Brass Against are gearing up for an exciting start to 2026 as they hit the road with their newly announced What Better Time Than Now Tour. Armed with their latest covers album, VI, the genre-defying collective is set to bring their unmistakable, horn-driven sound to stages across the northeastern United States. Known for transforming heavy rock and metal anthems into bold brass arrangements, Brass Against continue to push musical boundaries while honoring the spirit of the songs that inspire them.
The tour’s name is a direct nod to “Guerilla Radio,” the iconic Rage Against The Machine track that Brass Against memorably covered back in 2018. That cover helped solidify the group’s reputation for fusing protest-era energy with the power of a full brass ensemble. Interestingly, while Rage Against The Machine covers are not featured on VI, the album still captures the band’s rebellious and electrifying essence through reinterpretations of songs by AC/DC, Tool, Faith No More, and other influential acts.
VI showcases Brass Against at a confident and creative peak. The album highlights their ability to reimagine familiar tracks with explosive horn sections, dynamic rhythms, and soulful vocals, giving classic songs a fresh and unexpected identity. Rather than simply recreating the originals, Brass Against inject their own voice and perspective into each performance, resulting in music that feels both nostalgic and forward-thinking.
The What Better Time Than Now Tour kicks off on January 23, 2026, in New York City at the Gramercy Theatre, a fitting starting point for a band with deep roots in the city’s vibrant music scene. From there, the tour will move through Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Maryland, offering fans multiple chances to experience Brass Against’s powerful live shows in more intimate venues.
Tour dates include stops on February 25 in Warrendale, PA at Jergel’s, February 26 in Philadelphia, PA at Underground Arts, and February 27 in Asbury Park, NJ at House Of Independents. The band will continue on February 28 in Bethlehem, PA at Musikfest Café, followed by a Massachusetts run with shows on March 4 in Cambridge at Middle East Downstairs and March 6 in Amherst at The Drake. Additional performances include March 5 in Woodstock, NY at Colony Woodstock, March 7 in Hartford, CT at The Webster, and a March 8 date in Baltimore, MD at Soundstage.
With VI as their latest statement and a focused run of live dates ahead, Brass Against’s What Better Time Than Now Tour promises to be a celebration of fearless reinterpretation, musical unity, and high-energy performances. For fans of rock, metal, and innovative brass music alike, early 2026 offers the perfect moment to witness Brass Against in their element—loud, bold, and unapologetically original.