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Twenty One Pilots Drop New Single & North American 2025 Tour Dates

Twenty One Pilots - Tyler Joseph Twenty One Pilots live at the OVO Hydro on the first night of the UK leg of The Clancy World Tour, Glasgow, UK - 05 May 2025
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Twenty One Pilots are marking an exciting new chapter in their career with the announcement of their latest single, “The Contract,” and their forthcoming album Breach. The Ohio-based duo, comprising Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun, are set to spark renewed excitement among fans with this latest release and a coinciding North American tour entitled “The Clancy Tour: Breach 2025.” As part of their music saga, Twenty One Pilots have evolved significantly since the release of their previous albums, with their 2024 release, Clancy, and 2015's renowned album, *Blurryface*. This new phase promises to weave complex narratives that have been a hallmark of their music over the past decade.

The single “The Contract” provides listeners with an intriguing entry point into Breach, the much-anticipated follow-up to the band’s recent projects. The song is presented as a continuation of the storylines from previous albums, blending suspenseful themes with the distinct sound that Twenty One Pilots have become known for over the years. In the song's music video, the band takes their audience on a visual journey that augments the song's narrative. It features lead singer Tyler Joseph in the role of Clancy, interacting with surreal, shadowy figures, while drummer Josh Dun supports with an intense, driving beat. The representation of glowing-eyed creatures adds to the eerie suspense, embodying the anxieties depicted musically by Joseph's powerful lyrical delivery.

This release has been met with a mixture of anticipation and critique among fans and critics alike. While some reviews from platforms like The Needle Drop underline the band's unique ability to engage their audience through cryptic narratives and energetic compositions, not all feedback has been universally glowing, indicating a diverse range of interpretations and expectations for the new album.

The Clancy Tour: Breach 2025 is set to kick off on September 18th in Cincinnati, Ohio, embracing a wide array of locations including Toronto, Milwaukee, and Los Angeles. This tour is a thrilling prospect for fans who have been following the band’s theatrical and story-driven performances. The band announced that fans eager to experience their live act can participate in presale opportunities, allowing dedicated followers a head start in securing tickets. This part of their promotional campaign reflects the modern intersections of music marketing and fan engagement, utilizing online platforms to spread the word and build momentum ahead of the general ticket sales.

Significantly, the band’s live performances are anticipated to offer not only musical renditions of their latest work but also an immersive experience that aligns with the narrative arcs portrayed in their music. The synthesis of a compelling storyline with striking live visual elements positions Twenty One Pilots as unique in their approach to connecting with and involving their audience. Each concert is set to be more than just a performance, evolving into a shared experience that resonates with themes from previous tours and current releases.

Alongside their music and live performances, Twenty One Pilots continue to build upon their distinct brand, which is deeply rooted in storytelling and artistic expression. Their latest album is expected to further delve into the characters and themes established in past records such as Trench and Scaled and Icy. By extending these stories, Breach not only reprises familiar elements fans have come to love but also promises to bring fresh perspectives, adding depth and continuity to the group's discography.

In essence, Twenty One Pilots' announcement of their new single “The Contract” and their subsequent North American tour symbolizes more than just another project release. It's a continuation of a storytelling journey that has captivated fans around the world, interweaving music with narrative to create an ongoing dialogue with their audience. As anticipation builds for the September release, the band's strategic tour and the subtle weaving of past thematic elements into their new work further cement their reputation as innovators in the music industry. Through Breach, Twenty One Pilots seem prepared to once again challenge both themselves and their listeners, expanding the realms of modern music with compelling, artistic craftsmanship.

Twenty One Pilots 2025 North American Tour:

Sept. 18 – TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
Sept. 20 – Budweiser Stage, Toronto, ON
Sept. 23 – American Family Insurance Amphitheater, Milwaukee, WI
Sept. 24 – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, Tinley Park, IL
Sept. 27 – Hersheypark Stadium, Hershey, PA
Sept. 28 – The Pavilion at Star Lake, Burgettstown, PA
Sept. 30 – XFINITY Theatre, Hartford, CT
Oct. 1 – Maine Savings Amphitheater, Bangor, ME
Oct. 4 – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh, NY
Oct. 5 – Jiffy Lube Live, Bristow, VA
Oct. 7 – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach, VA
Oct. 8 – PNC Music Pavilion, Charlotte, NC
Oct. 10 – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, FL
Oct. 11 – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, FL
Oct. 14 – The Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, AL
Oct. 15 – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta, GA
Oct. 17 – Coca-Cola Amphitheater, Birmingham, AL
Oct. 19 – Walmart AMP, Rogers, AR
Oct. 20 – Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas, TX
Oct. 23 – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, Chula Vista, CA
Oct. 25 – BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, CA

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