06/11/2026

Deadrocks XII To Kick Off Zeds Dead’s ‘Journey Of A Lifetime’ Tour

Over the past 15 years, Zeds Dead have established themselves as one of the most recognizable and enduring acts in EDM. Since launching the project in 2009, DC and Hooks have built a catalog that covers everything from dubstep to drum and bass to house to hip-hop, while cultivating a DEADicated fan base along the way.

This year, the duo is marking that milestone with Journey Of A Lifetime, a North American tour that reflects both the history of the project and its continued evolution. The run features some of the largest headline venues of Zeds Dead’s career, along with their biggest production to date and performances designed to showcase music from across the Deadbeats roster.

Kicking Off With Deadrocks XII

The tour kicks off with one the duo’s longest-running traditions: Deadrocks. Returning to Red Rocks Amphitheatre this July 2nd and 3rd, Deadrocks XII brings Zeds Dead back to one of the venues most closely associated with the project. While the annual event has become a fixture of festival season, this year’s edition carries additional significance as the opening stop of the Journey Of A Lifetime tour and the start of the duo’s 15-year celebration.

For attendees, Deadrocks XII offers an early look at the production and creative direction that will continue throughout the tour.

Fifteen Years In The Making

The tour’s title also pays tribute to Zeds Dead’s beginnings, referencing one of the project’s earliest tracks. As the duo marks 15 years together, Journey Of A Lifetime reflects both the evolution of their sound and the longevity of their career.

Throughout their career, Zeds Dead have remained difficult to categorize within dance music. Their releases have moved between genres and styles, while their live performances have become known for blending original productions, edits, and influences from across dance music and beyond. That versatility has helped the duo maintain a lasting presence within the scene while also influencing a new generation of artists. Their Deadbeats label and event brand have further expanded their impact, creating a platform that extends beyond their own music.

Journey Of A Lifetime was designed to highlight that full history. The tour will feature material from different eras of the project while introducing new production elements and larger-scale live presentations. With performances at some of the biggest venues of their career, the run represents a notable moment for the duo as they celebrate this milestone.

As the first stop on the tour, Deadrocks XII serves as both a continuation of an established tradition and the beginning of this larger anniversary celebration. For fans attending the Red Rocks performances, the event offers an opportunity to experience the start of a tour that reflects the past, present, and future of Zeds Dead.