If you’re a country music fan, you’re almost guaranteed to be familiar with Chris Stapleton. For those of you who are less familiar, let us assure you that Stapleton is a certified big name on the scene. He’s collaborated with Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran, not to mention his work with Taylor Swift for the re-recorded version of her song ‘I Bet You Think About Me’.
The Kentucky-born star has won ten Grammys, 15 Country Music Association awards and 10 Academy of Country Music awards – placing him amongst the most celebrated musicians in the United States. Now, Chris Stapleton has announced that he’s finally touring Australia and New Zealand for the first time ever in early 2025.
When is Chris Stapleton in Melbourne?
The legendary country muso will start his tour Down Under by playing two shows at Rod Laver Arena on February 25 and 26, 2025. After his Melbourne show, he’ll also pop into Brisbane and Sydney for two shows each.
How can I get tickets to the Melbourne Chris Stapleton shows and how much do they cost?
The Live Nation presale starts at 11am on Thursday, April 11 – keen country beans can register here. General sales kick off on Friday, April 12 via Ticketek, also at 11am.
What will the Chris Stapleton Melbourne show be like?
We’re expecting Chris Stapleton’s Melbourne show to be like a massive campfire singalong, if reviews of the US leg of his All American Road Show tour are anything to go by. There’ll likely be a mix of acoustic songs and full band numbers, including plenty of hits from Stapleton’s latest album Higher.
Who will the Melbourne Chris Stapleton support acts be?
Chris Stapleton will be supported by Grammy-nominated blues and Southern rock artist Marcus King, who is an American star in his own right.
