Korn, Requiem Tour Keeps Rolling With Global Dates
24.06.2026 - 03:25:43 | ad-hoc-news.de
Korn remain a dependable live draw in rock and metal, and their current tour schedule shows no sign of slowing down. The band are carrying the Requiem album cycle into 2026 with a mix of European headlining shows and major festival appearances, per listings on their official site and platforms such as Ticketmaster and Songkick.
Where Korn play next
The most visible anchor for U.S. fans this year is Korn's presence on the festival circuit rather than a standalone national tour. According to a recent Korn itinerary compiled by Songkick, the band spend much of mid-2026 in Europe, with a string of dates across Germany, the U.K. and other territories.
Those dates include headlining or high-billed slots at several rock festivals and arena-level venues. While the exact routing has shifted compared to the initial Requiem tour launch, the pattern is familiar to U.S. fans: Korn balance North American activity with sustained overseas touring, ensuring the show remains accessible to a global audience.
How the current run connects to Requiem
Korn released Requiem in February 2022, and the tour behind it began that same year with U.S. amphitheater dates and co-headlining bills alongside other heavy acts, as documented by outlets like Billboard. The band's decision to keep material from that record at the center of their set underlines how songs from the album have embedded themselves into their catalogue.
Recent setlists from fan-compiled sources show cuts like Start the Healing and Forgotten alongside staples such as Freak on a Leash and Blind. For U.S. listeners, that mix means any future stateside dates will likely continue to offer a blend of late-1990s classics and newer work, keeping the experience current without abandoning the band's roots.
Tour, charts and work at a glance for Korn
For readers who want a broader view of Korn's touring history, album releases and chart impact, further coverage on the band and their peers is available in the AD HOC NEWS archive and through Korn's own channels.
The musical core of Korn
Korn emerged from Bakersfield, California in the mid-1990s with a sound that fused downtuned guitars, hip-hop inflections and stark lyrics about trauma and alienation. Albums like Korn (1994) and Follow the Leader (1998) were pivotal in the so-called nu metal movement, with the latter debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in August 1998, according to Billboard's chart archive.
Over time, the band integrated electronic textures and more melodic passages while retaining their rhythmic heaviness. Producers such as Nick Raskulinecz and Rick Rubin have worked with Korn, but the core identity still rests on Jonathan Davis's distinctive vocal performances and the interplay of guitarists James 'Munky' Shaffer and Brian 'Head' Welch.
Where Korn stand right now
Against this backdrop, Korn are currently in a phase of ongoing international touring built around Requiem, with further live activity expected, even if a dedicated new U.S. tour leg has yet to be confirmed.
Korn at a glance
- Act: Korn
- Genre: Alternative metal, nu metal
- Origin: Bakersfield, California, United States
- Active since: 1993
- Lineup: Jonathan Davis (vocals), James 'Munky' Shaffer (guitar), Brian 'Head' Welch (guitar), Reginald 'Fieldy' Arvizu (bass), Ray Luzier (drums)
- Label: Loma Vista Recordings
- Key works: Korn (1994), Follow the Leader (1998), Issues (1999), Requiem (2022)
- Current album/single: Requiem, released February 4, 2022
- Charts / certifications: Follow the Leader No. 1 on Billboard 200, August 29, 1998; multiple Platinum albums certified by the RIAA across the late 1990s and early 2000s
- Next live date: currently with no announced live date
Frequently asked questions about Korn
When did Korn release the album Requiem?
Korn released Requiem on February 4, 2022, via Loma Vista Recordings, with first-week physical and streaming sales reflecting the band's enduring fan base in the U.S. rock market.
Which Korn album first reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200?
Follow the Leader became Korn's first Billboard 200 No. 1 album on the chart dated August 29, 1998, marking a key breakthrough in their mainstream recognition among U.S. listeners.
Who are the current members of Korn?
The current Korn lineup consists of Jonathan Davis, James 'Munky' Shaffer, Brian 'Head' Welch, Reginald 'Fieldy' Arvizu and Ray Luzier, combining original members with later additions to maintain the band's live and studio presence.
This article was created with AI assistance and editorially reviewed. All information without guarantee; dates, chart positions and certifications may change at short notice.
