The Orange County pop punk icons return to Australian shores for the first time in seven years.

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After a seven year absence, Orange County punks Zebrahead return to Australia for a five-date October tour.
For almost three decades, Zebrahead have been wowing the world with their Blink-182 meets Green Day punk rock sound that’s resulted in 13 studio albums, their most recent being 2019’s Brain Invaders.
The band have cultivated a rabid fanbase thanks to their energetic live shows, with Punk News describing them as “one of the most entertaining” live bands.
Zebrahead’s Australian tour kicks off at Perth’s Amplifier on Tuesday, October 7 and continues with gigs at Adelaide’s Lion Arts Factory on Thursday, October 9, Melbounre’s Max Watts on Friday, October 10, Sydney’s Crowbar on Saturday, October 11, and Brisbane’s Crowbar on Sunday, October 12.
Pre-sale commences Monday, May 19 at 8:30am local time. General on-sale begins Thursday, May 22 at 8:30am. For ticketing details visit thephoenix.au.
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The current lineup of Zebrahead comprises original members Ali Tabatabaee (vocals), Ben Osmundson (bass, backing vocals) and Ed Udhus (drums), alongside Dan Palmer (lead guitar) and Adrian Estrella (vocals, rhythm guitar).
Although it’s been over five years since their last album, Zebrahead continues to tour the globe, with the band currently performing shows across the UK and Europe before touching down in Australia this October.
Catch Zebrahead at Lion Arts Factory on Thursday, October 9. For full ticketing information, visit thephoenix.au.
Zebrahead Australian Tour Dates 2025
Tuesday, October 7 – Amplifier, Perth
Thursday, October 9 – Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide
Friday, October 10 – Max Watts, Melbourne
Saturday, October 11 – Crowbar, Sydney
Sunday, October 12 – Crowbar, Brisbane
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