Mike D is making a massive statement. The Beastie Boys co-founder announced an expanded 2026 tour spanning North America and Europe from September 20 through November 5, with stops in Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Philadelphia, Toronto, London, Amsterdam, and Brussels. But the tour announcement is just part of the story. His highly anticipated debut solo album‘Thank You’arrives August 28 on Capitol Records, marking his first full-length solo project in 15 years and his first album away from the Beastie Boys since 2011’s‘Hot Sauce Committee Part Two.’The lead single‘Crypto’is already out and showcasing the experimental direction Mike D is taking, with relentless rhythms and sharp satirical commentary on fraud and greed.
What makes this project special is that it’s genuinely a family affair. The touring band, Mike D 5D, includes his sons Skyler and Davis Diamond alongside collaborators Eddie Ruscha, Will Graefe, and Milo Ruscha. This is the same lineup that recorded the album, creating a personal creative partnership that extends beyond typical artist-and-session-musician relationships. The songs on‘Thank You’reflect this collaborative spirit, pulling from electronic music traditions and the experimental sounds Mike D has been exploring in recent years.
Ticket pre-sales for mailing list subscribers start today, July 21, with general ticket sales opening Friday, July 24 at 10 a.m. local time through Ticketmaster. The tour also includes an appearance at San Francisco’s Portola Music Festival. For fans who’ve been waiting to hear what Mike D does next, this is the moment. Are you planning to catch Mike D on this tour, or are you streaming‘Thank You’first?
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