The legendary grime icon Dizzee Rascal is gearing up for a massive return to Australia and New Zealand this November and December, kicking off the festivities with the high-energy We Want Bass Tour.
This epic journey will take fans across seven major cities, starting in Perth at HPC on November 26 and winding its way through Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Byron Bay before concluding in Auckland’s Shed 10 on December 8. Get ready for an unforgettable concert experience.
Adding to the excitement is a dynamic lineup of fellow stars who will join Rascal on this run. The tour features U.K. dance act Example, rising rapper Arrdee, and Perth DJ Swaglord Savannah, creating a truly diverse and high-octane bill.
The tour schedule is carefully crafted to maximize the experience: the full four-artist lineup will be featured in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney. Adelaide and Auckland will host performances featuring Arrdee, while Byron Bay will showcase Swaglord Savannah, ensuring a unique flavor for every city.
For those eager to secure their spot, Mastercard and Live Nation presales are happening now through July 8 and 9, with general tickets going on sale July 9 at 1 p.m. local time via livenation.com.au and livenation.co.nz.
Dizzee Rascal’s legacy is built on groundbreaking music. As one of the most influential artists from London’s grime scene, his debut album Boy in da Corner (2003) shattered expectations, winning the Mercury Prize and establishing him as a foundational figure. His commercial success peaked with Tongue n’ Cheek (2009), which delivered four consecutive U.K. No. 1 singles, including chart-topping hits like “Dance Wiv Me” and “Bonkers.”
Beyond the grime sound, Rascal’s versatility shone brightly with collaborations, notably his 2010 hit “Loca” with Shakira, which reached the Billboard Hot 100. His lasting impact is further recognized by his appointment as an MBE in 2020 for services to music.
The tour also brings incredible talent from the contemporary scene. Example has cultivated a near two-decade career as one of the U.K.’s most consistent rap-dance crossover acts, while Arrdee has carved out his space with mixtapes like Pier Pressure, which secured him a high position on the Official Albums Chart and streaming charts.
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