Festivals
Tyler Hubbard Announces Debut Australian Headline Tour
Tyler Hubbard, a multi-Platinum selling artist, will be performing in Australia this October as part of his ‘Strong World Tour’ and will be Hubbard’s second visit to Australia in 2024, following his headline set at CMC Rocks earlier this year.
The general public will be able to purchase the tickets on Monday, May 20th, at the same time that the pre-sale begins on Friday, May 17th, at 10 am AEST.
Starting on October 6th at Melbourne’s Forum, the tour will make its way to Sydney’s Enmore Theatre on October 9th, and finally to the Gold Coast’s Star Theatre on October 13th. In addition to Deniliquin’s Deni Ute Muster on October 4, Mareeba’s “Savannah In The Round” on October 11, and Sandstone Point’s “Over Yonder” Country Music Festival on October 12, Tyler has a number of other upcoming performances.
As a member of the multi-platinum combo Florida Georgia Line, the American singer-songwriter has already achieved a spectacular career with 21 US radio hits that peaked at No. 1, numerous accolades, and sold-out performances.
Tyler will be performing alone at this event, and fans will get a chance to witness his dynamic and energetic song selection, which highlights Hubbard’s free-spirited energy, command the stage.
His solo career has been booming since the release of his self-titled debut album in January, which was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The record has received more than 1.33 billion streams worldwide.
On Strong, Hubbard has hit singles like “Back Then Right Now” and “Wish You Would,” and fans can look forward to hearing “5 Foot 9″—a song that has been certified 2x Platinum by the RIAA—and its follow-up, “Dancin’ In The Country”—a song that has more than 420 million streams worldwide and is RIAA Platinum—performed.
The 44th winner of Toyota Star Maker, Australia’s most esteemed country music competition, Wade Forster, is an Australian rodeo cowboy and country music performer. He will be accompanying Tyler on his tour around the country. On Spotify, Forster has over 400,000 monthly listeners, and on Apple Music, he has over 31,000,000 streams.
TYLER HUBBARD AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES:
Sunday 06 October – Melbourne, Forum
Wednesday 09 October – Sydney, Enmore Theatre
Sunday 13 October – Gold Coast, The Star Theatre
Also appearing at:
Friday 04 October – Deniliquin, Deni Ute Muster
Friday 11 October – Mareeba, Savannah In The Round
Saturday 12 October – Sandstone Point, Over Yonder Country Music Festival
As part of his Nomad World Tour, multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Kip Moore will be returning to Australia and New Zealand in September and October, and country music fans couldn’t be more thrilled to have him here.
For his fifth Australian tour, Kip is performing nine massive headline shows in cities including Christchurch, Auckland, Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra, Thirroul, and Brisbane as part of his Nomad World Tour.
On Monday, March 25th at 4pm local time, Frontier Members will have access to the presale tickets. The general onsale will start on Wednesday, March 27th at 4pm local time. Check out frontiertouring.com/kipmoore for all the tour details and reservations!
Kip Moore’s southern charm remains as smooth as ever; he last visited Australia and New Zealand for a sell-out headline tour in 2023, which included a spectacular headline performance at CMC Rocks QLD. Arenas and theatres around the nation are going to go ballistic when the genre-bending songsmith returns, as his legion of devoted followers are begging for more.
After launching his career in 2012 with the release of Up All Night, Kip got off to a roaring start. The project became an immediate hit, going platinum in the US, and was praised as “the best by a new country artist this year” (Taste of Country). As the next decade rolled along, Kip’s highly awaited fifth studio album, Damn Love, was released in 2023 to millions of albums sold and over 2.9 billion streams globally. This album, which Kip Moore co-produced, features thirteen songs that demonstrated his skill as a songwriter and musician once again, solidifying his position as a dominant force in the country music industry.
Known worldwide for his electrifying live performances and distinctive sound, Kip Moore is an absolutely extraordinary performer. This past year, he reached a new peak in his career with over 44,000 tickets sold in South Africa. He played to sold-out stadiums in Pretoria and Cape Town, ushered in a new era for country music, and even debuted the Cape Town Country Music Festival.
The dynamic troubadour will devote the most of 2024 to his craft, playing headlining concerts and festival appearances across North America before making a late-year trek to Australia and New Zealand.
In recent years, “Kip Moore” has amassed a legion of devoted fans around the world. Riding high on the enthusiasm and interest of his massive global fan base – A A Nashville Soundscape
“Becoming one of the most consistent and potent live draws in country music, and not only in the US. Performing to packed houses in countries like Australia and Canada, he is a shining example of the organic performance art that the most commercially successful acts in his field tend to ignore in favour of stagecraft.”
Rolling Stone
James Johnston, a local hero, has had remarkable success with his boot-stomping songs about life in the country. He has joined Kip in performing in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. James has risen to prominence as one of Australia’s most popular country music singers on streaming services, riding high on the success of his groundbreaking debut album RAISED LIKE THAT and the rest of 2023. His unassuming demeanour, high-energy live performance, and indisputable talent will propel him to international stardom.
New Zealand, Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Canberra will be graced by the melodic sounds of Sons Of The East, a local indie folk duo. With over 300 million streams and sold-out concerts in Australia and across the globe, Sons Of The East are an incredible independent success story. Palomar Parade, their outstanding debut album, showcases their energetic sound and helps them carve out a distinct niche among their peers.
Kip Moore, who has defied genre expectations in country music, returns to Australia and New Zealand to the delight of his devoted fans. In September and October, he will be performing at two of his most notable concerts to date.
Country music enthusiasts and festival-goers have a new reason to celebrate as Country HQ and Borderlines Artist & Label Solutions join forces to unveil the Tamworth ’24 mobile app. This groundbreaking application, available for both iOS and Android, aims to redefine the Tamworth Country Music Festival experience, offering users an unparalleled guide to the festival’s artists, events, and much more.
The Tamworth ’24 Difference:
Tamworth ’24 is poised to become the ultimate companion for festival attendees, promising a seamless blend of technology and music appreciation. The app boasts a range of features designed to enhance the festival-goer’s experience:
- Comprehensive Artist Showcase: Get to know the performers set to grace the Tamworth stages with detailed artist profiles, ensuring fans are well-informed about the incredible talent on display.
- Event Calendar: Stay in the loop with the festival schedule using the app’s comprehensive event calendar. From main stage performances to exclusive backstage events, Tamworth ’24 ensures you stay on top of the action.
- Interactive Map: Navigate the festival grounds effortlessly with the built-in interactive map, making your festival experience seamless and enjoyable.
- Exclusive Content: Dive into the world of country music with behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and exclusive artist curated playlists. Tamworth ’24 goes beyond the stage, providing a unique perspective into the vibrant atmosphere of the Tamworth Country Music Festival.
- MYFEST Personalised Experience: Tailor your festival itinerary by selecting your favourite artists and events.
The Collaboration:
Country HQ, a leading platform dedicated to promoting and celebrating country music, and Borderlines Artist & Label Solutions, a dynamic company specialising in artist development and label services, have combined their expertise to create Tamworth ’24. This collaboration is poised to elevate the festival experience for attendees and provide artists and organisers with a powerful tool to connect with their audience.
Available Now:
Tamworth ’24 is now available for download on both the App Store and Google Play. Embrace the harmony of country music and immerse yourself in the vibrant community that the Tamworth Country Music Festival represents.
Join us in celebrating the launch of Tamworth ’24 – where technology meets country, and the festival experience is redefined.
Just 40mins southeast of Tamworth, escape the long weekend mayhem and head to the quaint mountainside village of Nundle with its cafe, pub, caravan park, swimming pool, wool store and gold mining heritage and epic line up of alternative country music at the Nundle Hall. with the revived Nundle Rocks Festival making its debut in 2024!
Friday 26th, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th January 2024, from midday each day, Nundle will welcome music enthusiasts into town for a huge display of alternative country music at the central Nundle School of Arts Memorial Hall.
The three day line-up features some prestigous and prodigal alt-country acts including The Re-Mains, Minor Gold, Magpie Diaries, Watty Thompson, The Pleasures, Ben Leece, The Tall Stories, Lady Lyon, Bud Rokesky, Fleur Wiber, Gleny Rae Virus, Stefanie Duzel and more.
This ticketed concert series, orchestrated by the good folk at Dashville, with the blessing of the original conspirators, is looking to rekindle the glory of the original concept of Nundle Rocks, which emerged over a decade ago, as a desirable haven for alternative country music fans looking to escape the hustle and bustle of town.
Limited to 100 tickets daily, tickets are on sale now just by clicking here.
Various accommodation options are available in and around Nundle, so visit www.nundle.com.au for more info
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