“It’s the best thing in the world and the reason we do what we do…”
“Seeing the smiles and seeing the positivity and seeing how in real time how our music can affect people. We’ve been a band for 17 years now and been playing music and touring for longer than that and that never gets old, even just thinking about it I just got chills…”
From Release: Southern California alt-metal powerhouse OF MICE & MEN return in May, as fierce as ever and armed with their legendary live show, unrelenting energy, fan-favourite anthems! From crafting colossal arena songs to delivering them with blistering precision and heart-pounding intensity, every member of OM&M commits fully: body and soul, to every note, every lyric, every show and every fan encounter. It is this uncompromising drive, paired with undeniable talent, that’s earned them over a Billion streams worldwide, Billboard #1 albums, Gold certifications, and personal tour invites from the likes of Metallica, Linkin Park, and Slipknot. Their return to Australia promises to be a cathartic celebration of resilience, unity, and the unbreakable bond with their global fanbase.
We caught up with Aaron and Valentino to talk about the return of the band to Australia, their relationship with us, their newest album, changes, evolution, and so much more…
Check out the full interview below
OF MICE & MEN + CRYSTAL LAKE May 2026 Australian Tour Dates
Tuesday 5th May – PERTH, Magnet House
Thursday 7th May – ADELAIDE, Lion Arts Factory
Friday 8th May – MELBOURNE, 170 Russell
Saturday 9th May – SYDNEY, Manning Bar
Sunday 10th May – BRISBANE, The Triffid
Tickets:
https://thephoenix.au/of-mice-and-men-2026-2/
Essential Information
From: Orange County, CA, USA
Band Members: Aaron Pauley – Bass / Vocals, Valentino Arteaga – Drums, Philip Manansala – Guitar, Alan Ashby – Guitar
Website: www.ofmiceandmenofficial.com
Latest Release: Another Miracle (Out Now – Century Media Records)
