Sigur Rós Announce Return To Australia With Orchestra Tour In May 2025

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Presale  available from 10am local time Wednesday 2 October

Tickets on sale to the general public from 10am local time Friday 4 October

Secret Sounds and Double J are excited to announce that much lauded Icelandic band Sigur Rós are set to return to Australia for a run of truly special, one-of-a-kind performances. May 2025 will see them bring their distinctive and ethereal music to stages with Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Brisbane Philharmonic Orchestra, along with shows in Sydney.

 

 

There are few bands that cut through the noise and distractions of the world to bring you a pure elemental truth or feeling like Sigur Rós. It seems only fitting that now they will return down under with 41-piece orchestra and their most intimate and emotionally direct album to date, ÁTTA.

Since their formation, the band has masterfully blended ambient electronics, orchestral and rock instruments, with the haunting falsetto of frontman Jónsi at the helm. The band first emerged from Iceland with their debut album, Von, in 1997, but it was their sophomore album, Ágætis byrjun, in 1999 that propelled them to international acclaim. The album won them the prestigious Shortlist Music Prize and was declared Iceland's Best Album of the Century. Following this success, their third album, ( ), was celebrated for its innovative use of Jónsi's made-up language, known as Hopelandic.

Their expansive catalogue features several chart-topping records, including their 2012 album Valtari which became their fifth consecutive number one in Iceland, topped the album chart in Ireland, and reached number seven in the US. Returning to the studio shortly after, Sigur Rós took their sound in a darker, more assertive direction with their seventh album, Kveikur (2013). The change was approved by fans worldwide, and it became a Top 20 hit across Europe, the US, the UK and in Australia. That same year, the band appeared on screen in Game Of Thrones and featured in an episode of The Simpsons, which featured original music by Sigur Rós, as well as their take on the show’s theme song.

Known for their mesmerising live performances, Sigur Rós has performed at major festivals around the world including Coachella, Glastonbury, and Lollapalooza, and sold-out shows across the globe. Their shows are celebrated for their emotional intensity, immersive atmosphere and stunning visual projections. Their world tour in 2022 marked a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus of touring, thrilling fans with both new material and beloved classics.

ÁTTA, released in June 2023, captures a new chapter in their musical journey. The album marks a decade since Kveikur and brings together the trio of Jónsi, Georg Holm, and the returning Kjartan Sveinsson. Recorded with a stripped-back approach and strings laid down at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, the album features lush arrangements, including a 32-piece orchestra, yet maintains an emotional focus, reflecting the complexities of a post-pandemic world.

Following their US tour, which features eight special dates with the Wordless Music Orchestra and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Sigur Rós will take their orchestral experience to Australia. Fans can look forward to a captivating performance that blends fan favourites with their latest record.

Sigur Rós’ 2022 Australian headline dates sold out well in advance, so jump on these tickets quick!

Presale for Adelaide, Melbourne and Brisbane begins from 10am local time Wednesday 2 October. Fans can sign up for presale access here.

Tickets to the general public in Adelaide, Melbourne and Brisbane are available from 10am local time Friday 4 October.

SIGUR RÓS

AUSTRALIAN ORCHESTRAL TOUR 2025

AEC THEATRE, ADELAIDE

SAT 17 MAY

HAMER HALL, MELBOURNE

MON 19 MAY & TUE 20 MAY

VENUE TO BE ANNOUNCED, SYDNEY*

FRI 23 MAY, SAT 24 MAY & SUN 25 MAY

QPAC CONCERT HALL, BRISBANE

TUE 27 MAY

 

Presale for Adelaide, Melbourne and Brisbane available from 10am local time Wednesday 2 October

Tickets on sale to the general public in Adelaide, Melbourne and Brisbane from 10am local time Friday 4 October

For complete tour and ticket information, visit: secretsounds.com

*Not promoted by Secret Sounds & Double J

 

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