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Korn Announces 2026 Latin American Tour with Spiritbox and Seven Hours After Violet
10/14/2025, 2:41:31 PM
Tour Details and Itinerary
Korn, the influential nu-metal band, has announced their first Latin American tour for 2026, set to take place throughout May. The tour will feature support from the bands Spiritbox and Seven Hours After Violet, a new project led by System of a Down bassist Shavo Odadjian. The tour kicks off on May 2 in Bogotá, Colombia, and concludes on May 19 in Mexico City, Mexico. The complete itinerary includes performances in several major cities:
- May 2 - Bogotá, Colombia @ Coliseo Medplus
- May 5 - Lima, Peru @ Costa 21
- May 8 - Santiago, Chile @ Parque Estadio Nacional
- May 10 - Buenos Aires, Argentina @ Parque Sarmiento
- May 13 - Asunción, Paraguay @ Jockey Club
- May 16 - São Paulo, Brazil @ Allianz Parque
- May 19 - Mexico City, Mexico @ Palacio de los Deportes
Pre-sales for tickets will begin on October 14 for fans who sign up on Korn's official website, with general sales starting on October 16 for most locations and October 17 for the Mexico City show.
Background and Context
Korn recently completed their 2025 touring schedule, which included performances at various festivals across Europe and North America, as well as a headlining set at the Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, California. Their most recent album, *Requiem*, was released in 2022, and the band has been actively discussing new music, indicating a return to recording methods that involve using tape, which they believe adds a unique energy to their work.
Official Statements & Responses
Korn expressed their enthusiasm for returning to Latin America, stating, “Latin America – we are excited for our return in 2026 for shows with Spiritbox and Seven Hours After Violet.” They encouraged fans to sign up for early access to tickets, emphasizing the importance of this tour in their ongoing engagement with their audience.
Criticism & Opposition
While the announcement has been met with excitement from fans, some critics have pointed out the challenges of touring during a time when global events may impact attendance and logistics. Concerns regarding the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic factors in various Latin American countries have been raised, although no specific dissenting voices were noted in the sources.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Latin America – we are excited for our return in 2026 for shows with Spiritbox and Seven Hours After Violet,” — Korn
- “The guy gives us a thumbs up in the window, and we start playing. And all of us are locked in. And if we don't get it right, we rewind the tape and we do it again. It takes more commitment. It's, like, this is how we used to make records. So there's an energy to it that, I think, we like,” — James "Munky" Shaffer
Korn's 2026 Latin American tour promises to be a significant event for fans in the region, marking their return after a period of absence and showcasing new music alongside established hits.
