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Rolling Stones Confirm No 2026 Tour as “Foreign Tongues” Looms
5/12/2026, 4:23:40 AM
Tour Plans Cancelled for 2026
The Rolling Stones have officially ruled out a concert tour in 2026. Guitarist Keith Richards told the Associated Press that the band has no plans to hit the road in 2026, adding that they are evaluating next steps after the release of their upcoming album. The statement aligns with late-2025 reports that a previously announced 2026 tour was scrapped, citing Richards’ reluctance to endure a rigorous schedule. The new album’s rollout therefore proceeds without a supporting live-performance leg.
Background & Context
“Foreign Tongues,” the group’s first studio album since 2023’s “Hackney Diamonds,” is scheduled for release on July 10, 2026. Earlier in the year, industry sources reported that the band had abandoned a planned 2026 tour, again citing Richards’ reluctance to endure a rigorous schedule. The new album’s rollout therefore proceeds without a supporting live-performance leg.
Key Figures
- Keith Richards – guitarist, primary spokesperson on the tour decision, emphasized the band’s focus on completing the record and evaluating future steps.
- Mick Jagger – lead vocalist, expressed personal enthusiasm for touring the new material but did not commit to a timeline.
- The Rolling Stones – the iconic rock group, whose touring decisions affect their audience and the live-music market.
Official Statements & Responses
Richards indicated that the album is completed and the band is evaluating post-release options, but confirmed that a 2026 tour is not planned. Jagger said he is eager to tour the new material and hopes to do so as soon as circumstances allow, though no dates have been set.
Criticism & Opposition
Fans anticipating a 2026 tour were met with disappointment. Media coverage noted that “fans hoping to catch the iconic rock band on tour…shouldn’t hold their breath,” reflecting a sentiment of unmet expectation among the band’s audience.
Data & Statistics
- Album title: Foreign Tongues
- Release date: July 10, 2026
- Previous album: Hackney Diamonds (2023)
- Reported tour cancellation: 2026 (no specific dates disclosed)
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
No source provided a definitive future touring schedule. While Richards ruled out a 2026 tour, he suggested discussions could occur next year, leaving the exact timing of any subsequent tour ambiguous.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Oh, I mean we can talk next year.” — Keith Richards, guitarist
- “Not this year anyway.” — Keith Richards, guitarist
- “At the moment, we’re just sort of saying, we’ve finished the record… [and we’re] considering what to do after. Pretty soon, but not this year.” — Keith Richards, guitarist
- “would love to tour the album,” — Mick Jagger, lead vocalist
- “I absolutely would love to, so I hope to do it as soon as that’s possible.” — Mick Jagger, lead vocalist
What’s Next
The band may revisit touring plans in 2027, as Richards indicated that discussions could occur next year.
