In beaut news for Australian fans, chart-topping sensation James Blunt is set to embark on his first headline tour Down Under in more than six years. The tour promises a spectacular musical journey, showcasing both his timeless hits and fresh material from his latest studio album, Who We Used To Be.

Blunt expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “Australia – I’m coming to get you! It’s been a few years since I last toured Down Under, and you’ve always been like a second home to me. I cannot wait to be touring there again and playing for some of the best audiences in the world!”

The album’s first single arrived recently in the shape of the upbeat banger Beside You. Directed by Craig Bingham, the video evokes memories of James’ past. Meeting versions of himself throughout his life, the video sees James embrace the characters of his past self, as he moves forward.

Who We Used To Be is James’ first studio album since the acclaimed, top 3 Once Upon A Mind in 2019. This time out he has worked with a variety of producers including Jonny Coffer, Red Triangle, Jack & Coke and Steve Robson. His recent greatest hits collection, The Stars Beneath My Feet, went Gold selling over 100,000 copies.

The tour kicks off at Riverstage in Brisbane on November 21, followed by captivating performances at Aware Super Theatre in Sydney on November 23, Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on November 24, Entertainment Centre Theatre in Adelaide on November 25, and wraps up at Red Hill Auditorium in Perth on November 28.

Tickets, priced between $109.90 and $149.90, go on sale Friday, March 8. For eager fans, an early bird presale begins on December 6. Make sure to mark your calendars for this musical extravaganza, promising not only chart-topping classics but also a taste of James Blunt’s latest musical offerings.


Tour Dates

  • Thu, 21 Nov: Riverstage, Brisbane
  • Sat, 23 Nov: Aware Super Theatre, Sydney
  • Sun, 24 Nov: Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
  • Mon, 25 Nov: Entertainment Centre Theatre, Adelaide
  • Thu, 28 Nov: Red Hill Auditorium, Perth