Keith Urban Tickets

Five-time ARIA and four-time GRAMMY award winner Keith Urban has just unveiled his highly anticipated HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR.

This tour will feature 8 arena shows in August 2025, with Chase Matthew, one of country music’s boldest rising stars, as the opening act. These concerts mark Urban’s return to Australia since his last performance in December 2022.

The HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR kicks off on 13 August 2025 at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and will also make stops in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Fans will be the first to experience live performances of new tracks from the album *HIGH*, including “Wildside,” “Straight Line,” “Go Home W U” featuring Lainey Wilson, and “Messed Up As Me.” The setlist will also include #1 hits such as “One Too Many” (with P!nk), “Wasted Time,” “Somebody Like You,” “Parallel Line,” “The Fighter” (with Carrie Underwood), and “Long Hot Summer.”

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Get High and Alive for the Upcoming Keith Urban Australian Tour

Meta-description: Country rock superstar Keith Urban is bringing his HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR to Australia in August 2025. Read on to learn more about it and secure tickets.

Do you know what most people who catch a live Keith Urban show live are surprised by? The shredding. Trust us when we tell you that Urban can play his guitar, and since it's been nearly three years since he last performed Down Under, fans are hungry to see more of that fretwork.

The tour starts at Newcastle Entertainment Centre on August 13th before hitting Brisbane for a double-header, then sliding down to Wollongong, Sydney, and Melbourne, and wrapping up in Adelaide on the 28th. American country newcomer Chase Matthew will be warming up the crowds before cuts from Urban's newest album, "HIGH," and plenty of past hits. 

Why these tickets will fly

Sure, people want to hear fresh bangers like "Wildside" and "Straight Line," along with crowd favourites including "Somebody Like You" and "Wasted Time," but did you know that more than half a million Aussies have bought tickets to his previous shows? 

His performances stretch beyond the two-hour mark and never drop in energy, showcasing why he's snagged those five ARIA and four Grammy Awards.

Keith Urban's chapter of rebuilding and reimagining

Keith Urban finds himself at a fascinating crossroads in early 2025, reinventing his sound while preparing for one of his most ambitious world tours to date. The Aussie country-rock icon, known for his electrifying stage presence and guitar wizardry, is currently navigating significant changes to his musical foundation – literally rebuilding his band from the ground up.

Urban recently dismantled his longtime backing group, parting ways with bassist Jerry Flowers and multi-instrumentalist Nathan Barlowe. This shake-up left him scrambling during two intimate club shows in January, including a notably chaotic performance at Toronto's Horseshoe Tavern where his keyboard player had to double as bassist, occasionally forgetting his dual role mid-song.

Despite these growing pains, there's a method to the madness. Urban appears to be deliberately deconstructing his sound before rebuilding it for the upcoming HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR. These smaller club gigs serve as practical laboratories where he can make sure the bones of the songs are good before filling arenas across the globe starting in May.

The timing is symbolic for Urban, who's consistently evolved throughout his career while maintaining his distinctive musical identity. His latest reinvention is the new album "HIGH." 

Keith Urban's new album "High"

Keith Urban's newest album, "HIGH," marks a fascinating evolution in the decorated country rock star's career – a project born from creative reinvention and musical soul-searching. Released in September 2024, the album represents a deliberate pivot from what nearly became a completely different collection altogether.

Urban initially crafted an album tentatively titled "615" (Nashville's area code) – a more introspective, ballad-heavy collection that Urban ultimately shelved after realising it lacked the energy and diversity he's known for bringing to his live performances. Rather than releasing a tonally consistent but one-dimensional project, Urban recognised the need for balance and returned to the drawing board.

The result is "HIGH" – a collection that retains four of what Urban considered the strongest tracks from the abandoned project ("Break the Chain," "Messed Up as Me," "Heart Like a Hometown," and "Daytona") while incorporating eight new compositions designed to showcase his more energetic side. Lead singles "Straight Line" and "Wildside" exemplify this deliberate shift with their arena-ready arrangements and euphoric choruses that have become Urban trademarks.

What emerges is a deeply personal album that spans the full spectrum of Urban's musical identity. The propulsive, guitar-driven tracks like "Wildside" sit alongside contemplative moments like album closer "Break the Chain," a deeply personal examination of family patterns and breaking cycles of behaviour. This particular track represents some of Urban's most vulnerable songwriting, exploring his relationship with his father and the complex emotions surrounding addiction and healing.

The album also features a standout collaboration with country powerhouse Lainey Wilson on "Go Home W U," a track Urban had actually written during the pandemic lockdowns but found its perfect vocal complement in Wilson's distinctive voice. For longtime fans, "HIGH" showcases Urban's attention to sonic detail. The production incorporates subtle electronic elements that enhance rather than overshadow the organic instrumentation at the heart of Urban's sound. These details – from rhythmic synth beds to carefully placed guitar effects – create the kind of layered listening experience that rewards repeated plays.

The album essentially functions as a road map for these upcoming live shows – a carefully calibrated blend of emotional depth and celebratory release that mirrors the balance Urban continually seeks in his artistic expression.

Keith Urban's Roll of Renown Induction

We mentioned Urban's skills on the strings, and his illustrious career reached another milestone in January 2025 when he was inducted into the prestigious Roll of Renown at the Golden Guitar Awards in Tamworth. This significant honour recognises his extraordinary contributions to Australian country music and his global influence on the genre.

The induction holds special significance as Urban's musical journey began in Tamworth, busking on those very streets during country music festivals before his meteoric rise to international stardom. During the ceremony, Urban also accepted the Golden Guitar Award for Top Selling Australian Country Album for "High," adding to his collection of 15 Golden Guitars.

Industry executives praised Urban's boundary-pushing artistry and unwavering commitment to evolving country music while honouring its traditions. From Tamworth busker to globally recognised artist with four Grammys, multiple CMAs, and six ARIAs to his name, not too bad!

How to get the best tickets for Keith Urban’s Australian tour

Half a million tickets sold on previous tours means this next one will be in high demand, however, when it comes to high-demand shows, Queen of Tickets has you covered. We have the best Keith Urban Australian tour tickets available so you can enjoy those masterful guitar skills up close and personal, but be quick, as they are flying!