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3 September 2026 – Public Image Ltd Begin North American Tour
By Editorial Team - September 3, 2026
Summary
John Lydon’s Public Image Ltd kick off their first North American tour in over a decade tonight at Pappy & Harriet’s.
Key Facts
- Public Image Ltd kick off their first North American tour in 11 years tonight in Pioneertown, CA.
- Tour runs through October with a second leg planned for early 2027.
- New studio album expected from the legendary post-punk outfit in 2027.
- Entities: Public Image Ltd, John Lydon, Pappy & Harriet's, Pioneertown, California
- Tags: public-image-ltd, pil, john-lydon, pappy-and-harriets, post-punk, north-american-tour, live-music
Post-punk pioneers Public Image Ltd (PiL), fronted by John Lydon, launch their first full North American tour in 11 years tonight, 3 September, at the legendary desert outpost Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, California.
The expansive trek extends across major North American cities throughout September and October, with a second leg already planned for early 2027.
The tour arrives amid rumors of a brand-new PiL studio album slated for next year, offering fans an essential opportunity to witness one of post-punk's most foundational bands at full power.