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Pallbearer Announces 2026 North American Tour for "Foundations of Burden"
1/23/2026, 12:34:59 PM
Tour Announcement and Context
Pallbearer, the American doom metal band, has announced an extensive North American tour in 2026 to celebrate the rerelease of their influential 2014 album, "Foundations of Burden." This tour will feature the band performing the album in its entirety, with support from the band Knoll on select dates. The announcement follows the successful remix and reissue of "Foundations of Burden" in 2025, which the band describes as a significant milestone in their career.
Background on "Foundations of Burden"
The original recording of "Foundations of Burden" was marked by chaotic circumstances, including limited resources and technical difficulties. Bassist and vocalist Joseph D. Rowland reflected on the challenges faced during the album's creation, noting that the band had no dedicated practice space and struggled with equipment issues. The recording process was fraught with file corruption and budget constraints, leading to a final product that lacked some of the nuance the band had aimed for. Rowland stated, "We were relieved to get those massive and difficult mixes turned into finished songs just in time, but not without a nagging thought; we had to sacrifice much of the nuance we had spent so much time crafting."
Reconstruction of the Album
In 2025, Pallbearer undertook the task of reconstructing "Foundations of Burden" from the original sessions, incorporating new mixes and mastering. This effort allowed the band to present the album with a fresh perspective, reflecting their growth and understanding of the music over the years. Rowland emphasized the importance of this revisitation, stating, "The songs have grown with us... we also gained a fuller understanding of how we would want to re-present them if we had a chance."
Tour Dates and Locations
The 2026 tour will kick off on February 19 in Oklahoma City, OK, and will include stops in various cities across the Northeast and Midwest. Key dates include:
- February 19: Oklahoma City, OK - Resonant Head
- February 20: Tulsa, OK - Vanguard
- February 21: Springfield, MO - Regency Live
- February 22: Fayetteville, AR - George's Majestic Lounge
- March 5: St. Louis, MO - Off Broadway
- April 18: Brooklyn, NY - Elsewhere
- April 23: Knoxville, TN - Pilot Light
Tickets for the tour will go on sale on January 23 at 10 a.m. local time.
Official Statements
Pallbearer expressed their excitement about the upcoming performances, stating, "Revisiting the record last year was invigorating, and presenting it all on stage... was such a blast for us." The band is eager to share their reimagined work with fans, highlighting the significance of "Foundations of Burden" in their musical journey.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The band comments: "It's no secret that we're passionate about 'Foundations Of Burden'.” — Joseph D. Rowland, Bassist/Vocalist, Pallbearer
- “The songs have grown with us.” — Joseph D. Rowland, Bassist/Vocalist, Pallbearer
- “Its form did not unfold according to the original version as the numerous file corruptions, delays, and exhausted studio budget compounded into a final feverish push to finish the mix. We were relieved to get those massive and difficult mixes turned into finished songs just in time, but not without a nagging thought; we had to sacrifice much of the nuance we had spent so much time crafting.” — Joseph D. Rowland, Bassist/Vocalist, Pallbearer
This tour marks a pivotal moment for Pallbearer as they celebrate their past while showcasing their evolution as artists.
