Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner Announce Co-Headlining Tour for 2026

Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner are set to embark on a co-headlining tour in 2026, named the "Double Trouble Double Vision Tour." The tour will feature 19 shows, commencing on July 23 at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Atlanta, Georgia, and concluding on August 29 at the Walmart AMP in Rogers, Arkansas. Fans can expect to hear classic hits from both bands, including Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Sweet Home Alabama," "Simple Man," and "Free Bird," alongside Foreigner's "Double Vision," "Hot Blooded," and "Cold as Ice."

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Johnny Van Zant, the lead singer of Lynyrd Skynyrd, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “I’ve always been a fan, and I believe the audience will love this tour.” Notably, the tour will not include any original band members, as the last original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Gary Rossington, passed away in 2023.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd continues to perform with longtime members such as Johnny Van Zant and guitarist Rickey Medlocke, alongside newer additions like Alabama guitarist Damon Johnson. Johnson addressed critics of the current lineup, emphasizing that dedicated fans appreciate the continuation of the band's legacy.

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Foreigner's lineup features singer Luis Maldonado, bassist Jeff Pilson, and keyboard player Michael Bluestein. Mick Jones, the founding guitarist, remains an official member despite being sidelined due to Parkinson’s disease. Lou Gramm, the original lead singer, has reunited with Foreigner for select performances but will not participate in this tour. Jeff Pilson remarked on the excitement of touring with Skynyrd, promising “iconic songs” and “dueling guitars.”

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Both Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner are celebrated members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, with Skynyrd inducted in 2006 and Foreigner in 2024. The tour represents a significant event for fans of classic rock, particularly in the Southern United States, where both bands have a storied history of performances. Although there are no scheduled concerts in Alabama, the tour will include stops in cities such as Charlotte, North Carolina; Bristol, Virginia; and Dallas and Houston, Texas.

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Despite the excitement surrounding the tour, some critics have expressed skepticism regarding the absence of original members. Damon Johnson addressed this by stating that many diehard fans are grateful for the music's continuation, contrasting the negativity from some detractors. Lou Gramm also praised the current lineup of Foreigner, affirming their ability to represent the band's legacy effectively.

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Tickets for the "Double Trouble Double Vision Tour" will go on sale on November 21, following a series of presales. While ticket prices have not yet been announced, an artist presale code has been shared via social media.

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• “I’m excited to share the stage with Foreigner and hear all their amazing hits,“ Johnny Van Zant, Skynyrd’s lead singer, said via a news release.” — Johnny Van Zant, Lead Singer of Lynyrd Skynyrd

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• “But they’re so busy being negative that they’re not listening.” — Damon Johnson, Guitarist

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• “They’re a fine band, and they represent who Foreigner was and is in an exemplary manner,” — Lou Gramm, Original Lead Singer of Foreigner

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