Bon Jovi Unleashes the Beast: The 2026 Leg of the M72 World Tour
Jon Bon Jovi and his indomitable singers in the rock band Bon Jovi have unleashed the best beast: the 2026 leg of their epoch-defining M72 World Tour. Announced on November 13, 2025, this triumphant return to the global stage signals not just a comeback, but a roaring resurrection of one of rock’s most enduring forces. After years of uncertainty shadowed by Jon’s vocal cord surgery, the band is primed to deliver anthems that have defined generations, blending the raw energy of their ’80s heyday with the polished fire of their latest chapter.
The M72 Tourโdrawing inspiration from Metallica’s innovative “No Repeat Weekend” formatโpromises electrifying surprises. Jon revealed in recent interviews that he’s meticulously crafting setlists, rehearsing two hours daily, four days a week, to ensure no two nights feel the same. “The one thing I am in control of is the setlist,” he told Planet Rock, echoing chats with Metallica’s Lars Ulrich about rotating tracks to keep fans on their toes. Expect deep cuts from *Slippery When Wet* rubbing shoulders with rarities from *Forever*, Bon Jovi’s 2024 album that marked Jon’s post-surgery vocal triumph. Produced by John Shanks, *Forever* reunited Jon with keyboardist David Bryan and drummer Tico Torres, infusing fresh urgency into their signature blend of heartland rock and stadium soar.
Kicking off July 7, 2026, at New York’s Madison Square Gardenโtheir spiritual homeโthe tour opens with a staggering nine-night residency (July 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, and 23), already expanded due to “overwhelming demand.” From there, the beast crosses the Atlantic: Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium on August 28, Dublin’s Croke Park on September 1, and a seismic closer at London’s Wembley Stadium on September 4. Produced by Live Nation, these arena-shaking spectacles will feature immersive productionโthough Jon nixed an “in the round” setup for a more traditional thunder. VIP packages tease side-stage views, front-row glory, and exclusive lounges stocked with band memorabilia, turning each show into a communal ritual.
This isn’t mere nostalgia; it’s vindication. The announcement caps a saga chronicled in Hulu’s *Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story*, where Jon’s 2022 vocal atrophyโfirst evident mid-tourโthreatened to silence the siren. “I wondered if I’d ever tour again,” he admitted, detailing rehab’s grueling grind. Yet, with *Forever (Legendary Edition)* dropping October 24, 2025, featuring star-studded collabs like James Bay on “Legendary,” Robbie Williams on “We Made It Look Easy,” and Jelly Roll on “Living Proof,” Bon Jovi reaffirms their legacy: over 130 million albums sold, Rock Hall induction, and billions in ticket grosses.
For Jovi faithful, the M72 leg is more than concertsโit’s catharsis. “There’s joy in sharing these nights,” Jon beamed, evoking the unbreakable bond forged since 1983. As Richie Sambora’s spirit lingers in the ether (though he’s absent), the core trioโJon, David, Ticoโplus Phil X on guitar and Everett Bradley on percussionโwill summon the ghosts of “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “It’s My Life.” Tickets via Ticketmaster start at $99; presales for fan club members (Jon Bon Jovi Experience) hit October 28. More dates loom, but this beast is loose: Bon Jovi’s proving rock gods don’t retireโthey reload.
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