Shinedown to Bring Dance Kid Dance Act II World Tour to Tampa
On February 17, 2026, Shinedown, one of the most renowned bands globally, revealed plans for the release of their highly anticipated studio album, EI8HT, on May 29th via Atlantic Records. Alongside this announcement, they introduced a new track titled “Safe And Sound” and unveiled details about their upcoming Dance Kid Dance Act II World Tour. This tour will span 54 dates across 11 countries, with a stop scheduled at Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena on Saturday, May 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Expressing his excitement for the new album, the forthcoming tour, and the collaboration with bandmate and producer Eric Bass, Brent Smith shared, “This album is over a year in the making. Without question as a band, we pushed ourselves like never before, especially when it comes to Eric. Myself, Zach, and Barry are incredibly honored to create and work with such an extraordinary producer, engineer, mixer, songwriter, musician, performer, and bandmate.” The band is thrilled about the long-awaited release of their 8th Studio album, EI8HT, and the kick-off of their Dance Kid Dance Act ll World Tour.
Accompanying Shinedown on the expansive global tour will be Coheed and Cambria and Black Stone Cherry. Detailed information about tour dates and performances can be found on Shinedown’s official website.
Notably, the band recently announced the launch of Shinedown’s Lunatic Ball Beach Weekend, slated for October 23-25, 2026 in Miramar Beach, FL. This three-day event will feature performances by Shinedown, BUSH, Hanson, Flyleaf (with Lacey Sturm), Living Colour, From Ashes to New, Guardians of the Jukebox, Neon Mooners, and more artists yet to be announced. Fans can access ticketing details on the band’s website.
Having wrapped up a successful recent year, Shinedown is on the brink of a new chapter laden with unparalleled momentum. In the past year, the band released four major hits – “Dance, Kid, Dance,” “Killing Fields,” “Three Six Five,” and “Searchlight” – solidifying their reputation as a dominant force in contemporary music. With songs like “Dance, Kid, Dance” and “Killing Fields” soaring to No. 1 on rock radio, and “Three Six Five” achieving global crossover success, Shinedown’s legacy has been marked by a string of record-breaking achievements, including the most No.1 songs on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart and Mediabase’s Active Rock Chart.
Noteworthy is the band’s historical debut of “Searchlight” at the Grand Ole Opry, a track that resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. Describing the creative process behind the song, frontman Brent Smith mentioned, “Sometimes when you listen close enough to the universe and you’re willing to receive something from it- a song can come out of thin air. We didn’t find this one, it found us.” This performance has been lauded as a standout moment in Shinedown’s illustrious career.
Furthermore, their recent nominations at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards reflect the band’s continued influence within the music industry. Shinedown is nominated for Rock Artist of the Year, Duo/Group of the Year, and Rock Song of the Year, all of which underscore their consistent excellence and impact.
Shinedown’s dedication to philanthropy was evident during their Dance, Kid, Dance arena tour, as they raised $300,000 for Musicians On Call by donating $1 per ticket sold. This initiative contributed to launching a new bedside music program in partnership with HCA Florida Healthcare.
With their chart-topping music, prestigious accolades, and EI8HT album on the horizon, Shinedown is poised to dominate 2026 with unwavering momentum. Fans can anticipate more exciting news and releases from the band in the near future.