Joe Satriani and Steve Vai Announce Inaugural SatchVai Band North American Tour for 2026
Guitar legends Joe Satriani and Steve Vai are gearing up for an exciting collaboration as they take their SatchVai Band on its first North American tour in 2026. This highly anticipated tour is set to captivate fans with a series of electrifying performances across 40 dates, kicking off on April 1 in Seattle and wrapping up on May 30 in Vienna, Virginia.
A Continuation of the Surfing With the Hydra Tour
The upcoming tour will follow the success of their 2025 Surfing With the Hydra Tour, which saw the duo performing across the U.K. and Europe. Their joint performances received widespread acclaim, fueling excitement for their debut U.S. tour.
Reflecting on their European success, Vai shared his enthusiasm, stating, “The SatchVai Band summer Euro tour of 2025 far exceeded anything I could have imagined. Joe and I struck pure jammin’ gold night after night. Being in the same band with Joe, playing songs we actually wrote together on stage, in real time felt like watching a childhood fantasy step out of my teenage brain and stroll onto the stage. And somehow, it was even more rewarding, satisfying, and downright fulfilling than I ever thought possible.”
Meet the SatchVai Band
The SatchVai Band will also feature renowned musicians Kenny Aronoff on drums, Marco Mendoza on bass, and Pete Thorn on guitar. Additionally, the progressive metal band Animals as Leaders will serve as the opening act for all tour dates, adding to the excitement of the lineup.
Satriani expressed his eagerness for the North American leg of the tour, stating, “The SatchVai Band rides again! After a fantastic European tour last summer, Steve, Kenny, Marco, Pete and I will bring the Surfing With The Hydra Tour to the US. We can’t wait to play you the new material from our forthcoming SatchVai album along with your favorite songs from our shared catalog. And that’s not all, we’re bringing along the incomparable Animals As Leaders. You do not want to miss this show with this lineup!”
Upcoming Music Releases
Fans can look forward to more than just live performances, as the SatchVai Band is set to release a new single titled “Dancing” on March 2, with a full-length album expected later in 2026.
2026 Tour Dates
Below is the full list of tour dates for the SatchVai Band in 2026:
- April 1 – Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre
- April 2 – Portland, OR @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
- April 4 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
- April 5 – Reno, NV @ Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
- April 7 – Long Beach, CA @ Long Beach Terrace Theater
- April 8 – San Diego, CA @ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
- April 10 – Mesa, AZ @ Mesa Amphitheatre
- April 11 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Theater at Virgin Las Vegas
- April 14 – Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom
- April 16 – Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
- April 17 – Dallas, TX @ Music Hall at Fair Park
- April 18 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live at the Moody Theater
- April 20 – Mobile, AL @ Saenger Theatre
- April 22 – Pompano Beach, FL @ Pompano Beach Amphitheater
- April 24 – Clearwater, FL @ Baycare Sound
- April 25 – St. Augustine, FL @ St. Augustine Amphitheatre
- April 26 – Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live
- April 27 – Atlanta, GA @ Atlanta Symphony Hall
- April 29 – Charlotte, NC @ Ovens Auditorium
- April 30 – Durham, NC @ DPAC
- May 2 – Minneapolis, MN @ State Theatre
- May 3 – Chicago, IL @ Chicago Theatre
- May 5 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Riverside Theater
- May 7 – Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
- May 8 – Cincinnati, OH @ PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center
- May 9 – Indianapolis, IN @ Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
- May 10 – St. Louis, MO @ The Factory
- May 12 – Buffalo, NY @ Kleinhans Music Hall
- May 13 – Toronto, Ont @ Meridian Hall
- May 15 – Northfield, OH @ MGM Northfield Park
- May 16 – Rochester Hills, MI @ Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
- May 17 – Syracuse, NY @ Landmark Theatre
- May 20 – Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion
- May 21 – Albany, NY @ Palace Theatre
- May 22 – Waterbury, CT @ Palace Theater
- May 23 – Virginia Beach, VA @ The Dome
- May 27 – Reading, PA @ Santander Performing Arts Center
- May 28 – New York, NY @ Beacon Theatre
- May 29 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Borgata
- May 30 – Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap
Conclusion
The SatchVai Band’s inaugural North American tour promises to be a monumental event in the rock music landscape of 2026. With a talented lineup, new music on the horizon, and the combined virtuosity of Satriani and Vai, fans are in for an unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and prepare for a celebration of guitar mastery as these two legends hit the road together.
FAQs
When does the SatchVai Band tour begin?
The tour starts on April 1, 2026, in Seattle, WA.
How many dates are included in the tour?
The tour consists of 40 dates across North America.
Will there be new music released during the tour?
Yes, the SatchVai Band plans to release a new single titled “Dancing” on March 2, 2026, with a full album expected later in the year.
Who will open for the SatchVai Band on tour?
The progressive metal band Animals as Leaders will be the opening act for all tour dates.
