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Economic Times
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy announces Australia tour this October; check cities, dates, and how to get tickets
Synopsis Nigerian singer Burna Boy is set to tour Australia in October. He will promote his new album, 'No Sign of Weakness'. The tour begins in Melbourne on October 16 and concludes in Perth on October 24. He will also perform in Sydney and Brisbane. Tickets will be available soon. Burna Boy is known for blending Afrobeats with other genres. Nigerian singer and GRAMMY Award winner Burna Boy will bring his world tour to Australia this October. The tour will promote his eighth studio album No Sign of Weakness, which was released on July 11. ADVERTISEMENT The Australian leg will kick off in Melbourne on October 16 and wrap up in Perth on October 24. He will also perform in Sydney and Brisbane. October 16 – Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne – Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne October 18 – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney October 20 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane October 24 – RAC Arena, Perth Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, July 24 at 12 PM local time via Ticketek and TEG. Pre-sales begin Tuesday, July 22 at 9 am Sign of Weakness blends Afrobeats, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and reggae. It features tracks like 'TaTaTa' with Travis Scott, 'Sweet Love,' 'Update,' and 'Bundle by Bundle.' ADVERTISEMENT Burna Boy, born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performer known for popularising Afrobeats on the global stage. He rose to fame with his 2012 single Like to Party and gained international recognition with albums like African Giant and Twice as Tall. His music blends African rhythms with pop, reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop, creating a sound that is both modern and deeply rooted in his heritage. ADVERTISEMENT Burna Boy has received 11 GRAMMY nominations and four BET Awards for Best International Act. He was the first African artist to win the BET honour three years in a row. He also made history by becoming the first African artist with two albums crossing 1 billion Spotify streams With global hits and collaborations with artists such as Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, and Travis Scott, Burna Boy has become one of the most influential African musicians of his generation. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates. NEXT STORY
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cold Chisel Announce ‘Big Five-0' Live Album to Celebrate 50-Year Legacy
Australian rock icons Cold Chisel are marking their 50th anniversary with the release of a new live album, vinyl set and documentary film capturing their sold-out 'Big Five-0' tour across Australia and New Zealand. The band, which played to more than 250,000 fans between late 2024 and early 2025, will release The Big Five-0 Live on Aug. 8 through Universal Music Australia. The 27-track album was recorded at Melbourne's Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Nov. 23, 2024 — a scorching 37-degree night that frontman Jimmy Barnes described as producing 'a blistering and joyous performance.' More from Billboard Foo Fighters Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Debut Album With Emotional New Track 'Today's Song' At First, Kapo 'Didn't Dare' to Release Afrobeat Music, But Then He Leaned Into 'What Truly Made Me Feel Most Unique' Quavo 'Ready to Bring It Home' to Perform at The Players Party Ahead of 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta 'Every show on our 'Big Five-0 Tour' had something special, but Melbourne really brought out something unforgettable in us,' Barnes said in a statement. 'The crowd nearly drowned us out, they sang so loud and proud. It was a show we will never forget.' The CD and vinyl editions will feature 24 songs from the show plus three bonus tracks: 'Plaza,' 'Mr Crown Prosecutor' and 'Wild Colonial Boy.' Fans will have the option of classic black vinyl, a red-and-black splatter vinyl exclusive to JB Hi-Fi, and a limited-edition picture disc through the band's official merch store. Also arriving Aug. 8 is a 90-minute DVD documentary offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the tour and Cold Chisel's five-decade run. Directed by Andrew Lord and produced by Paul Clarke, the film features interviews with all five band members, rare archival photos, backstage moments, and 10 additional live tracks. 'At 50 years old, Cold Chisel are on fire in this film,' said Clarke. 'I've never seen audiences punching the air one moment and openly sobbing the next.' The band's 50th anniversary was not just a nostalgic milestone — it proved Cold Chisel's enduring popularity and multi-generational appeal. The tour's ticket sales spanned major cities including Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Auckland, drawing longtime fans as well as younger generations discovering the band for the first time. The Big Five-0 Live is expected to include career-spanning setlists featuring hits like 'Khe Sanh,' 'Flame Trees,' 'Cheap Wine,' and 'Bow River.' Cold Chisel formed in Adelaide in 1973 and rose to prominence with their 1980s-era albums East, Circus Animals, and Twentieth Century. With Jimmy Barnes' unmistakable vocals and Don Walker's acclaimed songwriting, the band became one of Australia's most iconic and influential rock groups. Pre-orders for The Big Five-0 Live are available now through Cold Chisel's official site and Universal Music Australia. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
The Age
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Thom Yorke reveals ‘heavy' mental health toll after walking off stage during Melbourne show over silence on Gaza
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke has revealed his mental health suffered a heavy blow after he stormed offstage during a solo show in Melbourne last October when he was heckled by a pro-Palestine protester. Yorke on Saturday posted an eight-page statement on Instagram about the war in Gaza, saying he remained in shock that his 'supposed silence' was perceived by some as complicity with Israel. In the post he also called Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu an extremist. Footage filmed of the fiery exchange on October 31, taken by a member of the audience during the encore of Yorke's second show at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, showed a man in the crowd yelling about the 'Israeli genocide of Gaza' and the devastating death toll. Yorke responded: 'Hop up on the f---ing stage and say what you wanna say. Don't stand there like a coward, come here and say it. You want to piss on everybody's night? OK, you do it, see you later then.' The audience member screamed, in part, 'How many dead children will it take for you to condemn the genocide in Gaza?' In the statement, the musician directly addressed the incident, saying 'some guy shouting at me from the dark last year … didn't really seem like the best moment to discuss the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.' Yorke said his silence had been an attempt to show respect for all those who were suffering and those who had died during the conflict. However, he said this had allowed 'opportunistic groups to use intimidation and defamation to fill in the blanks'.
Sydney Morning Herald
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Thom Yorke reveals ‘heavy' mental health toll after walking off stage during Melbourne show over silence on Gaza
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke has revealed his mental health suffered a heavy blow after he stormed offstage during a solo show in Melbourne last October when he was heckled by a pro-Palestine protester. Yorke on Saturday posted an eight-page statement on Instagram about the war in Gaza, saying he remained in shock that his 'supposed silence' was perceived by some as complicity with Israel. In the post he also called Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu an extremist. Footage filmed of the fiery exchange on October 31, taken by a member of the audience during the encore of Yorke's second show at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, showed a man in the crowd yelling about the 'Israeli genocide of Gaza' and the devastating death toll. Yorke responded: 'Hop up on the f---ing stage and say what you wanna say. Don't stand there like a coward, come here and say it. You want to piss on everybody's night? OK, you do it, see you later then.' The audience member screamed, in part, 'How many dead children will it take for you to condemn the genocide in Gaza?' In the statement, the musician directly addressed the incident, saying 'some guy shouting at me from the dark last year … didn't really seem like the best moment to discuss the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.' Yorke said his silence had been an attempt to show respect for all those who were suffering and those who had died during the conflict. However, he said this had allowed 'opportunistic groups to use intimidation and defamation to fill in the blanks'.
Scoop
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
OneRepublic Announce Eagerly Awaited Return To Australia And New Zealand For The Sweet Escape Tour 2026
Press Release – Live Nation Entertainment Today GRAMMY® nominated US band OneRepublic, headed up by acclaimed singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, announce their highly anticipated return to Australia and New Zealand for The Sweet Escape Tour in February 2026. Special guest is award-winning pop superstar Zara Larsson. OneRepublic played to full houses across Australia and New Zealand in 2023, the band warmly embraced by local audiences, whilst Zara Larsson makes her long-awaited debut in the market following a string of airplay and chart hits, ready to share her high energy live show with fans. The Sweet Escape Tour commences at Auckland's Spark Arena on February 4, followed by Qudos Bank Arena Sydney on February 6, HOTA Outdoors on Gold Coast on February 11, Brisbane's Riverstage on February 12, Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne on February 15, before concluding in Perth at RAC Arena on February 18. Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in Australia and New Zealand. Mastercard Presale commences on Wednesday, May 28 at 1pm, concluding on Friday, May 30 at 1pm. Plus, preferred ticket access to some of the best tickets is available from Friday May 30 at 2pm. Check out for details. One NZ customers can be among the first to secure tickets during a pre-sale starting Wednesday, May 28 at 1pm. Head to My Live Nation members can secure tickets during the exclusive pre-sale commencing Thursday, May 29 at 1pm, concluding on Friday, May 30 at 1pm. General public tickets on sale Friday, May 30 at 2pm. All times are local. Notes: Since the group's debut, OneRepublic has amassed over 5 billion streams on Spotify alone. The band released their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud, in 2007, including the 20 million selling hit single 'Apologize,' which shattered digital sales and airplay records worldwide and earned them a GRAMMY® nomination. The group's 2009 sophomore album, Waking Up, featured the smash singles 'All the Right Moves,' 'Secrets' and 'Good Life.' Shortly after in 2013, the band released their certified-platinum album, Native, which included the No. 1 hit and 41 million selling single 'Counting Stars.' OneRepublic released Oh My My, their fourth album in 2016 and their fifth album, Human, in 2021. In 2022, OneRepublic released their smash hit 'I Ain't Worried,' which was featured in the blockbuster hit, Top Gun: Maverick and boasts over 3 billion streams. In April of 2024, the group released their smash hit single with David Guetta, 'I Don't Wanna Wait,' which has amassed over 130 million streams globally since its release. They also shared 'Nobody (from Kaiju No.8),' which serves as the end credit song for the hugely successful manga-turned-Anime series Kaiju. No 8. Additionally, the group collaborated with Italian Electronic group Meduza and German artist Leony for the release of 'Fire,' the official song for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. Following the release of these singles, OneRepublic debuted their sixth album, Artificial Paradise, in July, featuring hits like 'Hurt' and 'Sink or Swim.' In the fall they released the deluxe of the album, which included their collaboration with Jelly Roll and acoustic versions of their hit songs. Most recently, the group released their track, 'Chasing Paradise', with Kygo to rave reviews. OneRepublic is singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, guitarists Zach Filkins and Drew Brown, keys player Brian Willett, bassist and cellist Brent Kutzle, and drummer Eddie Fisher. Zara Larsson, 'One of pop's biggest and outspoken young stars' (The Guardian), provokes and pushes pop culture forward, with enlightened and energised anthems that soar and seduce all at once. With every move, she continues to quietly make history and break records: her platinum-certified 2017 full-length, So Good, notably stands out as one of the most-streamed debuts on Spotify by a female artist ever. Zara's growing catalogue boasts one smash after another, from 'Never Forget You', 'Lush Life', and 'Ain't My Fault' to Clean Bandit collaboration 'Symphony'. Along the way, she has received awards and nominations ranging from the Swedish Grammys, BRITS and MTV EMAs to even gracing the stage of the Nobel Peace Prize. Larsson has entered a brazen new era with 'Pretty Ugly'. The electro-blasted single and its gloriously messy music video lean all the way into the idea that — as Zara sings — 'sometimes a girl don't wanna be well-behaved.' The new song arrives ahead of Zara's fourth international album — coming later this year.
