Rufus Du Sol
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
After three years of making Americans lose their minds at sold-out stadium shows, RÜFÜS DU SOL are finally bringing their magic back down under. Learn more
The Grammy-winning electronic trio just dropped their latest album 'Inhale / Exhale', and they're ready to celebrate with a massive homecoming tour across Australia and New Zealand.
If you've caught these guys live before, you'll know why this is such a big deal. Their shows are full-blown sensory experiences that'll have you floating somewhere between earth and heaven. The upcoming tour is hitting all the major spots: Perth's RAC Arena kicks things off in November, and then they're zigzagging across to Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane before wrapping things up in Auckland.
And because RÜFÜS never do things by halves, they've brought electronic wizard SG Lewis along for the ride. It's a perfect match that'll have dance music fans absolutely frothing.
RÜFÜS DU SOL's rise feels almost dreamlike. The Australian electronic trio – Tyrone Lindqvist, Jon George, and James Hunt – have carved out their own unique space in the music world, crafting a sound that bridges the gap between intimate electronica and arena-ready anthems.
Their journey hasn't been about overnight success or viral moments but rather a steady building of something genuine. With five albums under their belt, they've pulled off something remarkably rare in electronic music – zero duds. Each release has built upon their signature mid-tempo electronic sound while pushing into new territory, from their earlier works to their Grammy-winning track "Alive" from 2021's 'Surrender'.
RÜFÜS enjoys some serious attention to sonic detail. Jon George reveals they've been obsessed with sound design since day one, though their approach has evolved dramatically. "We started pretty crude and simple," he admits, but as their skills and resources grew, so did their sonic palette. These days, their studio arsenal includes an impressive collection of vintage Roland synthesizers and multiple Sequential Prophet-6s, tools they use to create those instantly recognizable RÜFÜS textures.
Their latest album 'Inhale / Exhale' showcases just how far they've come. The group now confidently experiments with field recordings and street sounds, weaving them into their electronic tapestry. Take "New York," where they transformed the annoyance of street construction into a foundational beat – it's this kind of creative thinking that's kept their sound fresh and engaging.
But perhaps what's most impressive about RÜFÜS DU SOL's growth is how they've managed to appeal to such a broad spectrum of music lovers. Their sound catches the ears of young partygoers and seasoned electronic music producers alike. Even those who cut their teeth on '80s electro-pop find something to love in their lush soundscapes.
Now, with headline shows booked at massive venues like California's Rose Bowl Stadium and Mexico's Estadio 3 de Marzo, they've joined the rare ranks of Australian acts capable of filling stadiums worldwide. Yet despite this massive success, they've stayed true to their roots. As Lindqvist recently noted during a sunset concert at Sydney's Fleet Steps, with the Opera House as backdrop, "We haven't lived in this city for eight years, but it still feels like home for us. It's where we played our first shows."
"Music Is Better," arrived with the same magnetic energy that's made the band festival favorites worldwide. The track, which they first teased during their headline DJ set at Coachella, marks their first new material since 2021's 'Surrender.'
The song feels like a natural evolution of their sound while hitting all the sweet spots that RÜFÜS fans have come to love. Built around a hypnotic mantra that declares "music is better," it's the kind of track that seems designed to unite festival crowds in moments of pure euphoria. The production is characteristically meticulous, with layers of synthesisers and driving rhythms creating an expansive sonic landscape that feels both intimate and arena-ready.
This release comes at a high point for the trio, following their Grammy win for "Alive" and multiple ARIA Awards. They've been busy on the festival circuit, too, commanding stages at iconic venues like the Hollywood Bowl and Red Rocks Amphitheatre, plus launching their own boutique festival, Sundream, in Mexico. The new single suggests exciting things ahead for their upcoming tour – it's the kind of track that begs to be experienced live, where RÜFÜS DU SOL's music truly comes alive.
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