Full Breakdown
Post Malone Delays Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2 to Finish Double Album
5/4/2026, 4:19:10 AM
Tour Delay and Revised Schedule
On May 1, 2026, Post Malone announced via Instagram that the opening leg of his Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2, co-headlined by Jelly Roll and featuring Carter Faith, would be postponed. The May 13 kickoff in El Paso, Texas, was moved to early June, with start reported as either June 9 in Charlotte, North Carolina, or June 12 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Six stadium dates were removed from the itinerary.
Background: Stagecoach Performance and Album Development
Malone’s decision followed his headline set at the Stagecoach 2026 festival, where he performed a country-influenced show. He indicated that post-festival schedule “wasn’t really lining up” with finishing new music. He noted he “promised y’all beautiful people new music” and that the tour “isn’t ready” until the album is finished. Recording is complete, but final production and vocal work remain pending.
Timeline and Canceled Shows
May 1, 2026: Malone posted the postponement on Instagram. May 13, 2026: El Paso kickoff canceled. Early June: Opening set for June 9 in Charlotte, NC, or June 12 in Indianapolis, IN. Six stadium dates—El Paso, Waco, Baton Rouge, Birmingham, Tampa, Oxford—removed.
Official Statements & Responses
In his Instagram post, Malone said the post-Stagecoach schedule “wasn’t really lining up” with finishing new music. He noted he “promised y’all beautiful people new music” and that the tour “isn’t ready” until the album is finished. He apologized to ticket holders and looks forward to delivering a strong performance once the record is complete.
Criticism & Opposition
Social media responses were mixed. Some fans voiced disappointment over canceled plans, while others praised focus on artistic quality. Industry observers noted ticket demand for the 2026 leg appeared softer than sold-out 2025 run, prompting speculation that commercial factors might influence the postponement. Malone denied any link to ticket sales, attributing the delay to album completion.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on revised opening night: E! Online and Tribune list June 9 in Charlotte, North Carolina; InMusicBlog cites June 12 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Six canceled shows appear as specific cities (El Paso, Waco, Baton Rouge, Birmingham, Tampa, Oxford) and as states (Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida) in other reports. No official release date for The Eternal Buzz has been announced, leaving album timeline uncertain.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I don’t have the time to finish it before tour starts,” — Post Malone, Singer
- “We ain’t ready for tour just yet, so I’m making the decision to push the tour back about 3 weeks to get this music done.” — Post Malone, Singer
- “Been making some bada-- s--- for this double album … can’t wait to perform for y’all again,” — Post Malone, Singer
- “I was looking forward to going nuts with y’all.” — Post Malone, Singer
What's Next
Fans await the release of The Eternal Buzz, while the rescheduled tour proceeds across North America and is slated to expand internationally later in 2026. The revised schedule aims to align live performances with the new album’s launch, offering fresh material for the stadium shows.
