Keanu Reeves, the enduring Hollywood icon known for his stoic presence in blockbusters like The Matrix and John Wick, is stepping back into the spotlight—not on a film set, but on concert stages around the globe. His rock band, Dogstar, announced on Tuesday a sprawling 2026 world tour featuring 32 dates across North America, Europe and Australia. The news, dropped via social media and the band’s official website, has already sparked a frenzy among fans eager to see the 61-year-old actor trade the silver screen for the electric energy of live music.

Dogstar, the alt-rock trio comprising Reeves on bass, vocalist and guitarist Bret Domrose, and drummer Rob Mailhouse, has been building momentum since reuniting in 2023 after a two-decade hiatus. Their latest album, Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees, released in October 2023, marked a triumphant return, blending ’90s grunge influences with introspective lyrics that resonate with Reeves’ off-screen persona of quiet intensity and philanthropy. The tour, billed as the “Global Echoes Tour,” promises to bring that sound to arenas and theaters, with setlists drawing heavily from the new record alongside fan favorites from their 1996 debut, Our Little Visionary.

The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for Reeves, who has balanced his acting career with Dogstar’s revival. Fresh off promoting the John Wick spinoff Ballerina earlier this year, Reeves has hinted in recent interviews that music provides a grounding counterpoint to the high-stakes world of Hollywood. “There’s something pure about the stage,” he told Rolling Stone in a rare sit-down last summer. “No scripts, just the vibe of the room and the riffs carrying you through.” Domrose echoed that sentiment in a statement released alongside the tour dates: “We’ve poured our souls into these songs, and now we’re ready to share them with the world. Keanu’s groove on bass is the heartbeat of it all—can’t wait to feel that pulse with you.”

The tour kicks off in February 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, a nod to Reeves’ Canadian roots, before crisscrossing North America with stops in major cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Toronto, and Miami. Fans on the West Coast will get early access with shows at the Hollywood Bowl and Seattle’s Paramount Theatre, venues that have hosted rock legends for decades. The North American leg, comprising 15 dates, wraps up in late April in Mexico City, extending the reach south of the border for the first time in the band’s touring history.

From there, Dogstar heads to Europe in May, where 12 performances are slated across the continent. London’s O2 Arena headlines the run, followed by gigs in Paris at the Olympia, Berlin’s Tempodrom, and Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome. The European dates reflect the band’s growing international appeal, with Mailhouse noting in a press release that “Europe has always felt like home for our sound—raw, unfiltered rock that hits different under those historic lights.” Smaller venues in cities like Dublin and Madrid round out the schedule, offering intimate settings for deeper connections with audiences.

The tour culminates Down Under in July and August, with eight dates in Australia, including headline spots at Sydney’s Opera House forecourt and Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena. This marks Dogstar’s first full Australian run since the ’90s, a development that’s already dominating local music forums. “Bringing our music to the Southern Hemisphere feels like closing a circle,” Domrose said. “The energy there is unmatched—sun-soaked crowds ready to lose themselves in the music.”

Tickets for the tour go on sale this Friday, November 14, via Ticketmaster and the band’s website, with presales starting Wednesday for email subscribers. Prices are expected to range from $75 for general admission to $250 for premium packages, including VIP meet-and-greets. Organizers have warned of high demand, urging fans to act fast, especially for the North American and European legs. “Keanu’s draw is universal,” said a representative for Live Nation, the tour’s promoter. “We’re anticipating sellouts in under an hour for key markets.”

This isn’t Dogstar’s first rodeo. The band formed in 1991 amid the grunge explosion, with Reeves—then riding high from Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey—providing the low-end pulse that grounded Domrose’s soaring vocals and Mailhouse’s dynamic drumming. Their early days were a whirlwind of Hollywood adjacency: opening for artists like Bon Jovi and sharing stages with emerging acts that would define the era. But life intervened. Reeves’ personal tragedies, including the stillbirth of his daughter and the death of his partner in 1999, led to a hiatus, as did the demands of his ascending film career. Dogstar quietly disbanded in 1995, leaving behind a cult following and a handful of tracks that captured the angst of youth.

The reunion, sparked during the pandemic, was organic. “We’d all kept in touch, jamming sporadically,” Mailhouse recounted in a 2023 NME profile. “Then one day, Keanu says, ‘Let’s make an album.’ No egos, just the music.” The result was Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees, a 10-track effort produced by Tony Berg (Beck, Andrew Bird) that explores themes of resilience and fleeting joy. Tracks like “Whiskey, Wine & Chocolate” and “Glide” showcase Reeves’ understated bass lines weaving through Domrose’s gritty riffs, evoking comparisons to Pearl Jam’s brooding introspection.

Critical reception has been warm, if niche. Pitchfork praised the album’s “honest grit,” awarding it a 7.2, while Billboard noted how “Reeves’ presence elevates the proceedings without overshadowing his bandmates.” Live shows have been the real revelation. Dogstar’s 2024 Summer Vacation Tour—15 U.S. dates that drew rave reviews—proved the trio’s chemistry remains electric. At a sold-out stop in Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg, the crowd chanted Reeves’ name, but it was Domrose’s raw delivery on “My Mind’s Eye” that stole the show, per audience accounts. “It’s not a Keanu sideshow,” one attendee posted on Reddit. “These guys are a legit band.”

The 2026 tour expands on that momentum, with production upgrades including immersive lighting and a stage design inspired by the album’s palm-tree motifs. Support acts are yet to be announced, but insiders whisper possibilities like rising indie rockers or ’90s throwbacks to complement the vibe. Health protocols from recent tours will carry over, with venues requiring proof of vaccination or negative tests where local laws mandate.

For Reeves, the tour is more than a victory lap. Long admired for his humility—donating millions to charities like the SickKids Foundation and sharing his Matrix earnings with stunt performers—it’s a chance to connect directly with supporters. “Music’s been my anchor,” he shared in a brief video accompanying the announcement, his trademark half-smile flashing. “Hope you join us for the ride.” At an estimated 35 shows over six months, the Global Echoes Tour positions Dogstar as a touring force, bridging generations of fans from Speed obsessives to Zoomers discovering Reeves via TikTok edits.

As the calendar flips to 2026, expect ripple effects. Merch drops featuring tour-exclusive vinyl and apparel are slated for preorder, alongside a potential live album capturing the jaunt. Film buffs might catch Reeves on downtime, scouting locations for his next project, the long-awaited John Wick 5. But for now, all eyes are on the bassist’s bass—set to thrum through stadiums worldwide.

Dogstar’s ascent underscores a broader trend: actors moonlighting in music, from Jared Leto’s Thirty Seconds to Mars to Russell Crowe’s indoor Gardens. Yet few carry the weight of Reeves, whose offbeat charm has made him a meme-worthy everyman. Will the tour break records? Outgross his box-office hauls? That’s speculation. What’s certain is 35 nights of unscripted rock, where the man who dodged bullets on screen now chases choruses under spotlights.

Fans are already mobilizing. Hashtags like #Dogstar2026 and #KeanuOnTour are trending, with virtual watch parties planned for the presale launch. In an era of fleeting celebrity, Reeves’ pivot to the stage feels refreshingly grounded—a reminder that even immortals on film need the roar of a crowd to feel alive.