Full Breakdown
Mike D Announces First Solo Headline Tour Across UK and Europe
5/12/2026, 8:35:57 PM
Background & Core Context
The Beastie Boys’ last studio album, *Hot Sauce Committee Part Two* (2011), was the final collection of new material from the group. After founding member Adam “MCA” Yauch died in 2012, the remaining members said no further Beastie Boys releases would follow. A deluxe re-issue of the 2004 album *To The Five Boroughs* appeared in 2024. In May 2026, Mike D released his debut solo single “Switch Up,” the first new music from any Beastie Boy in over a decade.
Tour Overview
Mike D first appeared with his sons Davis and Skyler—who perform as Very Nice Person—delivering classic Beastie Boys tracks. He then played two sold-out Los Angeles shows at Plaza Nightclub & Dance Hall, debuting more solo material. The European leg opens with two headline nights at 26 Leake St, London (1,150 capacity) on June 5-6, followed by Saalchen, Berlin (June 10). Festival appearances include Primavera Sound, Porto (June 13), Beyond The Pale, Wicklow (June 14), and Beyond The Streets, Paris (June 20). Additional headline dates are La 2 de Apolo Nitsa, Barcelona (June 16), Blender at Bolwerk, Kortrijk (June 18), and De Casino, Sint-Niklaas (June 19). Tickets for headline shows go on sale Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10 a.m. via miked5d.com.
Data & Statistics
The itinerary comprises eight headline concerts and three festival appearances across seven countries: United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, Ireland, and France. London’s 26 Leake St venue seats roughly 1,150 fans, emphasizing an intimate setting. This schedule marks Mike D’s first solo headline tour, the first new music from any Beastie Boy since 2011, and his first solo performances since Yauch’s death. Ticket sales launch on May 15, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.
Official Statements & Responses
Mike D announced the tour via his official channels, confirming dates, venues, and festival slots. The rollout follows the surprise release of “Switch Up” and is billed as a “stripped-back” experience unlike the Beastie Boys’ arena shows. Ticketing will be handled by miked5d.com and standard partners. He reiterated that no further Beastie Boys releases are planned, echoing earlier statements after Yauch’s death.
Why It Matters
The tour gives fans a rare chance to hear Mike D in a minimal-production setting, contrasting with the large-scale spectacles of the Beastie Boys’ later years. Showcasing solo material signals an artistic evolution while preserving the group’s cultural legacy. The European focus expands his reach across headline venues and major festivals, underscoring the lasting influence of the Beastie Boys on contemporary hip-hop and alternative music.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
All sources agree on dates, venues, ticket-sale timing, and the absence of new Beastie Boys releases; no contradictions or missing stakeholder commentary were identified.
