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The Black Queen Announces 2026 North American Tour for "Fever Daydream" Anniversary
2/19/2026, 12:34:43 PM
Tour Overview and Significance
The Black Queen, a darkwave and synthpop band led by Greg Puciato and Steven Ryan Alexander, is set to embark on a North American tour in Spring 2026 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut album, *Fever Daydream*. This tour marks the band's first live performances since 2019 and will commence on May 8 in Portland, Oregon, concluding on June 6 in Dallas, Texas. The tour will feature performances of all ten tracks from *Fever Daydream*, alongside selections from their sophomore album, *Infinite Games*.
Puciato reflected on the band's hiatus, stating, “A lot of things ended up on the front burner and suddenly seven years had gone by, and 10 years since *Fever Daydream*’s release. Fever Daydream was really special and we know it meant a lot to fans as well.” He expressed enthusiasm about reconnecting with their audience and hinted at the possibility of introducing new material during the tour.
Tour Dates and Locations
The tour will cover several major cities across North America, with the following confirmed dates and venues:
- May 8: Portland, OR @ Star Theater
- May 9: Denver, CO @ The Federal Theatre
- May 14: San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge
- May 16: Los Angeles, CA @ Catch One
- May 17: Boston, MA @ Sonia (at Middle East)
- May 22: New York, NY @ Le Poisson Rouge
- May 23: Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar
- May 24: Detroit, MI @ The Magic Bag
- May 27: Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Fairmount
- May 28: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace
- May 29: Cleveland, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge
- May 30: Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge
- June 4: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell)
- June 5: Austin, TX @ Elysium
- June 6: Dallas, TX @ AM/FM
Official Statements & Responses
In a press release, Puciato emphasized the importance of *Fever Daydream* to the band and its fans, stating, “So we figured let’s get some grease on us and get some of that mojo back before releasing our third album.” This sentiment underscores the band's desire to reconnect with their audience after a prolonged absence.
Criticism & Opposition
While the announcement has been met with excitement from fans, some critics have pointed out the absence of Josh Eustis, who contributed to the band's previous albums. The lack of his involvement in the upcoming tour raises questions about the band's evolving lineup and sound.
What's Next
As the tour approaches, general ticket sales are scheduled to begin on February 20, 2026, at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. Fans are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to experience the band's live performance of *Fever Daydream* in its entirety, along with potential new material.
