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The Pineapple Thief ink a deal with Inside Out Music

Author Benedetta Baldin - 14.4.2026

Inside Out Music is delighted to announce the signing of progressive art-rock band The Pineapple Thief. Founded in 1999 by Bruce Soord, the band has long been one of the most successful acts in its genre, with 16 albums to their name and a global touring schedule. The band, comprising Soord (vocals, guitars), Jon Sykes (bass), Steve Kitch (keyboards) and Gavin Harrison (drums), is currently working on a new album due for release in late 2026.

Bruce Soord comments:
Joining Inside Out is a fantastic milestone for The Pineapple Thief. Having spent the last year writing new material, it became clear that Inside Out is the perfect home for our musical journey. We are thrilled about this new partnership and can’t wait to reveal what we’ve been working on!

Thomas Waber, head of Inside Out Music, commented:
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome The Pineapple Thief to the Inside Out Music family. As long-time fans of the band, it feels like the perfect time to work together and we can’t wait to help bring their new album to the world.

The Pineapple Thief recently announced the following festival shows in Europe:

  • June 25th  Istanbul TK – Zorlu PSM – with The Gathering
  • June 27th  Cornwall GB – Morvala Festival of Arts
  • July 3rd  Joensuu FIN – Ilovaari Festival
  • July 4th  Helsinki FIN – CoolHead Live
  • July 16th  Bronnoysund NO – Rootsfestivalen
  • Aug. 2nd  Manchester GB – Radar Festival

Now, the band is revealing headline tour dates across North America.  Tickets go on sale Friday, April 17th at 10am local time.

  • Nov. 17th  Washington DC – Howard Theater
  • Nov. 19th  Philadelphia PA – Theatre of Living Arts
  • Nov. 20th  New York City NY – Gramercy Theatre
  • Nov. 21st  Somerville MA – Somerville Theater
  • Nov. 22nd  Quebec City QC – Capitole
  • Nov. 24th  Montreal QC – Beanfield Theatre
  • Nov. 25th  Toronto ON – Danforth Music Hall
  • Nov. 27th  Chicago IL – House of Blues
  • Nov. 28th  Cleveland OH – House of Blues
  • Nov. 29th  St. Louis MO – Delmar Hall
  • Dec. 1st  Dallas TX – The Bomb Factory
  • Dec. 3rd  Denver CO – Summit
  • Dec. 5th  Phoenix AZ – Crescent Ballroom
  • Dec. 6th  San Diego CA – The Observatory North Park
  • Dec. 8th  Los Angeles CA – The Bellwether
  • Dec. 9th  San Francisco CA – August Hall
  • Dec. 11th   Seattle WA – Neptune Theater
  • Dec. 12th  Portland OR – Revolution Hall
  • Dec. 13th  Vancouver BC – Hollywood Theater

The Pineapple Thief online:
https://www.pineapplethief.com/ 
https://www.facebook.com/thepineapplethief 
https://www.instagram.com/thepineapplethief/ 
https://x.com/pineapplethief 
https://www.youtube.com/@ThePineappleThiefTV