# DEAD KENNEDYS ‘Give Me Dystopia or Give Me Death’ Australia & New Zealand Tour 2025

**Tour Announcement** — On Your Markus  
**Venues:** The Gov  
**Published:** 11 April 2025  
**Author:** Markus Hamence  
**Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/tour-announcements/dead-kennedys-give-me-dystopia-or-give-me-death-australia-new-zealand-tour-2025/

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American punk rock band **Dead Kennedys** return to **Australia **and **New Zealand** this September for their first tour in seven years, bringing their politically charged anthems and raw energy back to the stage.

Known for their blistering live performances and sharp social commentary, the band will deliver a series of high-intensity shows across both countries.

Fans can expect a setlist featuring classics such as ***Holiday in Cambodia****, ****California Über Alle*****s**, and ***Kill the Poor***, alongside deeper cuts and fan favourites.

With a career spanning over four decades, **Dead Kennedys** remain a defining force in punk rock. Their satirical lyrics and unfiltered sound continue to resonate, challenging the status quo as they have since their formation in **San Francisco in 1978.**

The current lineup features original members **East Bay Ray** (guitar) and** Klaus Flouride **(bass), alongside **vocalist Ron “Skip” Greer**, who has fronted the band since 2008, and **drummer Steve Wilson**, who joined following the passing of longtime drummer **D.H. Peligro** in 2022.

Touring has long been central to Dead Kennedys’ identity, and their upcoming run through Australia and New Zealand continues their commitment to delivering high-energy performances that remain as urgent as ever.

**AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND TOUR DATES:**  
Tues, Sept 16: Powerstation, **Auckland**  
Wed, Sept 17: Meow Nui, **Wellington**  
Fri, Sept 19: Northcote Theatre, **Melbourne**  
Sat, Sept 20: Tivoli, **Brisbane**  
Wed, Sept 24:  Astor Theatre, **Perth**  
Fri, Sept 26: The Gov, **Adelaide**  
Sat, Sept 27: Metro Theatre, **Sydney**

**General Public Tickets On Sale Tuesday, April 15 @ 12.00pm AEST**  
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