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The Strumbellas Announce New EP And Headlining Tour
Fresh off a summer of electrifying festival appearances, acclaimed Canadian alternative rock band The Strumbellas are keeping the momentum going with the release of their brand-new single “Maybe It’s Me”, out now via Glassnote Records. The track follows their recent single “Hard Lines” and offers the second glimpse at their just-announced EP, Burning Bridges Into Dust, arriving October 24. Alongside the new music, the band has announced the 2025/26 headlining North American Into Dust tour with stops in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles, to name a few.
Produced by GRAMMY-nominated Chad Copelin (Sufjan Stevens, Christina Perri, Avril Lavigne, Train), “Maybe It’s Me” is a swirling mix of regret and hope, a late-night reflection on the moments that keep us awake, weighing heavy on the mind. Built on a rickety upright piano, roomy acoustic guitars, and Jimmy Chauveau’s plaintive vocal delivery, the song sways between vulnerability and release, echoing refrains like “Maybe it’s you / Maybe it’s me / Maybe it’s something I can’t see.”
“Sometimes our mind gets stuck on things,” the band shares. “Thoughts go around in a circle. Maybe it’s something we should have said last week, or something that went sideways years ago. ‘Maybe It’s Me’ is about this feeling, about being unable to break free from some moment that slipped from our grasp. A rickety upright piano and roomy acoustic guitars trace this regret, filling in the silence between singer Jimmy Chauveau’s mournful phrases. As often happens in a Strumbellas song, solace starts to creep in as the lonely early demo gets fleshed out and the joy of playing together bleeds into the track. By the end there’s a balance between remorse and hope for a future that could, in part, make up for the past.”
Whether it’s in a mini-van (that somehow contained six band members and a drum kit) or a tour bus, The Strumbellas don’t quit, criss-crossing countries and continents to bring music to their fans. Through thick and thin, the band keeps singing, writing, recording, and performing, and with Burning Bridges Into Dust they’re showing no signs of slowing down.
The upcoming EP marks a bold new chapter for The Strumbellas. Across its tracks, including “Hard Lines” and “Maybe It’s Me”, the band leans into their trademark mix of alt-rock grit and warmth, while experimenting with fresh sonic textures and storytelling approaches. Fans can expect the kind of stomping, sing-along hooks the band is known for, alongside moments of quiet introspection that reflect their evolution as songwriters and collaborators.
To bring the EP to life on stage, The Strumbellas will embark on their headlining North American Into Dust tour in the Winter of 2025 and Spring of 2026, including stops at iconic venues like History in Toronto, the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, Le Poisson Rouge in New York City, 3rd & Lindsley in Nashville, and The Regent in Los Angeles. Long celebrated for turning intimate and large halls alike into massive sing-alongs, the band is excited to greet fans both old and new.
Since forming in 2008 and releasing their debut album My Father and the Hunter in 2012, The Strumbellas have become known for their heartfelt lyrics and irresistible melodies that inspire stomping, clapping, and singing along. The two-time JUNO Award winners built their reputation on dynamic follow-ups including 2013’s We Still Move on Dance Floors, 2016’s breakout Hope, and 2019’s Rattlesnake, which cemented their place at the forefront of the alt-rock and alt-country scenes.
The Strumbellas’ hit single “Spirits” catapulted them to international fame, achieving 5x Platinum certification and earning Gold records in several countries, along with over 500 million streams to date. They topped the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart, won an iHeartRadio Music Award for Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist, and performed on some of television’s biggest stages, including Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and Late Night with Seth Meyers.
With “Hard Lines,” “Maybe It’s Me,” the forthcoming Burning Bridges Into Dust, and a tour across North America, The Strumbellas are once again proving why they remain one of the most compelling and beloved alternative bands of the past decade, and they’re just getting started.
Upcoming Shows
September 6, 2025 – Jasper, AB – Jasper Folk Fest
September 12, 2025 – London, ON – Rock the Runway
September 13, 2025 – Haverhill, MA – River Ruckus
November 13, 2025 – Waterloo, ON – Maxwell’s Concert Venue
November 14, 2025 – Toronto, ON – History
November 15, 2025 – Ottawa, ON – Bronson Centre
November 17, 2025 – Charlottetown, PEI – PEI Brewing Company
November 18, 2025 – Halifax, NS – Casino Nova Scotia
November 19, 2025 – Moncton, NB – Casino New Brunswick
November 21, 2025 – Montreal, QC – Beanfield Theatre
November 23, 2025 – Kingston, ON – Grand Theatre
November 26, 2025 – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre
November 27, 2025 – Regina, SK – Casino Regina
November 28, 2025 – Calgary, AB – The Palace Theatre
November 29, 2025 – Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall
December 1, 2025 – Kelowna, BC – Kelowna Community Theatre
December 3, 2025 – Nanaimo, BC – The Port Theatre
December 4, 2025 – Victoria, BC – Royal Theatre
December 5, 2025 – Courtenay, BC – Sid Williams Theatre
December 7, 2025 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom
February 18, 2026 – Boston, MA – The Wilbur
February 19, 2026 – New York, NY – Le Poisson Rouge
February 20, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA – Ardmore Music Hall
February 21, 2026 – Washington, DC – Lincoln Theater
February 24, 2026 – Atlanta, GA – The Loft at Center Stage
February 25, 2026 – Nashville, TN – 3rd & Lindsley
February 27, 2026 – Dallas, TX – The Kessler Theater
February 28, 2026 – Austin, TX – Scoot Inn
March 2, 2026 – Santa Fe, NM – The Lensic
March 3, 2026 – Phoenix, AZ – Van Buren
March 5, 2026 – San Diego, CA – Music Box
March 6, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA – The Regent
March 7, 2026 – San Francisco, CA – August Hall
March 9, 2026 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater
March 10, 2026 – Seattle, WA – The Crocodile
March 12, 2026 – Boise, ID – Knitting Factory
March 13, 2026 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex
March 14, 2026 – Denver, CO – Gothic Theater
March 15, 2026 – Fort Collins, CO – The Aggie Theater
March 18, 2026 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line
March 19, 2026 – Madison, WI – The Majestic
March 20, 2026 – Chicago, IL – HOB Chicago
March 21, 2026 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrews Hall
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Luke Combs Announces 12 New Stadium Shows for 2027 ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour’
Luke Combs is extending his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour into 2027, announcing 12 new stadium shows across the United States.
The new dates continue the tour that Combs launched in 2026, though fans can expect a different lineup of opening acts. Treaty Oak Revival, Avery Anna, Shenandoah and Wyatt McCubbin will join Combs at various stops throughout the 2027 run.
The tour takes its name from “My Kinda Saturday Night,” a song from Combs’ latest album, The Way I Am. The singer recently wrapped the 2026 leg with three sold-out performances at London’s Wembley Stadium.
For now, the 12 newly announced stadium concerts are the only dates listed on Combs’ official tour calendar. Tickets for all 12 shows go on sale August 21.
The announcement had been teased throughout the week, with several venues revealing details before Combs officially announced the dates on Thursday morning.
The limited schedule reflects a shift in how Combs is approaching life on the road. With three young children — ages four, nearly three and six months — the singer has spoken about putting more time aside for his family. The days of spending most of the week away from home may be becoming less common for the country star.
That does not mean Combs is stepping away from the stage. Every 2027 date announced so far is scheduled at a football stadium with a capacity of at least 60,000 people.
The strategy is similar to one adopted by several major country artists in recent years, including Morgan Wallen: fewer shows in much larger venues. Rather than spending months on the road playing arenas and smaller venues, Combs can reach a large audience with a limited number of performances.
For fans, that makes each stop a bigger event. For Combs, it offers a way to keep touring while spending more time at home with his family.
Tickets go on sale August 21.
Tour Dates for Luke Combs 2027 ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour’:
April 3 — Arlington, Texas @ AT&T Stadium
April 10 — Minneapolis, Minn. @ U.S. Bank Stadium
April 17 — Detroit, Mich. @ Ford Field
April 24 — Philadelphia, Pa. @ Lincoln Financial Field
May 1 — Foxborough, Mass. @ Gillette Stadium
May 8 — Pittsburgh, Pa. @ Acrisure Stadium
May 15 — Kansas City, Mo. @ Arrowhead Stadium
May 29 — Edmonton, Alb. Canada @ Commonwealth Stadium
June 5 — Vancouver, B.C. Canada @ BC Place
June 12 — Boise, Idaho @ Albertsons Stadium
June 19 — Denver, Colo. @ Empower Field at Mile High
June 26 — San Diego, Calif. @ Petco Park
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Steve Lacy Announces 27-Date Fall Tour Behind Oh Yeah?
Steve Lacy is hitting the road this fall with a 27-date tour in support of his upcoming album, Oh Yeah?
The tour kicks off September 27 in Minneapolis and will take Lacy across North America, with stops planned in Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago and New York. The run will wrap up in Vancouver.
Oh Yeah? marks Lacy’s first album since 2022’s Gemini Rights, the record that helped further establish him as one of R&B and alternative music’s most distinctive voices. The new album features appearances from SZA, Erykah Badu and Cecile Believe.
The upcoming tour will be Lacy’s first major run since the 2022 Give You the World Tour, which supported Gemini Rights. Four years later, he is set to return to the stage with new material and a string of dates across North America.
Steve Lacy Oh Yeah? Tour Dates:
09-27 Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
09-30 Chicago, IL – Aragon Ballroom
10-03 Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill
10-05 Toronto, Ontario – Coca-Cola Coliseum
10-06 Laval, Quebec – Place Bell
10-10 New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
10-13 Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
10-15 Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
10-18 Washington, DC – The Anthem
10-20 Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome by Rutter Mills
10-22 Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
10-23 Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
10-26 Miami, FL – FPL Solar Amphitheatre
10-28 Tampa, FL – Yuengling Center
10-30 Atlanta, GA – Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
11-02 Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
11-05 Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
11-07 Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park
11-08 Houston, TX – Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land
11-11 Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
11-13 Las Vegas, NV – The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
11-17 Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
11-19 San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square at Petco Park
11-21 Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
11-24 San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
11-28 Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater
11-30 Vancouver, British Columbia – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre