Sigh Announces First U.S. Tour in Nearly Two Decades

Japanese experimental extreme metal band Sigh is set to return to the United States for their first tour in nearly 20 years, beginning with the Fire in the Mountains festival in Montana from July 23-26, 2026. The tour will include additional performances in Seattle, Portland, Sacramento, Berkeley, and Los Angeles, with progressive metal band Dreadnought from Denver, Colorado, serving as the supporting act.

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The tour will kick off at the Fire in the Mountains festival, which is known for its immersive heavy music experience set against the backdrop of Glacier National Park. Following the festival, Sigh will perform at the following venues:

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• July 26: Seattle, WA - El Corazon

Sigh announce first U.S. tour in almost 18 years

• July 28: Portland, OR - Star Theater

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years

• July 29: Sacramento, CA - Cafe Colonial

Sigh announce first U.S. tour in almost 18 years

• July 30: Berkeley, CA - Cornerstone

Sigh announce first U.S. tour in almost 18 years

• July 31: Los Angeles, CA - 1720

Sigh announce first U.S. tour in almost 18 years

The festival will feature a diverse lineup, including acts such as 16 Horsepower, Enslaved, Baroness, and Yob, showcasing a range of genres from atmospheric black metal to doom and experimental soundscapes.

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Frontman Mirai Kawashima expressed his enthusiasm for the tour, stating, “I am really excited that Sigh are finally touring the US again. We played at some US festivals, but the last 'tour' was in 2008, so this is going to be the first US tour in nearly 2 decades! I am 100% sure that now we have the strongest line-up ever during our 36-year career. Definitely you have never seen a stage like ours before.”

Sigh announce first U.S. tour in almost 18 years

Dreadnought's Kelly Schilling also shared her excitement, saying, “We are honored to join the legends Sigh on tour following our Fire in the Mountains appearance! We will be performing new music in anticipation of something new to come…”

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years

This tour marks a significant milestone for Sigh, as it is their first comprehensive U.S. tour since 2008. The band's return is anticipated not only by their long-time fans but also by new audiences eager to experience their unique blend of metal and theatrical performance.

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years

While the excitement surrounding the tour is palpable, some critics may question the relevance of a band returning after such a long hiatus. However, the enthusiasm expressed by both Sigh and Dreadnought suggests a strong commitment to delivering a memorable experience for attendees.

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years

As the tour approaches, fans can expect ticket sales to begin shortly, with anticipation building for both Sigh's performances and Dreadnought's new music. The tour promises to be a significant event in the heavy music calendar for 2026.

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years

• “I am really excited that Sigh are finally touring the US again.” — Mirai Kawashima, Frontman of Sigh

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years

• “We are honored to join the legends Sigh on tour following our Fire in the Mountains appearance!” — Kelly Schilling, Dreadnought

Sigh Announce Return to the U.S. for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years