Death Cab for Cutie has announced a 2027 North American tour and is promoting its latest album, I Built You A Tower, following a recent NPR Tiny Desk Concert featuring a mix of old and new material. The band also performed a cover of Hüsker Dü for SiriusXM and confirmed Melbourne-based Acopia as the opening act for its 2026 Australian leg. Frontman Benjamin Gibbard celebrated his 50th birthday amid reflections on songwriting and legacy in recent interviews.