‘System of a Down’ and ‘Faith No More’, the rock bands behind hits like ‘Chop Suey!’, ‘BYOB’, ‘Epic’ and ‘Midlife Crisis’, appear to be gearing up for an imminent Australian tour, with coordinated promotional activity uncovering the bands’ iconic symbols in major cities. The alternative metal outfit’s famous hand symbol was seen on murals in Melbourne and Sydney on Friday, while Brisbane saw a light projection showing the band’s emblem and Faith No More’s signature logo.According to Rolling Stone, the promotional campaign hints at an imminent tour announcement. Brisbane screening sightings were reported by Wall of Sound, adding to speculation about the bands return to the country.
Faith No More’s signature logo was projected in Brisbane alongside the System of a Down emblem, hinting at a possible joint Australian tour. Image Credit (Instagram)
“System of a Down” and “Faith No More” fuel Australian tour speculation
If reports are accurate, this would mark System of a Down’s first Australian performances in over a decade; their last visit was the now-defunct Soundwave festival in 2012. The band recently finished a European and UK tour and played the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas in April.
System of a Down guitarist Daron to Malachi urges fans to stick together
Guitarist Daron Malakian addressed the band’s differing perspectives during recent performances and encouraged the crowd not to let the media divide them. The comment follows the attention the drummer generated online after posting about Charlize Theron and her children; the publication was widely criticized for inaccuracies about LGBTQ+ issues.
The band’s recent concerts were acclaimed for emotionally charged renditions of hits like ‘Chop Suey!’, ‘BYOB’ and ‘Hypnotize’. Image Credit (Instagram)
Despite the controversy, the band’s musical performance resonated deeply with the audience. “While a light rain sprinkled like tears during parts of the set, emotional and explosive renditions of hits like ‘BYOB,’ ‘Hypnotize,’ and ‘Chop Suey’ had fans singing at the top of their lungs, offering a communal bond and shared release. The power of this music comes not only from its tempo and volume, but from the angst that inspires it, which the band conveyed so well,” the post notes.
‘Faith No More’ returns to Australia after a nine-year absence
‘Faith No More’ was last performed in Australia in 2015 in support of Soundwave’s Final Edition. A confirmed Australian tour would mark the metal act’s return to the country after nearly a decade, reuniting both legendary acts for what could be one of the most significant rock concert announcements of the year.