Epic Goth-Metal Act Nightwish To Tour In 2013

Finnish symphonic metal outfit Nightwish will tour Australia early 2013 on the back of their latest album Imaginaerum.

Renowned for emotionally-driven lyrics and grandiose string backings, the band are currently fronted by Anette Olzon, who joined the band in 2007 after the dramatic firing of original vocalist Tarja Turunen in 2005.

For Olzen's second album with the band, following 2007's Dark Passion Play, 2011's Imaginaerum was released alongside a film that follows the same basic concept.

Joining Nightwish for the tour are Swedish band Sabaton, with Eyefear and Black Majesty also supporting on the Australian dates bar Sydney, which Darker Half will take care of.

Friday 4 January – The Arena, Brisbane
Tuesday 8 January – The Studio, Auckland, New Zealand (all ages)
Friday 11 January – The Enmore Theatre, Sydney
Monday 14 January – The Palace Theatre, Melbourne
Friday 18 January – HQ Complex, Adelaide
Sunday 20 January – The Metropolis, Fremantle

General public tickets on sale Monday 30 July.