R.E.M. have officially reignited the global conversation with the announcement of the Out of Time Global Tour, a landmark return that celebrates one of the most influential catalogs in alternative music history. The tour is framed as both a reflection and a revival, honoring the band’s era-defining sound while reintroducing it to a new generation of listeners. Longtime fans and first-timers alike can expect a setlist that balances intimacy, urgency, and timeless emotion.
The tour will span multiple continents, underscoring R.E.M.’s enduring global reach. Major cities across North America are confirmed, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, and Atlanta, where the band’s roots remain deeply felt. Each stop is expected to transform iconic venues into communal spaces where shared memories and unmistakable melodies collide, reinforcing the band’s reputation for emotionally charged live performances.
Internationally, the Out of Time Global Tour expands its scope with appearances in London, Manchester, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, and Dublin, followed by dates in Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney, Melbourne, São Paulo, and Buenos Aires. These cities were carefully selected to reflect R.E.M.’s worldwide influence, with fans across Europe, Asia, and South America set to experience the band’s music in powerful, large-scale live settings once again.
Musically, the tour promises a journey through defining moments of the band’s career, blending tracks from Out of Time with classics that shaped alternative rock’s mainstream breakthrough. The performances are expected to emphasize atmosphere and storytelling, with stripped-back moments giving way to anthemic crescendos. Rather than chasing nostalgia alone, the tour positions itself as a living, breathing statement of relevance and connection.
Full routing details and ticket information are scheduled to be unveiled as anticipation continues to build, with the official announcement confirming the tour’s rollout date as March 18, 2026.
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