Our weekly update brings you a round up of new and exciting tour announcements for this week. Featuring who’s heading to Melbourne and where to grab your tickets.
International Acts
James
James have announced their return to Australia and New Zealand for the first time since 2018 where they will perform all the songs from their iconic album ‘Laid’ plus a career-spanning set featuring greatest hits and deep cuts.
The highly influential English band formed in Manchester in 1982. Known for frontman Tim Booth’s enigmatic vocals, introspective lyrics, and fearless spirit of genre experimentation, they are key figures in the legendary ‘Madchester’ scene. With over 30 million albums sold across a storied career, JAMES are amongst the most commercially and artistically successful bands of their era.
Joining James are special guests Rozorlight, returning to Australia for their first tour in over 15 years. The UK indie icons celebrate the 20th anniversary of their 5 x Platinum self-titled album, a landmark release that cemented their place among the defining acts of the early -2000’s indie scene.
Australia and NZ Tour Dates
Thursday 8 October Red Hill Auditorium Perth
Saturday 10 October Hordern Pavillion Sydney
Sunday 11 October Margaret Court Arena Melbourne
Tuesday 13 October Fortitude Music Hall Brisbane
Thursday 15 October The Civic Auckland
Presale tickets now available. General tickets on sale Thursday 2 July at 9am local.
Get your tickets HERE
Australian Acts
Swapmeet
This September, Adelaide indie rockers Swapmeet will play headline shows across Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, supported by Naarm-based punk hybrid dogworld.
Swapmeet formed in Adelaide South in 2022. Venus O’Broin (guitar, vocals), Joshua Doherty (bass), Maxwell Elphick (guitar, drums, vocals), and Jack Medlyn (guitar, drums, vocals) met as teenagers while playing in various projects around the Adelaide music scene and bonded over their love of 90s alternative, citing Pavement and Sonic Youth as early influences.
Australian Tour Dates
Friday 4 September Rhino Room Adelaide
Saturday 5 September The Lansdowne Sydney
Friday 11 September Black Bear Lodge Brisbane
Friday 18 September Northcote Social Club Melbourne
Get your tickets HERE
Azure Ryder
Azure Ryder returns to the stage for two intimate headline performances in Sydney and Melbourne this July. Known for her distinct vocal style, honest songwriting and cinematic storytelling, Azure’s music blends folk, country and dream-pop influences into songs that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant. These special shows offer audiences a rare opportunity to experience the next chapter of her artistry up close, as she explores themes of vulnerability, self-discovery and personal growth through a collection of new music.
Having toured nationally and shared stages with artists including Teddy Swims, Angus & Julia Stone, Matt Corby and Alexander Stewart, the Sydney-born singer-songwriter has built a reputation as a captivating live performer whose songs linger long after the final note.
Australian Tour Dates
Monday 27 July Merri Creek Tavern Melbourne
Friday 31 July The Eveleigh Hotel Sydney
Get your tickets HERE
Sidney
Melbourne singer-songwriter Sidney has just announced her first-ever headline tour, bringing her EP what if it ends? to four Australian cities this August and September.
The Australian singer-songwriter brings her tender indie-pop storytelling to the stage, tracing the messy, beautiful space between falling apart and finding your way back to yourself. With soaring melodies, raw honesty and the kind of songs that feel like pages torn from a diary, Sidney’s live show invites you into a world of love, loss, reflection and quiet resilience.
Australian Tour Dates
Wednesday 27 August Northcote Social Club Melbourne
Tuesday 1 – Friday 4 Septmeber BIGSOUND Brisbane
Friday 4 September Miami Marketta Gold Coast
Thursday 17 September Low 302 Sydney
Get your tickets HERE
Grace Cummings
To celebrate the release of I’m Not Crazy, and previous single My God, Australian singer-songwriter Grace Cummings has announced a run of dates in Australia which will see her previewing tracks from upcoming album Bloodhorse! as well as playing some old favourites.
Hailing from Melbourne, Cummings began to quietly build a fanbase with a string of impressive releases before garnering international attention when her third album, Ramona, which earned widespread critical acclaim in 2024.
Australian Tour Dates
Friday 7 August Croxton Bandroom Melbourne
Saturday 8 August Metro Social Sydney
Sunday 9 August The Old Museum Brisbane
Get your tickets HERE
Gigs Coming Soon
Ella Thompson
A special hometown show for Ella Thompson, one of the leading lights of contemporary soul, celebrating the release of her incredible new 7” record ‘Promise To Keep / Change Of Heart’.
Ella Thompson is a musician and songwriter whose music traverses the landscape of classic and contemporary soul. Ella’s lyrics explore themes of belonging, both to the microscopic and the universal. She invites listeners to contemplate the vast expanse of human emotion and the interconnectedness of all things.
Australian Tour Date
Saturday 4 July Howler Melbourne
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