Kings of Leon Launch 2027 Tour to Support Self-Produced Album 'O My Beloved'

Key points

• The album 'O My Beloved' was released on November 6, 2026, via Love Tap Records.
• It is the band's 10th studio album and their first self-produced record, assisted by Liam O'Neill.
• Pitchfork scored the album 6.7/10, calling it a 'shocking and largely impressive reinvention.'
• A 30-date North American tour begins May 8, 2027, in Virginia and ends October 15, 2027, in New York.
• The tour includes a return to Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, on September 20, 2027.

Background

Kings of Leon have been active since 1999 and have won four Grammys, including Record of the Year for 'Use Somebody' in 2010. Their previous album, 'Can We Please Have Fun,' was released in 2024. The band has collaborated with Zach Bryan in recent years, which influenced their current sonic direction.

How outlets are covering it

Pitchfork critic Larry Fitzmaurice praised the album's shift to country-rock, comparing it to Mumford & Sons and the Killers, but noted some tracks still echo their late-2000s sound. Denver Gazette highlighted the band's return to Red Rocks after a 10-year absence. TicketNews detailed the 30-date tour schedule, noting support from Band of Horses and Dexter and The Moonrocks. WKRC confirmed the Cincinnati stop at the new Farmer Music Center on October 12, 2027.

Why it matters

The release of 'O My Beloved' signals a significant artistic pivot for Kings of Leon, moving away from their previous arena-rock sound. The extensive 2027 tour, including high-profile venues like Red Rocks and Madison Square Garden, indicates strong commercial momentum and fan interest in their new direction.

What to watch

Tickets for the 2027 tour go on sale in November 2026, with presales starting November 9 and general sales on November 13. The tour will span the United States and Canada, with international dates also scheduled in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe.