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Hi all, it’s been a minute. As some of you may know, I’ve been busy putting together and releasing my debut mini album Home Truths. It was released 6th February via the wonderful Manchester/Brighton based label YYZ Records, there is a very limited CD edition available in addition to the standard digital download.

If you would like to check out the album over at Bandcamp, you can do so here. If streaming is your jam, it is also available here. I will be celebrating its release with a hometown gig on 21st March, opening the first Tea and Oranges of the year at The Fickle Pickle. Tickets are available here.

Much love to you all.

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When Does Breaking Benjamin’s 2026 Tour Start?

Breaking Benjamin’s 2026 North American tour kicks off September 2, 2026 in Camden, New Jersey.

TL;DR:

Breaking Benjamin hit the road fall 2026
Chevelle and Starset join the run
Tour spans U.S. and Canada
Tickets go on sale February 20

Breaking Benjamin Return To Full Touring Mode

Breaking Benjamin are officially back — and they’re doing it at scale.

The multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse has announced a major Summer/Fall 2026 North American tour, featuring a stacked support lineup including Chevelle, Starset, and Kami Kehoe.

Produced by Live Nation, the trek launches September 2 in Camden, New Jersey, before rolling through key markets across the U.S. and Canada, wrapping October 24 in Bristow, Virginia.

For modern rock fans, this is a serious tour announcement.

Breaking Benjamin on tour — find your seats here!

A Lineup Built For Sustained Intensity

This isn’t a casual support package.

Breaking Benjamin
Chevelle
Starset

Each band brings a distinct sonic identity, yet all share a common thread: massive live energy.

From Breaking Benjamin’s emotionally charged anthems to Chevelle’s razor-sharp heaviness and Starset’s cinematic spectacle, this lineup feels engineered for arena-sized impact.

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What Fans Can Expect From Breaking Benjamin Live

Breaking Benjamin’s reputation as a live act remains one of the strongest in modern rock.

Known for:

Explosive performances
Crowd-wide singalongs
Heavy melodic dynamics
Career-spanning setlists

Expect a night built around songs that helped define two decades of rock radio.

Ticket And Presale Details

General On-Sale
Friday, February 20 at 10 a.m. local time
via breakingbenjamin.com

Citi cardmembers receive early access beginning February 18 at 10 a.m. local time through February 19 at 10 p.m.

Additional presales will run throughout the week.

2026 Tour Dates

September
Sep. 2 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Sep. 3 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Sep. 5 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
Sep. 6 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
Sep. 9 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre
Sep. 10 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
Sep. 12 – Allegan, MI – Allegan County Fair *
Sep. 13 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
Sep. 15 – Burgettstown, PA – Pavilion at Star Lake
Sep. 16 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Sep. 18 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Sep. 20 – Council Bluffs, IA – Mid America Center *
Sep. 22 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Sep. 24 – Kansas City, MO – Starlight Theatre
Sep. 25 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
Sep. 28 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Sep. 30 – West Valley City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

October
Oct. 2 – Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena
Oct. 3 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center
Oct. 5 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Oct. 7 – Albuquerque, NM – First Financial Amphitheater
Oct. 10 – The Woodlands, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Oct. 12 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Oct. 13 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Oct. 16 – Tuscaloosa, AL – Mercedes-Benz Amphitheatre *
Oct. 17 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Oct. 19 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Oct. 20 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Oct. 23 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park
Oct. 24 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live

• Non-Live Nation dates

“Awaken” Signals A New Era

Following their recent signing with BMG, Breaking Benjamin released “Awaken”, marking their first new music in five years.

The track represents:

A creative resurgence
A refreshed chapter
Continued sonic identity

For longtime fans, it’s a powerful signal that the band’s momentum is accelerating again.

Breaking Benjamin’s Chart And Streaming Legacy

Since emerging with Saturate (2002), the band has built an extraordinary track record:

Ten No. 1 Rock Songs
Multiple platinum albums
8.5+ billion streams
6.5+ million global fans

Few bands maintain this level of consistency across decades.

Why This Tour Feels Significant

This run isn’t just another tour cycle.

It’s:

Breaking Benjamin’s full-scale return
A stacked multi-band lineup
A post-BMG signing chapter
A chance to hear “Awaken” live

For rock fans, this one lands squarely in “must-watch” territory.

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FAQ

When Does The Tour Start?

September 2, 2026.

Who Is Touring With Breaking Benjamin?

Chevelle, Starset, and Kami Kehoe.

When Do Tickets Go On Sale?

February 20 at 10 a.m. local time.

Is Canada Included?

Yes — including Toronto.

Is There A Presale?

Yes — Citi presale begins February 18.

About Breaking Benjamin

Breaking Benjamin emerged as one of the defining rock bands of the 2000s, blending heavy guitars with deeply emotional songwriting. With multiple platinum albums, No. 1 hits, and billions of streams, the band remains one of modern rock’s most enduring forces.

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All-star heavy metal band DEATH DEALER and Massacre Records are deeply saddened to share difficult news concerning guitarist and founding member Ross “The Boss” Friedman.

The band has issued the following official statement:
“We are devastated by the news that our brother, Ross the Boss, has been diagnosed with ALS.

From the very first day this band came together, we have operated as more than musicians, we are a brotherhood. That bond, that loyalty, and that respect for one another will never change.

This diagnosis, however, inevitably changes the road ahead for Death Dealer in terms of new music and live performances. Ross is not someone who can be replaced, nor would we ever try.

His contribution to heavy metal is monumental, timeless, and deeply woven into the fabric of this genre. His legacy stands on its own and will continue to inspire generations.

Right now, our focus is not on stages or studios, but on standing beside our brother as he faces this battle with the strength and courage that has always defined him.

We ask the metal community to keep Ross in your thoughts and to honour him the way he has always honoured the music, with passion, loyalty, and heart. We stand with Ross. Always.”

Massacre Records stands fully united with DEATH DEALER during this time. Ross “The Boss” Friedman is not only a legendary guitarist whose influence has shaped generations of heavy metal musicians worldwide, but also a respected artist whose dedication, integrity and passion embody the very spirit of the genre.

Recently, DEATH DEALER released their album Reign Of Steel.
Stream/buy the album here: 
https://massacre-records.com/deathdealer_reignofsteel_sale/

DEATH DEALER are:
Sean Peck – Vocals
Ross “The Boss” Friedman – Guitars
Stu Marshall – Guitars
Mike LePond – Bass
Steve Bolognese – Drums

Source: Massacre Records

ROSS “THE BOSS” FRIEDMAN FOREVER.

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