'70s Rock Legend's Band Member Quits After Seven Years
Bob Dylan's touring group is dealing with major changes amid his 2026 U.S. Summer Tour.
After the 35-date run kicked off in Oregon on June 4, a longtime member of the iconic singer's touring band has officially called it quits.
In a now-deleted Instagram post, Bob Britt, who has been the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee's acoustic guitar player since 2019, announced his departure from Dylan's team.
Fans managed to capture his social media update on Reddit, which included a cryptic post showcasing a flight route map from Austin to Nashville with the phrase "Sayonara Bobby."
Britt also responded to a comment from a fan, noting "I quit," which appears to confirm his exit.
The comment section was filled with support for the touring member while some fans also expressed questions about who would replace him.
"He's had a good run with Bob overall ... Hope he's happier taking the break and I'm sure Bob will find a suitable replacement," one wrote.
"There were not good vibes in ABQ last night. I was there. Lots of thoughts on expecting rain," a commenter said, referring to a show at the Sandia Casino Amphitheatre in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Fans have also suggested possible replacements.
"He should get John R Miller to play instead," a fan mentioned.
"Bob needs to get Stephen Pearcy and Warren DiMartini in the band. It's destiny," a Reddit user said.
While there has been no official statement from Bob Dylan or his management, the longtime guitarist's decision to exit the touring band came after Doug Lancio reportedly left the band.
As the electric guitarist, he quietly left the band, according to the Los Angeles Times, and has been replaced on the current tour by Julian Lage, a Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist.
Lancio had been with Dylan for five years after officially joining the band in 2021 during the Rough and Rowdy Ways world tour.
On the other hand, the iconic musician is currently continuing the remainder of his U.S. Summer tour with special guests John Doe, Lucinda Williams, Jimmie Vaughn and Brittney Spencer on selected dates.
Bob Dylan 2026 Tour Dates:
June 4: Troutdale, OR @ Amphitheater at McMenamins Edgefield
June 6: Woodinville, WA @ Chateau Ste Michelle Winery
June 7: Woodinville, WA @ Chateau Ste Michelle Winery
June 9: Eugene, OR @ Cuthbert Amphitheatre
June 12: Lincoln, CA @ The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino
June 13: Berkeley, CA @ Greek Theatre
June 14: Berkeley, CA @ Greek Theatre
June 17: Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl
June 18: Highland, CA @ Yaamava' Theater at Yaamava' Resort and Casino
June 20: Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena
June 21: San Diego, CA @ The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
June 23: Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
June 24: Tucson, AZ @ AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol
June 26: Albuquerque, NM @ Sandia Amphitheater
June 29: Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater
June 30: New Braunfels, TX @ Whitewater Amphitheater
Jul. 2: Thackerville, OK @ WinStar World Casino
Jul. 3: Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
Jul. 4: Kansas City, MO @ Starlight Theatre
Jul. 6: Shakopee, MN @ Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Jul. 8: Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion
Jul. 10: Cincinnati, OH @ PNC Pavilion at Riverbend
Jul. 12: Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
Jul. 14 : Philadelphia, PA @ Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts
Jul. 16: Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion
Jul. 18: Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion
Jul. 19: Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Jul. 21: Queens, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium
Jul. 23: Richmond, VA @ Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
Jul. 24: Vienna, VA @ Filene Center at Wolf Trap
Jul. 25: Vienna, VA @ Filene Center at Wolf Trap
Jul. 28: Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater
Jul. 29: Wilmington, NC @ Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park
Jul. 31: Atlanta, GA @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
Aug. 1: Nashville, TN @ Ascend Federal Credit Union Amphitheater
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This story was originally published June 28, 2026 at 10:19 PM.