Get ready to mosh! Good Things Festival, Australia’s largest travelling music festival, has unveiled its 2024 lineup, and it’s a heavy-hitting affair. Across three East Coast dates, the festival will showcase a diverse range of rock, metal, and alternative acts, bringing a taste of everything from nu-metal legends to rising stars.
Headliners Take Center Stage
The festival is headlined by three iconic acts: Korn, Sum 41, and Violent Femmes. Korn, the Californian nu-metal pioneers, are celebrating the thirtieth anniversary of their self-titled debut album, and will bring their signature sound to the stage. The band’s latest album, Requiem, was released in February 2022, a return to their heavy roots after a period of exploration and experimentation. Sum 41, the Canadian pop-punk powerhouse, will be making their final Australian tour, marking the end of an era for dedicated Aussie fans. The band will be pulling from their formative album trinity, All Killer No Filler (2001), Does This Look Infected? (2002), and Chuck (2004), as well as their recent Heaven :x: Hell double-LP, promising a high-energy set filled with anthems. Violent Femmes, the Milwaukee outfit, have been festival mainstays throughout their awe-inspiring 40-year career, and will bring their iconic blend of punk, folk, and alternative rock to the festival. The band's influence can be seen in countless acts, including The Pixies and Pink.
Diverse Lineup Features Aussie Favorites and International Acts
Beyond the headliners, Good Things 2024 boasts an impressive lineup of international and Australian acts. The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan will perform a spirited set supported by The Delta Riggs, showcasing his expansive solo catalogue and iconic tracks from The Smashing Pumpkins. Slayer axeman Kerry King will bring a taste of his trademark fury to the festival, performing tracks from his solo LP, From Hell I Rise, and unleashing a dose of blunt-force riffage and pointed lyrical themes alongside some Slayer classics.
The Australian contingent is just as strong, with legendary acts like The Living End, Jet, and Killing Heidi bringing their unique sound to the festival. The Living End will be performing their only live shows of 2024, delivering a high-octane set filled with iconic anthems like Second Solution and Prisoner of Society. Jet will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Get Born, a record that propelled them to international stardom. Killing Heidi will be performing their debut album, Reflector, in full, bringing back the early 2000s with their hit single Weir.
Stage 666 Returns with Carnivalesque Stunts
Good Things Festival is known for its carnivalesque atmosphere, and Stage 666 is back for 2024, promising a night of bizarre and entertaining stunts. Guests can witness the knife-throwing and gravity-defying stunts of host Captain Ruin, or be amazed by Princess Tweedle Needle’s daring feats of bodily transgression as the “princess of pain” performs the ‘human pincushion’ act. This year, a special guest from Berlin’s underground nightclub scene will be joining the festivities, adding an extra layer of intrigue.
A Festival for All Ages
Good Things Festival has also made a significant change for 2024, opening up the Sydney festival to 16 and 17-year-olds, making the event more accessible for younger fans. The festival is a 15+ event in Melbourne and Brisbane.
Get Your Tickets Now
The excitement for Good Things Festival 2024 is already palpable, and tickets are sure to sell out fast. Early Bird tickets go on sale this Tuesday, August 27 at 9:30am local time. Sign up for access to pre-sale via the Good Things Festival website. General admission tickets will be available from Thursday, 29 August, at 9:30am local time via Oztix. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience one of Australia’s biggest and most exciting music festivals.
The Future is Bright for Good Things
Good Things Festival has quickly become Australia’s premier alternate, punk and metal festival, taking over the mantle once held by the now defunct Soundwave Festival. The festival’s success is a testament to the organizers' commitment to delivering a diverse and exciting lineup, and the unwavering support of the festival’s dedicated fans.
With a lineup this strong, Good Things Festival 2024 is sure to be a sellout. Get your tickets now and prepare to witness a weekend of unforgettable music and entertainment.
