DZ Deathrays Unveil New Single ‘First Night Fever’ Ahead of UK/EU Black Rat Anniversary Tour

Iconic Australian psych-punk trio DZ Deathrays have just dropped their latest single, First Night Fever, as they gear up for the UK/EU leg of their 10th-anniversary tour celebrating their critically acclaimed album Black Rat. The new track captures the intensity and excitement of kicking off a big weekend, DZ drummer, Simon Ridley describing it as an anthem for those who “come in red hot” on the first night of festivities.

“It’s that special kind of feeling you get when you really wanna just lean into the weekend with your friends as soon as you catch up. A song for those who come in red hot on the first night.” – Simon Ridley, DZ Deathrays.

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First Night Fever taps into the anticipation and energy that can easily send the night into chaos—perfectly fitting for a band known for their high-energy live shows and riotous spirit. The release sets the stage for their upcoming tour, where DZ Deathrays will mark a decade since the release of Black Rat, an album that helped solidify their reputation in the global rock scene.

Since their debut with Bloodstreams, DZ Deathrays have remained a cornerstone of Australian rock, performing at major festivals like Splendour in the Grass and Reading & Leeds. With a discography that spans five studio albums, including their acclaimed Positive Rising series, DZ Deathrays continue to prove they are a force to be reckoned with both at home and abroad.

BLACK RAT ANNIVERSARY TOUR UK/EU 2024

Fri 18 Oct – Future Yard – Birkenhead
Sat 19 Oct – Jarred Up Festival – Sheffield
Sun 20 – Exchange – Bristol
Tue 22 Oct – Stereo – Glasgow
Wed 23 Oct – Yes – Manchester
Thu 24 Oct – Key Club – Leeds
Fri 25 Oct – Green Door Store – Brighton
Sat 26 Oct – La Java – Paris
Tue 29 Oct – Rock Cafe – Prague
Wed 30 Oct – Urban Spree – Berlin
Thu 31 Oct – Vera – Groningen
Fri 1 NOV – The Underworld – London
Sat 2 Nov – The Craufurd Arms – Milton Keynes