitation to the pre-show VIP Tailgate Lounge, VIP-exclusive gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
DOUBLE DOWN TOUR DATES:
August 1 Missoula, MT Washington-Grizzly Stadium + =+
August 16 San Diego, CA PETCO Park * +
August 20 Washington, DC Nationals Park = **
December 11 Las Vegas, NV Allegiant Stadium xx +
Openers include *Gavin Adcock, **Dasha, +Chase Matthew, xxJon Pardi, =Dylan Scott, and =+Lauren Watkins.
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Aldean released his latest studio album, Songs About Us, last week (4/24). The album features the Georgia native’s 31st career #1, “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” as well as his current Top 15 radio single, “Don’t Tell On Me,” the album’s title track, “Songs About Us” with Luke Bryan, and more, totaling 20 new songs that have been praised as his “best album in a decade” (Entertainment Focus). Having cemented his status as one of the format’s most consistent hitmakers, ACM Artist of the Decade Aldean’s latest studio album Songs About Us follow’s Aldean’s career-spanning collection 30 Number One Hits, which debuted last year at No. 4 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart — marking Aldean’s 13th Top 10 country album in 20 years. Known for his electrifying live shows and breakout crossover hits, Aldean is set to hit the road for his “Songs About Us” Tour in July following his Full Throttle World Tour, which marked his first ever headlining run in New Zealand as well as his historic headlining return to Australia.
Luke will wrap his ninth season as a celebrity judge on American Idol alongside Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie on May 11, and he will kick off his headline “Word On The Street Tour” on May 29. Since the start of his career, Luke has garnered more than 27 billion global streams, 12 million global album sales, and more than 48 million track sales worldwide, with 32 #1 singles. He became a SoundExchange Hall of Fame recipient as one of the most-streamed artists in the organization’s 20-year history. He has received more than 50 music awards, including Most Heard Artist of the Decade, Artist/Songwriter of the Year, Artist Humanitarian, and an ACM Lifting Lives Award honoring his devotion to improving lives through the power of music.
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Foster the People Announce “Good Mourning Sunshine” North American 2026 Tour
Foster the People have announced their “Good Mourning Sunshine” North American 2026 Tour, bringing their signature blend of indie pop and electrifying live energy to cities across the U.S. and Canada this fall, with support from Goth Babe and The Beaches on select dates.
Promoted by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on September 9 at Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, making stops in New York, Chicago, Toronto, Seattle, Boston, Washington DC, Nashville, Atlanta, Austin, and Houston, among others, before wrapping up in Los Angeles at the Greek Theatre on October 23.
Foster the People’s latest album Paradise State of Mind marked a major milestone for the band, earning their third Top 10 on Billboard’s Album Sales chart and widespread critical acclaim from outlets including Billboard, NME, AP News, Forbes, Clash Magazine, and Consequence. In 2025, the band brought the record to life on a sold-out global tour spanning North America, Europe, the UK, and Latin America. Building on that momentum, Foster the People recently debuted a brand new live show at Coachella, one they’ll bring across North America on the “Good Mourning Sunshine” tour this fall. Featuring stunning visuals, the production transports audiences through a 1950s-inspired utopia that slowly unravels into a psychedelic dream – a commentary on today’s state of the world that is as arresting as it is thought-provoking.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with Citi presale (details below) beginning on Tuesday, May 5 at 8am local time followed by an artist presale on Tuesday, May 5 at 10 am local time. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning on Friday, May 8 at 10am local time via fosterthepeople.com.
ARTIST PRESALE: To register for artist presale, please visit fosterthepeople.com.
CITI PRESALE: Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, May 8 at 8am local time until Thursday, May 7 at 11:59 pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.
GOOD MOURNING SUNSHINE 2026 TOUR DATES:
Thu, Jul 9 – Calgary, AB – Roundup MusicFest =
Wed, Sep 9 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre*
Fri, Sep 11 – Berkeley, CA – The Greek Theatre*=
Sat, Sep 12 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater*
Tue, Sep 15 – Vancouver, BC – Freedom Mobile Arch*
Wed, Sep 16 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater*
Fri, Sep 18 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Plaza at America First Field*
Sat, Sep 19 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater*
Tue, Sep 22 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre^
Thu, Sep 24 – Kansas City, MO – Starlight Theatre*
Fri, Sep 25 – Louisville, KY – Bourbon & Beyond Festival =
Sat, Sep 26 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island*
Mon, Sep 28 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory*
Tue, Sep 29 – Milwaukee, WI – Landmark Credit Union Live*
Wed, Sep 30 – St. Louis, MO – Saint Louis Music Park*
Fri, Oct 2 – Detroit, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre*
Sat, Oct 3 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre*
Sun, Oct 4 – Pittsburgh, PA – Citizens Live at The Wylie*
Tue, Oct 6 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway*
Wed, Oct 7 – Washington, DC – The Anthem*
Thu, Oct 8 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center*
Sat, Oct 10 – New York, NY – Forest Hills Stadium*
Sun, Oct 11 – Philadelphia, PA – Skyline Stage at Highmark Mann*
Tue, Oct 13 – Nashville, TN – The Truth*
Wed, Oct 14 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy*
Fri, Oct 16 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park*
Sat, Oct 17 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall*
Sun, Oct 18 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory*
Wed, Oct 21 – San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square at Petco Park*
Wed, Oct 23 – Los Angeles, CA – Greek Theatre*=
Support Key
*Goth Babe
^The Beaches
= Non Live Nation Date