If you thought 2026 was going to quieten down, you’ve got another thing coming. The Metal Cowboy himself – the legendary Ron Keel – has just blown the doors wide open by announcing his Live The Rock 2026 Australian Tour. That’s right, heavy rock royalty is heading Down Under, and he is bringing a whole lot of denim, leather, and face-melting anthems with him.
For decades, Keel has been the gold standard of arena-ready vocals and pure rock power, from his days fronting Steeler and KEEL to his powerhouse solo work. This tour promises to be a masterclass in classic rock swagger, but it gets even better. A tour this massive needs a support act that can match that high-octane energy, so Ron Keel is bringing along none other than the Ratchet Dolls, touring Australia for the very first time.
If you haven’t witnessed Ratchet Dolls’ dirty, gritty, modern take on hard rock, you are in for a treat. These guys are absolutely relentless on stage, making them the perfect fuel to fire up the crowd before Keel takes the stage to show everyone how it’s done. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a full-throttle celebration of everything we love about rock music. Expect big riffs, screaming guitar solos, and a crowd singing along to every word.
LIVE THE ROCK AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026
21/11 – REVS UPSTAIRS Prahran, Victoria TIX
22/11 – SCOTTIES GARAGE Seaford, Victoria TIX
26/11 – BRIDGE HOTEL Sydney, NSW TIX
27/11 MO’S DESERT CLUBHOUSE Burleigh Heads, QLD TIX
28/11 THE BACK ROOM Brisbane, QLD TIX
Tickets and more information ronkeel.com
