Two of the most influential and enduring American punk rock bands are heading down under this November. Boston’s rock ‘n’ roll underdogs turned champions, Dropkick Murphys, are gearing up for their first Australian headline tour in over a decade, bringing along Chicago’s rock canons, Alkaline Trio. This is more than just a tour; it’s a collision of punk history and raw, unfiltered energy set to ignite stages across Australia. This marks Dropkick Murphys’ triumphant return to Australia since their electrifying set at Good Things Festival in 2018, and Alkaline Trio’s first Australian shows in a decade.
Since 1996, Dropkick Murphys have been crafting anthems meant to be roared at last call, echoed in packed arenas, and chanted during the final moments of a comeback rally. Their storied discography boasts four consecutive Billboard top 10 debuts (Turn Up That Dial, 11 Short Stories of Pain & Glory, Signed and Sealed in Blood, Going Out In Style), alongside 2005’s Certified-Gold album The Warrior’s Code, featuring the double platinum classic “I’m Shipping Up To Boston.” With half-a-billion streams and over 8 million units sold worldwide, Dropkick Murphys have solidified their place as punk rock icons, selling out gigs on multiple continents.
In over 25 years together, Alkaline Trio have delivered urgent punk blasts with a dark, driving edge, balancing commercial success without ever sacrificing their raucous spirit. Rising through the Warped Tour ranks in the early 2000s, they broke into the Billboard Top 20 with their 2003 mainstream breakthrough, Good Mourning. Their seventh album, This Addiction, topped the US rock, alternative, and indie charts in 2010, marking a peak in their storied career.
Early bird pre-sale tickets on sale: Tuesday 2 July @ 9am local time
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General tickets on sale: Thursday 4 July @ 9am local time
Tickets HERE.
