HEADLINE TOUR ACROSS NORTH AMERICA CONTINUES THROUGH OCTOBER 29TH
10 SEPTEMBER 2026 (TORONTO, ON) — Multi-platinum Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy releases The Weight of the Woods Extended Edition out now on Interscope Records. LISTEN HERE. The expanded edition of his acclaimed third studio album gives fans three songs that were previously unavailable on digital platforms, including fan favorite, “Stockholm” and acoustic versions of singles “Turnstile” and “Funeral.”
Originally released earlier this year, The Weight of the Woods marked a deeply personal and assured new chapter for Kennedy, pairing his unmistakable, emotionally charged vocals with intimate songwriting, organic instrumentation and the folk-rooted musicality that has become central to his sound. The album was largely written and recorded in rural Ireland alongside producer Gabe Simon (Noah Kahan, Lana Del Rey), before the pair completed the project in Nashville.
The Weight of the Woods (Extended) expands the album’s world with three additional tracks, offering fans the opportunity to hear songs that have until now remained unavailable digitally. The newly added material further illuminates the creative landscape surrounding the album and adds new dimensions to Kennedy’s evocative storytelling. At the heart of The Weight of the Woods is Kennedy’s connection to home, nature and the places that shape us. Inspired by his deep ties to Ireland, the album explores themes of love, loss, resilience, vulnerability and finding a sense of belonging. Kennedy has described the project as a deeply “homegrown” record, drawing strength from his Irish roots while incorporating the influence of his work with Simon in Nashville.
With The Weight of the Woods (Extended Edition), Kennedy continues to open up the album’s expansive emotional landscape, giving longtime fans a deeper look into the music. The music has earned praise from the likes of Rolling Stone who raved that he, “returned to his roots and found hope in the dark,” while NPR Music called him “the Irish Bon Iver” saying he is “at the top of his game” on this “no-skips record.” American Songwriter said it’s “deep, commemorative and celebratory” while People Magazine called it “life-affirming.”
Currently on an extensive North American headline tour, Dermot also played a wildly successful run of shows in Europe and the UK, including two historic sold-out dates headlining Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, making him the first Irish solo artist to sell out two nights there.
Weight of the Woods Extended Edition Tracklisting
01 The Weight of the Woods (Reprise)
02 Honest
03 Refuge
04 Funeral
05 Endless
06 Sycamore
07 Often, Lately
08 Turnstile
09 Wasted
10 Blue Eyes
11 Trepidation
12 The Only Time I Prayed
13 Happiness
14 The Weight of the Woods
EXTENDED TRACKS
15 Black Water
16 Deserve
17 Stockholm
18 Funeral (Acoustic)
19 Turnstile (Acoustic)
About Dermot Kennedy:
Dermot Kennedy has amassed 4 billion streams across platforms, having the best-selling debut in Ireland of this millennium with his album Without Fear. A platinum-selling artist in over 12 countries, he released his acclaimed sophomore album Sonder in 2022. In 2024, he stripped back to basics and released the introspective EP, I’ve told the trees everything. After releasing The Weight Of The Woods, Dermot made UK chart history by becoming the first Irish solo artist ever to reach #1 with his first three studio albums. On the live stage, Dermot has performed with some of his finest contemporaries including Noah Kahan, Zach Bryan and most recently Luke Combs (watch HERE). His incredible journey has taken him from busking on the streets of Ireland to playing stadiums around the world. His poetic and authentic artistry has forged a deep, emotional connection with audiences, including the likes of Taylor Swift and Shawn Mendes who have sung his praises.
NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TOUR 2026
Support by Jonah Kagen
Sep 11 – Chicago, IL, Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
Sep 12 – Sterling Heights, MI, Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
Sep 15 – Toronto, ON, RBC Amphitheatre
Sep 16 – Laval, QC, Place Bell
Sep 18 – Boston, MA, MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Sep 21 – Washington, DC, The Anthem
Sep 22 – Philadelphia, PA, Skyline Stage at Highmark Mann
Sep 24 – Gilford, NH, BankNH Pavillion
Sep 26 – Syracuse, NY, Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
Sep 29 – Queens, NY, Forest Hills Stadium
Oct 1 – Richmond, VA, Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
Oct 3 – Charlotte, NC, Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
Oct 4 – Raleigh, NC, The Red Hat Amphitheatre
Oct 6 – Birmingham, AL, Avondale Brewing Company
Oct 8 – Tampa, FL, Yuengling Center
Oct 10 – Atlanta, GA, Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
Oct 11 – Nashville, TN, Ascend Amphitheater
Oct 13 – Austin, TX, Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park
Oct 14 – Irving, TX, The Pavillion at Toyota Music Factory
Oct 16 – Bellevue, CO, Mishawaka Amphitheatre
Oct 17 – Morrison, CO, Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Oct 19 – Los Angeles, CA, Greek Theatre
Oct 21 – Phoenix, AZ, Arizona Financial Theatre
Oct 22 – San Diego, CA, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Oct 24 – San Francisco, CA, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
Oct 26 – Seattle, WA, The Paramount Theatre
Oct 27 – Portland, OR, Theater of the Clouds
Oct 29 – Vancouver, BC, Rogers Arena
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