The group’s first-ever joint tour treks throughout the US this summer
This summer, iconic punk rock bands Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion will be co-headlining for the first time during their Dropkick Murphys & Bad Religion co-headlining announce Summer of Discontent Tourwith openers The Mainliners from July 22nd through August 17th.
Tickets for all shows go on sale February 20th at 10 am local time.
“We are so fired up to spend the summer with these legends,” Dropkick Murphys founder Ken Casey says. “We plan to give people a great night out when we hit their town. Gonna be a blast!!” Tim Brennan from Dropkick Murphys said, “Being able to tour with Bad Religion is such an exciting thing for us. It’s not everyday we get to rub elbows with a band that has that kind of legendary status and we are over the moon to hit the road with them.”
“Bringing together our two bands and our respective audiences should create an event of epic proportions,” Bad Religion frontman Greg Graffin adds. “But most importantly, I look forward to the community of camaraderie and togetherness we will share with such talented fellow musicians and punk fans across the Nation. I can’t wait!”
During the summer tour—which follows Dropkick Murphys’ annual St. Patrick’s Day Tour–fans will have the chance to hear Dropkick Murphys’ classics, along with their current single “Sirens” – and possibly other new songs from their next album, which will be released via the band’s Dummy Luck Music/[PIAS] later this year. Fueled by an infectious, hard-hitting guitar riff and frontman Ken Casey’s raw, intense, and commanding vocals, “Sirens” is a rallying cry for unity, urging fans to rise against those who exploit the working class.
Fans can expect Bad Religion to celebrate their diverse catalog on this tour. Concertgoers can look forward to a mix of iconic songs and beloved classics, highlighting their significant influence on the punk scene. At the same time, Bad Religion is working on a new album, and this tour is likely to energize their creativity, drawing inspiration from the lively interactions with their audience. The current lineup, recognized as one of the strongest in the band’s history. With 17 studio albums to their credit, they have established a reputation for social awareness, while also being known as one of the most powerful live bands and lasting legends in the punk genre.
Dropkick Murphys & Bad Religion 2025 US Summer of Discontent Tour Dates:
July 22 – Spokane, WA @ BECU Live at Northern Quest
July 23 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater
July 24 – Tacoma, WA @ Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park
July 26 – Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
July 29 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
July 30 – Sacramento, CA @ The Backyard
Aug 1 – Pocatello, ID @ Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre
Aug 2 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Union
Aug 4 – Kansas City, MO @ Grinders
Aug 5 – Indianapolis, IN @ Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
Aug 6 – Buffalo, NY @ Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B
Aug 10 – Cleveland, OH @ Jacobs Pavilion
Aug 13 – Asbury Park, NJ @ Stone Pony Summer Stage
Aug 15 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Ovation Hall @ Ocean Casino
Aug 16 – Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion
Aug 17 – Big Flats, NY @ Mich Ultra SummerStage At Tags
