Scene News: Merryn Jeann Announced as Special Guest for all of The Stranglers shows on the ‘Fifty Years in Black’ Anniversary Tour 2025 Australia & New Zealand

Not long now until the iconic British punk and new wave rockers, The Stranglers, return to Australia and New Zealand this March to celebrate their monumental 50th anniversary tour.

Fans can expect a setlist packed with hits from the band’s extensive catalogue, including timeless classics like Golden Brown, Always the Sun, No More Heroes, and Peaches.

The band is thrilled to announce that Australian artist Merryn Jeann will join them on all dates, performing with a full band. Known for her captivating vocals and spellbinding art-pop, her performances are infused with emotional depth and raw authenticity, setting the stage for an unforgettable night.

Exciting news for fans in Wellington: tour upgrades are now available, offering a premium experience to make your night even more special.

Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss out on your chance to be part of this iconic celebration!
 THE STRANGLERS
 ‘Fifty Years In Black’ The Anniversary Tour 2025 

Thursday, March 13: Powerstation, Auckland
Saturday, March 15: Meow Nui, Wellington
Sunday, March 16: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch 
Wednesday, March 19: Enmore Theatre, Sydney
Thursday, March 20: The Tivoli, Brisbane
Saturday, March 22: Forum, Melbourne
Sunday, March 23: The Gov, Adelaide
Tuesday, March 25: Astor Theatre, Perth

Tickets are onsale now!
www.sbmpresents.com/tour/the-stranglers


First formed in 1974, The Stranglers no bullsh*t attitude was embraced by the punk movement of the late 70s. But their musicianship and menace transcended the genre, creating a sound unique to themselves.

Their distinctive sound – combining dark aggression with melodic brilliance and effortless cool – has earned them recognition as one of the most credible and influential bands to emerge from the punk era. With 24 UK Top 40 singles and 19 UK Top 40 albums, their six-decade career is nothing short of legendary.

The band’s 50th anniversary milestone serves as a testament to their enduring legacy. With a rich musical history and a forward-thinking approach, The Stranglers remain an enduring force in the ever-evolving world of rock music.

www.thestranglers.co.uk
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Mary is a photographer and a writer, specialising in music. She runs Rocklust.com where she endeavours to capture the passion of music in her photos whether it's live music photography, promotional band photos or portraits. She has photographed The Rolling Stones, KISS, Iggy Pop, AC/DC, Patti Smith, Joe Strummer, PULP, The Cult, The Damned, The Cure, Ian Brown, Interpol, MUDHONEY, The MELVINS, The Living End, Foo Fighters, Smashing Pumpkins, Rage Against The Machine, The Stone Roses –just to name a few - in Australia, USA, Europe and the Middle East. Her work has been published in Beat magazine, Rolling Stone magazine, Triple J magazine, The Age Newspaper, The Herald Sun, The Australian, Neos Kosmos, blistering.com, theaureview.com, noise11.com, music-news.com. She has a permanent photographic exhibition at The Corner Hotel in Richmond, Victoria Australia.