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Counterparts are bringing their intense and emotionally charged live performance to Australia in 2025! Following the success of their surprise EP Heaven Let Them Die, the Canadian melodic hardcore giants will embark on a four-show tour with rising metalcore stars Dying Wish. “Heaven Let Them Die represents us at our most intense — raw, uncompromising, and unfiltered,” shares frontman Brendan Murphy.

Rock icons THE USED have announced their Australian 25th Anniversary Tour offering an unforgettable experience for fans, with three nights at Liberty Hall featuring a full album playthrough of the music they created that shaped the sound of early 2000s alternative rock. The celebration will highlight their first three albums performed in full.

Sunday 17th August 2025 (SOLD OUT)
The Used (2002)

Tuesday 19th August 2025 (SOLD OUT)
In Love And Death (2004)

Wednesday 20th August 2025
Lies For The Liars (2007)

Friday 5th September 2025
The Used (2002)

Saturday 6th August 2025
In Love And Death (2004)

As the band reaches a quarter-century milestone, these records are largely regarded as highly influential, and it is no wonder each of them has been certified either platinum or gold by the RIAA in the US, and sold over 10 million albums worldwide.

The band is eternally grateful for the love and support of their fans throughout the years. Lead singer Bert McCracken, aka robbietheused, is “Overwhelmed! These first three records are what put The Used on the map. I can’t wait to experience the joy in playing all three records from front to back. I know it will be an amazing time. I wouldn’t miss it for the world. Sending love to you all and I hope to see you there!”.  Bassist Jepha adds, “We feel extremely lucky and humbled to have been a part of something way bigger than ourselves for the past 25 years. To everyone that has been there from the beginning or is just starting out your adventure with us thank you. Here’s to the next 25!”.  Drummer Dan Whitesides shares: “We can’t wait to play all of these songs from the first three albums, they mean so much to us as we know they do to so many people.”

Regarded as one of the most important albums in the post-hardcore scene, THE USED‘s self-titled 2002 album went on to influence a generation of artists, peaked at #63 on the Billboard 200 charts, and debuted at #34 on the ARIA Australian Albums charts. Certified platinum in the US and gold in Australia, The Used has been continually praised since release for its balanced mix of angst and beauty, towering craftsmanship and instrumentation, and a flawless outing from frontman Bert McCracken. An unfaltering landmark outing for THE USED, resoundingly celebrated for its infectious melodics, powerful beauty and emotion, and eclectic merging of punk, acoustic, metal, rock and beyond, The Used spawned iconic singles The Taste of Ink and Buried Myself Alive, while also kickstarting THE USED‘s prolific legacy.

Off the back of an extensive touring schedule following the release of their debut full-length, THE USED returned to the studio with producer John Feldmann to conjure their sophomore studio album, 2004’s In Love And Death. Balancing crunchy riffs with creative dexterity, In Love And Death explanded on the polished yet primal tendencies introduced via The Used, and sent THE USED‘s popularity into an entirely new stratosphere; one lined with heart-wrenching anthems, stirring melodics and plenty of spine-tingling heaviness. Across the board, soaring choruses meld with vulnerable lyrics and virtuosic guitar solos, with In Love And Death debuting at #6 on the Billboard 200, and once again reaching platinum and gold certification in the US and Australia respectively, while also igniting significant mainstream global appeal.

Released in 2007, THE USED‘s third studio album, Lies For The Liars, went on to land at #5 on the Billboard 200 chart, debuted at #5 on the ARIA Albums charts, and also become the group’s fastest-selling album in the UK. A high octane collection of cinematic spectacles and captivating arrangements, Lies For The Liars dives head first into guitar-driven rock, balancing levity with sharp production, horror punk and experimental pop injections. With its single Pretty Handsome Awkward tapped to appear on Michael Bay’s 2007 Transformers soundtrack, which itself debuted at #21 on the Billboard 200 charts, Lies For The Liars burgeoned THE USED‘s cultural impact, while also firmly reminding the world why THE USEDwere and still remain one of the most influential and important bands to emerge in the 2000s.

Rock icons THE USED have announced their Australian 25th Anniversary Tour offering an unforgettable experience for fans, with three nights at Liberty Hall featuring a full album playthrough of the music they created that shaped the sound of early 2000s alternative rock. The celebration will highlight their first three albums performed in full.

Sunday 17th August 2025 (SOLD OUT)
The Used (2002)

Tuesday 19th August 2025 (SOLD OUT)
In Love And Death (2004)

Wednesday 20th August 2025
Lies For The Liars (2007)

Friday 5th September 2025
The Used (2002)

Saturday 6th August 2025
In Love And Death (2004)

As the band reaches a quarter-century milestone, these records are largely regarded as highly influential, and it is no wonder each of them has been certified either platinum or gold by the RIAA in the US, and sold over 10 million albums worldwide.

The band is eternally grateful for the love and support of their fans throughout the years. Lead singer Bert McCracken, aka robbietheused, is “Overwhelmed! These first three records are what put The Used on the map. I can’t wait to experience the joy in playing all three records from front to back. I know it will be an amazing time. I wouldn’t miss it for the world. Sending love to you all and I hope to see you there!”.  Bassist Jepha adds, “We feel extremely lucky and humbled to have been a part of something way bigger than ourselves for the past 25 years. To everyone that has been there from the beginning or is just starting out your adventure with us thank you. Here’s to the next 25!”.  Drummer Dan Whitesides shares: “We can’t wait to play all of these songs from the first three albums, they mean so much to us as we know they do to so many people.”

Regarded as one of the most important albums in the post-hardcore scene, THE USED‘s self-titled 2002 album went on to influence a generation of artists, peaked at #63 on the Billboard 200 charts, and debuted at #34 on the ARIA Australian Albums charts. Certified platinum in the US and gold in Australia, The Used has been continually praised since release for its balanced mix of angst and beauty, towering craftsmanship and instrumentation, and a flawless outing from frontman Bert McCracken. An unfaltering landmark outing for THE USED, resoundingly celebrated for its infectious melodics, powerful beauty and emotion, and eclectic merging of punk, acoustic, metal, rock and beyond, The Used spawned iconic singles The Taste of Ink and Buried Myself Alive, while also kickstarting THE USED‘s prolific legacy.

Off the back of an extensive touring schedule following the release of their debut full-length, THE USED returned to the studio with producer John Feldmann to conjure their sophomore studio album, 2004’s In Love And Death. Balancing crunchy riffs with creative dexterity, In Love And Death explanded on the polished yet primal tendencies introduced via The Used, and sent THE USED‘s popularity into an entirely new stratosphere; one lined with heart-wrenching anthems, stirring melodics and plenty of spine-tingling heaviness. Across the board, soaring choruses meld with vulnerable lyrics and virtuosic guitar solos, with In Love And Death debuting at #6 on the Billboard 200, and once again reaching platinum and gold certification in the US and Australia respectively, while also igniting significant mainstream global appeal.

Released in 2007, THE USED‘s third studio album, Lies For The Liars, went on to land at #5 on the Billboard 200 chart, debuted at #5 on the ARIA Albums charts, and also become the group’s fastest-selling album in the UK. A high octane collection of cinematic spectacles and captivating arrangements, Lies For The Liars dives head first into guitar-driven rock, balancing levity with sharp production, horror punk and experimental pop injections. With its single Pretty Handsome Awkward tapped to appear on Michael Bay’s 2007 Transformers soundtrack, which itself debuted at #21 on the Billboard 200 charts, Lies For The Liars burgeoned THE USED‘s cultural impact, while also firmly reminding the world why THE USEDwere and still remain one of the most influential and important bands to emerge in the 2000s.

As the sun dips, the party shifts gears for AFTER DARK at Liberty Hall—where the energy turns deep, dark, and full-throttle. Helping us bring this party to a simmer is Gadigal based collective, UNDISCLOSED. 

Steering the night is Anetha, the French DJ, producer, and label boss known for her high-octane fusion of techno, trance, and experimental sounds. A mainstay at the world’s best clubs and festivals, her sets are relentless, kinetic, and built for those who like it fast and furious. 

Joining her is Dax J, the London-born, Berlin-based techno titan whose fierce, uncompromising sets have cemented his reputation as one of the scene’s most respected figures. With a background in pirate radio and a razor-sharp ear for cutting-edge sound design, he’s here to push energy levels to their peak. 

Matching these two international heavyweights are local selectors Tamara Radosevic B2B Ulia, setting the temperature within the four walls of Liberty Hall. 

Lock in, dial up the intensity, and brace yourself for a heady, hypnotic mix of high-voltage bass that will keep you magnetised to the floor all night long.

On Saturday 8th March 2025, Summer Dance is taking things back to our roots with a 2018 alumni reunion and a no-holds-barred takeover with House of Mince, the ever-brash, queer party institution that knows exactly how to do things right.

Leading the charge is Honey Dijon—a 2018 Summer Dance alum, Chicago-born and now London-based, whose influence runs deep across music, fashion, and culture. From underground clubs to Grammy-winning collaborations with Beyoncé and Madonna, Honey’s sets are a masterclass in groove, blending classic house with a future-facing edge.

Joining her is Sofia Kourtesis, the Peruvian-born, Berlin-based producer and DJ whose kaleidoscopic sound has bewitched dancefloors worldwide. With rapturously received EPs and singles, she has solidified herself as one of electronic music’s most exciting new voices.

Rounding out the daytime line-up is Deepa, a dancefloor favourite celebrated for her ability to seamlessly connect genres with warmth, energy, and an undeniable flirtatiousness. Expect a sun-drenched hit-out led by DJs who know exactly how to take you there.

Cut from a different cloth, Joy Orbison—one of the most revered names in electronic music—is set to take over Liberty Hall in Sydney/Eora on 7 March, supported by the UK’s ‘90s rave culture devotee FOLD, alongside Eora tastemaker Jungist. 

With a career spanning over a decade, Peter O’Grady, aka Joy Orbison, continues to redefine dance music, balancing genre-defying innovation with unparalleled artistry time and again.

Renowned for his groundbreaking releases such as Hyph Mngo, Ellipsis, and Sicko Cell, Joy Orbison’s impact on the electronic music landscape is immeasurable. His long-awaited debut album, still slipping vol. 1, released in 2021, solidified his status as a visionary. Garnering widespread acclaim, the album won Album of the Year at the DJ Mag Awards and earned spots on ‘Best of’ lists from Pitchfork, Crack, and The Quietus.

Whether headlining festivals, curating genre-defining tracks on his Hinge Finger label, or delivering unforgettable DJ sets, Joy Orbison remains a global force in the scene. Expect an evening of impeccable soundscapes and dancefloor anthems, blending cutting-edge productions with the raw energy that has become his hallmark.

Don’t miss the UK producer and DJ as he takes to Liberty Hall for a one-of-a-kind headline show during his visit to Australia.

Caravāna Sun are back with new music to see us into the summer, this time lighting up radars with ‘Only The Night’. The arrival of this song is a bright reminder of resilience and community, with Caravāna Sun providing an excellent blend of vibrant musicality and optimism that buoys an always clever bed of lyrics.

CARAVÃNA SUN performed to one of their biggest crowds on the main stage at Bluesfest 2024, with over 10,000 in attendance. Since 2011, Sydneysiders CARAVÃNA SUN have built a renowned reputation across the globe for their dynamic and energetic live performances. Their infectious grooves which progressively merge their surfy coastal lifestyle with elements of explosive rock, euphoric electronica/dance and rambunctious reggae/ska have earned the band slots on some of the world’s most coveted stages. Highlights include Boardmasters (UK), Boomtown (UK), Reggae Sun Ska (France), Bluesfest Byron Bay, Summer in the City (Germany), Party in the Paddock (TAS), Woodford Folk Festival (QLD) and headlining Madnes (Netherlands) to name a few. They have also toured with iconic artists such as Madness, UB40, The Cat Empire and Fat Freddy’s Drop among many others. CARAVÃNA SUN also had success with their hypnotic track ‘Whale Song’, which was featured in the global award winning documentary, ‘Seaspiracy’. The film featured in the top 10 most watched on Netflix across numerous countries upon its release, generating significant traction on the issue of ocean conservation. This saw the band further secure their place on the world stage and brought with it a huge influx of new fans from far and wide.A

2024 was a big year for Eora’s UK speed garage producer and selector, Club Angel. From debuting on international stages across Asia, Europe, and the UK to delivering sold-out headline shows in Australia and dominating festival lineups such as Boiler Room Sydney and Mode Festival, Club Angel has cemented himself as a key player in the global dance music scene.

This February, Club Angel will bring his high-octane energy to Eora and Naarm for a whirlwind tour, coinciding with the release of his highly anticipated single, “Lost My Trust”, dropping 24 January via Dr Dubplate’s esteemed ec2a label. With every move, Club Angel proves why he’s a must-watch artist to back in 2025.

Renowned for his fearless approach to blending late ’90s and early 2000s dance anthems with his distinctive UK speed garage and jungle sounds, Club Angel’s sets are nothing short of visceral journeys. Expect anthemic vocals, punching bass, and hard-hitting jungle, all stitched together with the skill of a true selector who thrives on keeping club-goers on their toes track after track.

Fresh off electrifying performances at Boiler Room Sydney and Mode Festival, Club Angel has shared stages with some of dance music’s heaviest hitters, including fred again.., Interplanetary Criminal, and Sammy Virji. With widespread acclaim from tastemakers such as BBC Radio 1, Mixmag, and Resident Advisor, Club Angel is riding high on the momentum of his acclaimed EP, Soundbwoy’s Destiny.

The EP channels the raw essence of ’90s and ’00s rave culture, balancing euphoric highs with unapologetic grittiness. From the hypnotic rhythms of “Stylin” to the raw, unrelenting energy of “Babylon’s Burning”, his music has an undeniable knack for shaking dancefloors and selling out clubs.

As Club Angel kicks off 2025 with this explosive February tour, expect nothing less than the untamed intensity that has become his signature.

Soundbwoy’s back.