After nearly a decade of radio silence, the emo-rock legends Brand New have just dropped a bombshell that’s sending shockwaves through the music world. The band, which quietly stepped away from the spotlight in 2017, announced their first public shows since their indefinite hiatus—and fans are losing it.
The cryptic announcement arrived via the band’s dormant social media accounts late Thursday, featuring a glitchy, retro-style video teasing tour dates with the caption: “See you soon.” No explanation, no warning—just pure chaos for their cult-like fanbase. Comments flooded in instantly, with one user screaming, “IS THIS REAL LIFE?!” and another joking, “RIP my savings account.”
While details remain sparse, insiders claim the reunion will kick off with three intimate shows in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles this fall—their first live performances since their Science Fiction era. Rumor has it these gigs are a “test run” for a larger 2025 world tour, though the band’s reps have stayed tight-lipped.
What’s fueling the comeback? Speculation is running wild. Some fans think unreleased tracks or a surprise album drop are imminent, while others argue it’s a farewell tour for closure. Frontman Jesse Lacey hasn’t publicly addressed the news, but a source close to the band hinted, “They’ve been quietly working on something big. This is just the start.”
Ticket sales open next Friday, and let’s be real: these shows will sell out in seconds. Diehards are already camping on Ticketmaster’s site, praying to beat the scalpers. If you miss out? Good luck explaining that to your future therapist.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or just curious about the hype, one thing’s clear: Brand New’s return is the comeback story no one saw coming. Stay glued to their socials—this rollercoaster’s just getting started.