Laneway's 2025 sideshows include Olivia Dean, Joey Valence & Brae, and julie in a more intimate setting outside the festival, with an additional November 2024 tour by UK band Yard Act.
Olivia Dean (2025)
- 5 February 2025 – Powerstation, Auckland, NZ
- 11 February 2025 – Roundhouse, Sydney, Australia
- 13 February 2025 – Forum, Melbourne, Australia
One of the UK’s most promising new artists, Olivia Dean is finally heading to Australia and New Zealand for her debut tour, with Laneway Festival performances and her own headline shows. Known for her endearing, down-to-earth lyrics and magnetic live performances, Dean has quickly earned a devoted following. Her debut album, Messy, released in 2023, garnered critical acclaim, reaching #4 on the UK charts and earning a Mercury Prize Album of the Year nomination. The album showcases Dean’s diverse range and introspective songwriting, embracing imperfections with authenticity and grace.
Joey Valence & Brae (2025)
- 10 February 2025 – Liberty Hall, Sydney, Australia
- 12 February 2025 – 170 Russell, Melbourne, Australia
Known for their high-energy performances, Joey Valence & Brae’s meteoric rise has been powered by a unique blend of punk, hip-hop, and Gen Z-inspired hyper pop. Starting as college friends experimenting with music, they’ve become viral sensations with hits like Double Jump, accumulating over 200 million streams and a massive following online. Their new album, NO HANDS, featuring collaborations with hip-hop legend Danny Brown and DJ Z-Trip, amplifies their unique sound, blending influences from ‘90s rap, hardcore, and contemporary pop culture.
julie (2025)
- 13 February 2025 – Factory Theatre, Sydney, Australia
- 15 February 2025 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne, Australia
Los Angeles band julie brings a unique blend of shoegaze, grunge, and post-punk to their music, gaining a following with their debut single flutter in 2020. Known for their distinctive DIY ethos, julie creates every element of their work, from the music and visuals to the instruments they play on stage. Their debut album, my anti-aircraft friend, combines fuzz-laden guitars with experimental sounds, showcasing a heavy, atmospheric soundscape that pushes genre boundaries.
Yard Act (2024)
- 12 November 2024 – Factory Theatre, Sydney, Australia
- 13 November 2024 – Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne, Australia
- 14 November 2024 – The Triffid, Brisbane, Australia
- 17 November 2024 – Freo.Social, Perth, Australia
Hailing from Leeds, UK, Yard Act has gained critical acclaim with their witty lyrics, genre-blending sound, and social commentary. Their debut album, The Overload, made waves in 2022, earning a Mercury Prize nomination and praise from artists like Elton John and Beck. Yard Act’s music is a mix of post-punk, indie rock, and a cheeky narrative style that’s connected with fans worldwide. Their second album, Where’s My Utopia, released in 2024, explores new sonic landscapes with influences ranging from Fela Kuti to early 2000s pop, offering a celebratory yet introspective take on modern life.
Tickets are on sale now for all shows. For complete tour and ticket details, visit Laneway Presents.
