Canada’s blistering new hard-rock powerhouse, Deraps, is storming the United States for the first time ever in February 2026, bringing their high-voltage, late-’70s-inspired sound to American stages. The band is fronted by Quebec-born, EVH-sponsored guitar phenomenon Jacob Deraps, whose virtuoso-level playing and Van Halen covers propelled him to online fame and earned praise from the Official Van Halen News Desk. After signing with Metalville Records and Anthem Entertainment (home of Rush), Deraps released their acclaimed 2022 self-titled debut and followed up with the explosive second album, Viva Rock N’ Roll, in May 2025, which debuted at #1 in rock sales in Japan, cementing their global acclaim.
This inaugural US tour comes after years of fan demand and follows the band’s experience opening for rock legends like Tom Cochrane, Ann Wilson, and Foreigner. Jacob Deraps expressed his excitement, stating that touring the US, the “birth land of Rock N’ Roll,” has always been a dream and that the country is home to his heroes like Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, and Jake E. Lee. Deraps is set to redefine modern classic rock, delivering a fierce, melodic, and full-throttle fun experience for American audiences.
CONFIRMED U.S. TOUR DATES – “VIVA ROCK N’ ROLL” (LEG I):
- W 2/4 – Pawling, NY – Darryl’s House
- F 2/6 – NYC, NY – The Iridium
- S 2/7 – West Yarmouth, MA – The Music Room
- M 2/9 – Pittsburgh, PA – Craft House
- W 2/11 – Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theater
- Th 2/12 – Lakewood, OH – The Winchester Music Hall
- F 2/13 – Detroit, MI – Token Lounge
- S 2/14 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s
- W 2/18 – Milwaukee, WI – Shank Hall
- F 2/20 – Wisconsin Dells, WI – Legacy Theater
- S 2/21 – Sioux Falls, SD – Biggs Bar and Grill
- W 2/25 – Great Falls, MT – The Newbury Theater
- F 2/27 – Seattle, WA – The Funhouse at El Corazon