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Master Boot Record Announces North American Spring Tour 2026
12/19/2025, 12:38:17 PM
Tour Overview and Schedule
Italy-based computer metal band Master Boot Record is set to embark on a North American headlining tour in spring 2026. The tour will commence on April 24 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and conclude on May 30 in Brooklyn, New York. This tour follows their recent European performances alongside Igorrr and Imperial Triumphant. The band has expressed excitement about returning to familiar cities while also visiting several locations for the first time.
The tour will feature a full set, including new synced visuals and the track "Tenebre Rosso Sangue" by Keygen Church, which was previously performed during their European tour. Tickets for the tour are currently available for purchase.
Tour Dates
- April 24, 2026: Sonia – Cambridge, MA
- April 25, 2026: Piranha Bar – Montreal, QC
- April 27, 2026: Lee’s Palace – Toronto, ON
- April 28, 2026: Sanctuary – Hamtramck, MI
- April 29, 2026: The Foundry – Columbus, OH
- April 30, 2026: Reggies – Chicago, IL
- May 1, 2026: X-Ray Arcade – Milwaukee, WI
- May 2, 2026: Zhora Darling – Minneapolis, MN
- May 3, 2026: Slowdown – Omaha, NE
- May 5, 2026: HQ – Denver, CO
- May 7, 2026: Metro Music Hall – Salt Lake City, UT
- May 9, 2026: Rickshaw – Vancouver, BC
- May 10, 2026: Star Theater – Portland, OR
- May 12, 2026: El Corazon – Seattle, WA
- May 14, 2026: Café Colonial – Sacramento, CA
- May 15, 2026: DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA
- May 16, 2026: Zebulon – Los Angeles, CA
- May 17, 2026: Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
- May 19, 2026: The Rosetta Room – Mesa, AZ
- May 22, 2026: Empire Control Room – Austin, TX
- May 23, 2026: Siberia – New Orleans, LA
- May 24, 2026: Garden Club – Atlanta, GA
- May 26, 2026: Chapel Of Bones – Raleigh, NC
- May 27, 2026: Richmond Music Hall – Richmond, VA
- May 28, 2026: Metro Gallery – Baltimore, MD
- May 29, 2026: Underground Arts – Philadelphia, PA
- May 30, 2026: TV Eye – Queens, NY
Official Statements
Master Boot Record stated, "Computer metal strikes back in North America with a full coast-to-coast tour. We’ll return to many of the cities we’ve played before, while finally hitting several cities for the first time. We can’t wait to see you all."
Why It Matters
This tour marks a significant return for Master Boot Record to the North American music scene, showcasing their unique blend of metal and retro video game soundscapes. The band's performances are anticipated to attract both existing fans and new audiences, further solidifying their presence in the genre.
Criticism & Opposition
While the announcement has been met with enthusiasm from fans, some critics question the sustainability of the computer metal genre's appeal in a live setting, suggesting that the novelty may wear off over time.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
There are discrepancies regarding the final venue for the Brooklyn show, with some sources listing it as "The Meadows" while others refer to it as "TV Eye." This inconsistency may require clarification from the band or promoters as the tour date approaches.
