Grime icon Dizzee Rascal set to return to Australia this February
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29.10.2024

Grime icon Dizzee Rascal set to return to Australia this February

Words by Staff Writer

Dizzee Rascal is set to return to Australia with We Want Bass tour in February 2025.

UK music icon Dizzee Rascal is set to make a return to Australia as part of his upcoming We Want Bass tour, which will bring him to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia in February 2025. This tour follows Dizzee Rascal’s recent UK tour celebrating the 15th anniversary of his popular album Tongue N Cheek, a project that cemented his place in the UK’s music scene with a blend of grime and dance tracks that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.

The We Want Bass tour will see Dizzee perform across major Australian cities, with shows scheduled in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and Brisbane. Fans can expect a setlist packed with his biggest hits spanning his career, showcasing tracks from Tongue N Cheek alongside newer works from his most recent album, Don’t Take It Personal, released in 2024.

Dizzee Rascal: We Want Bass – 2025 Australian tour dates

  • Forum, Melbourne – Sat, 1 Feb
  • Enmore Theatre, Sydney – Tue, 4 Feb
  • Hindley St. Music Hall, Adelaide – Wed, 5 Feb
  • Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane – Fri, 7 Feb

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Australian fans can secure tickets for the tour starting at 11 am on Friday, 1 November. Additionally, Live Nation members can access a pre-sale starting at 10 am on Thursday, 31 October. For full details, including ticket information, fans can visit Live Nation’s official website.

Dizzee Rascal first gained widespread recognition with his 2003 debut, Boy in da Corner, which was met with critical acclaim and awarded the prestigious Mercury Prize. Known for his energetic delivery and influence on the grime scene, Dizzee quickly rose to prominence, both in the UK and internationally. His fourth album, Tongue N Cheek, was particularly successful, producing four UK number-one hits and collaborations with major artists like Calvin Harris, Arctic Monkeys, and Shakira. Over the years, Dizzee has remained a major figure in British rap and grime, blending his roots with mainstream appeal through collaborations with will.i.am, Robbie Williams, and more.

Tickets for all shows go on sale Friday, 1 November, at 11 am. For Live Nation members, a pre-sale begins at 10 am on Thursday, 31 October. For complete tour and ticket information, visit Live Nation.