Parkway Drive Announce Monumental Sydney Opera House Show with Full Orchestra
Frontman Winston McCall shared his excitement about this monumental performance, saying, "Australia has always been at the heart of our journey. From the beginning, it shaped us into who we are. So, it is with great pride that we present this unique performance—Parkway Drive like you’ve never seen or heard before, accompanied by a full symphonic orchestra at the Sydney Opera House. One night, one performance, and a celebration of where we come from."
This performance follows the band’s recent 20th Anniversary Tour, which sold over 65,000 tickets across Australian arenas. The tour’s massive success is now the subject of a newly released documentary, offering fans an inside look at Parkway Drive’s journey, evolution, and the grand scale of their latest production.
As Parkway Drive prepares for this rare event in their home country, fans should seize the opportunity to witness the band’s boundary-pushing musical vision before they head off to Europe for an extensive tour running from September to November. With millions of global fans, three ARIA No. 1 albums, and six Gold-certified records, Parkway Drive continues to break new ground, proving time and again that they are reshaping what it means for an Australian heavy band to succeed. Now, they’re bringing their boldest performance yet to the iconic Sydney Opera House.
On June 9th, Parkway Drive, the renowned heavy metal band from Byron Bay, will take center stage at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall for an unforgettable one-night-only orchestral performance in celebration of the venue’s 50th anniversary. This marks an extraordinary milestone for a band that began in Australia’s underground metal scene before achieving international fame as a headliner at major festivals. Known for their explosive energy, powerful riffs, and elaborate live shows – including their signature flaming drum cage and fire-filled performances – Parkway Drive is now adding an entirely new layer to their music.
For this special event, the band will perform some of their most iconic tracks, reimagined with a full symphony orchestra. The performance will blend their heavy sound with lush orchestral arrangements, introducing symphonic elements that enhance their already dynamic music. Fans can expect dramatic strings harmonizing with Winston McCall’s signature growls, orchestral crescendos elevating the anthemic choruses, and their intense breakdowns being amplified by the live orchestra’s power.
