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Daily Mail
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Matchbox Twenty star Rob Thomas announces Australian tour: 'One of my favourite places in the world'
Matchbox Twenty frontman Rob Thomas has announced he will be heading to Australia and New Zealand later this year for a solo headline tour. The 53-year-old American rocker will be touring his forthcoming solo album All Night Days and paying tribute to the 20th anniversary of his 2005 debut solo album, Something To Be. Thomas will land Down Under in October and kick off with two back-to-back shows in Perth, before heading to Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. In New Zealand, he will play shows in Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington. 'Aussie fans have always been incredible to me,' he said. 'I can't wait to come back and share these songs - old and new - on what's going to be a very special run of shows across one of my favourite places in the world.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, This will mark Thomas' first solo tour in Australia in 2019 - although he toured with Matchbox Twenty in 2024. The singer will be supported by an all star line-up of Australian opening acts, including Boy & Bear, Eskimo Joe, Little Quirks and Sara Berki. Tickets went on sale via Ticketek on Thursday, May 29 and appear to be affected by dynamic pricing online. The of General Admission standing tickets starts from $183 and seated tickets range from between $200 to $342. No concerts appear to be entirely sold-out at the time of writing. However, the $1526 'Guitar experience' has sold out in Adelaide. According to a statement from the artist, fans can expect a 'career-spanning set' that will include solo hits like 'Lonely No More' and 'This is How a Heart Breaks', as well as Matchbox Twenty classics such as '3AM' and 'Unwell'. In recent years, Rob has said his infamous 2016 blunder during his Melbourne tour is 'the greatest thing' that's ever happened to him. At the time, Rob joked about drinking through his jet lag until 'I think I'm a black Australian'. 'It changed a huge part of my life, it brought so many new friends into my life, it gave me a new awareness,' he told Confidential. 'It's never too late to start being on the right side of history,' Rob added. In 2016, mid-way through his performance at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena, the singer offered a racially insensitive quip about the way in which he deals with long-haul flights. 'I drink til I think I'm Australian. And then I keep drinking til I think I'm a black Australian (sic),' he said. In footage obtained by TMZ at the time, the audience can be heard groaning and booing in response to Rob's remarks. Several hours after the live show, Rob took to Facebook with a heartfelt apology. 'After the show in Melbourne tonight while backstage with some of my Australian friends, it was brought to my attention that I said something that is racist and insensitive' he wrote. 'Please understand that although it is no excuse, I was completely unaware that in Australia there is a polarising social issue happening right now involving indigenous people and alcohol.' He continued: 'When I was made aware of it, the ground fell out beneath me, and I realised that people may now see me as the exact opposite of who I am. I'm sitting here in my hotel room completely gutted that a joke that I made was much more relevant to the times in Australia than I realised. 'I know that words are just words, but to those I offended, I deeply, DEEPLY apologise! Everyone who knows me is aware that for the past 20 years I have been a fervent supporter of civil rights, so I am incredibly embarrassed by my ignorance. I feel like a fool and apologise to all Australians.' The American rock star boasts legions of fans across the globe. But Rob previously expressed that he is 'uncool' during an interview with Courier Mail. 'There's an inherent coolness in knowing you're not cool,' the singer told the publication. 'When I say I'm not cool, I don't mean that as a knock against me, I mean it against cool people. It's tongue-in-cheek. I'm a f***ing rock star. That's cool!' he added. While he has enjoyed a rather 'cushy' career, he recalled how his father spent his life 'working a job he hated.' 'I get paid to explain to people why they should care about my music... that's a pretty cushy job,' a grateful Rob said.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rob Thomas Announces 2025 Australia and New Zealand Tour
Rob Thomas is making his return Down Under. The Matchbox Twenty frontman will head to Australia and New Zealand this October and November for a headline solo tour in celebration of his forthcoming album All Night Days and the 20th anniversary of his 2005 debut solo album …Something to Be. The tour will kick off with back-to-back shows at Perth's Riverside Theatre on Oct. 24 and 25, before heading to Adelaide, where Thomas will perform at the AEC Theatre on Oct. 27. More from Billboard Aaron Paul Opens Up About Tracking Down Tour Managers to Get Bands to Perform in His Living Room Ye Claims He's 'Done With Antisemitism': 'Forgive Me for the Pain I've Caused' How New York's UBS Arena Is Helping to Raise the Commercial Ceiling for Caribbean-Headlined Shows He'll then make his way east for a two-night stint at Melbourne's The Forum on Oct. 29 and 30, followed by a pair of shows at Sydney's Enmore Theatre on Nov. 3 and 4. A massive outdoor performance at Sandstone Point in Brisbane is slated for Nov. 8. After wrapping his Australian dates, the GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter will cross the Tasman Sea for three shows in New Zealand: Auckland's Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre on Nov. 11, Christchurch's Town Hall on Nov. 13, and the Michael Fowler Centre in Wellington on Nov. 15. 'Aussie fans have always been incredible to me,' Thomas said in a statement. 'I can't wait to come back and share these songs—old and new—on what's going to be a very special run of shows across one of my favorite places in the world.' Fans can expect a career-spanning set that includes solo hits like 'Lonely No More' and 'This Is How a Heart Breaks,' his Santana collaboration 'Smooth,' and Matchbox Twenty classics such as '3AM' and 'Unwell.' The yet-to-be-released All Night Days will mark Thomas' sixth solo studio album and his first since 2021's Chip Tooth Smile. Joining him across various dates will be a lineup of local talent, including Boy & Bear, Eskimo Joe, Little Quirks and Sara Berki. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 12 p.m. local time on Thursday, May 29. For full ticketing info, visit Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Scoop
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Rob Thomas Announces 'The All Night Days Tour' Is Coming To New Zealand In 2025!
Press Release – Black Out Music Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Rob Thomas today announced three nationwide New Zealand dates on his global The All Night Days Tour, celebrating his forthcoming sixth solo album All Night Days and the 20th anniversary of his acclaimed debut solo record …Something to Be. The All Night Days Tour will travel to theatres this November, taking in Auckland's Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre on Tuesday 11th, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on Thursday 13th, before finishing up at Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre on Saturday 15th. Promoted in New Zealand by TEG Van Egmond, this highly anticipated tour marks Rob's first New Zealand solo headline shows, and follows last year's sold-out tour with Matchbox Twenty. 'After such amazing Matchbox shows in 2024, it's so great to revisit the solo catalogue, and I can't wait to come back and share these songs with my Kiwi fans. It's going to be a very special run of shows,' said Thomas. Managing Director of TEG Van Egmond, Christo Van Egmond said 'We're absolutely thrilled to be bringing Rob Thomas back to New Zealand for this incredible run of shows. To see an artist of his calibre in intimate theatre settings is a rare treat, and it's going to be a truly memorable experience for fans around the country.' The upcoming tour promises to deliver the captivating live performances that Thomas is known for, and audiences can expect a night filled with timeless hits including 'Lonely No More,' 'This Is How A Heart Breaks,' 'Her Diamonds,' 'Street Corner Symphony,' the Grammy-winning Santana collaboration 'Smooth,' as well as Matchbox Twenty favourites like '3AM' and 'Unwell.' Rob will also perform his powerful new single 'Hard To Be Happy,' giving fans a taste of All Night Days. TOUR DATES – THE ALL NIGHT DAYS TOUR Tuesday 11 November: Auckland, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre – ticketmaster Thursday 13 November: Christchurch, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre – ticketek Saturday 15 November: Wellington, Michael Fowler Centre – ticketmaster General Public On Sale: Thursday 29 May, 12PM Local Time For More information + Tickets Visit About Rob Thomas: Rob Thomas still pushes himself to progress as both a performer and a songwriter. Even after achieving sales of 80 million records worldwide between his solo output, Matchbox Twenty, and various collaborations, generating billions of streams, and entertaining millions of fans on the road, a restless burst of inspiration unflinchingly drives him to create. Beyond Matchbox Twenty smashes such as 'Push,' '3AM,' 'If You're Gone,' 'Bent,' and more, he has delivered a series of solo hits, including 'Lonely No More,' 'This Is How A Heart Breaks,' 'Little Wonders,' and 'Street Corner Symphony.' He elevated into the stratosphere alongside Santana on 'Smooth,' which garnered three GRAMMY® Awards and went triple-platinum. As a solo artist, Rob has notched three consecutive Top 10 entries on the Billboard 200, beginning with his now-classic double-platinum #1 debut album …Something To Be. Most recently, 2019's Chip Tooth Smile bowed in the Top 15. Plus, it incited the applause of Rolling Stone, Billboard, Good Morning America, and ABC's Nightline who professed, 'No matter your age group or musical taste – or whether you even realize it – you're probably familiar with Rob Thomas' music. ' He stands out as the first artist to receive the Songwriter Hall of Fame's coveted 'Hal David Starlight Award' in addition to garnering numerous BMI and ASCAP Awards. Giving back at every turn, he also notably co-founded the Sidewalk Angels Foundation alongside his wife Marisol Thomas. On his sixth full-length solo album All Night Days, he harnesses the same heart, energy, and spirit that cemented him as a generational artist, beginning with the single 'Hard To Be Happy.' In 2025, he continues to pen honest songs about life and love that always seem to hit you at the right moment when you need them the most. TEG Van Egmond are synonymous with high-quality and hugely successful shows, marketing, logistics and production with a history built on relationships. A market leader for more than 45 years in touring, special events, event merchandising, marketing, ticketing and promotion with a 'hands-on' approach, TEG Van Egmond have presented and produced some of Australia's largest entertainment events. Specialising in concerts, exhibitions, theatre, merchandising and special events, it has established itself as a leader in entertainment worldwide. A reputation for attracting high-yielding events to the Australasian marketplace is second to none with productions in Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Taiwan & Japan. TEG Van Egmond is owned by TEG, a global leader in live entertainment, ticketing, digital and data, which sits at the heart of the live event experience for millions of fans. TEG operates globally and includes TEG Live, TEG Sport, TEG Rugby Live, TEG Experiences, TEG Dainty, TEG Van Egmond, TEG MJR, Laneway Festival, Handsome Tours, TEG Lifelike Touring, TEG TES Live, TEG Europe, TEG Asia, TEG North America, Qudos Bank Arena, Ticketek, Ovation, FAN+, VIP NOW and SXSW Sydney.
Scoop
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Rob Thomas Announces 'The All Night Days Tour' Is Coming To New Zealand In 2025!
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Rob Thomas today announced three nationwide New Zealand dates on his global The All Night Days Tour, celebrating his forthcoming sixth solo album All Night Days and the 20th anniversary of his acclaimed debut solo record …Something to Be. The All Night Days Tour will travel to theatres this November, taking in Auckland's Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre on Tuesday 11th, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on Thursday 13th, before finishing up at Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre on Saturday 15th. Promoted in New Zealand by TEG Van Egmond, this highly anticipated tour marks Rob's first New Zealand solo headline shows, and follows last year's sold-out tour with Matchbox Twenty. "After such amazing Matchbox shows in 2024, it's so great to revisit the solo catalogue, and I can't wait to come back and share these songs with my Kiwi fans. It's going to be a very special run of shows," said Thomas. Managing Director of TEG Van Egmond, Christo Van Egmond said 'We're absolutely thrilled to be bringing Rob Thomas back to New Zealand for this incredible run of shows. To see an artist of his calibre in intimate theatre settings is a rare treat, and it's going to be a truly memorable experience for fans around the country.' The upcoming tour promises to deliver the captivating live performances that Thomas is known for, and audiences can expect a night filled with timeless hits including 'Lonely No More,' 'This Is How A Heart Breaks,' 'Her Diamonds,' 'Street Corner Symphony,' the Grammy-winning Santana collaboration 'Smooth,' as well as Matchbox Twenty favourites like '3AM' and 'Unwell.' Rob will also perform his powerful new single 'Hard To Be Happy,' giving fans a taste of All Night Days. TOUR DATES – THE ALL NIGHT DAYS TOUR Tuesday 11 November: Auckland, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre - ticketmaster Thursday 13 November: Christchurch, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre - ticketek Saturday 15 November: Wellington, Michael Fowler Centre - ticketmaster General Public On Sale: Thursday 29 May, 12PM Local Time For More information + Tickets Visit About Rob Thomas: Rob Thomas still pushes himself to progress as both a performer and a songwriter. Even after achieving sales of 80 million records worldwide between his solo output, Matchbox Twenty, and various collaborations, generating billions of streams, and entertaining millions of fans on the road, a restless burst of inspiration unflinchingly drives him to create. Beyond Matchbox Twenty smashes such as 'Push,' '3AM,' 'If You're Gone,' 'Bent,' and more, he has delivered a series of solo hits, including 'Lonely No More,' 'This Is How A Heart Breaks,' 'Little Wonders,' and 'Street Corner Symphony.' He elevated into the stratosphere alongside Santana on 'Smooth,' which garnered three GRAMMY® Awards and went triple-platinum. As a solo artist, Rob has notched three consecutive Top 10 entries on the Billboard 200, beginning with his now-classic double-platinum #1 debut album …Something To Be. Most recently, 2019's Chip Tooth Smile bowed in the Top 15. Plus, it incited the applause of Rolling Stone, Billboard, Good Morning America, and ABC's Nightline who professed, 'No matter your age group or musical taste – or whether you even realize it – you're probably familiar with Rob Thomas' music. ' He stands out as the first artist to receive the Songwriter Hall of Fame's coveted 'Hal David Starlight Award' in addition to garnering numerous BMI and ASCAP Awards. Giving back at every turn, he also notably co-founded the Sidewalk Angels Foundation alongside his wife Marisol Thomas. On his sixth full-length solo album All Night Days, he harnesses the same heart, energy, and spirit that cemented him as a generational artist, beginning with the single 'Hard To Be Happy.' In 2025, he continues to pen honest songs about life and love that always seem to hit you at the right moment when you need them the most. TEG Van Egmond are synonymous with high-quality and hugely successful shows, marketing, logistics and production with a history built on relationships. A market leader for more than 45 years in touring, special events, event merchandising, marketing, ticketing and promotion with a 'hands-on' approach, TEG Van Egmond have presented and produced some of Australia's largest entertainment events. Specialising in concerts, exhibitions, theatre, merchandising and special events, it has established itself as a leader in entertainment worldwide. A reputation for attracting high-yielding events to the Australasian marketplace is second to none with productions in Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Taiwan & Japan. TEG Van Egmond is owned by TEG, a global leader in live entertainment, ticketing, digital and data, which sits at the heart of the live event experience for millions of fans. TEG operates globally and includes TEG Live, TEG Sport, TEG Rugby Live, TEG Experiences, TEG Dainty, TEG Van Egmond, TEG MJR, Laneway Festival, Handsome Tours, TEG Lifelike Touring, TEG TES Live, TEG Europe, TEG Asia, TEG North America, Qudos Bank Arena, Ticketek, Ovation, FAN+, VIP NOW and SXSW Sydney.
USA Today
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Rob Thomas announces new album, tour with his son: 'It's not lost on me how lucky I am'
Rob Thomas announces new album, tour with his son: 'It's not lost on me how lucky I am' Show Caption Hide Caption 2025 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees announced The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 inductees, which include hip-hop pioneers Outkast and the vibrant Cyndi Lauper. unbranded - Entertainment Rob Thomas might be a member of the 'slacker generation,' but he's better defined as a workaholic. As the frontman for Matchbox Twenty, which has sold more than 40 million albums in a nearly 30-year span, and the architect of a triumphant solo career that moved about 18 million more with earworms including 'Lonely No More' and 'Her Diamonds,' Thomas has rarely deviated from the cycle of write-record-release-tour. In 2023, Matchbox Twenty released 'Where the Light Goes,' its first album in more than a decade that was paired with the lengthy Slow Dream Tour. Next year, the band will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its Diamond-certified debut, 'Yourself or Someone Like You,' which spawned the ubiquitous 'Real World,' '3AM' and 'Push.' But before he returns to ringmaster duties, Thomas, 53, will release his sixth solo album, 'All Night Days,' this summer and follow it with a 25-date tour from Aug. 1 in Atlanta through Sept. 6 in Los Angeles, hitting cities including Nashville, Boston, Indianapolis, Detroit, Houston and Las Vegas. Presale tickets for the run, which also features The Lucky and A Great Big World on certain dates, are available from 10 a.m. May 7 through 10 p.m. May 8 with the general on sale at 10 a.m. May 9 at (all are local time). Chatting from his home of 20 years in idyllic Bedford, New York, Thomas shared the story behind the name of his new album, his excitement about his son playing guitar on tour and his commitment to rescuing animals. More: Eric Church gets candid about music, politics and how Vegas festival shooting changed him Question: We spoke almost exactly two years ago when Matchbox Twenty was preparing for a summer tour. Did that go so well that you couldn't wait to get out there again? Answer: It's funny, with Matchbox Twenty, every year we get closer and better at what we do. Next year will be the 30th anniversary of Matchbox Twenty so I thought, if I don't get out there now and play solo, I'll miss that window. What do you remember from that time when ' … Something to Be' came out? The band had huge success with 'More Than You Think You Are' (in 2002) and you were about six years past the huge solo breakout with 'Smooth' (with Carlos Santana). It was the perfect time. 'Smooth' happened before the second record ('Mad Season') came out in 2000 and the whole video for 'Bent' was the rest of the band beating me up. That was the joke. We wanted to have them beating me up in an alley with a Grammy and you can't do that with a Grammy. We had someone call to check! We were really feeling so creative to do 'More Than You Think You Are' when we really felt we hit our stride. But we had been going since 1996 and (after that album) the band purposely took a break and then it was like, if I'm going to do something solo, this is the time. You've really had a prolific career. It's not lost on me how lucky I am that I've been able to go back and forth and have fans be generous and come to both shows. The band, I won't say they love (my solo career), but (Matchbox Twenty drummer) Paul (Doucette) said, 'I can't tell my best friend not to do something that makes him happy because it's inconvenient to me.' With the new album and tour, where did the title 'All Night Days' come from? It stemmed from a conversation I was having about when we used to stay out all night and I said, "I thought my all night days were over." I Googled the title because with most great things there's probably another song or book with that title and there wasn't. It felt fortuitous that I stumbled on (a phrase) and made it unique. The first single 'Hard to Be Happy' is this jaunty tune, but lyrically, there's a lot of rumination going on. It's a good thing that we're in a time where it's OK to talk about not being OK. You know those commercials for mood inhibitors and people are out there with that fake smiley mask? The music is the fake mask and inside is what people are feeling. No matter where we are with having a mental health conversation, we feel this need to be performative in some way, to try not to burden other people with all of the things distressing you … But it was very intentional to musically have this kind of Harry Nilsson, 'Coconut' kind of vibe. For the tour, what are you planning production-wise? We're getting the staging designs together now, but at the end of the day it's about me and the players. Most of the guys in my (eight-piece) solo band have been with me 20 years and on this tour, my lead guitarist is my son Mason. That has to be a proud moment for you. Has he played with you before? We've done some charity and private gigs so he's gotten the songs down and he's really ready for the tour. He came to Australia for the Matchbox Twenty tour last year and that was fun because he was just hanging with me and the band. More: Beyoncé brings Cowboy Carter to life in flawless tour kick off: Review When we last spoke, I asked how you stay fit on tour and you joked that I should ask you that at the end of it. So now several months since the end of it, how are you feeling? My left knee and back, I don't notice anything in the moment, but I do in the aftermath. From a practical standpoint, I miss being on the road because within a week you are in super shape because I'm working out every day and doing a two-hour show every night. You can regiment your meals better. The hard thing now is when you get off the road. How have things been going with your Sidewalk Angels Foundation? When my wife (Marisol Maldonado) and I started it, it was important for us to realize we had this vehicle that we could use this platform to help no-kill animals shelters … We just lost our dog, Ollie, last week after 16 years. He was the first mass rescue from The Sato Project and it was us and a few organizations getting dogs from this area called Dead Dog Beach in Puerto Rico. It was putting the dogs on a plane to America and finding no-kill shelters and homes they could go to and we continued to be part of those rescues and other organizations' mission statement. It's been 20 years and millions of dollars raised and we barely let it sit on the shelves, ever. Do you have any other pets? Ollie was our last one for a while, but I know one day we're going to be driving down the road and be like, yep, we've got a dog now.
