Swedish power metal titans SABATON have been forced to postpone their North American "Legends On Tour" dates, which were set to launch February 9 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The band cited the need to allow bassist and co-founder Par Sundstrom sufficient time to heal from "inflammation in his arms," a condition that would prevent him from performing at the level SABATON's demanding live show requires.
The postponement affects what was scheduled to be an extensive run across the United States and Canada through April 20 in Vancouver. The "Legends On Tour" is supporting SABATON's eleventh studio album "Legends," released in October 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. The album, which continues the band's signature approach of setting historical events and figures to anthemic power metal, debuted strongly on charts worldwide and has been hailed as one of their finest works.
SABATON have promised that rescheduled dates will be announced soon, with the tour now expected to take place in the September-to-December window. In a show of good faith to their fanbase, the band has added Orlando to the rescheduled tour routing and a second Winnipeg show due to high demand, while canceling Tampa, Greensboro, and Pittsburgh from the itinerary. Existing tickets will be honored at the rescheduled dates, and refunds are available for fans who cannot attend the new dates.
The postponement is a significant disappointment for North American fans who have been eagerly anticipating what was expected to be one of the biggest metal tours of early 2026. SABATON have built a massive following in North America over the past decade, graduating from club venues to theaters and arenas on the strength of their spectacular stage productions, which typically feature military-themed set pieces, pyrotechnics, and even a tank-shaped drum riser. The special guests for the rescheduled tour — POP EVIL and WIND ROSE — are expected to remain on the bill, though official confirmation is pending. Sundstrom has assured fans that his condition is treatable and that he expects a full recovery.