Ross The Boss Reveals 2025 Australian Tour Dates
The former Manowar frontman will perform the album Sign of the Hammer in full.
Heavy metal titan Ross the Boss is heading Down Under in 2025 for a special run of shows.
The Bronx native has revealed he’ll be playing his former band Manowar’s classic album Sign of the Hammer in its entirety. Fans can also expect a set featuring some of Manowar’s most anthemic tunes alongside a few surprises from Ross’ extensive catalogue.
Ross the Boss will be joined on tour by his remarkable band which includes Metal Church vocalist Marc Lopes, Gamma Ray bassist Dirk Schlächter and former Manowar drummer Rhino.
Playing four shows across the nation next May, the tour kicks off with a bang at Brisnane’s Crowbar on Thursday, May 1 before Ross the Boss performs at Sydney’s Crowbar on Friday, May 2, Melbourne’s Croxton Bandroom on Saturday, May 3 and Adelaide’s The Gov on Sunday, May 4.
Early bird pre-sale tickets go on sale at 9:30am local time on Thursday, December 19. General on-sale begins at 9:30am on Monday, December 23. For full ticketing information visit hardlinemedia.net.
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A founding member of the early 70s punk outfit The Dictators, Ross the Boss has achieved much success across his incredible six-decade career.
The rocking guitarist has performed with some of the most respected heavy acts in the game, including establishing Manowar with bass player Joey DeMaio in 1980 and playing on albums by Death Dealer, Manitoba’s Wild Kingdom, and Shakin' Street. Ross the Boss has also released four solo albums, his most recent being Born of Fire (2020).
The chance to catch Ross the Boss play Sign of the Hammer in full is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans, with Hardline Media also offering punters the chance to score a limited number of VIP Meet & Greet tickets. Not only do these tickets allow guests early access into the venue, but they also include the chance to have a photo with the band, the ability to have two personal items signed, an Australian tour poster to get signed and an exclusive VIP lanyard/laminate.
Catch Ross the Boss at The Gov on Sunday, May 4. For complete ticketing information visit hardlinemedia.net.
Ross The Boss 2025 Australian Tour Dates
Thursday, May 1 – Crowbar, Brisbane
Friday, May 2 – Crowbar, Sydney
Saturday, May 3 – Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne
Sunday, May 4 – The Gov, Adelaide
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The former Manowar frontman will perform the album Sign of the Hammer in full.
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