Guns N' Roses have officially launched the North American leg of their 2026 World Tour, delivering an explosive opening performance at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, North Carolina. The concert marks the beginning of an 18-date summer run of stadium, arena, and amphitheater shows across the United States and Canada.

Following a successful stretch across Latin America and Europe, the hard rock veterans returned to North American stages with an expansive setlist spanning nearly four decades of music. Alongside generational anthems such as "Welcome to the Jungle," "Sweet Child O' Mine," "November Rain," and "Paradise City," the group performed recent releases "Perhaps" and "The General," as well as their newest singles, "Nothin" and "Atlas."

The current tour follows a busy period for the band, anchored by the release of "Nothin" and "Atlas" via Geffen Records—their first new studio material since 2023—and the deluxe reissue of Live Era '87-'93, featuring remastered audio and updated visual design.

Produced by Live Nation, the North American itinerary runs through 19 September, making stops at major venues including East Rutherford's MetLife Stadium, Las Vegas's Allegiant Stadium, Vancouver's BC Place, and St. Louis's Busch Stadium. The schedule also highlights a return to the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, marking the band's first appearance at the venue in over 30 years.

Having performed across Mexico, Brazil, Poland, Ireland, France, and the UK earlier in the year, the group’s touring lineup features Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan, Dizzy Reed, Richard Fortus, Isaac Carpenter, and Melissa Reese. Limited tickets for select upcoming dates remain available via the band's official website, alongside select VIP package options.

Source: music-news.com