Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted and his The Chophouse Band have announced their first-ever North American headlining tour, as reported by Instagram.
The announcement marks a significant return to touring for Newsted, who revealed the summer tour plans in an enthusiastic statement to fans.
“Howdy, hi friends and neighbors! For the first time ever, we’re taking The Chophouse Band on tour!!!” Newsted said. “It’s been a minute since I’ve seen you. Please join us in July for some summer jams!”
The tour will include eight headlining dates across North America. Stops are planned in cities including Northampton, Albany, Alexandria, Grand Rapids, and Knoxville, among others.
This announcement represents a major milestone for Newsted’s post-Metallica career, as he prepares to take his current project on its most extensive tour to date.
Blabbermouth reported that tickets for the tour will go on sale Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. local time. The tour dates span from July 1 in Northampton, Massachusetts, to July 22 in Knoxville, Tennessee. This gives fans across multiple states the opportunity to see Newsted perform live.
The summer run will feature a unique format that combines both headlining shows and support dates. Blabbermouth noted that The Chophouse Band will also support Blackberry Smoke for 10 shows in July as part of an 18-date run. This arrangement allows the band to reach different audiences while building their touring experience.
The tour will culminate with two special nights at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium on July 24-25, as Blabbermouth detailed. The Ryman, known as the “Mother Church of Country Music,” represents a prestigious venue for any touring act. It marks a significant achievement for Newsted’s current musical endeavor.
This tour announcement comes as Newsted continues to establish The Chophouse Band as a distinct musical project separate from his legendary tenure with Metallica. It offers fans a chance to experience his current artistic direction in a live setting.
