Stray Cats Launch First Tour Post-Brian Setzer's Health Diagnosis: Dates and Ticket Info

The Stray Cats Return to North America with a Fall 2025 Tour

The iconic rockabilly band, The Stray Cats, is set to make a highly anticipated return to the stage this fall. This tour marks their first major performance since guitarist and vocalist Brian Setzer revealed in February that he was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Despite the challenges, Setzer has remained optimistic, sharing updates on his health and even recently showcasing his guitar skills in a video. The band will embark on a trek across North America starting in October, bringing their high-energy performances to fans in multiple cities.

A Historic Tour for the Rockabilly Legends

Setzer, who turns 66 this year, has been open about his struggles with his hands during the last tour. He described how his hands would cramp up, making it difficult to play the guitar. However, he has made significant progress, noting that he can now perform simple tasks like tying his shoes. Setzer credits the Mayo Clinic for his recovery and remains hopeful about his future in music. In April, he celebrated his birthday by sharing a video of himself playing the guitar, expressing how much he missed the instrument.

The Stray Cats lineup includes Setzer, bassist Lee Rocker, and drummer Slim Jim Phantom. Together, they have created some of the most memorable rockabilly tracks, including "Stray Cat Strut," "Rock This Town," and "Runaway Boys." Fans can expect to hear these classic hits as well as other fan favorites during their upcoming shows.

Fan Reactions and Excitement

The announcement of the tour has generated immense excitement among fans. Setzer shared his thoughts on the enduring appeal of the band's music, stating, "What blows me away every time is how this music still connects — decades later, it’s just as raw, just as real. We see fans from every generation now."

Rocker, who is 63, added, "There’s nothing like the sound we make when the three of us hit the stage — it’s high-octane rockabilly, loud and proud. We’re fired up to bring that to fans across the country again!"

Phantom, the 64-year-old drummer, expressed his enthusiasm for the tour, saying, "HOLY MACKEREL! The Cats are back for a very special indoor tour. I’m thrilled and excited to be on the road in 2025 with the best Rockabilly band in the world! These are the venues where the Cats sound best and one thing I can guarantee 100%… We Will Rock Your Town!!"

Tour Dates and Ticket Information

The Stray Cats' Fall 2025 Tour will kick off on October 25 at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. The tour will include stops in several major cities, such as Indianapolis, Las Vegas, and New York. Some of the notable venues include:

• Oct. 25 – Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, Mount Pleasant, Mich.
• Oct. 26 – Hard Rock Casino Rockford, Rockford, Ill.
• Oct. 28 – The Louisville Palace, Louisville, Ky.
• Oct. 29 – Murat Theatre, Indianapolis, Ind.
• Oct. 31 – Mershon Auditorium, Columbus, Ohio
• Nov. 1 – Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, Gary, Ind.
• Nov. 2 – MGM Northfield Park Center Stage, Northfield, Ohio
• Nov. 4 – Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown, N.J.
• Nov. 5 – Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury, N.Y.
• Nov. 7 – Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Conn.
• Nov. 8 – The Event Center at Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, N.Y.
• Nov. 9 – The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester, N.Y.
• Nov. 11 – Taft Theatre, Cincinnati, Ohio
• Nov. 13 – Uptown Theater, Kansas City, Mo.
• Nov. 15 – Route 66 Casino Hotel, Albuquerque, N.M.
• Nov. 16 – Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix, Ariz.
• Nov. 18 – Yaamava’ Theater, Highland, Calif.
• Nov. 19 – The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, Nev.
• Nov. 20 – TBA
• Nov. 22 – Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, Santa Rosa, Calif.
• Nov. 23 – Hard Rock Live, Wheatland, Calif.

Tickets for the tour went on sale on August 1 at 10 a.m. local time. Early access was available for those who signed up for the presale, which started on July 29. Fans interested in securing tickets can find more information through the official website.