This November, the rising British post-punk stars will be playing three dates down the east coast.
Big Special have announced their first-ever Australian tour, where they’ll be joined by two of Melbourne’s most exciting up-and-comers.
The tour kicks off in Brisbane on Thursday, November 28, at Brightside, followed by a show in Sydney at Mary’s Underground on Friday, November 29, and wrapping up in Melbourne at The Corner on Saturday, November 30.
Big Special 2024 Tour
- Nov 28 – The Brightside, Brisbane
- Now 29 – Mary’s Underground, Sydney
- Nov 30 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
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Big Special, comprised of vocalist Joe Hicklin and drummer Callum Moloney, are known for their unique blend of punk energy and heartfelt lyricism.
Springing from relative obscurity with their breakout first album Postindustrial Hometown Blues, the band has become one to watch, playing Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds and touring extensively across the UK, Europe and South America.
The widely acclaimed album delves into themes of depression and societal struggle, wrapped in a sound that balances raw honesty with moments of soulful reflection. Hicklin’s stirring vocals shine in standout tracks like Black Dog / White Horse, capturing the poignant tension between despair and hope.
Joining Big Special is Radio Free Alice, a Naarm-based band that’s quickly making waves in the local punk scene. Fresh off an Europe/UK tour stint and an Australian headline tour, the band has a nostalgic sound that channels early 2000s indie influences, delivering anthemic riffs and energetic performances. With their recent EP, Polyester, they showcase a fresh take on the genre that is both familiar and exhilarating.
Rounding out the lineup is Sex Mask, a rising Naarm trio that blends alt-rock and punk with a cheeky, playful twist. Part postmodern riddle, part manifesto, their music maintains a contagious and raw energy that resonates with fans.
Tickets to see Big Special on their debut Australian tour go on sale at 5pm on Monday, September 23. Get them here.
