SOJA
SOJA took the stage at the Closer to the Sun destination festival in Riviera Maya, sharing the bill with acts such as Wiz Khalifa and Iration. The band also performed at Reggae Rise Up Arizona, a three-day reggae showcase in Tempe. Frontman Jacob Hemphill announced a hiatus from touring in 2025, leaving the group without a current tour schedule. The most recent documented concert took place on May 17, 2026.
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Tour score
3 signals since Sep 2025.
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- Festival, Jun 4
Signs of a return
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4mo agoWiz Khalifa, Iration, SOJA, Chromeo, Little Stranger, The Hip Abduction and More to Join Slightly Stoopid and Stick Figure at Closer to the Sun4mo ago · jambands.com · Cloud 9 Adventures has confirmed the dates for the 12th annual Closer to the Sun destination event. The immer…
Official6mo agoYour guide to Reggae Rise Up Arizona 2026 this weekend. What to know6mo ago · phoenixnewtimes.com · Three days of reggae and hip-hop take over Tempe Beach Park, with sets from Stephen Marley, SOJA and others.
Official1y agoSOJA’s Jacob Hemphill Taking Break From Touring1y ago · jambase.com · SOJA frontman Jacob Hemphill announced he will sit out the rest of the band's 2025 tour dates.
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About SOJA
Virginia-based reggae ensemble SOJA blends roots reggae rhythms with melodic hooks and socially conscious lyrics, delivering a sound that bridges classic Jamaican vibes and modern American influences. Their catalog features tight horn sections, smooth vocal harmonies, and a groove-driven rhythm section that has defined their identity since the early 2000s. Renowned for high-energy live performances, the group commands festival stages with extended jam sections and audience-engaging sing-alongs. Their shows are celebrated for tight musicianship and a feel-good atmosphere that draws both reggae purists and crossover fans. In 2026 the band appeared at the Closer to the Sun destination festival in Riviera Maya and at Reggae Rise Up Arizona, marking their most recent live activity. No new tour dates have been announced, and frontman Jacob Hemphill stepped back from touring in late 2025.
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- 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOJA touring in 2026?
No tour dates for SOJA are currently announced.
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