The Pogues Australian / New Zealand tour will still take place with their original dates. A new show has just been added in Brisbane for Thursday 2nd April at Fortitude Music Hall – tickets go on-sale on Monday 23rd March at 10.00am (QLD time) via Ticketmaster.
The Pogues will make their long-awaited return to Australian stages with a special 40th anniversary celebrating the classic album Rum, Sodomy & the Lash.
The tour brings together original members James Fearnley, Jem Finer and Spider Stacy, alongside a stellar line-up of musicians and guest vocalists including Daragh Lynch, Iona Zajac, John Francis Flynn and Lisa O’Neill. Released in 1985, Rum Sodomy & the Lash is a cornerstone of punk and alternative rock, renowned for its raw energy, poetic lyrics, and infectious melodies. The band are set to play the legendary album in full, including B-sides, extended version tracks, plus a special selection of their most beloved material.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest folk-punk albums, Rum, Sodomy & the Lash features the anthemic Dirty Old Town, A Pair of Brown Eyes and A Rainy Night in Soho. Ranked among Rolling Stones “500 Greatest Albums of All Time”, its influence continues to echo across generations.
Returning for their first Australian / New Zealand tour in 14 years, this marks a rare chance to celebrate The Pogues extraordinary legacy live on stage.
TOURING PARTY:
Jem Finer
Spider Stacy
James Fearnley
Holly Mullineaux (bass)
Darragh Lynch (guitar – Lankum)
Jordan O’Leary (banjo)
Fiachra Meek (pipes/whistles – Alfi)
Jim Sclavunos (drums – Bad seeds)
Iona Zajac (vocals – Harp)
John Francis Flynn (Vocalist, Multi-instrumentalist)
Lisa O’Neill (Vocals)
BRASS SECTION:
Pete Fraser
Daniel Hayes
Ian Williamson
THE POGUES – RUM, SODOMY & THE LASH
40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR DATES 2026:
Wednesday 25th March
Fremantle Prison, Fremantle WA
Friday 27th March
Hindley St Music Hall, Adelaide SA
Sunday 29th March
The Forum, Melbourne VIC
Tuesday 31st March
The Form, Melbourne VIC
Thursday 2nd April
Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane QLD
***NEW SHOW JUST ANNOUNCED***
Tickets available from Ticketmaster
