Eric Burdon Announces Farewell 2025 World Tour: A Final Homecoming for the Rock Legend
Legendary rock vocalist Eric Burdon, best known as the frontman of The Animals and War, has announced a highly anticipated farewell world tour set to kick off in early 2025. The tour, dubbed “The Final Homecoming,” will mark the iconic artist’s final bow on the global stage after decades of electrifying performances and a legacy that shaped the evolution of rock and blues music.
Burdon, now in his 80s, shared the news in a heartfelt statement to fans: “This journey has been incredible. Music has been my life, my solace, and my voice. The 2025 tour will be my way of saying thank you to the millions of fans who have supported me and kept the music alive.”
The tour is expected to include stops in major cities across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, culminating in a series of intimate performances in Burdon’s hometown of Newcastle upon Tyne, England. The setlist promises to be a mix of timeless classics like “House of the Rising Sun,” “We Gotta Get Out of This Place,” and “Spill the Wine,” alongside deeper cuts that defined his storied career.
Fans and music critics alike are celebrating the announcement as a chance to witness one of rock’s most distinctive voices live for the final time. Known for his raw vocal power and emotional delivery, Burdon’s music has transcended generations, earning him a permanent place in the pantheon of rock legends.
Tickets for “The Final Homecoming” tour are expected to go on sale in early 2024, with presale opportunities for fan club members. For many, this farewell tour represents a bittersweet moment—a celebration of a lifetime of music and a poignant goodbye to a true icon.