EMPIRE OF THE SUN ANNOUNCES HEADLINE SHOWS IN FIVE YEARS
Tickets Go On Sale Friday, June 28, 10:00 AM Local Time
Playing Corona Capital 2024 On November 17
New Album, Ask That God, Set For July 26 Release Via Capitol Records – Pre-Order Here
Empire of the Sun – 2024 North American Tour Dates
11/17 – Mexico City, MX – Corona Capital 2024
11/19 – Guadalajara, MX – Auditorio Telmex
11/23 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl*
11/26 – Brooklyn, NY – King's Theatre
*with support from NEIL FRANCES
Today, Empire of the Sun announced a trio of North American headline Shows. The astral wizards of electro-pop will play Auditorio Telmex in Guadalajara, Mexico on November 19, the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on November 23 (with support from NEIL FRANCES), and the King's Theatre in Brooklyn on November 26. The shows mark the first North American headline dates for the duo since their 2019 Walking On A Dream 10th Anniversary tour.
The artist ticket pre-sale will begin on Wednesday, June 26, at 10:00 AM local time. Fans can pre-register for the artist pre-sale at https://laylo.com/eots/m/AskThatGod-NATour. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, June 28, at 10:00 AM local time. See below for itinerary. Prior to the headline shows, Empire of the Sun will perform at Corona Capital 2024 in Mexico City on November 17.
For eight years Empyreans have waited patiently for new music from visionary duo Luke Steele and Nick Littlemore. On July 26, Capitol Records will release Empire of the Sun’s Ask That God, the fourth album in a two-decade career that began with the band’s debut in 2008, Walking On A Dream. The duo’s dream-state continued with Ice On The Dune (2013) and Two Vines (2016). To date, they’ve accumulated an impressive 7.6 billion combined global streams across the board with iconic tracks like “Walking On A Dream,” “We Are The People,” “Alive” and “High And Low.”
Available for pre-order HERE, Ask That God includes their new single, “Cherry Blossom” – a song about truly appreciating the majesty and beauty that lies before us – plus “Music On The Radio” and “Changes.” Consequence of Sound said, “The disco-tinged ‘Music on the Radio’… is a thumping, bass-heavy psychedelic jam, with Steele utilizing his cherubic falsetto and the duo offering a hypnotic groove.” Popdust declared it “perfectly timed for summer…light, catchy, and refreshing, indicating a new era of the duo who seem to get it right every single time.”
Billboard observed, “‘Changes’ is classic Empire of the Sun, underpinned by a slapping, dancey- beat and fueled by a joyful synth riff.” Stereogum mentioned, “[‘Changes’] taps directly back into that sleek synth-powered festival-pop vibe the duo made its name on.” This Song Is Sick said, “’Changes’ demonstrates [Empire of the Sun’s] growth as artists while still retaining the nostalgic elements from their biggest songs. Their signature layered vocals and retro keys pair with a modern beat while glimmers of guitar shine through hazy synth washes.”
ABOUT EMPIRE OF THE SUN
Empire of the Sun, the visionary Australian electronic duo comprising Luke Steele and Nick Littlemore, have been making waves across the world with phenomenal live shows and anthemic smash hits for the last decade as one of Australia’s most successful musical exports.
With Steele's background in The Sleepy Jackson and Littlemore's founding role in PNAU, the duo embarked on a sonic odyssey that has captivated audiences worldwide. Since their emergence, Empire of the Sun has transcended boundaries, blending alternative electronica with mesmerizing visuals to create an immersive musical experience unlike any other.
Their seminal debut album, Walking On A Dream, which the musicians described as "a spiritual road movie" spawned iconic singles “Walking On A Dream” and “We Are The People.” The critically acclaimed second LP, disco-pop Ice On The Dune, featured “Alive” and “DNA” and saw the band tour the world. Third LP Two Vines found the band welcoming guests like Lindsey Buckingham, members of David Bowie's band from the Blackstar sessions, and Wendy Melvoin from Prince & the Revolution and featured singles “High And Low” and “Way To Go.”
Their chart success extends far beyond their native Australia, with their albums achieving multi-Platinum certifications across the globe. In addition to their commercial triumphs, the duo has garnered an impressive array of accolades, including eight ARIA Awards, two APRA Awards, and an APRA Billions Award. With over 5.5 million albums sold globally and a staggering 7.6 billion streams, Empire of the Sun's impact on the music industry is undeniable, solidifying their status as icons of the electronic music genre.