JOHN 5 Announces First Ever Solo European Tour for May 2026

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Guitarist John 5 will bring his extraordinary talents to Europe in May 2026. Apart from a few shows in 2016, this is John's first-ever solo tour in these territories.

For over 30 years, John 5 has been one of the most in-demand guitar players on the planet. John has shared stages and recording studios with Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, David Lee Roth, LYNYRD SKYNYRD, Meat Loaf, Dolly Parton and more, and is now a member of MÖTLEY CRÜE.

Since 2011 John has released a dozen solo albums highlighting his unique style of playing that has been entertaining and impressing audiences around world. His latest album was the critically acclaimed "Ghost", released in October 2025.

The tour will include 12 U.K. appearances along with shows in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland and the Czech Republic.

John comments: "I don't think I've ever been more excited for a tour than this one coming up. I haven't been there in so long and I can't wait to say hello and have a great time with everyone. Super SUPER excited."

John 5 May 2026 European tour dates:

May 05 - Southampton, UK @ The 1865

May 06 - Exeter, UK @ Phoenix

May 07 - Bristol, UK @ Thekla

May 08 - Manchester, UK @ Club Academy

May 09 - Newcastle, UK @ Newcastle University

May 10 - Glasgow, UK @ Slay

May 12 - Chester, UK @ Live Rooms

May 13 - Wolverhampton, UK @ KK's Steel Mill

May 14 - London, UK @ Underworld

May 15 - Milton Keynes, UK @ Craufurd Arms

May 16 - Southend On Sea, UK @ Chinnerys