The Good Things Festival 2023 Huge Line-Up Is Here!

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Aug 16

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We interrupt your regular programming to announce that the highly anticipated Good Things season is upon us. If you thought 2022 was monumental, brace yourselves, because that's just the beginning! Australia's beloved traveling music festival, Good Things Festival, is making its triumphant return this December, promising a huge lineup that will sweep across the east coast. Prepare for new and iconic favorites from Australia and around the world come together to deliver nothing short of an exceptional time.

At the forefront of Good Things Festival 2023 stands the iconic American rock legends, FALL OUT BOY. From their domination of the Myspace era to their status as one of the best-selling rock bands, FALL OUT BOY has solidified their enduring legacy. Their latest album, "So Much (For) Stardust," released in 2023, marks their seventh consecutive top-ten charting album. With a remarkable career encompassing Billboard #1 debuts, covers of Rolling Stone, sold-out stadium tours entertaining over a million fans, and numerous Grammy Award nominations, a live performance by FALL OUT BOY promises an explosive and enigmatic show filled with both cherished classics and fresh hits.

Whether you're a dedicated "Dad Vibes" enthusiast or a fan from the very beginning, Good Things Festival is thrilled to bring you Nu Metal godfathers, LIMP BIZKIT, to keep the party going this December. A pioneering force in the nu metal movement, LIMP BIZKIT's impact is immeasurable, having earned three Grammy Award nominations and leaving an indelible mark on rap metal. And speaking of legends, the American new wave icons, DEVO, will grace the Good Things Festival stages for their final Australian performances as part of The Farewell Tour Celebrating 50 Years. The fusion of rock and electronic elements defines DEVO's influence on alternative music, making their farewell appearances in Australia a must-see event this December.

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Also returning to Down Under are the post-hardcore Grammy-nominated heroes, I PREVAIL, ready to bring their arena-filling vibes and continued meteoric rise. Similarly, Welsh metal outfit BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE guarantees explosive chaos with their unique blend of heavy metal and metalcore, while Slipknot's frontman COREY TAYLOR amps up the energy with his solo endeavors and his latest album, "CMF2."

Embracing the spirit of raucousness, California's iconic punk rockers, PENNYWISE, will ignite the stage once again after a monumental headline run in 2022. Adding to the punk fervor, ARIA Award winners SPIDERBAIT will represent with their distinctive thrash pop sound, having captured the essence of Australian music scene success.

Australian indie rock darlings, SLOWLY SLOWLY, are set to delight in December with their anthemic melodies and vibrant pop, driven by their buoyant 2022 album "Daisy Chain," which was showcased as triple j's feature album upon its release. Meanwhile, British electronic rockers ENTER SHIKARI are geared up to impress with their dynamic performance, bringing their seventh full-length album, the chart-topping "A Kiss for the Whole World."

The unrelenting power of, BEHEMOTH, is poised to elevate the festivities to new heights with their eagerly awaited return to Australia. Renowned for their creative innovation and intense dynamics, BEHEMOTH's live shows are legendary, as is the scorching live presence of Brazilian groove merchants SEPULTURA, also making their way to Australia this December.

Adding to the joyous atmosphere in December, indie rock sensations TAKING BACK SUNDAY will grace our shores with their hooks and heartfelt anthems. The enigmatic electropop stylings of the versatile PVRIS are set to captivate, evoking a range of emotions on the Good Things Festival stage.

And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, Good Things Festival 2023 pays tribute to Australia's alternative rock icons. Formative names in the industry will shine, including the rockers ESKIMO JOE, who have achieved chart-topping success and multiple ARIA Awards. Also in the spotlight are the 90s rockers JEBEDIAH, who nearly took over the airwaves with their unforgettable tunes.

Continuing the Australian flavor, punk rock rapscallions FRENZAL RHOMB are poised to deliver an energetic performance, joined by Central Coast pop punks SHORT STACK and Melbourne's charismatic mainstays BOOM CRASH OPERA, promising a dose of fun and punk-driven melodies. Tassie rockers LUCA BRASI are set to dazzle with their emphatic rock sound, while symphonic metal powerhouses MAKE THEM SUFFER, Sydney's melodic hardcore outfit BLOOM, and Melbourne's post-hardcore titans TAPESTRY are ready to impress.

For enthusiasts of metalcore and its subgenres, get ready for the J-pop-infused riffs and breakdowns of Japan's HANABIE, the cathartic potency of Ohio's quartet THE PLOT IN YOU, the dynamic brutality of British melodic heavyweights WHILE SHE SLEEPS, and the sheer force of Australia's own OCEAN SLEEPER. And as we delve into a realm of captivating brutality, Alex the Terrible & SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL stand prepared to entice you into the mosh pit.

But wait, there's more! Whether you crave buoyant punk or glossy alt-pop, you won't have to choose. Florida rockers MAGNOLIA PARK and solo sensation ROYAL & THE SERPENT are both part of your Good Things Festival experience in 2023, alongside Sydney's pop punk powerhouse STAND ATLANTIC, ready to astound with a treasure trove of new tunes.

Friday 1 December - Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne (LIC AA 15+)
Saturday 2 December - Centennial Park, Sydney (18+)
Sunday 3 December - Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane (LIC AA 15+)

Early Bird pre-sale tickets on sale Tuesday 22 August @ 10am AEST Time
Sign up now for early bird pre-sale tickets at www.goodthingsfestival.com.au

General Public tickets on sale Thursday 24 August @ 10am AEST Time
http://goodthings.oztix.com.au/

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