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Florida Georgia Line is eyeing a potential 2027 reunion tour after years of separation. During an interview at the 2026 ACM Awards, Tyler Hubbard revealed the duo is seriously considering playing a handful of reunion shows next year following months of rebuilding their personal friendship and spending quality time together.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Tyler Hubbard confirmed Florida Georgia Line is “toying around” with 2027 show plans
- The duo reunited onstage in March 2026 at Country Radio Seminar, their first performance together since August 2022
- Hubbard stated friendship rebuilding is priority over new music at the moment
- The split lasted nearly 4 years, originating from solo career ambitions and personal tensions
How Four Years Apart Transformed Into Healing
Florida Georgia Line announced their indefinite hiatus in February 2022 after 10 years of recording and touring together. Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley cited desires to pursue individual projects. Their final show together occurred on August 31, 2022, marking the official end of live performances as a unit.
The separation came after tensions that extended beyond typical creative differences. The duo faced challenges during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, which intensified stress on their partnership. Political differences also surfaced publicly, though both members later clarified these were one component of a larger falling-out rather than the sole cause.
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Recent Reconnection and “Honeymoon Phase” Progress
Months of intentional friendship-building have shifted the outlook dramatically. Hubbard explained during the May 18, 2026 ACM Awards red carpet appearance that the reconnection feels remarkably genuine. “It’s been a really fun season of healing. We’ve been hanging out, laughing, cutting up, goofing around. It just feels like the old days,” he stated.
The two members have been spending substantial personal time together—Hubbard mentioned flying from Las Vegas to the beach to vacation with Kelley and their wives. This deliberate revival of friendship appears foundational to any potential touring plans. Hubbard emphasized patience and avoiding rushing into commitments.
2027 Tour Plans Remain Conditional
| Timeline Event | Status |
| Band Split Announced | February 2022 |
| Final Live Performance | August 31, 2022 |
| Onstage Reunion (CRS Event) | March 20, 2026 |
| 2027 Tour Discussion | Preliminary, Unconfirmed |
| New Studio Music | Not in Current Plans |
While the enthusiasm appears genuine, Hubbard cautioned against premature expectations. “We’re toying around and flirting with the idea of playing a handful of shows next year,” he said, emphasizing the conditional, exploratory nature of discussions. The pair aims to keep any reunion “low-stress” and focused on the fan experience rather than commercial pressure.
“For the world to get to experience a little taste of the emotion and healing we’ve gotten to feel, it’s really special. It’s bigger than just us and bigger than the music. It’s actually a story and a powerful testimony to grace and forgiveness and healing.”
— Tyler Hubbard, Florida Georgia Line, Entertainment Tonight Interview, May 2026
The Path to Reconciliation: Understanding the Split
Context matters for understanding Florida Georgia Line’s reunion potential. The 12-year partnership built the band into one of country music’s most commercially successful acts, earning RIAA Diamond certification for their 2012 breakout hit “Cruise.” Their discography spans 5 studio albums, 19 singles as lead artists, and numerous awards nominations.
Both Hubbard and Kelley pursued solo careers after the split. Tyler Hubbard focused on EMI Nashville projects, while Brian Kelley moved to Big Machine Records and developed solo material including “American Spirit” and other tracks. The simultaneous solo efforts created scheduling conflicts—Hubbard explained the core tension: competing as individual artists while maintaining band obligations proved untenable for the partnership.
What This Reunion Means for Country Music’s Landscape
A Florida Georgia Line return holds significance beyond nostalgia. The duo helped pioneer the “bro country” movement that dominated the 2010s, influencing countless artists. Their potential reunion represents broader patterns in country music: artists taking breaks, processing personal challenges, and reconnecting on healthier terms.
Hubbard framed the healing narrative as inspirational for audiences. The decision to prioritize friendship over forced commercial schedules resonates with fans fatigued by manufactured comebacks. Whether “a handful of shows” materializes in 2027 remains uncertain, but the genuine reconnection appears authentic and substantive.
What About New Studio Music?
One question fans continue asking: will Florida Georgia Line record together again? Hubbard addressed this directly, stating “no new FGL music at the moment” and explaining he remains committed to his solo career. This distinction matters—touring to celebrate their legacy differs from studio reconstruction. Both artists are satisfied maintaining this separation for the immediate future.
Sources
- Entertainment Tonight – Exclusive ACM Awards red carpet interview with Tyler Hubbard, May 2026
- Whiskey Riff – Comprehensive coverage of Florida Georgia Line reunion discussions and healing narrative
- Taste of Country – Historical context on band formation, breakup timeline, and 2027 speculation
- Official Florida Georgia Line Website – Band history and discography reference
