Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale & Joe Hottinger Bring Intimate Unplugged Shows to UK & Ireland

27 January 2026 rocknews

GRAMMY Award-winning rock powerhouse Halestorm – fresh off their biggest UK arena headline run, opening for Iron Maiden across Europe, and performing at Black Sabbath’s historic “Back To The Beginning” in 2025 – are set to strip everything back for a very special run of acoustic shows.

Lzzy Hale (vocals) and Joe Hottinger (guitar) will present “Lzzy + Joe: Unplugged” – five intimate dates across the UK and Ireland in June 2026, immediately following their headline slot on Download Festival’s Opus Stage.

Lzzy Hale shared: “We are so pleased to announce that we are bringing the magic of our Unplugged experience to the UK! We are stripping back our rock show to the raw power of a voice, acoustic guitar and piano. Come join us for an intimate night of songs, stories, laughter and good times! See you there!”

These rare, stripped-down performances will spotlight songs from Halestorm’s brand-new album Everest (released August 2025), alongside reimagined classics from their catalog. Expect up-close storytelling, acoustic renditions, and the emotional intensity that makes Halestorm one of rock’s most dynamic live acts.

“Lzzy + Joe: Unplugged” Tour Dates 2026

Sun, June 14 – Glasgow, Garage
Tue, June 16 – Southampton, Engine Rooms
Wed, June 17 – London, Islington Assembly Hall
Fri, June 19 – Dublin, Academy
Sat, June 20 – Belfast, Limelight 1

Tickets on sale schedule (all times UK):

Live Nation presale: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 @ 10am
Local presales: Thursday, January 29, 2026 @ 10am
General on-sale: Friday, January 30, 2026 @ 10am

Tickets expected to sell fast – secure yours at halestormrocks.com or via Live Nation and venue box offices.

Everest: Halestorm’s Latest Chapter

Released in August 2025, Everest has already earned strong praise for its bold songwriting and powerhouse performances:

*The Times (4)**: “There is fantastical appeal throughout.”
*Daily Star (4)**: “Every track here is sure to get phones out en masse” – especially ahead of their arena headline run.

The album’s raw energy was previewed live during Halestorm’s support slot on Iron Maiden’s European tour, where Metal Hammer raved: “Decades in and arena headliners themselves at this point, the Pennsylvania rockers also have the ace in the hole that is Lzzy Hale, whose screams, croons, cries and shrieks reaffirm her status as one of the best singers of her generation… the new material sounds excellent.”

These unplugged shows offer the perfect chance to hear Everest tracks in their most vulnerable and powerful form – voice, acoustic guitar, and piano only.

FAQs About Halestorm’s “Lzzy + Joe: Unplugged” 2026 Tour

When do tickets go on sale?

Live Nation presale: Jan 28, 2026 @ 10am UK Local presales: Jan 29 @ 10am General on-sale: Jan 30 @ 10am

Where can I buy tickets?

halestormrocks.com, Live Nation, and venue sites.

Will they play songs from Everest?

Yes – expect acoustic versions of new tracks alongside reimagined Halestorm classics.

Are these shows after Download Festival?

Yes – the run follows their headline appearance on Download’s Opus Stage in June 2026.

Why are these shows special?

Intimate venues, stripped-back format, storytelling, and up-close connection with Lzzy and Joe – a rare chance to see Halestorm in a completely different light.

Halestorm are giving fans something truly special in June 2026 – raw, emotional, and unforgettable. Don’t miss your chance to see Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger unplugged. Tickets drop soon – act fast! See you in Glasgow, Southampton, London, Dublin, and Belfast.