Fear Factory & Mushroomhead Announce Joint US Tour

The 'Soul of a New War Machine' tour kicks off in October and runs through November.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The industrial metal bands Fear Factory and Mushroomhead have announced a joint U.S. tour called the 'Soul of a New War Machine' tour. The tour will launch on October 13 in New Haven, Connecticut and wrap up on November 11 in Nashville.

Why it matters

This joint tour between two prominent industrial metal acts will bring together the bands' dedicated fanbases and provide an opportunity for fans to experience the unique sounds and energetic live performances of both groups.

The details

The 'Soul of a New War Machine' tour will feature Fear Factory and Mushroomhead performing their respective catalogs of heavy, industrial-influenced metal music. Tickets for the tour go on sale this Friday, and fans can find the full list of dates and ticket information on the bands' official websites.

  • The tour kicks off on October 13, 2026 in New Haven, Connecticut.
  • The tour wraps up on November 11, 2026 in Nashville.

The players

Fear Factory

An American industrial metal band formed in 1989 and known for their heavy, mechanized sound and socially conscious lyrics.

Mushroomhead

An American heavy metal band formed in 1993, known for their theatrical live performances and use of masks and costumes.

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What they’re saying

“'Detonating The System with Masks & Machine. A mechanized assault of rhythm, aggression, and controlled chaos. Initiate Engage Execute.'”

— Fear Factory (Facebook)

What’s next

Tickets for the 'Soul of a New War Machine' tour will go on sale this Friday, February 21, 2026.

The takeaway

This joint tour between two pioneering industrial metal acts will provide fans with an opportunity to experience the raw power and theatrical elements that have defined both Fear Factory and Mushroomhead's live performances over the decades.