Amorphis (FIN) Canberra

Schedule

Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+10:00

Location

The Baso Canberra | Canberra, CT

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Finnish progressive metal legends AMORPHIS will return to Australian shores for the first time in 13 years this September 2026, bringing their atmospheric power and mythic storytelling to Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney.
Amorphis will bring their signature blend of melodic metal and progressive soundscapes to Australia, performing a career-spanning set that journeys through their rich discography — from early classics to modern fan favorites.
The set will also feature new material from their latest album Borderland, showcasing the band’s ever-evolving sound and storytelling mastery.
Joining them on all dates will be Melbourne’s own dark metal masters THE ETERNAL, who will help set the stage for an unforgettable series of shows.
Dates & Venues
23/09 The Croxton, Melbourne
24/09 The Triffid, Brisbane
25/09 Liberty Hall, Sydney
26/09 The Baso, Canberra
Tickets
GA and VIP Tickets Onsale now from www.yourmatebookings.com
General Admission (GA): Watch the full live performance of Amorphis and The Eternal
VIP Meet and Greet: Watch the full live performance of Amorphis and The Eternal + VIP Meet and Greet, receive VIP Lanyard + Early Access to Merchandise + Grab a photo with the band + have up to three personal items signed by the band + receive a signed poster by the band

Reviews of the new album
“The Finns’ trademark sound has been refined and nurtured to the point of near perfection.” — METAL HAMMER (UK)
“Absolutely staggering from start to finish!” — POWERPLAY (UK)
“The band should soon be declared part of Finland’s national cultural heritage.” — METAL HAMMER (DE)

A Legacy Forged in Metal
Amorphis is, without a doubt, one of the most important and well-known Finnish metal bands ever.
Their debut album, The Karelian Isthmus (1992), released via Relapse Records, received rave reviews worldwide and opened doors to countless live opportunities.
However, it was their groundbreaking sophomore release, Tales from the Thousand Lakes (1994), that permanently etched Amorphis’ name onto the global metal map.
That record not only brought the band their first American tour supporting Entombed, but also marked a defining stylistic evolution — introducing more keyboards, melodic depth, and clean vocals.
Tales from the Thousand Lakes is widely regarded as the band’s breakthrough, a landmark that set them on a long and victorious march through the decades to become one of metal’s most beloved and enduring acts.
The Journey Continues — Following the global release of their 15th studio album, Borderland (out now via Reigning Phoenix Music), AMORPHIS are set to embark on this monumental Australian tour as part of their worldwide Borderland campaign.
Recorded at Hansen Studios (Denmark) with acclaimed producer Jacob Hansen (Volbeat, Amaranthe, Primal Fear), Borderland represents a passage between past and future — a sonic threshold where myth and memory converge.
The album’s artwork, crafted by Dutch visionary Marald Van Haasteren (Metallica, Black Sabbath, Kvelertak, Alcest), visually mirrors the album’s deep sense of narrative and transformation, fueled by the poetic lyricism of Pekka Kainulainen.

About The Eternal
The Eternal formed in Melbourne, Australia in early 2003. In the bands almost 20 year history they have released 6 internationally acclaimed studio albums.
The band has toured extensively nationally & internationally with the likes of Amorphis, Anathema, Him, Katatonia, Swallow The Sun & Opeth just to name a few.
The Eternal’s sound can be best described as dark, melancholic progressive metal.
Following the success of their acclaimed 2024 album Skinwalker, Australian/Finnish dark progressive gothic metal band The Eternal return with their new EP Celestial.
Continuing their signature fusion of melancholic atmospheres, doom-laden heaviness, and progressive depth, the band once again delivers an emotive and cinematic journey through sound and spirit.
Featuring the tracks “Absence of Light,” “Celestial,” “It All Ends,” “Bleeding Into Light,” “Casting Down Shadows” and the exclusive bonus piece “Everlasting MMXXVI,” the EP stands as both a companion to Skinwalker and a bold statement of the band’s evolving artistry.
With Mark Kelson (vocals/guitars) and Richie Poate (guitars) in Melbourne, joined by Niclas Etelävuori (bass, ex-Amorphis/Flat Earth) and Jan Rechberger (drums, Amorphis) in Helsinki, The Eternal have solidified themselves as a truly international collaboration.
Their music resonates with fans of acts such as Katatonia, Swallow the Sun, and Anathema—dark yet luminous, heavy yet emotionally transcendent.
Set for release through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) in 2026, Celestial captures the essence of The Eternal: a band unafraid to embrace both beauty and bleakness while charting new creative horizons.

A Journey Through the “Borderland”
Among the record’s highlights is the haunting focus track ‘Fog To Fog’, inspired by the desolate beauty of the Arctic north.
Keyboardist Santeri Kallio shares: “I travelled as far north as I could, to the last corner of the Arctic Ocean, and there I found the inspiration for 'Fog To Fog'; dead black cliffs and feelings frozen forever. A journey to the Norwegian fjords, where no one lives voluntarily... maybe the Vikings once upon a time, most likely out of necessity.”
From the frozen silence of northern cliffs to the roaring warmth of the stage, AMORPHIS continue to explore the limits of melody, heaviness, and human emotion.
Watch & Listen
🎥 ‘Fog To Fog’ Official Video:

🎥 ‘Light And Shadow’ (Lyric Video):

🎥 ‘Bones’ (Official Video):

🎥 ‘Dancing Shadow’ (Official Video):

🎧 Get your passport to “Borderland” here: https://amorphis.rpm.link/borderlandPR
AMORPHIS AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026
with special guests THE ETERNAL
Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne & Sydney
September 2026
Tickets on sale from www.yourmatebookings.com
PRESS CONTACT/WEBSITES:
Anthony from Your Mate Bookings [email protected]
Artist Website: www.amorphis.net
Label: Reigning Phoenix Music
Support: www.the-eternal.com
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