Music
Big names come out for Sidewave shows
Some of the biggest names in rock and heavy metal are heading to our shores for the annual Soundwave event, but many of the groups are doing intimate Sidewave shows around the country.
The Sidewaves are a great opportunity to see a full concert from your favourite band in a much smaller venue, which gets the crown right in the thick of the action.
We have listed a few of our hottest picks below and of course, just to get you in the mood, there’s a taste of the great songs you can expect to hear at the Sidewave concerts.
Marilyn Manson
One of the most anticipated events is the return of Marilyn Manson. The gothic rock superstar is well-known for his controversial stage personality, but he is also incredibly popular and one of the not-to-be-missed performers of Sidewave. Manson will be joined by Apocalyptica and Deathstars.
Manson will be appearing at Brisbane’s Tivoli Theatre on February 27. Click here for tickets.
Smashing Pumpkins
The Smashing Pumpkins will perform at Festival Hall on February 23. The opportunity to see one of the world’s best bands at such an intimate venue should not be passed up. The Smashing Pumpkins formed in 1988 and since then they have produced hit after hit. Frontman Billy Corgan, who is also the group’s lead guitarist and chief songwriter, is a renowned musician and a huge influence of the sound of the Smashing Pumpkins. Their Sidewave show promises to be epic so don’t miss out on your chance to see the Smashing Pumpkins live.
The Smashing Pumpkins will perform at Festival Hall on February 23. Click here to purchase tickets.
Incubus
Californian rock group Incubus will play a special Sidewave show at the Forum Theatre in Melbourne on February 28. The smooth sounds of Incubus have made them one of our favourite bands. Fans of the group will be rejoicing in the news that Incubus is doing a Sidewave show in Melbourne – at the iconic Forum Theatre no less. Don’t miss your chance to see Incubus in a live and intimate performance.
Click here to purchase tickets to Incubus at the Forum Theatre on February 28.
Soundgarden
Soundgarden was announced as one of the headline acts for the upcoming Soundwave Festival and fans are lucky enough to have the opportunity to see the band live at Festival Hall in February. Soundgarden is often described as one of the pioneers of the ‘Seattle Sound’ alongside bands such as Nirvana and Pearl Jam. Their cool grunge rock sound has garnered fans all around the world and they have a great back catalogue of hits. Do not miss this Sidewave; Soundgarden at Festival Hall will be epic!
Click here to purchase tickets to Soundgarden at Festival Hall on February 24.
Slash
Slash is responsible for some of the most recognisable guitar riffs of all time. As the lead guitarist in Guns N’ Roses, Slash has been making spine-tingling music for more than three decades with incredible hits such as Sweet Child O’ Mine, Paradise City, November Rain and Welcome to the Jungle. The opportunity to see Slash alongside Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators should not be passed up. And if that isn’t enough, Steel Panther will also be appearing at Festival Hall on February 26. The glam rockers are well known for their crude yet hilarious lyrics and their on stage antics have to be seen to be believed. With so much talent and great music under one roof, you want to see this Sidewave.
Click here to purchase tickets to see Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators + Steel Panther at Festival Hall on February 26.
God Smack + Papa Roach
Godsmack is one of the most successful alt-rock bands of all time with three consecutive number 1 albums (Faceless, IV and The Oracle) on the Billboard 200 chart as well as 20 top 10 rock radio hits, including 15 songs in the top five. It is an impressive resume by anyone’s standards. And fans of the group are in luck as they are playing a Sidewave show at The Forum in Melbourne on February 24 and The Tivoli in Queensland on February 26. Joining Godsmack is Papa Roach, another great rock band with a string of hits, and Nonpoint. This is one Sidewave show you do not want to miss.
Click here to purchase tickets to see Godsmack and Papa Roach at The Forum on February 24 or The Tivoli on February 26.
Fall Out Boy with Twin Atlantic and Emily’s Army
The punk rockers have enjoyed popular success and are hugely successful in Australia. With a string of hits and a reputation for cracking live shows, Fall Out Boy will be drawing big crowds to their Sidewave gig at The Tivoli on February 25. Joining Fall Out Boy will be Scottish rock band Twin Atlantic and Emily’s Army.
Click here to purchase tickets to Fall Out Boy, Twin Atlantic and Emily’s Army at The Tivoli on February 25.
