Weekly Roundup: Post Malone's Mega Tour, Grammy Vibes & New Metal Drops (Feb 13, 2026)
Welcome back to your weekly dose of music news from around the globe. It's been an absolute whirlwind of a week: Grammy celebrations, massive tour announcements, and some seriously good new music hitting streaming services. Let's dive right in.
Grammy Glory & Chart Domination
The Grammys wrapped up recently, and the music world is still buzzing. Bad Bunny took home the coveted Album of the Year award, cementing his status as one of the biggest artists on the planet right now. Whether you're into reggaeton or not, there's no denying the impact he's had on the music landscape.
Meanwhile, Lady Gaga is absolutely crushing it on the Pollstar charts. Her touring power remains unmatched, proving that after all these years, she's still one of the most bankable live acts in the business. The post-Grammy period always sparks renewed interest in winners and performers, and this year's no different: expect to see these artists dominating playlists and merch tables for weeks to come.
Tour Season Is About to Get Wild
If you've been holding out on booking your concert calendar for 2026, now's the time to get serious. The tour announcements this week have been absolutely bonkers.
Post Malone & Jelly Roll: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour Part 2
Let's start with the big one. Post Malone has announced The BIG ASS Stadium Tour Part 2, and yes, that's the actual name. Kicking off on May 13, 2026 at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas, this stadium run is set to be one of the summer's hottest tickets.
Jelly Roll joins as the main support act, which is a brilliant pairing. Both artists have that crossover appeal that brings together rock fans, hip-hop heads, and country listeners all in one venue. Notable dates include Cleveland's Huntington Bank Field on June 25 and Washington-Grizzly Stadium in Missoula, Montana on July 21.
Tickets are already on sale through Ticketmaster and Live Nation, with prices starting around $94+. If past shows are anything to go by: fans have been raving about the production quality, pyrotechnics, and Post's vocal performances: this is going to be well worth the ticket price.
Rock & Metal Touring Madness
The rock and metal scene isn't sleeping either. Here's what's hitting the road:
Godsmack and Stone Temple Pilots are teaming up for what's sure to be a nostalgia-packed co-headlining tour. Two legendary bands, one stage: need we say more?
Staind is celebrating their 25th anniversary with a special tour. If you grew up in the late '90s and early 2000s, this one's going to hit you right in the feels. Break out those old band tees.
Motionless In White announced their summer run, bringing their theatrical metalcore across North America. Perfect timing for festival season.
Biffy Clyro is finally bringing their brand of Scottish alternative rock to US venues. They've been massive in the UK for years, and American audiences are about to find out what they've been missing.
And here's one for the adventurous: The Hu and Apocalyptica are doing a co-headlining tour. Mongolian throat singing meets Finnish cello metal. If that doesn't get you curious, nothing will.
Fresh Music Worth Your Time
New music Friday has been particularly strong lately. Here are the standout releases from this week:
Baby Keem featuring Kendrick Lamar - 'Ca$ino': When these two get together, magic happens. 'Ca$ino' is exactly what you'd expect: sharp production, clever wordplay, and that signature Kendrick verse that'll have you hitting rewind.
Converge - 'Love Is Not Enough': Metalcore legends Converge are back with new material, and 'Love Is Not Enough' shows they haven't lost an ounce of intensity. This is chaotic, beautiful, and everything fans have been waiting for.
The Hellacopters: Swedish garage rock heroes have dropped new tunes, bringing that raw, unpolished energy that made them legends in the first place.
Angel Du$t: If you're not familiar with this project, now's the time to get on board. Their latest release blends punk, alternative rock, and just enough melodic hooks to keep it interesting.
Festival Season Updates
Festival announcements are starting to roll in thick and fast.
Hyperspace Metal Fest revealed its lineup this week, and it's looking absolutely stacked. The festival has become a go-to destination for metal fans who want something a bit different from the mainstream offerings.
Warped Tour continues to drop band updates. While the tour isn't what it once was, it's still drawing serious nostalgia from millennials who grew up in the pop-punk era. Keep your eyes peeled for more announcements.
And in an interesting development, David Draiman (Disturbed frontman) has floated the idea of a unity festival: a concert aimed at bringing people together through music during divided times. Whether this comes to fruition remains to be seen, but it's a concept worth watching. Music's always been about connection, after all.
What This Means for You
If you're a music fan: and let's face it, you wouldn't be reading this if you weren't: the next few months are going to be expensive. Tour announcements mean merch drops, festival tickets, and those inevitable "I need a new band tee for this show" shopping trips.
At Rock Universe, we've got you sorted for your concert wardrobe needs. Whether you're heading to see Post Malone in a stadium or catching Converge in a sweaty club, the right band tee makes all the difference.
Looking Ahead
We're only in mid-February, and 2026 is already shaping up to be a massive year for live music. The combination of post-pandemic enthusiasm, artists who've been working on new material, and fans ready to get back out there is creating the perfect storm for an incredible concert season.
Keep your Spotify playlists updated, mark your calendars for ticket sales, and maybe start a dedicated concert fund. Trust us, you'll need it.
That's your wrap for this week's international music news. We'll be back next Friday with more tour announcements, new releases, and whatever chaos the music world throws our way.
Stay loud, stay proud, and we'll see you in the pit.