Jimmy Eat World takes ‘Bleed American’ on tour, performing the iconic album live at Hayden Homes Summer 2026
LOS ANGELES, Ca. (KTVZ) -- The Arizona rock band Jimmy Eat World announced a North American tour on Tuesday to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their album "Bleed American." The tour is scheduled to begin June 9, 2026, at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver and will conclude in November 2026 at the Vans Warped Tour in Orlando, Fla.
The band will perform the entire "Bleed American" album during the tour, which marks their return to the Vans Warped Tour stage after a 25-year absence. Originally released in 2001, the album has been certified platinum in the United States and features the hit single "The Middle." The tour follows a series of sold-out performances in the United Kingdom scheduled for August 2026.
The tour is promoted by Live Nation and includes a stop at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend, Ore., on July 17. The band will also perform at the Vans Warped Tour in five cities, marking their first appearance at the festival in 25 years. Other notable venues include the Brooklyn Paramount on June 16 and Chase Field in Phoenix on Sept. 6.
A rotating lineup of special guests will join the band on select dates throughout the North American trek. These artists include Rise Against, Motion City Soundtrack, Sunny Day Real Estate, Thrice, The Get Up Kids and Hot Mulligan. Additional performers such as Mom Jeans, Minus the Bear, PUP and Sparta are also scheduled for specific shows.
Lead vocalist and guitarist Jim Adkins said the band members are approaching the tour with a sense of gratitude that differed from their experience when the album first debuted. He noted that the group is still surprised by the long-term impact of the music.
"When we printed the last mix of Bleed American, we felt like we had achieved something great for ourselves," Adkins said. "There was no barometer of how it would connect with people outside of the studio and we are still in awe with the life the record and songs have had since their original release."
Adkins said the anniversary shows will feature updated production elements to reflect the band's history. He described the tour as a way to celebrate the record's connection with the audience.
"I feel like at this time in our lives, especially for me, it's important to get back to a place that you can savor," Adkins said. "This tour is designed to be an elevated version of our show, a heightened experience with production that reflects 25 years of learning how to stretch artistically in the live environment."
Drummer Zach Lind said the tour serves as a way to show appreciation to fans who have supported the band's career. The group intends to play the "Bleed American" album in its entirety along with other material.
The album "Bleed American" was released on July 24, 2001, through DreamWorks Records. Its most successful single, "The Middle," reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a place in the Spotify Billion Streams Club in 2024. Billboard reported that the record helped the Arizona-based quartet achieve platinum success in the United States.
Several modern alternative and pop-rock artists have identified the album as a primary influence on their music. This list includes Fall Out Boy, Paramore, Dashboard Confessional and Taking Back Sunday. SPIN described the record as a lasting example of rock music from the era that resisted temporary trends.
Ticket presales for Citi and American Express cardmembers begin Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. local time. General ticket sales will open to the public on Friday, Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. local time through the band's official website.
