Category: Tour Announcements

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Ashanti Announces Aussie Return

Noughties R&B icon Ashanti is heading back to Australia this November. If you caught her on her 2022 tour, you know these shows shouldn’t be missed.

Ashanti is one of those artists with a body of work that’s much larger than you think. I’ve got down a bit of a Spotify rabbit hole and been surprised to realise just how many of her songs I know. “Always on Time,” “What’s Luv?” and “Foolish” are just three reasons these shows will go off.

“Australia and New Zealand has always shown me so much love, and I’m so excited to be coming back this coming fall for my ‘Rock Wit U’ tour!” Ashanti enthused. “The energy, the fans, the memories — it’s always so amazing. I can’t wait to Rock with you all! Australia and New Zealand get ready… we’re going to have a blast together!”

Tickets for Ashanti’s upcoming Aussie shows are on sale now from the links below:

9 November 2026 – Riverside Theatre, Boorloo/Perth
11 November 2026 – Fortitude Music Hall, Meeanjin/Brisbane
13 November 2026 – TikTok Arena, Eora/Sydney
14 November 2026 – Margaret Court Arena, Naarm/Melbourne

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MKTO Waste No Time Announcing Another Aussie Tour

MKTO clearly had a good time on our shores last year, because they’re heading back in September and extending their trip. During their first tour of Australia in 12 years, the American pop duo stuck to the major capitals, but this time around they’re playing more capitals, some regional centres, and even heading across the ditch to see our Kiwi cousins.

“We’re super excited to still be able to do shows with music we put out years ago,” MKTO enthused. “Even more excited to add New Zealand to this run as well as more cities in Australia. Places that showed us love from the very beginning. Can’t wait to see everybody and have a good time!”

You can guarantee you’ll hear “Classic,” plus a host of other pop gems, at the following shows:

3 September 2026 – Princess Theatre, Meeanjin/Brisbane
4 September 2026 – 170 Russell, Naarm/Melbourne
5 September 2026 – Lion Arts Factory, Tarntanya/Adelaide
6 September 2026 – Freo Social, Walyalup/Fremantle
10 September 2026 – Liberty Hall, Eora/Sydney
11 September 2026 – King St Bandroom, Mulubinba/Newcastle
13 September 2026 – The Studio, Auckland

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Dingo Drops Seasonal Single “Autumn”

As the season’s chill sets in, it’s the perfect time to listen to “Autumn,” the latest single from local singer-songwriter and producer Dingo. His voice is so captivating. This song’s definitely snuck up on me, and now I can’t stop listening.

“The song was inspired by the changing of seasons and how that can relate to how we grow and change within a relationship,” Dingo shared. “It’s a love song that ultimately speaks to the way we can fall in love again and again like autumn leaves fall each year.”

“Autumn” comes from Dingo’s forthcoming album Nightwire, which he’ll release on October 9. He’ll barely have time to celebrate its launch, because he’s got shows scheduled with Adam Harvey and Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley’s right through til mid-November. Make sure you arrive early enough for his set if you’re heading to any of these gigs.

22 May 2026 – The Centre, Mununjali/Beaudesert (supporting Adam Harvey)
23 May 2026 – Dag Pub & Motel, Jinibara and Turrbal Country/D’Aguilar (supporting Adam Harvey)
24 May 2026 – Kedron–Wavell, Meeanjin/Chermside (supporting Adam Harvey)
28 May 2026 – Morwell Hotel, Braiakaulung Country/Morwell (supporting Adam Harvey)
29 May 2026 – Hallam Hotel, Boonwurrung Country/Hallam (supporting Adam Harvey)
30 May 2026 – Gateway Hotel, Wadawurrung Country/Corio (supporting Adam Harvey)
5 June 2026 – Macksville Ex-Services Club, Gumbaynggirr Country/Macksville (supporting Adam Harvey)
6 June 2026 – Ballina RSL, Bullinah/Ballina (supporting Adam Harvey)
7 June 2026 – Coutts Crossing Hall, Daam Miirlarl/Coutts Crossing (supporting Adam Harvey)
12 June 2026 – Commercial Club, Bungambrawatha/Albury (supporting Adam Harvey)
13 June 2026 – Bathurst RSL, Dalman/Bathurst (supporting Adam Harvey)
14 June 2026 – Athenium Theatre, Wiradjuri Country/Junee (supporting Adam Harvey)
19 June 2026 – Avoca Beach Theatre, Darkinjung Country/Avoca Beach (supporting Adam Harvey)
20 June 2026 – The Beer Shed Brewing Co, Tharawal Country/Leumeah (supporting Adam Harvey)
26 June 2026 – Bligh Park Hotel, Dharug Country/South Windsor (supporting Adam Harvey)
27 June 2026 – The Oaks Hotel, Dharawal Country/Albion Park Rail (supporting Adam Harvey)
28 June 2026 – The Royal Hotel, Kuwinbiyan/Queanbeyan (supporting Adam Harvey)
27-30 August 2026 – Gympie Music Muster @ Amamoor State Forest, Gubbi Gubbi Country/Amamoor Creek
15 October 2026 – Events Centre @ Kings Theatre, Kal’owen-dha/Caloundra (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
16 October 2026 – Twin Towns, Cooloon/Tweed Heads (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
17 October 2026 – Saraton Theatre, Gumbin Gir/Grafton (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
30 October 2026 – Commercial Club, Bungambrawatha/Albury (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
31 October 2026 – Civic Theatre, Wiradjuri Country/Wagga Wagga (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
6 November 2026 – Anita’s Theatre, Thurrural/Thirroul (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
7 November 2026 – Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Centre, Dharug Country/Springwood (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
12 November 2026 – The Art House, Darkinjung Country/Wyong (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)
13 November 2026 – Glasshouse, Guruk/Port Macquarie (supporting Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley)

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Morgan Joanel Makes Remarkable Return With “Undone”

Against all odds, Morgan Joanel is back making music and sounding better than ever. The recent release of “Undone” marks an exciting new chapter for the Western Australian powerhouse.

Longtime readers might remember me raving about Morgan’s music back in 2020. While she seemed to disappear from view, she was actually rehabilitating after a devastating car accident in 2021. She was lucky to survive the impact when the Uber she was travelling in was hit by another car at 144 km/h. It left her confined to a wheelchair, with a bleed on the brain and 13 broken bones. She was told that she may never walk again, and certainly wouldn’t perform on stage. But Morgan wouldn’t take no for an answer.

“Undone” is the perfect comeback song, rebellious and raw.

“’Undone’ is about the masks we wear, the dance between seduction and threat,” Morgan explained. “The first time I ever played it was on stage was opening for Anne-Marie, so it had a big bang of a first performance! Of all my songs, ‘Undone’ has had the longest road from writing it to a recorded release. But I think that’s the point. I wasn’t ready to release it until I could stand inside it properly and from a place of power. Now I can.”

The release of “Undone” coincides with Morgan’s shows around the country supporting British superstar Newton Faulkner. Now halfway through the tour, I hear that she’s killing it. But don’t just take my word for it. If you’re attending one of the remaining shows, make sure you arrive early enough for Morgan’s set:

21 April 2026 – Rosemount Hotel, Boorloo/Perth
22 April 2026 – Jive Bar, Tarntanya/Adelaide
24 April 2026 – The Northern, Cavanbah/Byron Bay
25 April 2026 – The Brightside, Meeanjin/Brisbane
26 April 2026 – Vinnie’s Dive Bar, Yugambeh Country/Gold Coast

Image used with permission from Priceless Media

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Larry Fleet Returning to Oz for Another Year OIder Shows

After visiting Australia for the first time last year, Larry Fleet is wasting no time returning to our shores. The soulful American country artist will be back on Aussie soil for shows this August to celebrate the February release of his fourth album, Another Year OIder.

“On my first trip to Australia last year, I honestly didn’t know what to expect or how everyone would react to my music, but before I was even off the stage I was already planning on coming back as soon as I could,” Larry enthused. “The Australian people made me feel at home with how engaged and a part of the show they were. Singing every lyric, it’s almost like they did their homework to not only make sure that they had a good time, but that we did as well. And if there’s one thing I learned, it’s that Australians know how to have a damn good time.”

Tickets for Larry’s tour went on sale this morning, so don’t waste too much time snapping up yours. Click the links below to get your hands on some!

25 August 2026 – Northcote Theatre, Naarm/Melbourne
26 August 2026 – Liberty Hall, Eora/Sydney
28 August 2026 – Gympie Music Muster @ Amamoor Creek State Forest, Gubbi Gubbi Country/Gympie
29 August 2026 – Fortitude Music Hall, Meeanjin/Brisbane

Photo credit: Matt Paskert

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UK Rockers Amber Run Bring “5AM” Shows Down Under

No matter how much I try to keep my finger on the pulse of modern music, some releases inevitably slip through the cracks. That’s especially common with international albums. Unless they’re the blockbusters everyone’s heard of, I often miss them while I’m focusing on the local scene. So UK band Amber Run weren’t on my radar until I heard about the local tour celebrating 10 (and a bit!) years of their 2015 debut album 5AM. However, considering this is their first Aussie tour and they’re playing intimate venues, it looks like I’m not the only one.

My advice readers? Make up for lost time. 5AM is such a great alt-rock album, and Amber Run will play it in full at their upcoming Aussie shows. If I hadn’t already committed myself, I’d buy some spontaneous tickets after hearing it just a handful of times. It’s that good.

Amber Run kick off their 5AM shows in Eora/Sydney next Friday, so take a listen and snap up some of the remaining tickets!

17 April 2026 – Factory Theatre, Eora/Sydney
18 April 2026 – Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
19 April 2026 – The Triffid, Meeanjin/Brisbane
21 April 2026 – Lion Arts Factory, Tarntanya/Adelaide
23 April 2026 – Rosemount Hotel, Boorloo/Perth

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The Wolfe Brothers End Touring Hiatus for Australian Made Shows

The Wolfe Brothers are celebrating the 2025 release of Australian Made with a massive trip around the country. Their upcoming shows end an 18-month break from touring, so expect these guys to be pumped up when they hit your hometown.

“The Australian Made concept really came from looking around at our lives and the people we grew up with,” Tom Wolde explained. “It’s a reflection of where we are from, the stories, the landscapes, the proud communities and the spirit of Australia. We wanted to make a record that felt honest, a record we would be proud of, without overthinking it.”

“Those couple of hours on stage is where we feel most alive,” added his brother Nick. “We don’t take for granted that most people never get to experience playing to a crowd that has lived the songs you have written and sings them back to you. There is no greater feeling.”

After their 2023-2024 Livin’ the Dream tour was voted Australian Tour of the Year at the inaugural Countrytown Awards last March, The Wolfe Brothers will be working hard this year to uphold their reputation as one of the best live acts in the nation. Tickets for the following shows are now available from the links below, but there’s more to come through 2026 and 2027 if you missed out this time around:

10 April 2026 – Meatstock @ Toowoomba Showgrounds, Jagera Country/Toowoomba
17 April 2026 – Meatstock @ Lardner Park, Gunaikurnai Country/Gippsland
2 May 2026 – Stomping Groundz Festival @ The Groundz Precinct, Mookoonburro/Dapto
9 May 2026 – Outback Sounds @ Buchanan Park, Kalkatungu/Mt Isa
15 May 2026 – Capital Theatre, Dja Dja Wurrung Country/Bendigo (with Taylor Moss)
16 May 2026 – Civic Hall, Ballaarat/Ballarat (with Taylor Moss)
30 May 2026 – Alpha Fest @ Sandstone Point Hotel, Ningy Ningy Country/Sandstone Point
4 June 2026 – Emerald Star Hotel, Karingbal and Kangulu Country/Emerald (with Jake Whittaker)
5 June 2026 – Leichhardt Hotel, Darumbal Country/Rockhampton (with Jake Whittaker)
6 June 2026 – Harvey Road Tavern, Bailai, Gurang, Gooreng Gooreng, and Taribelang Bunda Country/Gladstone (with Jake Whittaker)
13 June 2026 – Country Fest @ Townsville Turf Club, Gurambilbarra/Townsville
18 June 2026 – Hallam Hotel, Boonwurrung Country/Hallam (with Taylor Moss)
19 June 2026 – Gateway Hotel, Djilang/Geelong (with Taylor Moss)
20 June 2026 – York On Lilydale, Wurundjeri-willam Country/Mt Evelyn (with Taylor Moss)
26 June 2026 – Hamilton Hotel, Meeanjin/Brisbane (with Will Day)
27 June 2026 – Racehorse Hotel, Tulmur/Ipswich (with Will Day)
17 July 2026 – C.ex Coffs Harbour, Garlambirla/Coffs Harbour (with Abbie Ferris)
18 July 2026 – Yamba Bowling Club, Yaegl Country/Yamba (with Abbie Ferris)
24 July 2026 – Evan Theatre, Mooroo Murak/Penrith (with Abbie Ferris)
25 July 2026 – Harmonie German Club, Ngambri/Canberra (with Abbie Ferris)
31 July 2026 – The Gov, Tarntanya/Adelaide (with Taylor Moss)
1 August 2026 – Barossa Arts Centre, Peramangk Country/Tanunda (with Taylor Moss)
7 August 2026 – Club Forster, Minimbah/Forster (with Abbie Ferris)
8 August 2026 – Panthers Port Macquarie, Guruk/Port Macquarie (with Abbie Ferris)
20 August 2026 – Tamworth Town Hall, Kamilaroi Country/Tamworth (with Abbie Ferris)
21 August 2026 – Full Throttle Ranch, Awabakal Country/Buttai (with Abbie Ferris)
22 August 2026 – Drifters Wharf, Darkinjung Country/Gosford (with Abbie Ferris)
29-30 August 2026 – Gympie Muster, Gubbi Gubbi Country/Gympie
3 October 2026 – Mandurah Country Music Festival @ Rushton Park, Mandjoogoordap/Mandurah
28 November 2026 – Launceston Country Music Festival @ Royal Park, Letteremairrener Country/Launceston

Image used with permission from Rock This Country

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Prince Daddy & the Hyena and Macseal Announce Double-Header Aussie Debut Show

New York acts Prince Daddy & the Hyena and Macseal are teaming up for a double-headline tour this July. Both acts are visiting Australia for the first time and playing some of the country’s coolest intimate venues.

I have to shout out the promoter Destroy All Lines who have put together some fantastic double- and triple-bills for up-and-coming and niche acts of late. They’ve made sure fans can see these bands who probably couldn’t tour Australia under their own strength. They just don’t have the following to make it feasible. But pair them up and it’s all systems go! I must admit, I wasn’t across either band before the press release hit my desk, but I’ve been listening to them both all day. Prince Daddy & the Hyena’s punk-rock sound has my heart, but Macseal also make fantastic indie-rock music. Take a listen, because of this tour goes well they’re going to graduate to larger venues next time around.

Prince Daddy & the Hyena will be here promoting their highly anticipated fourth album Hotwire Trip Switch, which drops on April 17. Macseal only just released their EP Macseal on Audiotree Live last December, which gives you a taste of how good they are on stage. Find out for yourself when Prince Daddy & the Hyena and Macseal hit local venues later this year.

17 July 2026 – The Brightside, Meeanjin/Brisbane (18+)
18 July 2026 – Hamilton Station Hotel, Mulubinba/Newcastle (18+)
19 July 2026 – Marys Underground, Eora/Sydney (ALL AGES)
21 July 2026 – La La Las, Dharawal Country/Wollongong (18+)
22 July 2026 – Stay Gold, Naarm/Melbourne (18+)
23 July 2026 – Sooki Lounge, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country/Belgrave (18+)
24 July 2026 – Jive Bar, Tarntanya/Adelaide (ALL AGES)
25 July 2026 – Lynotts Lounge, Boorloo/Perth (18+)

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Karise Eden and Greg Gould Duet on “All That Glitters”

When I saw Karise Eden and Greg Gould performing together last September, I hoped I’d hear them making music together. While they were outstanding as individuals, my favourite moments came when their two powerhouse voices combined. So I’m thrilled to get my ears around their epic new duet, “All That Glitters.”

Karise co-wrote this song with Andrew Lowdon, drawing on the challenges she faced dealing with sudden fame as a teenager after winning The Voice Australia. Greg found the song resonated strongly with him as he faced his own hardships navigating the industry as a gay artist after he was also thrust into the spotlight after a stint on reality TV. As their voices come together, “All That Glitters” makes a powerful statement about autonomy, resilience, and refusing to be defined by other people and their fears.

“After albums, touring, and building my independence, I went through a period where life caught up with me and writing felt out of reach. ‘All That Glitters’ became the song that brought me back,” Karise shared. “When Greg came into the picture, the story opened up, bringing two perspectives together, two artists, two stories carrying different experiences, but finding common ground in resilience and honesty.”

While they’re not performing together right now, Karise and Greg have both got plenty of gigs on the horizon. Here are all the dates you need music lovers!

11 April 2026 – Greg Gould plays Strings Attached Festival @ Memo Music Hall, Naarm/Melbourne
8 May 2026 – Greg Gould & Emily Williams George Michael and Whitney Houston show @ Birds Basement, Naarm/Melbourne
9 May 2026 – Greg Gould & Emily Williams George Michael and Whitney Houston show @ Golden Vine, Djandak/Bendigo
29 May 2026 – Greg Gould, Tarryn Stokes, & Royston Noell This is Australia show @ Piano Bar, Djilang/Geelong
30 May 2026 – Greg Gould, Tarryn Stokes, & Royston Noell This is Australia show @ Royal Brighton Yacht Club, Ngaruk Wilam/Brighton
31 May 2026 – Karise Eden @ Shaws Bay Hotel, Bundjalung Country/East Ballina (FREE)
2 July 2026 – Karise Eden @ The Victoria, Wiradjuri Country/Bathurst
3 July 2026 – Karise Eden @ Crossroads Bar, Wiradjuri Country/Dubbo
7 August 2026 – Karise Eden Sings Janis Joplin @ Karralyka Centre, Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country/Ringwood

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Brad Cox and The VANNS Team Up For New Single + Tour

On paper, country star Brad Cox and rock act The VANNS don’t seem like natural bedfellows, but they’ve just released a fantastic new song and announced they’re touring together. Listening to the single “Gas Craic” reminded me that both acts have superior storytelling skills. Its lyrics are some of the best I’ve heard. And I love how the voices of Brad and Jimmy Vann sound in harmony. The track’s a surprise packet, but it’s pretty brilliant.

“Gas Craic was one of the first songs to come together in the writing process of our third record,” The VANNS said. “It was written relatively quickly after our tour in the UK and the song encapsulates some memorable moments from that tour.”

The VANNS will join Brad Cox on his next Aussie tour, which kicks off in Boorloo/Perth this July. The Mastercard presale kicks off at 2 pm today, ahead of the Live Nation presale from 2 pm tomorrow and the general sale from 3 pm on March 27.

17 July 2026 – Astor Theatre, Boorloo/Perth
19 July 2026 – Hindley St. Music Hall, Tarntanya/Adelaide
24 July 2026 – Hotel Brunswick, Durrumbil/Brunswick Heads
25 July 2026 – Eatons Hill Hotel, Meeanjin/Brisbane
29 July 2026 – The Station, Ngarigo Country/Jindabyne
31 July 2026 – Forum, Naarm/Melbourne
1 August 2026 – Enmore Theatre, Eora/Sydney
8 August 2026 – Tanks Art Centre, Gimuy/Cairns

Photo credit: Jye Talbot