Evanescence's latest album, 'Sanctuary', marks a significant return to the spotlight for the alternative rock band, who first rose to fame in the early 2000s. The release of 'Sanctuary' coincides with the band's continued global success, as evidenced by the recent number-one single 'Who Will You Follow' on Billboard's Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. This achievement is particularly notable, as it's their first chart-topper since the chart's inception in 2020.
To celebrate this milestone, Evanescence is embarking on an extensive world tour, which includes a special lap of Australia and New Zealand in early 2027. The tour, produced by Live Nation, will see the band perform in various arenas across these countries, starting with RAC Arena in Perth on March 5th and concluding at Spark Arena in Auckland on March 20th. The general onsale for these tickets begins on June 12th.
This tour marks a significant return to the region for Evanescence, who last performed in Australia in late 2025 as special guests on Metallica's M72 World Tour. Prior to that, the band celebrated the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough debut album, 'Fallen', with a tour in August 2023. The current world tour, which began in June 2026, will take the band across North America, the UK, Europe, and eventually, Southeast Asia, Japan, and Central and South America in 2027.
Evanescence's musical journey has been marked by significant chart success. They have achieved two number-one albums on the Billboard 200, with 'The Open Door' in 2006 and 'Evanescence' in 2011. Additionally, the band has five songs on the Billboard Hot 100, with three of them reaching the top 10. Their signature song, 'Bring Me To Life', from 2003, peaked at number 5, solidifying their place in the music industry.
The release of 'Sanctuary' and the subsequent world tour are a testament to Evanescence's enduring appeal and their ability to captivate audiences worldwide. With a blend of powerful vocals, emotional lyrics, and energetic performances, the band continues to leave a lasting impact on the music scene, solidifying their status as one of the most influential alternative rock bands of the 21st century.
