The wait is over. The rebellion reignites. TWISTED SISTER — the unapologetic powerhouse behind rock anthems like “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I Wanna Rock” — is officially returning to stages around the world in 2026, marking 50 years of breaking rules, blowing speakers, and bringing chaos to the mainstream.
🔥 The Big Announcement
While specific tour stops and ticket dates are still locked in the vault, one thing is clear: TWISTED SISTER is coming back louder and bolder than ever before.
Founding guitarist and longtime manager JAY JAY FRENCH reflected on the band’s journey with heartfelt nostalgia:
“Beginning on February 2nd, 1976 in a little bar called The Turtleneck Inn in Hunter Mountain, NY, Dee Snider, Eddie Ojeda and I have called ourselves Twisted Sister and stood shoulder to shoulder for nearly five decades. We are proud to celebrate a milestone that once felt unthinkable: a 50-year anniversary!! Twisted Forever, Forever Twisted!”
Adding to the excitement, lead guitarist EDDIE OJEDA shared:
“Fifty years on, and Twisted Sister is still the soundtrack for every rebel with a reason, and a reason to turn it up.”
And in signature style, frontman DEE SNIDER pulled no punches with his declaration:
“If you’re lucky enough to be in a band that people still want to see after fifty years(!), how can you not answer the call? In 2026, Twisted F-cking Sister will hit stages around the world because WE STILL WANNA ROCK!!”
🎸 Why This Tour Matters
It’s been nearly a decade since TWISTED SISTER last took the stage — their final tour run in 2016 featured drummer MIKE PORTNOY stepping in after the tragic passing of A.J. PERO. Since then, the band has remained mostly dormant… until now.
A 50-year career in heavy metal is almost unheard of, and TWISTED SISTER hasn’t just survived — they’ve dominated. Their legacy includes:
😆 Even landed on Blackwell’s “Worst Dressed Woman” list (#10, 1984) — because why not?
🔥 Over 35 million albums sold worldwide
🏆 31 Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum certifications across 8 countries
🎶 Two of the most licensed metal songs in history: “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I Wanna Rock”
📺 Iconic MTV music videos that shaped the 1980s
🥉 Ranked #3 on NPR’s “Songs That Unite Us” (2018) — topping Dylan, Springsteen, and even Gaga
🎤 Inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (2006)
🤘 Inducted into the Heavy Metal Hall of Fame (2023)
🌍 Toured and headlined in over 40 countries
🥁 Who’s In the Band?
Here’s what we know so far about the 2026 tour lineup:
- ✅ JOE “SEVEN” FRANCO is confirmed to return on drums. He last played with the band during the Love Is for Suckers era in 1987.
- ✅ RUSSELL PZÜTTO will be handling bass duties. Fans may recognize him from previous live gigs with TWISTED SISTER and DEE SNIDER’s solo shows.
- 🔒 Dates, cities, and venues are still under wraps — but expect an announcement soon.
🎤 What to Expect
While details are still developing, one thing is certain: these shows will be LOUD, PROUD, and UNMISSABLE. Fans are speculating about surprise appearances — and even a possible Bent Brother warm-up set isn’t off the table.
Expect packed arenas, full-throttle performances, and crowds belting out every word to “We’re Not Gonna Take It” like it’s 1984 all over again.
📣 Stay in the Loop
When the full tour announcement drops, fans — or Sick Mother F-ckers (SMFs), as the faithful are known — will be ready to rage.
If you’re ready to relive the soundtrack of rebellion, keep your eyes on TWISTED SISTER’s official channels. You won’t want to miss a single update.
WE’RE NOT GONNA TAKE IT — and in 2026, we absolutely are.
