Post Malone cancelled the first three weeks [1] of his Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2 to complete new music for an upcoming double album.
The decision disrupts the initial schedule of a major U.S. stadium run, signaling a priority shift toward studio production over immediate live performances. This move ensures the artist can debut new material during the tour rather than relying on older hits.
The announcement arrived Friday night, according to reports. The singer said that the postponement was necessary to finalize his recording process. "I need more time in the studio to finish the new double album before hitting the road," Post Malone said [2].
The tour is scheduled to resume on May 16, 2026 [3]. This window provides the artist several weeks to refine the double album, a project that requires significant studio time to polish.
Fans were notified of the change as the singer said he was not ready for the current stage of the tour. "We ain’t ready for tour just yet," Post Malone said [4].
While the specific venues affected by the three-week delay were not listed in the initial announcement, the tour covers various cities across the U.S. [5]. The postponement affects the earliest dates of the Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2, but the remaining schedule remains intact as the artist works to meet his creative standards.
“"I need more time in the studio to finish the new double album before hitting the road,"”
This postponement reflects a growing trend of high-profile artists prioritizing the 'album era' over the 'tour era' to ensure maximum commercial impact. By delaying the start of the tour to synchronize with the release of a double album, Post Malone is likely attempting to maximize ticket demand and merchandise sales through a cohesive promotional cycle.
