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The Story Behind Bleed American

At the start of 2001, Jimmy Eat World was at a crossroads. Capitol Records had dropped the Mesa, Arizona quartet after their critically acclaimed third album Clarity (1999) failed to find a mainstream audience. Vocalist and guitarist Jim Adkins, guitarist Tom Linton, drummer Zach Lind, and bassist Rick Burch took day jobs to fund the recording of their next album entirely on their own. The result was Bleed American, a self-financed labor of love that would go on to become one of the defining rock records of the early 2000s. The album was picked up by DreamWorks Records and released on July 24, 2001, to massive commercial success. In the wake of September 11, the album was briefly retitled as a self-titled release before reverting to its original name in 2008.

The record’s lead single, “Bleed American,” set the tone with its driving guitars and urgent energy, while “The Middle” became a generation-defining anthem about resilience and self-acceptance. “Sweetness” brought infectious hooks and call-and-response crowd singalongs that remain a hallmark of Jimmy Eat World’s live shows to this day. Other standout tracks like “A Praise Chorus,” “Hear You Me,” and “If You Don’t, Don’t” showcased the band’s emotional range and cemented Bleed American as a front-to-back classic.

What to Expect at the Bleed American 25th Anniversary Tour

Every headlining show on this tour promises a full-album performance of Bleed American, meaning fans will hear all 11 original tracks played live. But the setlist won’t stop there—the band has promised additional songs from their broader catalog, including potential deep cuts and rarities spanning their 30-plus-year career. Jim Adkins has described the production as “a heightened experience” that reflects decades of stagecraft, so attendees can expect enhanced visuals and an atmosphere built around celebration and gratitude. For drummer Zach Lind, this tour represents a “second chance to show appreciation to the fans who provided their livelihood for the past 25 years.”

Key Venues on the Bleed American Tour

The tour route reads like a bucket list of iconic North American concert destinations. Opening night at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, sets the bar with one of the most breathtaking outdoor concert settings in the world. The Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island in Chicago provides stunning Lake Michigan views, while the Brooklyn Paramount and The Rooftop at Pier 17 offer two distinct New York City experiences within the same week. The run through Texas features the Moody Amphitheater in Austin and The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving, and the fall leg brings Jimmy Eat World to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa before the Warped Tour finale in Orlando.

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Meet the Support Acts

The Bleed American Tour’s rotating lineup brings together a multigenerational cross-section of alternative rock. Bands like Sunny Day Real Estate and Girls Against Boys represent the ’90s indie and post-hardcore scene that influenced Jimmy Eat World’s early sound. The Get Up Kids and Hey Mercedes were direct contemporaries during the late-’90s emo boom. Thrice, Rise Against, and Motion City Soundtrack rose alongside Jimmy Eat World in the 2000s alternative explosion. Newer acts like Hot Mulligan, PUP, Mom Jeans, and Illuminati Hotties represent the vibrant current generation of bands that Bleed American helped inspire. This thoughtful curation means every night of the tour tells the story of emo and alternative rock’s evolution.

Jimmy Eat World’s Legacy

Formed in 1993 in Mesa, Arizona, Jimmy Eat World has spent over three decades as one of alternative rock’s most consistent and beloved acts. Following Bleed American, the band released acclaimed albums including Futures (2004), Chase This Light (2007), and Integrity Blues (2016), along with their most recent full-length, Surviving (2019). Their Something(s) Loud EP, released in late 2025, paired recent singles with the previously unreleased track “Failure.” Through lineup stability and artistic evolution, Jim Adkins, Tom Linton, Zach Lind, and Rick Burch have maintained the same four-member roster for over 30 years—a rarity in rock music.

Bleed American Tour – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bleed American 25th Anniversary Tour?

The Bleed American 25th Anniversary Tour is a 2026 concert tour by Jimmy Eat World celebrating 25 years since the release of their breakthrough album Bleed American. The tour spans North America and the United Kingdom from June through November 2026, with Jimmy Eat World performing the entire album live at every headlining show alongside additional songs from their catalog.

When does the Bleed American Tour start and end?

The tour begins on June 9, 2026, at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, and concludes with Vans Warped Tour appearances in November 2026. The schedule includes headlining amphitheater shows throughout the summer and fall, UK dates in August, and Warped Tour festival stops in Washington D.C., Long Beach, Montreal, Mexico City, and Orlando.

Will Jimmy Eat World play the entire Bleed American album?

Yes. At every headlining date on the Bleed American Tour, fans can expect to hear all 11 tracks from the original album performed live in full. The band has also confirmed they will play additional songs from their broader catalog beyond the album, so each show will be a substantial concert experience.

Who are the opening acts on the Bleed American Tour?

The tour features a rotating lineup of special guests that varies by city. Confirmed support acts include Sunny Day Real Estate, Rise Against, Thrice, The Get Up Kids, Motion City Soundtrack, Hot Mulligan, Minus the Bear, Hey Mercedes, Girls Against Boys, PUP, Sparta, Mom Jeans, Illuminati Hotties, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, and Jay Som. Check individual show listings for the specific openers at each date.

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What are the biggest venues on the Bleed American Tour?

Highlights include Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, one of the most iconic outdoor concert venues in the world. The tour also visits major amphitheaters like Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island in Chicago, MGM Music Hall at Fenway Park in Boston, and London’s 20,000-capacity Gunnersbury Park, which will be Jimmy Eat World’s largest UK headline show ever.

Will Jimmy Eat World play Warped Tour in 2026?

Yes. Jimmy Eat World will return to the Vans Warped Tour stage for the first time in 25 years. The band is confirmed for all five 2026 Warped Tour dates in Washington D.C., Long Beach, Montreal, Mexico City, and Orlando. These festival appearances are separate from the headlining Bleed American shows and may feature a different setlist.

Who are the members of Jimmy Eat World?

Jimmy Eat World consists of vocalist and guitarist Jim Adkins, guitarist Tom Linton, drummer Zach Lind, and bassist Rick Burch. The band has maintained this same four-member lineup since the early 1990s, making them one of the most stable rosters in alternative rock. They formed in Mesa, Arizona, in 1993 and have been recording and touring together for over 30 years.

What songs are on the Bleed American album?

The original Bleed American album features 11 tracks: “Bleed American,” “A Praise Chorus,” “The Middle,” “Your House,” “Sweetness,” “Hear You Me,” “If You Don’t, Don’t,” “Get It Faster,” “Cautioners,” “The Authority Song,” and “My Sundown.” All 11 songs will be performed at every headlining tour date, plus additional songs from Jimmy Eat World’s wider discography.

Is My Chemical Romance part of the Bleed American Tour?

Jimmy Eat World will appear as a support act for My Chemical Romance at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on September 6, 2026. This is a standalone date where My Chemical Romance is the headliner, not a standard Bleed American Tour show. The Phoenix stop is near Jimmy Eat World’s hometown of Mesa, Arizona, making it a special homecoming-area appearance.

What is the Bleed American album about?

Bleed American is Jimmy Eat World’s fourth studio album, originally released in July 2001. It blends power-pop hooks, emo vulnerability, and rock energy into a cohesive collection that resonated with millions. Thematically, the songs explore resilience, heartbreak, friendship, and self-empowerment, with “The Middle” becoming an iconic anthem about staying true to yourself despite outside pressure. The album was self-funded by the band after being dropped by Capitol Records.

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