Face To Face Touring is thrilled to unveil Australia’s newest country music experience, Sunburnt Country. The inaugural dates will commence in February 2026, headlined by ACM Artist of the Decade and 3X Entertainer of the Year, Country powerhouse Jason Aldean as part of the international extension of his FULL THROTTLE Tour. It will be his first Australian visit since 2016’s massive sell out tour.
Sunburnt Country’s huge outdoor concert events will take place in Toowoomba, Hunter Valley and Canberra, the line-up also featuring US rocker Corey Kent, along with stellar homegrown talent Brad Cox, Dear Tommie, Y.O.G.A. and more.
Sunburnt Country dates are as follows: February 21, 2026 at Queens Park, Toowoomba, followed by February 28 at Roche Estate in the Hunter Valley, and concluding on Sunday March 1at Stage 88, Canberra.
Tickets are available starting with Artist presale tickets on Wednesday, July 2nd at 12pm.
A Face To Face Touring presale commences Friday July 4 at 1pm, running until Monday July 7, at 12pm.
General public tickets on sale Monday, July 7 at 1pm at ticketmaster.com.au. All times are local.
Aldean has solidified his “Country superstar status” (Variety) having garnered 30 No. 1 career hits at Country radio, nearly 20 billion streams, and more than 20 million albums sold with “his own recipe…one that has vaulted him to the pinnacle of Country music success” (Atlanta Journal Constitution). His history-making, prolific career has included nearly two decades of chart-topping hits, including “Dirt Road Anthem,” “Don’t You Wanna Stay,” “Fly Over States,” “She’s Country,” “Big Green Tractor,” “Amarillo Sky” and most recently, his 30th career #1 at Country radio, “Whiskey Drink.”
Launched today by Face To Face Touring, Sunburnt Country is Australia’s newest country music experience. Set in some of Australia’s most spectacular locations, these events invite fans to soak in stunning scenery while enjoying performances from the finest names in country music. Dust off your cowboy boots, grab your hat, and get ready to two-step into a world where the heart and soul of country music comes alive!
SUNBURNT COUNTRY
Sat Feb 21 – Queens Park, Toowoomba
Sat Feb 28 – Roche Estate, Hunter Valley
Sun Mar 1 – Stage 88, Canberra
TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY JULY 7, 1PM – head to www.ticketmaster.com.au
Artist presale: Wednesday, July 2, 12pm – Monday, July 7, 12pm
Face To Face Touring presale: Friday July 4, 1pm – Monday July 7, 12pm.
For more information please visit sunburntcountrymusic.com.au
JASON ALDEAN FULL THROTTLE 2026 DATES – NEW ZEALAND AND AUSTRALIA:
Thu Feb 19 — Auckland, NZ— Spark Arena
Sat Feb 21—Toowoomba, AU — Sunburnt Country
Sun Feb 22 — Brisbane, AU— Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Wed Feb 25— Melbourne, AU — Rod Laver Arena
Thu Feb 26— Sydney, AU — Qudos Bank Arena
Sat Feb 28— Hunter Valley, AU — Sunburnt Country
Sun Mar 1— Canberra, AU — Sunburnt Country
About Jason Aldean:
ACM Artist of the Decade and 3X ACM Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean has garnered 30 No. 1 career hits, over 18 billion streams, and more than 20 million albums sold with “his own recipe…one that has vaulted him to the pinnacle of Country music success” (Atlanta Journal Constitution). His history-making and prolific career has included nearly two decades of chart-topping hits, including “Dirt Road Anthem,” “Don’t You Wanna Stay,” “Fly Over States,” “She’s Country,” “Big Green Tractor,” “Amarillo Sky” and more. The Grammy-nominated hit-maker earned the most Top 10 songs on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart-more than any other artist- since his debut in 2005, with “songs of small-town living, love and loss that have resonated with a loyal fanbase” (Billboard). With the 2023 release of his 11th studio album, HIGHWAY DESPERADO, and his sold-out nationwide Highway Desperado Arena Tour, Aldean continued his “country superstar status” (Variety). The album earned the Georgia native his first career Hot 100 chart-topping hit with “Try That In A Small Town”- which earned Billboard Award nominations (2023) for “Top Song Sales Artist” and “Top Selling Song”- as well as the fan-favourite track “Let Your Boys Be Country” and current single, “Whiskey Drink.” Produced by longtime producer Michael Knox, Highway Desperado followed Aldean’s double album, MACON, GEORGIA, which earned the singer/songwriter praise for honing “in on his vision for this era of his career” and kicking off “his career’s next era” (The Tennessean). The project’s featured the history-making, multi-week No. 1 Grammy-nominated “powerful duet” (Rolling Stone) “If I Didn’t Love You” with Carrie Underwood, which won ACM Single of the Year, iHeartRadio Country Song of the Year, and CMT Collaborative Video of the Year as well as Billboard and GRAMMY nominations. Currently in the studio working on new music, Aldean most recently graced the cover of Hook & Barrel Magazine’s January 2025 Cover, where he spoke about his career to date and new music and what is on the horizon in 2025. For more information, visit www.jasonaldean.com
About Corey Kent:
“Poised to be country’s latest red dirt star” (Rolling Stone), Corey Kent, a proud husband and father, has become a decorated artist on the rise, growing from humble heartland roots into a Triple-Platinum certified No. 1 hit maker with one billion career streams.
Rising from the vibrant Red Dirt country scene as the embodiment of authenticity, Kent set his sights on Nashville as a teen, bringing his self-penned catalog of country-rock anthems with him. But after the pandemic coincided with the loss of his first publishing deal, Kent was forced to move to Texas and get a job on a paving crew to pay the bills, yet he stubbornly refused to call music quits, with honky-tonks and dancehalls on both sides of the Red River becoming his stomping ground.
Fast forward a few years and the hit single “Wild As Her” proved he was right all along. An untamed tribute to a free-spirited stunner, the track re-invigorated Kent’s career as a now Triple-Platinum-certified No. 1 at country radio, and the lead single off his major label album debut, Blacktop. Despite never cracking country radio’s Top 40, Kent’s trust-your-gut second single “Something’s Gonna Kill Me” went Gold, proving his message was connecting. And momentum kept building, with Kent hitting the road alongside Jason Aldean, Ashley McBryde, Parker McCollum and more. Next-big-thing accolades came in from CMT, Opry Next Stage and more, but even as Kent became the most played new artist on country radio for all of 2023, he kept the underdog, who-cares-about-conventional-wisdom mentality. And so did his fans.
For Kent, the point was that his fans have the same independent spirit he does, and he took that lesson into his next chapter. Settled into his ranch in Texas and intent on being fully present with his family while also achieving his dreams, Kent most recently released his sophomore major-label album, Black Bandana, to critical acclaim, with MusicRow Magazine describing the title track as “gently but unrelentingly uplifting.” Often seen with a black bandana around his neck, Black Bandana holds great meaning for Kent – it’s his rally cry. This album is about finding balance, keeping clear eyes on what’s important – and waving that Black Bandana for all to see. For the latest news and information about Corey Kent, visit coreykentofficial.com.
About Brad Cox:
Brad Cox, the beloved Australian artist and songwriter, has carved a remarkable path in the country music scene, captivating audiences with his authentic spirit and down-to-earth persona. With a string of chart-topping albums and hit singles, Cox has cemented his place as one of the most celebrated musicians in the country.
Hailing from Jindabyne in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Brad first turned heads with his self-titled debut album in 2018, featuring breakout hits like “Red Light,” “Too Drunk to Drive,” and “Water On The Ground.”
His sophomore effort My Mind’s Projection (2020) pushed him further into the national spotlight, debuting at #1 on the ARIA Australian Country Album Chart and showcasing his knack for blending heartfelt songwriting with barnstorming live energy.
His 2023 album ACRES marked a career peak — topping the ARIA Country Charts and earning him three Golden Guitars, including Top Selling Country Album of the Year, Contemporary Country Album of the Year, and Male Artist of the Year. A subsequent national tour saw him play to more than 30,000 fans, cementing his place as a marquee act on the live circuit.
in 2024, Brad signed with Warner Music Australia and launched a bold new chapter with the raw, emotionally charged single “Everything I’ve Got.” Praised by fans for its vulnerability and grit, the track marked a sonic evolution and the start of a new creative era.
This shift in direction saw Brad step beyond the traditional country lane, landing spots at major alternative and crossover festivals including Yours & Owls and Bluesfest Byron Bay — further cementing his broad appeal. It all led to his biggest tour yet, the Everything I’ve Got Tour, which stormed the east coast and sold out iconic venues including The Enmore Theatre in Sydney and The Forum in Melbourne.
With a new album slated for release on September 26, 2025, Brad Cox is entering a defining era. Whether it’s the raw honesty of his lyrics, the arena-sized hooks, or his trademark cheeky charm, one thing is clear: Brad Cox is not only leading a new wave of Australian country — he’s taking it to the world.
About Dear Tommie:
Hailing from Tamworth, Dear Tommie has always been an enigma amongst her peers. 2024 was a big year for Dear Tommie who supported the likes of Dasha and Tori Forsyth. She was also the writer and producer behind the #1 radio hit song “Cowboy” by Bella Mackenzie and performed more than 9 packed shows at the Tamworth Country Music Festival. Dear Tommie’s music is salted with blues and roots inspiration from Leon Bridges with the mountain pepper of Zach Bryan. Together her blend of earthy worlds paints a cinematic landscape of her Mid-west Country music.
About Y.O.G.A.:
Y.O.G.A. is a new music project from Peking Duk‘s Reuben Styles. In Peking Duk, his songs frequently explore ideas of freedom and the feeling of breaking loose. Y.O.G.A., short for “You’re Only Great Always”, does the same. But with a significant twist. Here Reuben seeks to disrupt the stigma Australian culture places upon mental health.