Bruce Springsteen Welcomes Tom Morello for Tour

Rage Against the Machine guitarist to join Springsteen and E Street Band for select songs

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band have announced that Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello will be joining their upcoming Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour, appearing for 'selected songs for every date' of the tour. Morello and Springsteen have collaborated in the past, with Morello touring with the E Street Band in the mid-2010s and appearing on two Springsteen albums.

Why it matters

The addition of Tom Morello, a renowned guitarist and activist, to Springsteen's tour is significant as it signals a potential collaboration between two iconic artists to use their platform to spotlight important social and political issues during the tour.

The details

Springsteen made the announcement on social media, describing Morello as a 'Grammy-winning, Harvard-educated, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted artist, songwriter and activist' who is 'living proof of the transformative power of rock 'n' roll.' Morello said he was inspired to join the tour after Springsteen surprised him at a recent charity concert in Minneapolis, where they performed together.

  • The Land of Hope and Dreams tour kicks off on March 31, 2026 in Minneapolis.
  • The tour wraps up on May 27, 2026 in Washington, D.C.

The players

Bruce Springsteen

An American singer-songwriter who is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of his generation.

Tom Morello

A Grammy-winning guitarist, songwriter, and activist, best known as a member of the band Rage Against the Machine.

The E Street Band

Springsteen's longtime backing band, known for their energetic and acclaimed live performances.

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What they’re saying

“Together, Bruce, the E Street Band, and I are going to turn a spotlight on the current threats to democracy and human rights happening all around us on the Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour in the spirit of freedom, justice and rock n roll.”

— Tom Morello, Guitarist, Rage Against the Machine (ktlo.com)

What’s next

Fans can find a complete list of tour dates and ticket information on BruceSpringsteen.net.

The takeaway

The collaboration between Springsteen and Morello, two of rock music's most socially conscious artists, suggests the upcoming tour will use its platform to address important issues facing society, blending their powerful music with a message of resistance and activism.