This is the first and only Knotfest sideshow announcement.
Knotfest, the pinnacle of music and counterculture experiences, is making a resounding return to Australia in March 2024. Ahead of the festival, the team has just dropped the bombshell announcement of headline sideshows featuring some of the colossal artists from its colossal lineup.
This initial sideshow release promises electrifying performances from festival exclusives PANTERA and DISTURBED in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. It’s a one-time-only opportunity, so grab those Knotfest tickets now if you haven’t already!
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Pantera, Disturbed to headline Knotfest Australia lineup for 2024
Knotfest Australia 2024 sideshows
Pantera with Special Guests King Parrot & Black Rheno
- Tuesday 19 March – Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
Pantera, one of the enduring giants of the thrash metal scene, is making a historic return to Australia. With special guests King Parrot and Black Rheno, it’s a night of metal madness you wouldn’t want to miss. This marks Pantera’s first Australian show since 1996 and their only Australian headline sh
Register for Pantera sideshow here.
Disturbed with Special Guests Wage War
- Sunday 17 March – Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
After an eight-year hiatus, Chicago hard rockers Disturbed are back for their only Australian headline show in Adelaide. Joined by special guests Wage War, this promises to be an insidious, infectious night of rock that’s not to be overlooked.
Register for Disturbed sideshow here.
Lamb of God with Special Guests Brand of Sacrifice
- Wednesday 20 March – Northcote Theatre, Melbourne
- Monday 25 March – Eatons Hill Hotel, Brisbane
Grammy-nominated behemoth Lamb of God, known for their monumental hits like “Laid to Rest” and “Redneck,” will be tearing up Melbourne and Brisbane. With special guests Brand of Sacrifice, these nights are bound to be a sonic onslaught that fans won’t soon forget.
Sign up for Lamb of God here.
Halestorm with Special Guests Skindred & Reliqa
- Wednesday 20 March – Liberty Music Hall, Sydney
- Tuesday 26 March – Princess Theatre, Brisbane
The charismatic rock powerhouse Halestorm is set to mesmerize Sydney and Brisbane. Joined by Welsh metal fusion masters Skindred and Sydney quartet Reliqa, these shows promise a night of absolute rock charisma.
The HU
- Tuesday 19 March – Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne
- Monday 25 March – Liberty Music Hall, Sydney
Wielding screaming guitars and traditional Mongolian elements, The HU bring their unique blend to Melbourne and Sydney. Following their most recent album, “Rumble of Thunder,” The HU are set to turn heads and create an unforgettable experience.
Asking Alexandria + Wage War (Co-Headline)
- Wednesday 20 March – Max Watts, Melbourne
- Tuesday 26 March – The Triffid, Brisbane
British rock frontrunners Asking Alexandria co-headline with Florida hard rock quintet Wage War. These shows promise a night of rock progression, melodic hypnotism, and heavy pit-starting technicality.
So mark your calendars, secure those tickets, and get ready for a March filled with music, mayhem, and memories. Knotfest Australia 2024 is shaping up to be an unmissable experience!
Early bird pre-sale tickets go live on Friday, 2 February at 9 am local time. General tickets hit the market on Tuesday, 6 February at 9 am local time.
Tickets for Knotfest Australia 2024 are available now at knotfest.com/australia.