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Lupe Fiasco and gymclassheroes Announce 2026 US Tour Dates
Rappers Lupe Fiasco and Gym Class Heroes have announced a joint US tour for autumn 2026, with fellow rapper B.o.B. joining as a special guest on most dates. Named the "Back to Basics Tour", the run reunites artists who were prominent in the late 2000s hip-hop scene, offering a nostalgic package for fans of that era, and comes as both acts remain active following recent releases and reunions.
The tour runs from mid-September to late October 2026, taking in 19 dates across cities including Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Denver, Minneapolis, Detroit, San Antonio and Boston. Gym Class Heroes reformed in 2023 after a lengthy hiatus, having last released an album in 2011, while Lupe Fiasco's most recent record, Samurai, came out in 2024. Tickets go on general sale via Ticketmaster from 10am local time on Friday 17th July, with resale also available through Vivid Seats.
In short
- Lupe Fiasco and Gym Class Heroes announce joint 2026 US tour
- B.o.B. features as special guest on most dates
- 19-date "Back to Basics Tour" runs September–October 2026
Explained simply
Lupe Fiasco and Gym Class Heroes are hip-hop artists who rose to prominence in the late 2000s, when their music was widely popular. The tour reunites these artists, offering fans an opportunity to experience both acts together and revisit that era of hip-hop.
Gym Class Heroes had stopped touring and recording after 2011, but reunited in 2023 and have since returned to performing. Lupe Fiasco has remained consistently active during this period and released his latest album, Samurai, in 2024. The tour spans autumn 2026, allowing fans who grew up with this music to reconnect with both artists.