The Damned announce The Hard-Ons as main support for last ever tour!

March 11, 2024

When The Damned sought an Australian act to join them on their farewell tour, only one name made their list: The Hard-Ons.

The Hard-Ons, an iconic punk band from Australia, require little introduction. Their debut single, “Surfin’ On My Face,” in 1985, marked the start of an incredible run of 17 consecutive No. 1 hits on the Australian alternative music charts. They became only the third Australian band, after Nick Cave and the Go-Betweens, to crack the top 5 of the UK’s NME charts. Their energetic rendition of “Let There Be Rock” alongside Henry Rollins remains one of the standout covers in music history, culminating in a memorable collaboration at the inaugural Big Day Out in 1992.

In 2021, The Hard-Ons welcomed their longtime friend Tim Rogers, the driving force behind the chart-topping band You Am I, as their lead vocalist. Rogers further enhanced the band’s dynamic stage presence, blending seamlessly with their signature blend of punk, metal, and power-pop.

The fact The Hard-On’s continue to dominate the scene after four decades speaks volumes about their enduring creativity and the unwavering support of their dedicated fanbase.

The pairing of The Hard-Ons and The Damned promises to be a match made in punk fucking heaven.

Catch them live on tour at the following dates:

Wed, March 20: The Tivoli, Brisbane

Thurs, March 21: Enmore Theatre, Sydney

Fri, March 22: Northcote Theatre, Melbourne

Sun, March 24: Hindley St Music Hall, Adelaide

Tues, March 26: Astor Theatre, Perth