Grand Funk Railroad will continue on the road in 2026, but without their longtime singer Max Carl, who was part of the band for 26 years and had to retire from touring due to an undisclosed medical issue. In an official statement the band said: "Max has been an integral part of this band for 26 years. For over two decades, his soulful vocals and stage presence have helped keep the Grand Funk legacy alive and vibrant. We are deeply grateful for the immense talent and enthusiasm he brought to the stage night after night. More importantly, Max has been a kind, loyal friend to us all, and a warm, gracious presence to the countless fans he has had the pleasure of meeting over the years." "Max’s contributions to rock music extend far beyond his incredible tenure with us. As one of the premier voices in rock n’ roll soul, fans will also remember his remarkable era with .38 Special, where he penned and sang lead vocals on their massive, chart-topping hit, 'Second Chance'. We wish Max all the very best as he focuses on his health and his family in this next chapter." "Moving forward, the music will continue. Founding member Don Brewer, the voice behind some of the band's biggest historic hits, and longtime bandmate Tim Cashion will step into the lead vocal roles. As we embark on this next phase, the band also looks forward to digging into the catalog and incorporating new songs into our live sets, including fan favorites like "Aimless Lady", "Bad Time", and more," the band said. Grand Funk Railroad 2026 tour dates May 2 - Salamanca, NY - Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel 9 - Bettendorf, IA - Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center at Isle Casino 29 - Wilkes-Barre, PA - F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts June 6 - Troy, OH - Celebrate America 250 Troy Memorial Stadium 20 - Paw Paw, MI - Warner Vineyards 26 - Salina, KS - The Stiefel Theatre July 2 - Dalton, Ga. - North Georgia Ag Fairgrounds 17 - Church Rock, N.M. - Fire Rock Navajo Casino August 30 - Washington, Pa. - Hollywood Casino at The Meadows September 18 - Columbus, Ohio - Hollywood Casino Columbus (Event Center) 24 - Grand Prairie, Texas - Texas Trust CU Theatre
