The Cult, one of the most influential bands of all time, have announced their 8424 Australian tour celebrating the band’s 40th anniversary.
The shows will see the band perform songs spanning their 11-album discography and commemorate four decades of a ground-breaking catalogue of songs.
The Cult’s 8424 tour kicks off at The Forum, Melbourne on 23 November, then heads to Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall on 25 November, Sydney’s Opera House on 26 November, Adelaide’s Hindley Street Music Hall on 28 November, and concludes at Perth’s Metro City on Saturday 30 November. Tickets on sale at 10.00am (local time) on Monday 8 July.
The Cult 8424 tour dates 2024
- Saturday 23 November: The Forum, Melbourne VIC
- Monday 25 November: Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane QLD
- Tuesday 26 November: Sydney Opera House, Sydney NSW
- Thursday 28 November: Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide SA
- Saturday 30 November: Metro City, Perth WA
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The Cult holds a significant place in musical history due to its pioneering use of post-punk, hard rock, and experimentalism, pushing boundaries and influencing countless bands across multiple genres. With their musical prowess, uncompromising attitude, and captivating stage presence, they forged a distinct identity while charting new territory for bands to explore.
From Duffy’s formative and influential years in the Manchester underground to Astbury’s innovative cultural festival Gathering of the Tribes, the duo has left an indelible mark on modern music, shaping its trajectory in profound ways.
The legendary British rockers have broken barriers thanks to their innovative sound experiments. They have sold millions of albums worldwide and quickly ascended through the ranks of the indie music world to achieve global status. They have an arsenal of hits including She Sells Sanctuary, Love Removal Machine, Fire Woman, and Rain.
The Cult – founding singer Ian Astbury and guitarist Billy Duffy, with drummer John Tempesta and bassist Charlie Jones (Goldfrapp, Page and Plant) – are preparing to tour Europe and they’re at the peak of their powers.
Telstra presale: Tuesday 2 July at 10.00am (local time). General public on sale: Monday 8 July at 10.00am (local time). Ticket details available here.
