James Blake Reveals 2026 Australian Tour Dates

British Grammy and Mercury Prize-winning producer, songwriter and musician James Blake is returning to Australia this December for his first shows in the country since 2019.

The tour, presented by Secret Sounds and Double J, begins at Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall on Tuesday, 1 December. It continues at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt (as part of Live Nation and the Sydney Opera House’s On The Steps program) on Wednesday, 2 December, and concludes at Melbourne’s Margaret Court Arena on Saturday, 5 December.

The musician is touring in support of his newly self-released album, Trying Times, which has already become his highest-charting album to date. The record showcases his artistry and ability to show emotion, tracking experiences of intimacy, isolation, and instability.

Fans will have numerous opportunities to score tickets to these shows. The Mastercard, Vodafone, and artist pre-sale begin on Wednesday, 24 June, at 10 am local time. You can find more information on the Priceless, Vodafone, and James Blake websites.

After those pre-sales, a pre-sale from tour promoters Secret Sounds commences on Thursday, 25 June, at 10 am local time, ahead of the general sale on Friday, 26 June, at 10 am local time. You can find more ticketing information on the Secret Sounds website.

Since he emerged from the UK’s post-dubstep music scene in the early 2010s, James Blake has inspired fellow artists who don’t stick to a singular genre. He’s collaborated with an incredible roster of artists, including Beyoncé, Frank Ocean, SZA, ROSALÍA, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott and more, contributing to modern classics such as Blonde, DAMN., ASTROWORLD, Lemonade and Motomami.

As a live performer, Blake doesn’t just headline his own shows; he’s appeared on legendary stages at Glastonbury, Coachella, Primavera Sound, Austin City Limits, Splendour in the Grass, and more.