Soul Asylum are heading around the world. The alt-rock survivors just announced a worldwide tour spanning North America, South America, and beyond, bringing their celebrated live show to audiences across the globe. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 5. The news arrives as the group prepares to release ‘MPLS Unplugged’ later this summer, a live album marking the 30th anniversary of their legendary 1993 MTV Unplugged performance.
Alongside the tour comes “What Will Become of Me,” one of the most anticipated recordings in the group’s history. First performed live in 1995, the song built a devoted following despite never getting an official release. More than three decades later, fans can finally hear it fully realized on ‘MPLS Unplugged’, out August 28, 2026 via Blue Élan Records. It’s a stirring payoff for a song that lived onstage for decades.
The album was recorded at Minneapolis’ historic State Theatre on April 20, 2023, nearly 30 years to the day after the group’s original MTV Unplugged appearance. It captures Soul Asylum in an intimate setting, showcasing the depth and emotional resonance that have defined their music for more than four decades. Frontman Dave Pirner is joined by guitarist Ryan Smith, bassist Jeremy Tapparo, and drummer Michael Bland, along with returning keyboardist Ivan Neville, the STRINGenius string quartet, and the Robert Robinson Gospel Singers. Neville’s history with the group stretches back to the original 1993 Unplugged, making his return a fitting bridge between the two eras.
“What Will Become of Me” is one of the record’s clear highlights. Alongside fellow live favorite “Farmer John,” it’s one of two songs on the album that had never been recorded or released, giving fans a rare chance to experience an important piece of the group’s live legacy. More than 40 years into their career, Soul Asylum remain one of rock’s most enduring live acts, performing for old and new audiences while still finding fresh dimensions in their catalog.
Soul Asylum World Tour 2026:
June 8 – Manchester, UK – Gorilla
June 9 – London, UK – The Dome
June 11 – Kleylehof, Austria – Nova Rock
June 13 – Oroville, CA – Feather Falls Casino
June 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Pryes Brewing Company
June 20 – Duluth, MN – Grandma’s Marathon
July 3 – Arlington Heights, IL – Frontier Days Festival
July 4 – Milwaukee, WI – Summerfest
July 29 – Worcester, MA – Off The Rails
July 30 – Hampton, NH – Wally’s Pub
July 31 – St. John, NB, Canada – Area 506 Festival
August 15 – Las Vegas, NV – The Strat
August 16 – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up
August 17 – Pomona, CA – The Glass House
August 19 – Garden City, ID – Revolution Concert House
August 20 – Bozeman, MT – The Elm
August 21 – Libby, MT – Happy’s Inn
August 23 – Calgary, AB, Canada – The Arrowhead
August 25 – Edmonton, AB, Canada – Midway
August 26 – Regina, SK, Canada – Casino Regina
August 27 – Winnipeg – Park Theatre
September 13 – Santiago, Chile – Teatro Caupolican w/ +LIVE+
September 15 – Comuna 15, Argentina – C Art Media w/ +LIVE+
September 17 – Lima, Peru – Costa 21 w/ +LIVE+
September 19 – Mexico City, Mexico – Velodromo Olimpico w/ +LIVE+
September 22 – San Juan, Puerto Rico – Coca-Cola Music Hall w/ +LIVE+
November 21 – Clearwater, FL – St. Pete Bike Fest