OCEAN ALLEY ANNOUNCE 2026 AUSTRALIAN HEADLINE SHOWS
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS NOTHING BUT THIEVES (UK), RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE (USA), SKEGSS, RUBY FIELDS AND SMOL FISH
IN SUPPORT OF THEIR UPCOMING FIFTH ALBUM
LOVE BALLOON
| Globally renowned Australian rockers Ocean Alley are thrilled to announce their biggest Australian headline shows to date, taking place this Summer in support of their upcoming fifth album Love Balloon. They’ll be joined by special guests Nothing But Thieves and Rainbow Kitten Surprise on all East coast dates, Ruby Fields across all shows, plus Skegss and Smol Fish on the West coast. With a reputation for their magnetic live performances, and a catalogue that’s now surpassed 1 billion streams, Ocean Alley have proven themselves as one of Australia’s most influential contemporary bands. After selling out their last local headline run in 2023/2024, Ocean Alley will take their fifth album Love Balloon – set for release on 19 September – on the road in early 2026 for five massive shows around the country. Kicking off at Melbourne/Wurundjeri’s Catani Gardens on Saturday 24 January, the band will then head to Brisbane/Meanjin Showgrounds on Friday 30 January, before hitting The Domain in their hometown of Sydney/Eora on Saturday 31 January. Performing exclusively as special guests in these cities are UK alt-rockers Nothing But Thieves, who have achieved 1.6 million worldwide album sales, with multiple gold and platinum records including here in Australia. They were last in the country touring off-the-back of their ARIA Top 10 Album Dead Club City (2023). Platinum-selling American indie rock outfit Rainbow Kitten Surprise also join the lineup, re-emerging creatively invigorated after a deeply transformative few years and fresh off-the-back of their 2024 album Love Hate Music Box. Both acts are supported by the raw and relatable Ruby Fields, renowned for her striking lyricism, punk energy and indie rock sensibilities. My Live Nation and Face to Face Touring members can secure tickets for Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney during the presale which commences at 10am (AEST) on Friday 20 June and concludes at 9am (AEST) Tuesday 24 June. Fans can register for access at livenation.com.au or facetofacetouring.com.au. Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Mastercard Presale starts 9am (AEST) Wednesday 18 June and ends 9am (AEST) Friday 20 June. Plus, Preferred ticket access to some of the best tickets are available from 10am (AEST) Tuesday 10 June. Check out priceless.com/music for details. Ocean Alley round out the tour on the West Coast at Freo Esplanade in Fremantle/Whadjuk and 3 Oceans Winery in Margaret River/Wadandi on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 February respectively. At both shows, they’ll be joined by DIY kings Skegss – renowned for their raw energy and infectious anthems, alongside Ruby Fields and Perth’s rising indie-pop darlings Smol Fish, whose heartfelt songwriting has captivated local audiences. Fans can secure tickets via the Artist Presale from 10am (AEST) on Wednesday 18 June until 9am (AEST) Friday 20 June. Register for presale access at oceanalley.com.au. Next year’s Australian tour follows a huge run of international dates to come throughout 2025, including festival appearances at Lollapalooza, Sziget and Austin City Limits, alongside shows at LA’s Hollywood Palladium and Brooklyn Paramount in New York. The group will make their first trip to Latin America with shows in Mexico, Brasil and Chile, before taking on their largest headline show to date, anywhere in the world – at London’s iconic 10,000 capacity Alexandra Palace in September. These shows will mark the first time Australian fans get to experience Love Balloon live, led by the recently released title track which offers a blissful glimpse into the band’s creative direction on the upcoming album. Anchored by an irresistible groove and a shimmering Nile Rodgers-inspired guitar riff, the track threads an unexpected touch of disco flair along its pulsating bassline, marking playful new territory for Ocean Alley. It feels effortlessly spontaneous, echoing the carefree energy of previous singles “Tangerine” and “Left Of The Dealer”. Produced by legendary producer Nick DiDia (Bruce Springsteen, Powderfinger, Rage Against The Machine), the band embraced a stripped-back, more emotionally resonant approach across the 10 tracks of Love Balloon, taking listeners on a journey through life and love in all its complexity, underscored by moments of light, vulnerability and connection.These shows mark a bold new chapter for Ocean Alley – a chance to see a band at the height of their powers, bringing their most vibrant and confident work to the biggest stages of their career. |
| OCEAN ALLEY – LOVE BALLOON [LP] Out 19 September via Community Music Artwork by Nick Curl PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM |
| Presented by Live Nation, Face to Face Touring, Macro Music, UNIFIED Music Group Supported by triple jOCEAN ALLEY LOVE BALLOON AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026 WITH SPECIAL GUESTS NOTHING BUT THIEVES (UK), RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE (USA), SKEGSS, RUBY FIELDS AND SMOL FISHCATANI GARDENS, MELBOURNE/WURUNDJERI VIC* SATURDAY 24 JANUARY 2026 | Tickets BRISBANE SHOWGROUNDS, BRISBANE/MEANJIN, QLD * FRIDAY 30 JANUARY 2026 | Tickets THE DOMAIN, SYDNEY/EORA, NSW* SATURDAY 31 JANUARY 2026 | Tickets FREO ESPLANADE, FREMANTLE/WHADJUK, WA^ SATURDAY 21 FEBRUARY 2026 | Tickets 3 OCEANS WINERY, MARGARET RIVER/WADANDI, WA^ SUNDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2026 | Tickets TICKETS ON SALE TUESDAY 24 JUNE, 10AM AEST Mastercard Presale: Wed 18 June, 9AM – Fri 20 June, 9AM AEST Artist Presale: Wed 18 June, 9AM – Fri 20 June, 9AM AEST Live Nation and Face To Face Presale: Fri 20 June, 10AM – Tue 24 June, 9AM AEST Spotify Presale: Fri 20 June, 12PM – Tue 24 June, 9AM AESTFor complete tour and ticket information, visit: oceanalley.com.au *Supported by Nothing But Thieves, Rainbow Kitten Surprise (both exclusive to Mel/Bris/Syd) and Ruby Fields^ Supported by Skegss, Ruby Fields and Smol Fish These shows are licensed all ages. |
| ABOUT OCEAN ALLEY Ocean Alley have truly emerged as one of Australia’s most successful musical exports. Across four albums, including 2022’s critically acclaimed Low Altitude Living, the six-piece – Baden Donegal (vocals), Angus Goodwin (guitar), Lach Galbraith (keys/vocals), Mitch Galbraith (guitar), Tom O’Brien (drums) and Nic Blom (bass) – have inspired audiences around the world with their unmistakable sound. With chart success across Australia, New Zealand, the UK and USA, and nine accredited singles of Gold or higher, Ocean Alley are entering a bold new chapter – and with stadium-sized ambition in sight, they’re poised to leave an enduring mark on the music landscape for many years to come. FOLLOW OCEAN ALLEY WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK | SPOTIFY |
| ABOUT NOTHING BUT THIEVES UK five-piece Nothing But Thieves have carved a reputation as one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking rock bands of their generation. Known for their genre-blurring sound, soaring vocals and explosive live performances, the band fuses alt-rock, electronica, and anthemic pop with fearless ambition. Since their debut, they’ve amassed a global following, sold out headline tours across continents, amassed multiple Gold and Platinum albums, and earned critical acclaim for their bold sonic experimentation and deeply emotive songwriting. With each release, Nothing But Thieves continue to push boundaries while staying rooted in the raw energy and emotional honesty that first put them on the map. FOLLOW NOTHING BUT THIEVES FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK | SPOTIFY |
| ABOUT RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE Rainbow Kitten Surprise have built a global cult following with their genre-defying sound, magnetic live shows and deeply personal songwriting. Led by Ela Melo, the North Carolina six-piece have sold out over 100 headline dates – including three nights at Red Rocks and shows at Radio City Music Hall and the Hollywood Palladium. Having captivated crowds at major festivals including Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Outside Lands and Austin City Limits, Rainbow Kitten Surprise continue pushing sonic boundaries and delivering emotionally charged performances, cementing their place as a fearless, visionary force in alternative music. FOLLOW RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK | SPOTIFY |
 ABOUT SKEGSS Skegss are a beloved Australian surf/garage duo known for their laid-back charm, fuzzy guitar riffs and irreverent spirit. Bursting onto the scene with a DIY ethos and high-energy live shows, they quickly won over fans with their raw, no-frills approach to songwriting. With multiple ARIA-charting releases and sold-out tours across the country, Skegss have become a festival mainstay, capturing the carefree essence of coastal youth with every hook-filled track. FOLLOW SKEGSS WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK | SPOTIFY |
| ABOUT RUBY FIELDSRuby Fields, a singer-songwriter from South Coast, quickly gained attention with her raw, relatable indie-punk sound after debuting on triple j Unearthed in 2017. She’s sold out national tours, played major festivals like Splendour In The Grass, and her debut album Been Doin’ It For A Bit hit #1 on the ARIA chart. Known for her honest lyrics and evolving sound, Ruby made a strong return in 2024 with the single “92 Purebred,” topping triple j’s most-played list and selling out shows across Australia. Her music explores personal battles with striking lyricism, blending punk energy with indie rock sensibility. FOLLOW RUBY FIELDS WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK | SPOTIFY |
 ABOUT SMOL FISHSmol Fish is an Australian indie rock band known for their infectious energy, catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Emerging from Perth’s vibrant local scene, they blend classic rock influences with modern indie sensibilities, crafting songs that resonate with both youthful exuberance and emotional depth. With a growing fanbase and dynamic live performances, Smol Fish continue carving out their unique space delivering music that’s both fun and deeply relatable. FOLLOW SMOL FISH WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK | SPOTIFY |
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