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Upcoming Tours Highlight Major Acts in 2026
9/3/2025, 2:06:35 PM
Def Leppard's UK and EU Tour Announcement
Def Leppard, renowned as the UK's Greatest Arena Rock Band, has announced a series of UK and European tour dates for June and July 2026. This tour will feature special guests Extreme and marks the band's first headline solo shows in the region since their sold-out tour alongside Mötley Crüe in 2023. The 2023 tour was a significant success, selling over 2.1 million tickets across 27 countries and five continents. The upcoming tour includes eleven dates, with notable performances at The O2 in London and the Utilita Arena in Sheffield. Joe Elliott, the band's frontman, expressed enthusiasm for returning to their home crowd, promising a new show filled with surprises and classic hits.
Confirmed Tour Dates for Def Leppard
- September 7, 2025: Radio 2 In The Park, Chelmsford, UK
- October 11, 2025: Hard Rock Casino, Northern Indiana, USA
- February 3-28, 2026: The Colosseum, Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, USA
- June 13 - July 30, 2026: Various locations across the UK and Europe
The Brian Jonestown Massacre's Redemption Tour
The Brian Jonestown Massacre is set to return to Australia and New Zealand in March 2026, nearly three years after their previous tour ended in controversy. The band's last attempt in November 2023 was marred by an onstage altercation between frontman Anton Newcombe and guitarist Ryan Van Kriedt, leading to the cancellation of the remaining tour dates. The upcoming tour aims to showcase highlights from their back catalogue, including material from their latest album, *The Future Is Your Past*, and new singles. The tour will feature support from Swedish band Les Big Byrd.
Confirmed Tour Dates for The Brian Jonestown Massacre
- March 17, 2026: Powerstation, Auckland, NZ
- March 19, 2026: Enmore Theatre, Sydney, NSW
- March 20, 2026: King St, Newcastle, NSW
- March 21, 2026: The Tivoli, Brisbane, QLD
- March 22, 2026: The Gov, Adelaide, SA
- March 26, 2026: Odeon Theatre, Hobart, TAS
- March 27, 2026: Northcote Theatre, Melbourne, VIC
- March 29, 2026: Theatre Royal, Castlemaine, VIC
- March 31, 2026: Magnet House, Perth, WA
Shonen Knife's U.S. Tour and Album Release
Japanese punk band Shonen Knife is gearing up for their *Everybody Happy* U.S. Tour, which marks their first North American dates since 2019. The tour coincides with the release of the *Our Best Place (Expanded Edition)* on September 19, 2025. This edition will be available on vinyl and features new songs alongside the original album's tracks. The band is also reissuing their debut cassette, *Minna Tanoshiku*, which will be available exclusively at their concerts.
Confirmed Tour Dates for Shonen Knife
- September 20, 2025: Buffalo, NY - Music is Art Festival
- September 21, 2025: Boston, MA - Sonia
- September 24 - October 26, 2025: Various locations across the U.S.
Conclusion
These upcoming tours highlight the continued popularity and resilience of major music acts as they prepare to engage with fans across various regions in 2026. Each band is set to deliver unique performances, showcasing both classic hits and new material, promising memorable experiences for concertgoers.
