Returning for the first time since 2012, the undisputed godfather of underground rock, Bob Mould, is set to make his much-anticipated return to Australia! The US singer-songwriter-guitarist will perform three exclusive shows in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane this November and December.
Formerly the frontman of Hüsker Dü and Sugar, Bob Mould has successfully forged a solo career, cementing his status as a forefather of alternative rock. With 15 solo studio albums, he has explored a multitude of sounds, ranging from guitar-driven rock to electronic dance music. His music often tackles themes such as trauma, sexuality, and political upheaval, showcasing unmatched tenacity and passion.
Bob's career has been celebrated in various tributes, including the 2011 Walt Disney Concert Hall Tribute, which featured musicians such as Dave Grohl and Britt Daniel honoring his remarkable contributions to music.
Born in New York, Bob began his musical journey in the hardcore punk scene and founded the renowned Minneapolis punk band Hüsker Dü in 1979. The band's commercial success continued until their breakup in 1988. Bob launched his solo career with the album Workbook in 1989, which enjoyed 14 weeks on the charts, featuring the Top Ten modern rock hit "See A Little Light."
Subsequently, he formed Sugar in 1992, gaining significant recognition with the debut album Copper Blue. After the breakup of Sugar, he returned to solo work and has since toured extensively internationally, sharing stages with renowned acts such as the Foo Fighters and The Hold Steady.
Don’t miss your chance to see this true industry legend perform in Australia for the first time in over a decade!
Bob Mould announces Australian tour datesReturning for the first time since 2012The undisputed godfather of underground rock,Bob Mould, finally returns to Australia for the first time since 2012! The US singer-songwriter-guitarist-bandleader extraordinaire will play three exclusive shows inMelbourne,SydneyandBrisbanethis November and December.The former frontman ofHüsker DüandSugar,Bob Mould has forged a successful solo career and cemented his status as one of the undisputed forefathers of alternative rock,. With 15 solo studio albums under his belt, Bob has explored multitudes of sounds from guitar-driven rock to electronic dance music. Tackling topics like trauma, sexuality and political upheaval, Bob Mould has always approached music with unmatched tenacity and passion. The2011 Walt Disney Concert Hall Tribute showfor Bob Mould saw musicians such asDave GrohlandBritt Danielcome together to celebrate his remarkable career.Born in New York, Bob picked up a guitar in his teens and kicked off his musical journey in the hardcore punk scene. Founding the renowned Minneapolis punk bandHüsker Düin 1979, Bob rode their wave of commercial success until the band’s breakup in 1988. Bob Mould launched his solo career with a bang in 1989 withWorkbook.The record spent 14 weeks on the charts, with “See A Little Light” becoming a Top Ten modern rock hit.Bob went on to formSugarin 1992, with their debut albumCopper Bluebecoming his most successful project to date. He returned to his solo work after Sugar broke up in 1992 and hasn’t looked back since. He has played countless festival slots and toured extensively on an international scale, playing alongside the like of theFoo FightersandThe Hold Steady.Don’t miss you chance to see this true industry legend play down underfor the first time in over a decade.
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