The Pretty Reckless, the rock powerhouse fronted by Taylor Momsen, have kicked off an exciting new chapter in their career. On March 13, 2026, the band announced their fifth studio album, Dear God, set for release on June 26, 2026, via Fearless Records. This marks their first full-length project since 2021’s Death by Rock and Roll, promising a continuation of their signature raw, hard-hitting rock sound infused with deeper layers of vulnerability and introspection.
To herald the album’s arrival, The Pretty Reckless dropped the blistering new single “When I Wake Up,” a track that blends gritty blues-rock elements with punk energy. Momsen describes the song as a narrative of self-sabotage, explaining, “‘When I Wake Up’ is the story of a dream becoming a nightmare. When a life of excess leads you on a rollercoaster that is doomed to crash but you just can’t see it. It’s a good time…” The lyrics paint a vivid picture of inner turmoil and reckless abandon, with lines like “Wake up in the morning and I feel like this, yeah / Was calling out a bitch, being a Christian / And I was hoping don’t mend but I’ll do it again.” Produced by Momsen and guitarist Ben Phillips, the single showcases the band’s evolution while staying true to their roots in unapologetic rock ‘n’ roll.
When I Wake Up
Listen to When I Wake Up on Spotify. Song · The Pretty Reckless · 2026
Dear God builds on the momentum from last year’s standout single “For I Am Death,” which was hailed as one of the best songs of 2025. While the full tracklist hasn’t been revealed yet, the album is expected to explore themes of existential struggle, excess, and redemption, aligning with the provocative title and artwork that features a young girl sitting alone in a dimly lit room facing an inverted cross.
Fans can pre-order Dear God now in various formats, including limited-edition signed vinyls, CDs, and digital downloads, available through the band’s official website. With Momsen’s commanding vocals and the band’s tight instrumentation, this album is poised to solidify The Pretty Reckless’ status as one of modern rock’s most compelling acts.
Adding to the excitement, The Pretty Reckless have unveiled the “Dear God World Tour,” a massive 2026 trek that spans North America, Europe, the UK, and select dates in South America. The tour includes headlining shows alongside stadium dates where they’ll open for rock legends AC/DC (marked with ^ below). Tickets go on sale March 20, 2026, with presales starting earlier—check theprettyreckless.com for details.
Here are the confirmed tour dates:
| Date | City, Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| February 24, 2026 | São Paulo, BR @ Estádio do MorumBIS | ^ |
| February 28, 2026 | São Paulo, BR @ Estádio do MorumBIS | ^ |
| March 11, 2026 | Santiago, CL @ Parque Estadio Nacional | ^ |
| March 15, 2026 | Santiago, CL @ Parque Estadio Nacional | ^ |
| March 23, 2026 | Buenos Aires, AR @ Estadio River Plate | ^ |
| March 27, 2026 | Buenos Aires, AR @ Estadio River Plate | ^ |
| March 31, 2026 | Buenos Aires, AR @ Estadio River Plate | ^ |
| April 7, 2026 | Mexico City, MX @ Estadio GNP Seguros | ^ |
| April 11, 2026 | Mexico City, MX @ Estadio GNP Seguros | ^ |
| April 15, 2026 | Mexico City, MX @ Estadio GNP Seguros | ^ |
| June 5, 2026 | Nuremberg, DE @ Rock im Park | Festival |
| June 6, 2026 | Nürburg, DE @ Rock Am Ring | Festival |
| June 10, 2026 | Hradec Kralove, CZ @ Rock For People | Festival |
| June 12, 2026 | Nickelsdorf, AT @ Nova Rock Festival | Festival |
| June 14, 2026 | Castle Donington, UK @ Download Festival | Festival |
| June 18, 2026 | Clisson, FR @ Hellfest Open Air Festival | Festival |
| June 21, 2026 | Lisbon, PT @ Rock in Rio | Festival |
| June 23, 2026 | Hamburg, DE @ Docks | |
| June 25, 2026 | Copenhagen, DK @ Copenhell Festival | Festival |
| July 10, 2026 | Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz | |
| July 11, 2026 | Charlotte, NC @ Bank of America Stadium | ^ |
| July 15, 2026 | Columbus, OH @ Ohio Stadium | ^ |
| July 17, 2026 | Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre | |
| July 18, 2026 | Cadott, WI @ Rock Fest | Festival |
| July 19, 2026 | Madison, WI @ Camp Randall Stadium | ^ |
| July 21, 2026 | Kansas City, MO @ The Midland Theatre | |
| July 23, 2026 | Austin, TX @ ACL Live at The Moody Theater | |
| July 24, 2026 | San Antonio, TX @ Alamodome | ^ |
| July 25, 2026 | Dallas, TX @ House of Blues Dallas | |
| July 28, 2026 | Denver, CO @ Empower Field at Mile High | ^ |
| July 31, 2026 | Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern | |
| August 1, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV @ Allegiant Stadium | ^ |
| August 2, 2026 | Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren | |
| August 5, 2026 | San Francisco, CA @ Levi’s Stadium | ^ |
| August 7, 2026 | Portland, OR @ McMenamins Crystal Ballroom | |
| August 9, 2026 | Edmonton, AB @ Commonwealth Stadium | ^ |
| August 11, 2026 | Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre | |
| August 13, 2026 | Vancouver, BC @ BC Place | ^ |
| August 15, 2026 | Seattle, WA @ The Moore Theatre | |
| August 27, 2026 | Atlanta, GA @ Mercedes-Benz Stadium | ^ |
| August 28, 2026 | Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company | |
| August 29, 2026 | New Orleans, LA @ House of Blues New Orleans | |
| August 31, 2026 | Houston, TX @ NRG Stadium | ^ |
| September 3, 2026 | Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium | |
| September 4, 2026 | South Bend, IN @ Notre Dame Stadium | ^ |
| September 6, 2026 | Pryor, OK @ Rocklahoma | Festival |
| September 8, 2026 | St. Louis, MO @ The Dome at America’s Center | ^ |
| September 9, 2026 | Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room at Old National Centre | |
| September 10, 2026 | Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues Cleveland | |
| September 12, 2026 | Montreal, QC @ Parc Jean-Drapeau | ^ |
| September 16, 2026 | Toronto, ON @ Rogers Stadium | ^ |
| September 18, 2026 | Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life | Festival |
| September 22, 2026 | Hampton, NH @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom | |
| September 24, 2026 | Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues Boston | |
| September 25, 2026 | East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium | ^ |
| September 26, 2026 | Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring | |
| September 29, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA @ Lincoln Financial Field | ^ |
| October 1, 2026 | Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock Festival | Festival |
| November 9, 2026 | Madrid, ES @ La Riviera | |
| November 10, 2026 | Barcelona, ES @ Razzmatazz | |
| November 14, 2026 | Milan, IT @ Fabrique | |
| November 16, 2026 | Prague, CZ @ Forum Karlin | |
| November 18, 2026 | Berlin, DE @ Huxleys Neue Welt | |
| November 21, 2026 | Cologne, DE @ Carlswerk Victoria | |
| November 23, 2026 | Amsterdam, NL @ AFAS Live | |
| November 24, 2026 | Paris, FR @ Zenith | |
| November 26, 2026 | Bristol, UK @ The Prospect Building | |
| November 27, 2026 | Wolverhampton, UK @ Civic Hall | |
| November 29, 2026 | Manchester, UK @ O2 Victoria Warehouse | |
| December 1, 2026 | London, UK @ O2 Academy Brixton | |
| December 3, 2026 | Glasgow, UK @ Barrowland |
^ = with AC/DC
This tour promises high-energy performances that capture the essence of Dear God, blending festival appearances with intimate venue shows. For fans in the Midwest, like those near Warrenton, Missouri, the July 21 stop in Kansas City at The Midland Theatre could be a convenient highlight.
With “When I Wake Up” already generating buzz and Dear God on the horizon, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for The Pretty Reckless.
