Fans of comedy rock rejoice as the legendary duo, Tenacious D, announces their long-awaited return to Australia for the highly anticipated Spicy Meatball Tour in July this year. It’s been over a decade since the dynamic duo graced Australian stages, making this announcement a momentous occasion for music enthusiasts across the continent.
Formed in the bustling city of Los Angeles in 1994, Tenacious D quickly became a household name with their unique blend of humour, satire, and rock music.
Comprised of the immensely talented and beloved actors Jack Black, 54, and Kyle Gass, 63, the duo has carved out a niche for themselves in the entertainment industry, earning a dedicated fan base worldwide.
Adored by fans worldwide, Tenacious D’s remarkable journey encompasses a hit HBO variety series in 1999, a Platinum-certified self-titled album in 2001, and a feature film – Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny – in 2006.
Their album Rize of the Fenix garnered a Grammy nomination for ‘Best Comedy Album’, and in 2014, the band clinched their first win for ‘Best Metal Performance’.
In 2013, Black and Gass established the music and comedy event Festival Supreme in Los Angeles, showcasing talents such as Adam Sandler, Sarah Silverman, and Flight of the Conchords.
Their animated film, Tenacious D in Post-Apocalypto, was released in 2018. This unique project featured each frame meticulously hand-drawn by Black, with the band providing the voices for the characters and recording the accompanying soundtrack.
To complement the film, a graphic novel expanding the Post-Apocalypto universe was released in 2020.
Tenacious D is set to take the stage in Sydney on the 14th of July, followed by performances in Newcastle on the 16th of July, Brisbane on the 18th of July, Melbourne on the 20th of July, and Adelaide on the 22nd of July, before continuing their tour in New Zealand.
Tickets for these shows will be available for purchase starting Friday, the 9th of February, at 12pm local time.
