Alesso Returns With ‘FADE,’ a Pendulum Collaboration and Major US Tour Plans
Alesso enters 2026 doing what few artists can pull off seamlessly. He announces new music and a US headline tour at the same time, delivering a one-two punch that instantly reminds you why he still sits firmly in heavyweight territory within electronic music.
His first release of the year, “FADE,” arrives as a collaboration with Pendulum, and it feels like one of those moments where you press play and immediately think, yeah, this makes sense. Emotional, expansive, and built around a slow-burning intensity, the track leans into exactly what Alesso has always done best. Big atmosphere. Emotional build. A drop that feels earned instead of rushed.
It is the kind of song that feels tailor-made for large stages but still holds its weight on its own. You can already hear the summer remix potential. Different tempos. Different spins. Different moods. The foundation is there, and it would not be surprising to see “FADE” reworked across festival sets over the next year.
What really stands out is how naturally Pendulum fits into Alesso’s world. Rob Swire’s vocals bring a dramatic edge that elevates the track without overpowering it. The collaboration does not feel like a forced crossover or a novelty pairing. It feels overdue, in the best way. One of those combinations where you wonder why it took this long for it to happen.
And as if the release alone was not enough, Alesso is officially taking the sound on the road.
Alongside “FADE,” he announced his first-ever US headline tour, kicking off this spring at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater. Starting a tour there immediately sets the tone. Red Rocks is not just another stop. It is a statement, and it is hard to imagine a better setting for music that thrives on emotion and scale.
From there, the tour will move through major US cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City. For fans who have mainly caught Alesso through festival appearances in recent years, this run offers something different. A chance to experience his sound in a more focused setting, built around his catalog from start to finish.
Alesso’s reputation speaks for itself at this point. He is one of those names that consistently draws massive crowds, whether it is Ultra, Coachella, EDC Las Vegas, or anywhere else on the global circuit. Songs like “Years,” “Calling,” “If I Lose Myself,” “Cool,” and “Take My Breath Away” are not just hits. They are part of dance music’s shared history. Even years later, they still land.
What is just as telling is that he continues to pull in new listeners while holding onto longtime fans. That kind of longevity does not happen by accident. It comes from evolving without losing identity, and “FADE” feels like another example of that balance.
New music. A US tour. A collaboration that feels obvious in hindsight. Alesso is stepping into 2026 with momentum, and if this is how the year starts, it is worth paying attention to where it goes next.
Listen to “FADE”
Alesso and Pendulum – FADE
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Alesso 2026 US Headline Tour
Presale is currently live, giving fans early access to tickets ahead of the general on-sale.
Tour stops include:
- April 25, 2026
Morrison, CO
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
The tour kicks off at one of the most legendary venues in the world, setting the tone for the entire run. - June 5, 2026
San Francisco, CA
Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
A longtime hub for electronic music culture and a city where Alesso’s sound has always landed strong. - June 13, 2026
Los Angeles, CA
Sears Building
A major hometown-style stop in one of the most important markets in dance music. - August 22, 2026
New York City, NY
Brooklyn Army Terminal
A massive closing night in NYC, rounding out the tour with a high-impact finale.
Fans can RSVP now and access presale tickets through Alesso’s official tour page, with general ticket sales to follow.
