Underoath, the veteran metalcore band, is embarking on a unique and nostalgic journey with their upcoming 'Van Tour to Vans Warped Tour' in the summer of 2026. This tour is a departure from their usual concert settings, as they plan to perform in intimate, independent venues across the United States. The announcement has already sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to witness the band's return to the roots of their touring days.
What makes this tour particularly intriguing is the band's decision to reconnect with their past. In his own words, guitarist Tim McTague expresses the sentiment, "The idea of going back into a van, and reconnecting with how we used to tour, will be impactful at worst. At best, it’s an opportunity to reconnect in the same environment that we had prior in a new way and what that unlocks for us as friends, bandmates and more exciting to me…creatively."
This tour is not just about revisiting the past; it's about creating a unique experience for both the band and their fans. McTague further elaborates, "We haven’t driven across the country together as one unit, listening to the same music, stopping at the same rest stops, eating the same meals etc. in 20 plus years. I think there is a magic there that breeds something existentially curious about someone, and I can’t wait to see what that is for us."
The tour will kick off in Jacksonville, Florida, on June 8th and will make its way through various cities, including Richmond, Virginia, El Paso, Texas, and Roswell, New Mexico, before concluding in Memphis, Tennessee, on August 2nd. The band will be supported by Held., a new project formed by members of The Sleeping and Coheed and Cambria.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this tour is the band's intention to create an environment reminiscent of the early 2000s. McTague believes that this will be an amazing experience for both the band and the fans, "Putting the smallest shows of our career on sale to create an environment that hasn’t been seen since probably 2002, to me, is such an amazing experience for us and the handful of fans that will get in to these shows. It will be our moment together, most likely never to be repeated again."
This tour is not just a nostalgic trip down memory lane; it's an opportunity for the band to reconnect with their fans and create new memories. The intimate venues and the band's commitment to recreating the past will undoubtedly make this tour a memorable one. As McTague puts it, "I want these shows to feel different than anything we have done in the last 2 decades aside from a few cool secret shows here or there. The idea of doing that every night will be exciting or terrifying or both, I’m here for it."
In conclusion, Underoath's 'Van Tour to Vans Warped Tour' is more than just a concert series; it's a celebration of the band's past, a reconnection with their fans, and a chance to create new memories. It's a testament to the band's enduring legacy and their commitment to pushing boundaries. As the tour unfolds, fans can expect an immersive and nostalgic experience that will leave a lasting impression. This is a tour that promises to be both exciting and terrifying, and Underoath is ready to embrace the challenge.
