Legendary Scottish Celtic rockers Big Country are storming back to Australia for the first time since 2019 with The Greatest Hits Tour, bringing their unmistakable sound and timeless energy to fans old and new. Melbourne fans will be able to catch them at Max Watts on 11 October.
With a setlist packed with anthems like In a Big Country, Chance, Fields of Fire, Look Away, and Wonderland, the tour is a celebration of a band whose sound helped define a generation.
Rising to fame with their 1983 debut album The Crossing, Big Country carved a unique niche in rock history by fusing post-punk power with Celtic-influenced guitar textures. Their soaring melodies, bagpipe-style guitar riffs, and heart-on-sleeve lyrics made them icons of the 1980s and earned them two Grammy nominations, while inspiring a wave of UK bands to embrace their heritage.
Known for their anthemic sound and flannel-clad style – “big guitars, big drums, big checks on their shirts” – Big Country have lost none of their force. Whether you’re a longtime devotee or a curious newcomer, this tour offers a rare chance to witness a band that once rivalled U2 and Simple Minds in full flight. Expect powerful nostalgia, stirring performances, and the unmistakable sound of Celtic rock royalty.
BIG COUNTRY October 2025 Australian Tour Dates
- Thursday 9th October BRISBANE, The Triffid
- Friday 10th October – SYDNEY, Metro Theatre
- Saturday 11th October – MELBOURNE, Max Watts
- Wednesday 15th October – ADELAIDE, The Gov
- Friday 17th October – PERTH, Rosemount Hotel
Pre-sale: Friday 9th May, 10:00am Local –
General Public On Sale: Monday 12th May, 10:00am Local
