Latest news with #WHIRLWIND
Scoop
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Grammy-Award Winning Country Singer-Songwriter Announces AU & NZ Dates For The WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR
Press Release – Frontier Touring Company Chugg Entertainment and Frontier Touring are delighted to welcome back country music powerhouse Lainey Wilson as she brings her WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR down under in February 2026,which also sees the Grammy-award winner make her long-awaited New Zealand debut. Wilson will also be headlining Howlin' Country Festival in Newcastle. She'll first head to New Zealand, kicking off the tour with shows in Auckland and Christchurch, before making her anticipated return to Australia for shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. Frontier Members can access the presale for the WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR from 12pm local time, Tuesday 12th August, before tickets go on sale from 1pm local time on Friday 15th August. Tickets and tour information via Last in Australia in 2024, Wilson blew fans away in her debut visit, with a headline performance to remember at CMC Rocks QLD, along with two show-stopping, sold-out nights in both Sydney and Melbourne. 'Wilson's voice is like your favourite pair of faded blue jeans—chic, timeless, and effortlessly cool' – CountryTown Now returning in 2026, Lainey Wilson will celebrate the release of her forthcoming Whirlwind (Deluxe) with live performances for fans in Australia and New Zealand for the very first time. Taking the album around the globe, Wilson kicked off the first leg of the WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR in March, performing sold-out dates across Europe. The singer then takes on a vast, sold out North America leg later this month, before reaching Australia and New Zealand next February, with her biggest headline shows in the market to date. The deluxe edition of the critically acclaimed Whirlwind is set for release on 22nd August (pre-order via timed to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the original. 'Whirlwind (Deluxe)' expands on the powerful 14-track collection with five brand-new songs, including the poetic 'Somewhere Over Laredo' and the fan-favourite, high-energy anthem 'Bell Bottoms Up.' These new additions further showcase Wilson's signature blend of rich storytelling, authenticity, and trailblazing country flair. 'To listen to Whirlwind is to hear an artist who has come into herself… delivering songs that are sassy, clever, occasionally emotional and thoroughly country' – Billboard 'Wilson has become the reigning current standard-bearer for women in country' – Variety 'her music has a blend of brawn, heart, and willingness to upend the status quo that's not only listenable, but also the kind of thing you can't help but root for' – Rolling Stone Cementing herself as one of music's most exciting talents, Lainey Wilson continues to define a new generation of modern country artists and inspire fans across the world. In 2024, she took home her first GRAMMY® award for Best Country Album, adding to her growing list of accolades, including multiple #1 Billboard singles and a platinum selling catalogue. In 2023, she made history as the first woman in over a decade to win CMA's Entertainer of the Year. Named Apple Music's Global Artist of the Year, Wilson is an unstoppable force, rewriting the playbook for female artists in the genre. For the past decade, Flatland Cavalry has built a reputation as 'one of the most dynamic presences in country music' (Rolling Stone) thank to their signature 'Easy on the ears, heavy on the heart' sound. Celebrating 10 years together in 2024, the band marked a huge year of milestones, earning their first ACM Award nomination for Group of the Year, receiving their first RIAA Gold certification for breakout single 'A Life Where We Work Out,' and landing features on the blockbuster soundtracks of Twisters and The Hunger Games. With six #1 singles on Texas Country Radio, more than 500 million streams and having shared the stage with Willie Nelson, Luke Combs and Jordan Davis, Flatland Cavalry delivers a brand of storytelling and musicianship that resonates far beyond their roots. A truly one-of-a-kind artist, Kaitlin Butts has a deep affinity for country music's more theatrical side: the extravagant storytelling, dazzling showmanship, songs infused with both unbridled emotion and quick-fire humor. The 2024 Americana Awards New Emerging Act nominee discovered her passion for performing as a little girl, with the Tulsa, Oklahoma native later bringing her boundless energy and radiant voice to her own unapologetic yet soulful songwriting. Her new album, Roadrunner!, opens up a new chapter for the singer/songwriter and marks a major tonal shift from Butts' 2022 sophomore LP what else can she do, a character-driven exploration of complex topics like addiction, domestic violence, and generational trauma. Touring with the likes of Dierks Bentley, Lainey Wilson, Turnpike Troubadours and Morgan Wade as well as being named in Opry's Next Stage Class and CMT's Next Women of Country for 2025, Kaitlin Butts is firmly cementing herself as one to watch. With her fresh, fierce, energy and some traditional country roots, don't miss Lainey Wilson's incredible return to Australia and highly anticipated New Zealand debut, as the global star lands with her WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR next February, with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts. FRIDAY 6 FEBRUARY Spark Arena | Auckland, NZ with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages SUNDAY 8 FEBRUARY Wolfbrook Arena | Christchurch, NZ with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages WEDNESDAY 11 FEBRUARY Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Brisbane, QLD with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages MONDAY 16 FEBRUARY Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages THURSDAY 19 FEBRUARY Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages SUNDAY 22 FEBRUARY Adelaide Entertainment Centre | Adelaide, SA with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages THURSDAY 26 FEBRUARY RAC Arena | Perth, WA with special guests Flatland Cavalry & Kaitlin Butts Lic. All Ages Content Sourced from Original url
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Lainey Wilson's 2026 Australia & New Zealand tour: Dates, venues, special guests & how to get tickets
Synopsis Lainey Wilson's WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR is set to hit Australia and New Zealand in February 2026, marking her New Zealand debut. Flatland Cavalry and Kaitlin Butts will join her as special guests. The tour includes headline shows in major Australian cities and an appearance at the Howlin' Country Festival in Newcastle, following the release of her deluxe album. Lainey Wilson's Australia & New Zealand tour 2026 announced. She will kick off the run in Auckland and Christchurch before heading to Australia. (Image: Instagram/laineywilson ) Country music superstar Lainey Wilson is headed down under in February 2026, bringing her WHIRLWIND WORLD TOUR to Australia and New Zealand, with Flatland Cavalry and Kaitlin Butts joining as special guests. The Grammy-winning artist will also make her long-awaited New Zealand debut and headline the Howlin' Country Festival in 2024, she earned her first GRAMMY® for Best Country Album and made history in 2023 as the first woman in over a decade to win CMA's Entertainer of the Apple Music's Global Artist of the Year, she has also topped the Billboard charts multiple times and built a platinum-selling catalogue, cementing her status as one of country music's most influential voices. Wilson will kick off the run in Auckland and Christchurch before heading to Australia for her biggest headline shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth. Last seen in Australia in 2024, Wilson wowed fans with sold-out nights in Sydney and Melbourne, and a show-stopping set at CMC Rocks QLD. Now, she's back with her deluxe album Whirlwind (Deluxe), set for release on 22 August 2025, featuring five brand-new tracks including 'Somewhere Over Laredo' and 'Bell Bottoms Up.' Frontier Members Presale: Opens Tuesday, 12 August at 12 pm local time General On Sale: Begins Friday, 15 August at 1 pm local time Tickets & info: Fri 6 Feb – Spark Arena, Auckland | Sun 8 Feb – Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch | Wed 11 Feb – Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Mon 16 Feb – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney | Thu 19 Feb – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne | Sun 22 Feb – Adelaide Entertainment Centre | Thu 26 Feb – RAC Arena, Perth | Flatland Cavalry – Celebrating 10 years in country music with ACM Award nominations, Gold-certified hits, and more than 500M streams. Kaitlin Butts – Known for her theatrical storytelling and bold songwriting, nominated for the 2024 Americana Awards' New Emerging Act.
Observer
30-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Marchand smashes 200m medley world record
Leon Marchand smashed the 200m individual medley world record in Singapore on Wednesday with another breathtaking swim while Australia and the United States celebrated more gold. Racing in the semifinals at the world championships, the 23-year-old Frenchman wiped more than a second off the previous record of 1:54.00 set by Ryan Lochte in 2011. Marchand beat Michael Phelps's long-standing 400m medley record at the world championships in Japan two years ago. "Actually I can't believe it right now," said Marchand, who won four individual golds in front of his home fans at the Paris Olympics a year ago and was the face of the Games. "I knew I was going to be close to my PB (personal best) because I felt really good today and preparation has been pretty good. "But 1:52 is unbelievable for me." Marchand took an extended break from swimming after Paris and only returned to competition in May. He is focusing on the individual medley events in Singapore and had said he was gunning for Lochte's record. Marchand got his world championships campaign under way on Wednesday morning, clocking a time of 1:57.63 in the heats. He said he would go all out for the record in the semifinals rather than conserve his energy for Thursday's final. WHIRLWIND In Wednesday's finals, Tunisia's Ahmed Jaouadi won the 800m freestyle thanks to a perfectly timed attack. Jaouadi made his move midway through the race and eased away to touch the wall in 7min 36.88sec, ahead of German pair Sven Schwarz (7:39.96) and 400m champion Lukas Maertens (7:40.19). Jaouadi, who finished fourth at last year's Paris Olympics, clocked the third-fastest time ever. "At some point I saw that the rhythm wasn't that fast so I decided to just go and make the move," said the 20-year-old. Ireland's Olympic champion Daniel Wiffen finished last. Australia's Olympic champion Mollie O'Callaghan was just as emphatic in romping to victory in the women's 200m freestyle in 1:53.48. Second was China's Li Bingjie (1:54.52) and third Claire Weinstein of the United States (1:54.67). O'Callaghan said it had been a "whirlwind". Since winning gold at the Paris Games, O'Callaghan has been injured and had some badly needed time to recharge. She has spoken about struggling to live up to the hype since Paris. "I know it's been hard for a lot of people to come back after the Olympics but very grateful to have a good support team behind me to get me through this mentally and physically," said the 21-year-old. Luca Urlando of the United States celebrated the biggest title of his career with gold in the 200m butterfly in 1:51.87. Italy's Simone Cerasuolo pipped Russian Kirill Prigoda to 50m breaststroke gold, touching home in 26.54sec. A "neutral athletes" team made up of Russian swimmers won the mixed 4x100m medley relay, finishing ahead of China and Canada. After four days of the championships, Australia lead the medals table with four golds, with the United States on three and Germany and Canada two. Summer McIntosh of Canada will be looking to make it three golds for herself in as many races on Thursday when she goes in the 200m butterfly. Also in the final is China's 12-year-old schoolgirl Yu Zidi, as she attempts to bag a historic medal on her debut competition on the world stage. — AFP
