After more than four decades away from extensive touring, 1970s teen idol Shaun Cassidy is embarking on his most significant concert journey in over 40 years. Titled “The Road to Us Tour,” this extensive North American run sees Cassidy revisit his iconic ’70s hits while also sharing personal anecdotes and stories from his eventful life. The tour kicked off on September 13, 2025, at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry and is scheduled to continue through March 2026, marking a major comeback for the singer-turned-television producer.
Cassidy, who first achieved superstardom at 18 with his cover of “Da Doo Ron Ron” in 1977, stepped away from a full-time music career in 1980 to pursue television production. Over the subsequent decades, he established a successful career behind the scenes, creating and producing shows such as “American Gothic” and “New Amsterdam.”
Now 66, Cassidy expresses that he is singing better than ever, a sentiment echoed by his friend, lyricist Bernie Taupin, known for his collaborations with Elton John. Taupin commented that Cassidy’s voice has “matured in the best way possible” and noted that Cassidy is a “born raconteur.”
A New Chapter: The ‘Songs and Stories’ Approach
The “The Road to Us Tour” is more than just a nostalgia trip; it’s a carefully curated “songs-and-stories” show that Cassidy has been developing since 2019. This format allows him to delve into his personal life, his famous show business family—including his mother Shirley Jones and late half-brother David Cassidy—and his experiences navigating fame.
Cassidy admitted that he had to relearn many of his own hit songs, even taking guitar lessons to prepare for the tour, a stark contrast to his early days of effortless performance. He’s even taken on the new challenge of playing bass during the shows. He views his older songs with a fresh perspective, stating, “Because I haven’t been singing them for 40 years, they’re not dead to me. They feel new.”
From Teen Idol to Television Producer and Back
Shaun Cassidy’s initial burst of fame in the late 1970s was meteoric. His self-titled debut album went platinum, driven by hits like “Da Doo Ron Ron” and “That’s Rock ‘n’ Roll,” solidifying his status as a teen idol while he simultaneously starred as Joe Hardy in “The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries.”
However, Cassidy found the intense spotlight of celebrity challenging, describing himself as an introvert who never truly enjoyed being a public figure. This led to his deliberate retreat from the performing world at the age of 21, seeking a more private life and focusing on raising his family.
His transition into television writing and production proved highly successful. He created and produced numerous series, earning critical acclaim. Yet, the allure of performing and connecting with an audience remained, prompting his return to the stage. He noted that in 2019, he felt “itching to sing again” and missed the connection with his audience, feeling that “our story was unfinished.”
A Resurgence in Music News
Cassidy’s return to touring has generated significant music news, highlighting a broader trend of ’70s artists revisiting their roots and connecting with fans. His “The Road to Us Tour” has added multiple dates, including stops in Los Angeles at The GRAMMY Museum on September 4, 2025.
Reviews and fan reactions indicate a strong reception for Cassidy’s blend of music and personal narrative. The tour is positioned not just as a musical performance, but as an intimate experience, a “love letter to our shared history and experience” from Cassidy to his fans.
With a voice he claims is stronger than ever and a wealth of stories to tell, Shaun Cassidy’s extensive concert tour signifies a powerful full-circle moment, allowing him to reconnect with the music and the audience that first launched his career.
