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Secret Sounds & triple j present

Mercury prize winner
SAM FENDER
announces
Australian tour
supports joining
HOLLY HUMBERSTONE

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“Polished and grown, but still a little rough around the edges, the album positions Fender as a true man of the people, with his own flavour of wry, British wisdom.” triple j, Feature Album

“Fender proves why he is a master storyteller, with songs capable of rousing your soul before subtly breaking your heart… the big leagues is where he truly belongs” **** Rolling Stone UK

“an album that undoubtedly firms up his position as one of the great songwriters of our time” *****  DIY Magazine

“subtle social realism at stunning blockbuster scale” *****  The Guardian

“A man of the people who is out on his own” **** The Times

“the bravest voice of his generation” **** The Telegraph

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Holly Humberstone / Photo – Charlotte Alex

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Fresh from his recent Mercury Prize win and a massive year that’s seen him sell out stadiums across the UK, Sam Fender announces major news for his highly anticipated Australian tour.

Following overwhelming demand after selling out in record time, Sydney and Melbourne fans now have their final chance to secure tickets — final production holds are released and last tickets are on sale now and moving fast.

Alongside previously announced guest Holly Humberstone, a fresh wave of Australian talent has just been revealed; Esha Tewari, Beddy Rays, Sycco and Day We Ran join the tour across select dates, completing a powerhouse lineup for one of the biggest tours of the season.

The Australian dates come hot on the heels of Fender’s prestigious Mercury Prize win for his chart-topping third album People Watching – a record that cemented him as one of Britain’s most vital voices. Upon its February release, People Watching sold over 100,000 copies in its first week in the UK alone, outselling the rest of the Top 10 combined, and becoming the fastest-selling album by a British solo artist since 2022.

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Fender’s unstoppable year continues with the announcement of the deluxe edition of People Watching — set for release December 5 via Polydor Records and available to pre-order now. The expanded version features eight additional tracks, including recent release ‘Talk To You (feat. Elton John)’ and chart-topping hit ‘Rein Me In’ (with Olivia Dean).

Discussing the Elton John collab Fender says, “It’s a song about the end of a long relationship – about the regret, the mistakes, and the lessons that come with it. I thought, what I need is a really good pianist… and who better than Elton John?”

Elton John comments, “Sam called to say he’d written a song with a piano riff he thought would sound great with me playing it. I couldn’t resist. It’s incredible to see him grow into a truly world-class artist.”

With his Mercury Prize win still ringing and sold-out stadiums in his wake, Sam Fender is primed to ignite Australian crowds with the same fire, grit, and soul that have made his live performances nothing short of iconic.

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SAM FENDER
‘PEOPLE WATCHING’
Australian Tour 2025
with special guests

Secret Sounds & triple j present

Friday 14 November 2025 | Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne – *LAST TICKETS*
with special guests Holly Humberstone, Beddy Rays & Day We Ran

Saturday 15 November 2025 | Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne – *LAST TICKETS*
with special guests Holly Humberstone, Beddy Rays & Sycco

Wednesday 19 November 2025 | Riverstage, Brisbane – SOLD OUT
with special guests Holly Humberstone & Sycco

Friday 21 November 2025 | The Showring Entertainment Quarter, Sydney – *LAST TICKETS*
with special guests Holly Humberstone, Beddy Rays & Day We Ran

Tuesday 25 November 2025 | AEC Arena, Adelaide – *LAST TICKETS*
with special guests Holly Humberstone & Esha Tewari

Friday 28 November 2025 | Kings Park & Botanic Garden, Perth – SOLD OUT
with special guests Holly Humberstone & Esha Tewari

Tickets via SECRET SOUNDS

Australian tour special guests:

Esha Tewari

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ESHA TEWARI

At just 19, Esha Tewari has become one of the most captivating new voices in indie folk, amassing millions of streams and a passionate global fanbase dubbed “The Tewarians.” Rising from her viral breakout ‘Beautiful Boy’ to the shimmering emotion of her latest single ‘You Were Mine’, Esha continues to craft raw, soul-stirring songs that connect deeply with listeners worldwide.

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Beddy Rays / Photo – Caleb Spark

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BEDDY RAYS

Hailing from the bayside of Brisbane, Beddy Rays have cemented themselves as one of Australia’s most exciting rock acts, known for their infectious energy and down-to-earth charm. Following their Gold-certified anthem ‘Sobercoaster’ and a string of sold-out tours, the band’s 2025 sophomore record Do What Ya Wanna debuted at #1 Australian Album and #1 Vinyl on the ARIA Charts, solidifying their place as national favourites.

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Sycco

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SYCCO

A First Nations artist redefining pop and electronic music, Sycco (Sasha McLeod) has quickly become a festival mainstay and one of Australia’s most magnetic performers. Fresh from the release of her debut album Zorb via Future Classic, Sycco’s kaleidoscopic sound — spanning psychedelic rock to hyperpop — has seen her sell out headline tours, collaborate with Flume and Chrome Sparks, and light up stages from Splendour in the Grass to Beyond The Valley.

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DAY WE RAN

From Lennox Head, NSW, Day We Ran blend shimmering indie surf rock with soaring harmonies and heartfelt lyricism. With a growing international following and a standout sync on Netflix’s Outer Banks, the band’s laid-back yet anthemic sound is earning waves well beyond Australian shores.

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Day We Ran / Photo – RORY BARNES

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AMNPLIFY – DB