๐ BREAKING: Shania Twain Officially Announces the 2026 Tour โStay With Us: Shania Twain Reunion Tour 2026โ โ Bringing New Life to Songs Written by Ozzy Osbourne but Never Performed Before His Death โ An Emotional Tribute That Revives the Timeless Spirit of Black Sabbath in Memory of Ozzy
In a surprise that has left both country music and heavy metal fans stunned, Shania Twain has officially announced the 2026 โStay With Us: Shania Twain Reunion Tourโ, an unprecedented musical journey paying homage to the late Ozzy Osbourne. This isnโt just another Shania Twain tourโitโs a once-in-a-lifetime emotional revival, breathing new life into never-before-performed songs written by Ozzy himself, blending Shaniaโs unmistakable voice with the raw spirit of Black Sabbath.
The announcement came early Thursday morning during a livestream from Londonโs Royal Albert Hall, where Shania, dressed in a black leather jacket adorned with silver crosses, stood beside Geezer Butler, original Black Sabbath bassist. With tears in her eyes, Shania explained the story behind the project:
โOzzyโs music was more than heavy metalโit was poetry, power, and pain all wrapped into one. I was given access to a collection of songs he wrote in his later years but never performed. When I first heard them, I cried. I knew instantly: these songs need to be heard. This tour is my love letter to Ozzy, and to every fan who ever found strength in his music.โ
A Cross-Genre Collaboration That No One Saw Coming
Fans were left wonderingโhow could a country icon like Shania Twain step into the world of Black Sabbath? The answer lies in her history. In recent years, Shania had spoken about her love for classic rock, citing Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, and Sabbath as influences during her early songwriting days.
Geezer Butler confirmed,
โWhen Shania reached out, I was skeptical. But then she sang โChangesโ in rehearsal, and I knew she understood Ozzyโs heart. These songs are going to hit fans in a way they never expect.โ
Tour Dates and Cities Revealed
The โStay With Us: Shania Twain Reunion Tour 2026โ will kick off in Birmingham, Englandโthe birthplace of Black Sabbathโon April 4, 2026, before traveling across Europe, North America, and Australia. Each performance will feature Shania backed by a specially assembled band that blends country instrumentation with Sabbathโs signature heavy riffs.
Full Fictional Tour Schedule:
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April 4, 2026 โ Birmingham, UK โ Utilita Arena
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April 7, 2026 โ London, UK โ O2 Arena
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April 10, 2026 โ Manchester, UK โ AO Arena
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April 15, 2026 โ Paris, France โ Accor Arena
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April 20, 2026 โ Berlin, Germany โ Mercedes-Benz Arena
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April 25, 2026 โ Rome, Italy โ Palazzo dello Sport
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May 2, 2026 โ New York City, USA โ Madison Square Garden
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May 5, 2026 โ Boston, USA โ TD Garden
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May 9, 2026 โ Chicago, USA โ United Center
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May 14, 2026 โ Los Angeles, USA โ Crypto.com Arena
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May 18, 2026 โ Nashville, USA โ Bridgestone Arena
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May 25, 2026 โ Toronto, Canada โ Scotiabank Arena
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June 1, 2026 โ Sydney, Australia โ Qudos Bank Arena
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June 5, 2026 โ Melbourne, Australia โ Rod Laver Arena
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June 10, 2026 โ Auckland, New Zealand โ Spark Arena
Additional dates in South America and Asia are expected to be announced later this year.
What Fans Can Expect
The shows will be divided into two acts:
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Act One โ โShaniaโs Heartโ: A selection of Shania Twainโs greatest hitsโโMan! I Feel Like a Woman!โ, โYouโre Still the Oneโ, and โThat Donโt Impress Me Muchโโreimagined with a heavier, more electric edge, including guest guitar solos from legendary rock musicians.
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Act Two โ โOzzyโs Unheard Legacyโ: The emotional centerpiece of the night, featuring 10 unreleased Ozzy Osbourne songs written between 2010 and 2018. Tracks like โStay With Usโ, โIron Moonโ, and โTears of a Madmanโ will be performed for the first time ever, honoring Ozzyโs storytelling and raw vulnerability.
Shania has promised that each venue will feature visual tributesโarchival footage of Ozzyโs performances, personal photos, and messages from fans worldwideโmaking the concerts both a celebration and a farewell.
A Charity at the Heart of the Tour
All profits from the tour will be donated to the Ozzy Osbourne Music Foundation, a newly established charity that provides music education and instruments to underprivileged youth. Shania emphasized,
โOzzyโs life was proof that music can save you. This foundation will keep that spirit alive for generations.โ
Fans React Worldwide
Within hours of the announcement, social media erupted. Hashtags #StayWithUsTour and #ShaniaForOzzy trended globally, with thousands of fans sharing emotional messages. One Twitter user wrote, โNever thought Iโd see Shania Twain honor the Prince of Darkness. This is going to be legendary.โ
A Legacy Beyond Genre
While purists in both country and metal may have reservations, industry insiders believe this tour could bridge musical worlds in ways never seen before. Music journalist David Kerr noted,
โShania Twain is stepping into sacred territory. If she pulls this off, it will be one of the most significant tribute tours in modern music history.โ
The โStay With Usโ tour isnโt just about songsโitโs about connection, legacy, and the courage to cross musical boundaries for the sake of honoring a friend. In Shaniaโs own words,
โThis isnโt about fame or record sales. Itโs about keeping Ozzyโs spirit alive. Every night, when those lights go down and the music starts, I want people to feel him here with usโstill wild, still loud, and still loved.โ
Tickets for the tour go on sale October 15, 2025, with presale options available for fan club members starting October 10.
For fans of both Shania Twain and Ozzy Osbourne, 2026 is set to be a year where genres fade, legends unite, and music proves once again that it can keep even the wildest spirits alive.