The Who's Roger Daltrey Announce A Great Night Out Tour
(Firefly Media) The Who frontman Roger Daltrey announced a run of U.S. solo tour dates, celebrating his return two years after his widely praised Semi-Acoustic 2024 Summer outing, and well-rested from the acclaimed Who farewell tour which critics hailed as 'a powerful reminder of just how vital the band is to the rock canon.' The much-anticipated solo trek has been dubbed - A Great Night Out.
The tour will kick off August 23rd at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ, and run through September, including a rare Daltrey performance at New York City's The Town Hall on September 27th and wrapping up in Medford, MA at the Chevalier Theatre on September 29th.
The recently knighted rock stalwart will be backed by the same musical lineup he performed with on his 2024 tour, featuring a hand-picked ensemble of musicians. Simon Townshend - guitar, Billy Nicholls - mandolin, Jody Linscott - percussion, Doug Boyle - guitar, John Hogg - Bass, Katie Jacoby - violin, Steve Weston - harmonica, Geraint Watkins - keyboards/accordion, Scott Devours - Drums.
The 2026 dates will spotlight Daltrey's unmistakable voice and deep catalog, blending iconic selections from his remarkable solo material, reimagined cover songs and Who rarities. Daltrey will be building on the momentum of his 2024 performances, which were widely celebrated for their acoustic intimacy, storytelling, and enduring vocal presence, with Daltrey also offering up renditions of songs seldom performed live by The Who or Daltrey.
The 2024 tour drew raves, with USA Today commenting, "Put Roger Daltrey on a stage and he's going to rock" and Forbes calling attention to the casual interplay of songs and stories delivered by a relaxed and funny Daltrey - "witty, charming, and engaging. An absolute masterclass...'' The upcoming shows promise another fresh, revealing glimpse of the charismatic singer, with more banter and straight-shooting rapport as he continues to reign as one of rock's most commanding live performers.
Daltrey comments, "Well it's one more for the road. After finishing The Who's final tour of the US, it's time for me as a solo artist to possibly do the same. After touring solo with different bands of musicians for the last 17 years, a less grueling life becomes more attractive, I'll see. With my present line up of nine musicians, I have this opportunity to see your beautiful country and enjoy the hospitality you have shown me over so many years. I'll be off the backing tracks and always searching for different soundscapes to present the songs. It's a lot of fun and gives me the chance to have a Great Night Out."
Daltrey was honored with a knighthood, by The Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle, this past December for his contribution to charity and music. Daltrey launched and curated the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts initiative at the Royal Albert Hall which has raised millions for the charity over the past 25 years.
Fans will have access to presale tickets with PASSWORD: GREATNIGHT beginning Wednesday, May 13 at 10:00 AM local time. Local presales begin Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 AM local time until 11:59 PM local time. Public on sale starts on Friday, May 15 at 10:00 AM local time.
Aug 23 / Mesa Arts Center / Mesa, AZ*
Aug 24 / Yaamava' Theater / Highland, CA
Aug 26 / Encore Theater / Las Vegas, NV
Aug 28 / Encore Theater / Las Vegas, NV
Aug 29 / Encore Theater / Las Vegas, NV
Sept 1 / Lobero Theatre / Santa Barbara, CA^
Sept 2 / The Mountain Winery / Saratoga, CA
Sept 4 / Luther Burbank Center for the Arts / Santa Rosa, CA^
Sept 5 / Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort / Reno, NV
Sept 9 / Ryman Auditorium / Nashville, TN
Sept 11 / Four Winds Casino / New Buffalo, MI
Sept 12 / New Lenox Performing Arts Pavillion / New Lenox, IL
Sept 15 / The Riverside Theater / Milwaukee, WI
Sept 17 / Artpark / Lewiston, NY
Sept 20 / The Big E (outdoor) / Springfield, MA
Sept 22 / The Capitol Theatre / Port Chester, NY
Sept 24 / The Theater at MGM National Harbor / Washington, DC
Sept 25 / Parx Xcite Center / Bensalem, PA
Sept 27 / The Town Hall / New York, NY
Sept 29 / Chevalier Theatre / Medford, MA
*already on sale
^on sale at a later time
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