Dune Rats

Brisbane punk rock lifers Dune Rats return with the same reckless conviction that’s defined them for over a decade, bringing their raw, high-energy live show to Byron Bay as part of Great Southern Nights.

Fresh off a national Australian tour supporting YUNGBLUD, and the release of new single SHARKSalongside a re-recorded version of FUCK IT! from their early Smile EP, this era sees Dune Rats reconnecting with the mindset that started it all – backing themselves, ignoring the noise, and swimming hard against the current. SHARKS is a full-circle moment: raw belief, stubborn optimism, and no apologies.

Longtime torchbearers of Brisbane’s DIY punk lineage, Danny Beus, BC Michaels, and Brett Jansch are renowned for raucous, sweat-soaked live shows built on loud guitars, anthemic sing-alongs, and community-first chaos. From house shows to sold-out rooms around the world, Dune Rats have earned their reputation as one of Australia’s most beloved and explosive live acts.

Expect new tracks, old favourites, and a proper pub show when Dune Rats hit The Northern – loud, loose, and exactly how it should be.