Get ready, Australia — King Gizzard is set to return this December with Phantom Island: a mind-bending tour of orchestral grandeur and rock mayhem you won’t want to miss.
After more than two years absent, the legendary King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard are finally back — and this December, they’re set to light up Eastern Australia with a one-of-a-kind tour you absolutely can’t miss.
Right after dropping their impressive 27th album, Phantom Island, King Gizzard will kick off their tour, diving into their massive catalogue of music. Phantom Island is set to release on June 13 through p(doom) records — another bold statement of their limitless creativity.
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Still as unique and unpredictable as ever, King Gizzard never fails to amaze. This tour promises to double the excitement by bringing two completely different show experiences — each staged in its own city.
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First up, get ready to be swept away by the spectacular Orchestra Concert Show. Featuring 29 musicians led by conductor Chad Kelly and teaming up with renowned orchestras like the Sydney Symphony, Queensland Symphony, and Orchestra Victoria, these performances at iconic venues — Sydney Opera House, Princess Theatre, and Sidney Myer Music Bowl — will transport you to another dimension.
Then, switch gears to the high-energy Rock Show — raw, explosive, and electrifying stages at Fortitude Music Hall (Brisbane), Enmore Theatre (Sydney), and Sidney Myer Music Bowl (Melbourne). Plus, special appearances from trailblazing artists Party Dozen (Brisbane/Sydney) and Barkaa (Melbourne) will be the missing pieces of this fiery atmosphere.
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have long been one of Australia’s brightest cultural icons and creative powerhouses. This comeback is more than a tour — it’s a celebration of their passion, persistence, and unwavering dedication to music. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in an unforgettable musical journey.
The schedule can be found here:
ORCHESTRAL SHOWS with Conductor and Music Director Chad Kelly
Tue 02 Dec | Sydney Opera House w/ Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Wed 03 Dec | Sydney Opera House w/ Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Tue 09 Dec | Princess Theatre w/ Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Fri 12 Dec | Sidney Myer Music Bowl w/ Orchestra Victoria + Folk Bitch Trio
ROCK n ROLL SHOWS
Fri 05 Dec | Enmore | Sydney/Warrane + Party Dozen
Sun 07 Dec | Fortitude Music Hall | Brisbane/Meanjin + Party Dozen
Sat 13 Dec | Sidney Myer Music Bowl | Melbourne/Narrm + Barkaa
Brace yourself! More info, ticketing and further reading is available here.
