Kevin Cronin & Styx Kick Off Summer 2025 Tour

The 2025 Summer Tour featuring Styx and Kevin Cronin, most popularly known as the frontman for REO Speedwagon, is set to be one of the most anticipated collaborations in the rock world. This massive North American tour, fittingly titled “The Brotherhood of Rock Tour,” will include a lineup of beloved rock classics, bringing together old and new fans alike to celebrate the timeless allure of live rock music. Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder will also join the tour, adding an extra layer of excitement and virtuosity to the concert experience.

The tour kicks off in Greenville, South Carolina, on May 28, 2025, and wraps up on August 24 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Throughout the nearly three-month journey, Styx and Cronin will grace stages in prominent cities including Dallas, Toronto, Denver, and Cincinnati. Styx and Cronin's collaboration evokes nostalgic memories of their initial encounter at O’Hare Airport in 1975, and their first joint tour in the early 2000s, which time and again proves their musical brotherhood remains strong. This shared history infuses the tour with a potent mix of camaraderie, shared memories, and a mutual respect that translates into their electrifying stage performances.

Despite rumors of tension leading to REO Speedwagon's decision to cease touring in 2024, Kevin Cronin continues to carry the legacy forward by collaborating with Styx on stage. This tour essentially serves as a testament to his enduring appeal and resilience as a rock legend. Cronin’s band for this tour maintains the essence of REO Speedwagon, featuring longtime members such as Dave Amato and Bryan Hitt. This continuity in personnel ensures that fans get to experience their favorite hits delivered by the voices and musicians they’ve come to love. Meanwhile, the addition of Don Felder contributes significantly to the allure of the tour, with his Eagles legacy promising iconic guitar solos and a robust rock experience.

For fans eager to catch their favorite bands live, tickets are expected to be in high demand. These tickets offer more than just a chance to hear great music; they are an entry into a celebratory environment that harks back to the golden age of classic rock. Each night's setlist is crafted to take audiences on a journey through the best of Styx and Cronin's vast catalogues, with iconic numbers sure to stir nostalgia and elicit sing-alongs. Hiring Felder as a supporting act ensures that the concert has structure and continuity, captivating the audience with rock tunes that have defined generations.

Details surrounding the setlists point towards a comprehensive showcase of both bands' greatest hits, including Styx's “Come Sail Away” and “Renegade,” as well as Cronin's “Keep on Loving You” and “Take It on the Run.” This fusion of musical prowess and history makes the Brotherhood of Rock Tour more than just a series of concerts; it's a celebration of the passages of time, the evolution of rock music, and the unyielding bond between artists and their fans.

Styx May 28, 2025 Greenville, SC Set List (via SetList.fm)

The Grand Illusion
1. “The Grand Illusion”
2. “Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)”
3. “Superstars”
4. “Come Sail Away”
5. “Miss America”
6. “Man in the Wilderness”
7. “Castle Walls”
8. “The Grand Finale”

9. “Rockin' the Paradise”
10. “Too Much Time on My Hands”
11. “Lady”
12. “Build and Destroy”
13. “The Best of Times”
14. “Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)”
15. “Mr. Roboto”
16. “Renegade”

Don Felder May 28, 2025 Greenville, SC Set List (via SetList.fm)

1. “Already Gone”
2. “One of These Nights”
3. “Victim of Love”
4. “Seven Bridges Road”
5. “I Like the Things You Do”
6. “Heavy Metal (Takin' a Ride)”
7. “Take It Easy”
8. “Heartache Tonight”
9. “Life in the Fast Lane”
10. “Hotel California”