Legendary vocalist and progressive rock visionary Jon Anderson is returning to the stage in 2026 with a brand-new live chapter titled Songs from the Edge of Light Tour. Best known as the unmistakable voice and creative heart of Yes, Anderson’s upcoming tour promises a transcendent journey through music that defined generations, blending timeless classics with spiritual depth and forward-looking energy.For fans who have followed Anderson’s career from the early days of Fragile and Close to the Edge to his recent collaborations, this tour feels both reflective and alive. Backed once again by The Band Geeks, a group celebrated for their precision and deep respect for progressive rock’s complexity, Anderson continues to prove that his voice, vision, and presence remain as powerful as ever.The 2026 tour will feature a carefully curated setlist spanning iconic Yes epics, beloved classics, and select solo material, all reimagined with lush arrangements and immersive dynamics. Audiences can expect soaring vocals, extended instrumental passages, and the spiritual lyricism that has long set Anderson apart from his peers. This is not a nostalgia act — it’s a living, breathing evolution of progressive rock, guided by one of its original architects.The Songs from the Edge of Light Tour 2026 officially kicks off in spring with confirmed North American dates already revealed. Jon Anderson will perform across intimate theaters and historic music halls, offering fans a rare chance to experience these monumental songs in settings designed for deep listening and connection.Confirmed tour stops include Ridgefield, Connecticut; Patchogue and Rochester, New York; Red Bank and Lansdowne, New Jersey and Pennsylvania; Hershey, Pennsylvania; Troy, New York; and Royal Oak, Michigan, with multiple nights scheduled in select cities. More dates are expected to be announced as the tour expands.What makes this tour especially significant is its sense of continuity. Anderson is not only celebrating the past but actively shaping the future, with new studio material reportedly in progress alongside The Band Geeks. That creative momentum is expected to spill onto the stage, making each performance feel spontaneous, heartfelt, and unique.Decades into his career, Jon Anderson continues to defy time, delivering performances that are both technically stunning and emotionally resonant. Songs from the Edge of Light is more than a tour title — it’s a statement of purpose, a reminder that great music doesn’t fade, it transforms.For longtime fans and first-time listeners alike, the 2026 tour stands as an invitation to step into a world of sound, spirit, and storytelling — guided by one of rock music’s most enduring voices.
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