Big Day Out 2013
MTV Proudly supports the 2013 Big Day Out! Coming to Sydney, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, Melbourne and Perth in summer 2013. Check out the full lineup below and click through to see artist bio's, videos and more!
Big Day Out 2013 - Tickets
SYDNEY - FRIDAY 18 JANUARY, SYDNEY SHOWGROUND
GOLD COAST - SUNDAY 20 JANUARY, PARKLANDS
ADELAIDE - FRIDAY 25 JANUARY, SHOWGROUND
MELBOURNE - SATURDAY 26 JANUARY, FLEMINGTON RACECOURSE
PERTH - MONDAY 28 JANUARY, CLAREMONT SHOWGROUND
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Big Day Out 2013 - Side Shows
The Killers
After two years on hiatus, Las Vegas high rollers The Killers return with their fourth album ‘Battle Born’ and their first Australian shows in three years.
WEDNESDAY 16 JANUARY – THE METRO, SYDNEY
TUESDAY 22 JANUARY – THE PALACE, MELBOURNE
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
New York power trio Yeah Yeah Yeahs return to Australia with three eclectic and acclaimed albums under their belt. From stomping rockers to shout-along anthems, these guys have you covered.
TUESDAY 22 JANUARY – THE METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY
Band of Horses
Formed in 2004 by multi-instrumentalist Ben Bridwell, Band of Horses blends roots and country sounds with an indie rock aesthetic that has brought the group legions of die-hard fans.
TUESDAY 22 JANUARY – THE ENMORE, SYDNEY
WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY – THE PALAIS, MELBOURNE
With Guests Mike Noga & The Gentlemen of Fortune
Crystal Castles
Hailing from Toronto, Crystal Castles is Ethan Kath and Alice Glass. The duo have created an unexpected level of excitement and loyalty with their two eponymously titled albums, headlining sold out tours around the world.
THURSDAY 17 JANUARY – THE HI-FI, SYDNEY
TUESDAY 22 JANUARY – BILLBOARD, MELBOURNE
With Guests Gold Fields
Bloody Beetroots
Prepare for an in-your-face sonic assault with The Bloody Beetroots’ live show – an overblown and opulent spectacle you don’t want to miss.
SATURDAY 19 JANUARY – THE ENMORE, SYDNEY With Guest Peking Duk
TUESDAY 22 JANUARY – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE With Guest Peking Duk
THURSDAY 24 JANUARY – THE PALACE, MELBOURNE With Guest Generik
Alabama Shakes
Alabama Shakes are one of the most exciting new bands around. The 2013 ‘Big Day Out’ marks the first time the band will bring their soul-infused brand of rock n’ roll to Australia.
THURSDAY 17 JANUARY – THE METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY
THURSDAY 24 JANUARY – THE FORUM, MELBOURNE
Against Me!
The band is set to play their only shows outside of the Big Day Out festival at Manning Bar in Sydney and the Hi-Fi in Melbourne this coming January.
THURSDAY 17 JANUARY – MANNING BAR, SYDNEY
TUESDAY 22 JANUARY – THE HI-FI, MELBOURNE
Childish Gambino
Don't miss your chance to see Childish Gambino play at one of his exclusive 'Big Day Out 2013' sideshows!
WEDNESDAY 16 JANUARY - THE STANDARD, SYDNEY
WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY – THE HI-FI, MELBOURNE
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Episodes
We hit the crowds with a video camera, but everyone still wanted photos. So we sort of did it...
Metal heavyweights Every Time I die compare playing small venue 'The Manning Bar' in Sydney to a full stadium for Big Day Out and how the kids are reacting to their new material......
Rapper, Comedian, Actor extraordinaire Donald Glover AKA Childish Gambino talks the local Hip Hop scene and touring with bands he has remixed - Sleigh Bells and Animal Collective...
