José González is heading back to Australia and New Zealand, announcing a seven-date tour for February and March 2027.
The Swedish-Argentinian singer-songwriter will make his first Australian appearance since March 2024, when he toured in celebration of the 20th anniversary of his acclaimed debut album, Veneer.
This time around, González has a new album to share. Released in March, his fifth studio record, Against the Dying of the Light, finds the musician turning his attention to some of the most pressing questions facing humanity, from the rapid development of artificial intelligence to the responsibilities that come with technological progress.
While his delicate fingerpicked guitar work and quietly affecting vocals remain at the heart of his sound, the album takes a more outward-looking approach, exploring the tension between innovation and human connection, and what might be lost in the pursuit of progress.
It’s weighty subject matter for an artist whose understated approach has long been part of his appeal, but González balances those concerns with the warmth, intimacy, and melodic sensibility that have defined his career.
Fans can expect material from the new record alongside favourites from across his catalogue, including “Heartbeats” and “Crosses”, two songs that helped introduce his distinctive sound to audiences around the world.
The tour kicks off at Adelaide’s Hindley Street Music Hall on February 24th before heading to Brisbane’s On The Banks series on February 25th. González will then take to the Sydney Opera House Forecourt on February 27th, followed by Melbourne’s Palace Foreshore on February 28th.
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He’ll cross the Tasman for three New Zealand performances, beginning in Wellington on March 2nd before visiting Auckland on March 3rd and Christchurch on March 4th.
A series of pre-sales will begin on Tuesday, October 27th, with tickets available to the general public from Friday, October 30th, at 11am local time.
For tickets and further information, visit Handsome Tours.
José González 2027 Australia & New Zealand Tour Dates
Sydney Opera House Insiders and QPAC Members Pre-sale: Tuesday, October 27th, 11am local time.
Artist, Sydney Opera House What’s On, QPAC Venue and Palace Foreshore Venue Pre-sale: Wednesday, October 28th, 11am local time.
Promoter and Spotify Pre-sale: Thursday, October 29th, 11am local time.
General public tickets: Friday, October 30th, 11am local time.
Wednesday, February 24th
Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide
Thursday, February 25th
On The Banks, Brisbane
Saturday, February 27th
Sydney Opera House Forecourt, Sydney
Sunday, February 28th
Palace Foreshore, Melbourne
Tuesday, March 2nd
Meow Nui, Wellington
Wednesday, March 3rd
New Zealand International Convention Centre, Auckland
Thursday, March 4th
Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch
