Bryan Adams is turning the page to a new era of independence with the announcement of his Roll with the Punches tour and a self-produced studio album, both under his freshly launched label, Bad Records. For the first time in his storied career, Adams has assumed complete control over his music from the recording process to the visual design and even ticketing logistics marking a decisive shift toward autonomy after decades in the industry.

The 40-date North American tour, set to begin this summer, will showcase new material alongside fan favorites. What makes this moment especially notable is Adams’ decision to revisit and re-record some of his most beloved hits. The move echoes strategies used by artists like Taylor Swift, allowing him to secure ownership of songs that have defined his legacy. For fans, it means hearing classics like Summer of ’69 and Heaven reimagined through the lens of an artist still evolving more than four decades into his career.

The forthcoming album, scheduled for release in August 2025, is entirely self-produced a testament to Adams’ enduring confidence as both a songwriter and a craftsman in the studio. While full details on its tracklist remain under wraps, Adams has hinted that the project blends fresh rock anthems with introspective ballads, reflecting both resilience and renewal.

This bold step into independence underscores a larger trend in the music industry: established artists reclaiming control over their creative and financial futures. For Bryan Adams, though, it’s also deeply personal a chance to reaffirm his identity on his own terms. With Roll with the Punches poised to energize arenas and the new album promising another chapter of timeless songwriting, Adams proves that even after decades in the spotlight, he’s still writing his own rules.