The Temper Trap to Tour Australia in 2026 for New Album Sungazer
Melbourne’s very own indie rock legends, The Temper Trap, have exciting news for their fans. They have just announced a national Australian tour set to take place in September and October of 2026 to coincide with the release of their highly anticipated fourth studio album, Sungazer, on July 10th.
This tour is a significant homecoming for the band, marking their most extensive Australian run in years, following a period of resurgence with new music in recent times. The tour kicks off with a performance at Forum Melbourne on September 11th, followed by a show in Brisbane at Night At The Parkland the next night. Adelaide, Sydney, and Perth are also on the tour list, closing out the run at ICF:Warehouse on October 9th.
Sungazer comes ten years after the band’s last album, “Thick As Thieves,” ending their longest recording hiatus to date. The album promises to showcase The Temper Trap’s evolution while still maintaining the atmospheric sound and distinct vocals that have defined their music since the late 2000s.
The band has ventured into new territories with tracks like “Lucky Dimes” and “Giving Up Air,” incorporating electronic elements and rhythmic energy into their signature indie rock sound. On the other hand, tracks like “Into The Wild” bring back the expansive arrangements that characterized their early work.
At the heart of Sungazer is the unmistakable voice of singer Dougy Mandagi, whose vocal range has become a hallmark of Australian alternative music. The band shared that Sungazer is a product of personal growth and renewed creative energy, capturing a pure essence of their music that has not been seen before.
Formed in Melbourne in 2005, The Temper Trap quickly made a name for themselves with their debut album “Conditions” in 2009, which featured the global hit “Sweet Disposition.” Since then, they have released two more albums, both achieving number one status on the ARIA Albums Chart and garnering billions of streams worldwide.
Their influence has even reached the electronic music realm, with remixes of their songs finding success among DJs and in club settings. As they gear up for their Australian tour and a busy international schedule, The Temper Trap remains a force in Australian alternative music, poised for a successful year in 2026.
Fans can expect to hear songs from Sungazer live for the first time in large venues across the country, as The Temper Trap makes their triumphant return to the stage after a period of individual projects. With new music on the horizon and a tour schedule packed with exciting performances, The Temper Trap is ready to reclaim their place in the spotlight.