Cain Says Journey Could Continue After Tour
Journey keyboardist Jonathan Cain says the band may reconsider retirement after strong turnout on its Final Frontier Tour.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Rock
Jonathan Cain said he may reconsider retiring from Journey after being overwhelmed by the turnout on the band's Final Frontier Tour, a farewell tour spanning five months of North American shows. The tour ends November 28 in San Francisco.
Why it matters
Cain had previously said it was a good time to step off, so a shift in his outlook could change the expected end of one of rock's best-known bands. Journey said it is focusing on the current tour before deciding what comes next.
The Final Frontier Tour runs five months across North America and concludes November 28 in San Francisco. Cain described being overwhelmed by the turnout, but no ticket sales or attendance totals were reported.
The players
Jonathan Cain
Jonathan Cain is the keyboardist and songwriter for the rock band Journey, known for co-writing many of its hits.
Journey
Journey is an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1973, known for hits such as "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Separate Ways."
Neal Schon
Neal Schon is a founding member and guitarist of Journey, who has been a central figure in the band since its formation.
The details
Cain said he improved his friendship with founding member Neal Schon and that he wants to take a year off after the tour. He said touring is brutal and the band has played everywhere it can play and needs a rest, while also suggesting the band should think about continuing afterward.
Timeline
Months before the article: Cain said in an interview with UCR that it was time to retire from Journey.
Five months: The Final Frontier Tour played shows throughout North America.
November 28: The Final Frontier Tour concludes in San Francisco.
Industry Dynamics
Farewell tours have become a recurring feature of the veteran rock touring circuit, where bands often announce a final run and later revisit the decision. Journey's Final Frontier Tour follows that pattern, with Cain now opening the door to continuing after the tour ends.
Fans who want to see Journey on the Final Frontier Tour can attend shows across North America through November 28 in San Francisco. Any future Journey activity beyond the tour has not been announced.
The takeaway
Veteran bands often frame tours as final, but strong turnout can change those plans. Fans should watch for an official Journey announcement after the tour concludes.
What happens next
The Final Frontier Tour concludes November 28 in San Francisco, the point at which Journey's next decision is expected to be considered.
Further reading
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