Heard It From a Friend: REO Speedwagon to Quit Touring

Add Reo Speedwagon to the growing lists of bands quitting the road.

The band announced that they will stop touring in 2025, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the band. The issue, they said, stems from bassist and vocalist Bruce Hall’s absence from the band since November 2023 when he had back surgery. That leaves Kevin Cronin as the only original member left in the lineup.

“Bruce has intended to be Back On the Road Again by now. If it were up to just him, he’d be back on tour… but it’s not up to just him,” the band shared. “The consensus opinion was that he had not recovered sufficiently to be able to perform at the level the fans have come to expect.”

They post noted, “Bruce never had any intention of retiring or walking away from the band, fans, and crew he has loved for almost 50 years.”

The post concluded: “Due to this complex situation, irreconcilable differences arose between Bruce and Kevin. So, it is with great sadness that we announce REO Speedwagon will cease touring effective January 1, 2025,” the post reads. “Neal (Doughty), Kevin, and Bruce thank their fans for all their years of loyal support and for giving back to the band such wonderful memories that will remain with each of them forever.”