Empire of the Sun to Launch Five-Show Australian Tour
The electronic duo returns for a national tour scheduled to conclude at Perth's RAC Arena on 6 March 2027.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Australia and New Zealand
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Electronic music project Empire of the Sun is set to perform five concerts across Australia in early 2027. This tour follows the 2024 release of the band's latest album, Ask That God.
Why it matters
The reunion of Luke Steele and Nick Littlemore, spurred by their renewed creative connection, brings the duo back to the stage after an eight-year hiatus. Their return follows the designation of their song Walking On A Dream as an official anthem for Western Australian tourism.
The tour includes five scheduled performances throughout Australia, culminating in a final show at the RAC Arena in Perth on 6 March 2027. This marks the project's return following a hiatus that lasted eight years after their 2016 album.
The players
Luke Steele
At 46 years old, he is one of the two core members of the electronic music project Empire of the Sun.
Nick Littlemore
He is one of the two core members who collaborate with Luke Steele to create the sound of Empire of the Sun.
The details
Composed of Luke Steele, 46, and Nick Littlemore, the electronic project operates with the musicians surrendering creative control to honour the instincts of the other. The band performs their live tours in two distinct iterations while planning future recordings, including a potential fifth studio album.
Timeline
The single Walking On A Dream was released in 2008.
The album Two Vines was released in 2016.
The album Ask That God was released in 2024.
The band will complete a five-show Australian tour in early 2027.
The final tour performance takes place at Perth's RAC Arena on 6 March 2027.
Travel Outlook
This tour marks the first major live effort for the project since the 2016 release of the album Two Vines, moving the band beyond that legacy. The national trek capitalises on the band's ongoing relevance within the Australian tourism sector.
Tourists and music fans looking to attend the finale at Perth's RAC Arena should monitor ticket release dates to secure seats for the 6 March 2027 event. Travellers planning a trip to Western Australia should account for potential peak demand in Perth during the final concert dates.
The takeaway
The return of Empire of the Sun highlights how a renewed creative partnership can lead to a successful resurgence after a long period of inactivity. Fans of the duo can expect fresh material following the tour as the artists shift focus toward their fifth studio album.
Further reading
For more on live music events in the region, visit the Australia and New Zealand section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The West Australian.
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