‘System of a Down’ and ‘Faith No More,’ the rock bands behind hits such as ‘Chop Suey!’, ‘B.Y.O.B.’, ‘Epic’ and ‘Midlife Crisis’, appear to be gearing up for an imminent Australian tour, with coordinated promotional activity spotting the bands’ iconic symbols across major cities. The alt-metal outfit’s famous hand symbol was spotted on murals in Melbourne and Sydney on Friday, while Brisbane saw a light projection displaying both the band’s emblem and Faith No More’s signature logo.According to Rolling Stone, the promotional campaign signals an impending tour announcement. Wall of Sound reported on the Brisbane projection sightings, adding to speculation about the bands’ return to the country.
Faith No More’s signature logo was projected in Brisbane alongside System of a Down’s 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 wrapped a European and UK tour and played at Las Vegas’ Sick New World festival back in April.
System of a Down guitarist Daron Malakian urges fans to stay united
Guitarist Daron Malakian addressed the band’s differing perspectives during recent performances and encouraged audiences not to let media divide them. The comment follows attention the drummer generated online after posting about Charlize Theron and her children; the post was widely criticised for inaccuracies regarding LGBTQ+ issues.
The band’s recent concerts drew acclaim for emotionally charged performances of hits including ‘Chop Suey!’, ‘B.Y.O.B.’ and ‘Hypnotize’.Image credit (Instagram)
Despite the controversy, the band’s musical performance resonated deeply with audiences. “As a light rain sprinkled like tears during parts of the set, emotive and explosive interpretations of hits including ‘B.Y.O.B.,’ ‘Hypnotize,’ and ‘Chop Suey’ had fans singing along at the top of their lungs, offering a communal bond and shared release. This music’s power comes not only from its tempo and volume, but from the angst that inspires it, which the band conveyed so well,” the publication noted.
‘Faith No More’ returns to Australia after nine-year absence
‘Faith No More’ last performed in Australia in 2015 in support of Soundwave’s final edition. A confirmed Australian tour would mark the metal outfit’s return to the country after nearly a decade away, reuniting both legendary acts for what could be one of the year’s most significant rock concert announcements.
