Overview
Legendary UK pop star Robbie Williams announced yesterday that he'll return to performing in Australia and New Zealand this year for his first major tour since 2023. The gigs, which will take place in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Newcastle (his first performance there), Brisbane, and then Auckland and Christchurch (for the first time in 25 years), are in support of his 13th studio album, Britpop.
"Australia and New Zealand have always had a very special place in my heart. Ever since my first solo tours, you have welcomed me with open arms and made me feel at home," Williams said. "I'm beyond excited to be coming back this November for the BRITPOP World Tour. Can't wait to see you all there!"
Released in January, Britpop is a tribute to the famous '90s era and features collaborations with the likes of Coldplay's Chris Martin, Gaz Coombes (Supergrass), Black Sabbath legend Tony Iommi, Mexican pop duo Jesse & Joy and Gary Barlow.
Earlier this month, Williams led an all-star band through a rendition of "No More Tears" as part of the 2026 Brit Awards' tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, who also posthumously received the show's Lifetime Achievement Award.
Williams, "a long-standing fan of the music and friend of the [Osbourne] family," was joined onstage by musicians who previously performed alongside Osbourne: guitarist Zakk Wylde, Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo, Black Sabbath reunion drummer Tommy Clufetos, and keyboardist Adam Wakeman from Osbourne's band.
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This article first appeared on Rolling Stone AU/NZ.