Jam-rock innovators Goose are turning up the heat with the release of “Torero,” the latest single from their upcoming sixth studio album, BIG MODERN!, arriving June 12 through No Coincidence Records. The cinematic track blends pulsing bass, reverberating drums, and shimmering synth textures into a tense, adrenaline-charged ride that feels both nostalgic and futuristic.
From the opening synthetic drone to the explosive closing guitar solo, “Torero” captures Goose at their most immersive. Frontman Rick Mitarotonda delivers razor-sharp riffs while keyboardist Peter Anspach layers sweeping synth melodies that push the song toward a cathartic chorus. The result is a bold, atmospheric anthem reflecting the chaos and overstimulation of modern life.
The release follows the buzz surrounding first single “Good2B,” praised by Rolling Stone as “a vintage Goose gem.” Fans were drawn deeper into the BIG MODERN! universe through cryptic marketing campaigns, mysterious Morse code messages, and appearances featuring actor Jake Lacy.
Goose will resume their 2026 tour this week at Viva El Gonzo, running May 7-9, before continuing the countdown toward one of the year’s most anticipated jam-rock releases. The album promises an expansive sonic journey exploring connection, identity, and information overload through richly layered production and emotionally charged songwriting for listeners.
GOOSE – LIVE 2026
MAY
7-9 – San José del Cabo, Mexico – Viva El Gonzo
22 – London, UK – Electric Brixton (SOLD OUT)
23 – London, UK – Electric Brixton (SOLD OUT)
25 – Brussels, BE – La Madeleine
27 – Amsterdam, NL – Melkweg (SOLD OUT)
28 – Amsterdam, NL – Melkweg (SOLD OUT)
30 – Cologne, DE – Bürgerhaus Stollwerck (SOLD OUT)
JUNE
1 – Paris, FR – Élysée-Montmartre
3 – Berlin, DE – Festaal Kreuzberg
5 – Aarhus, DK – NorthSide 2026 †
13 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre ^
15 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome
16 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome
19 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
20 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
23 – Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery
24 – Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery
26 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
27 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
28 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion
30 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion (SOLD OUT)
JULY
1 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion (SOLD OUT)
2 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
3 – Saratoga Springs, NY – SPAC ‡
4 – Saratoga Springs, NY – SPAC §
AUGUST
13 – San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
14 – Los Angeles, CA – The Greek Theatre
15 – Stanford, CA – Frost Amphitheater
16 – Reno, NV – The Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
18 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom (SOLD OUT)
19 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater Δ
21 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater Δ
22 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater ‖
24 – Missoula, MT – KettleHouse Amphitheater
27 – Denver, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre (SOLD OUT)
28 – Denver, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre (SOLD OUT)
29 – Salt Lake City, UT – Twilight Concert Series at Civic Center
SEPTEMBER
24 – Louisville, KY – Bourbon & Beyond †
† Festival Appearance
^ w/ Special Guest Julian Lage
‡ w/ Special Guests The Disco Biscuits
§ w/Special Guests moe.
Δ w/ Special Guests Greensky Bluegrass
‖ w/ Special Guests Buffalo Traffic Jam
