“With a catalogue so robust we try to pull out all the stops, get the bangers from every era and then focus on the new album as well…”
From Release: Formed in Sacramento, California in 2005, Dance Gavin Dance – comprised of vocalist/guitarist Andrew Wells, co-vocalist Jon Mess, guitarist Will Swan and drummer Matthew Mingus – have long stood as one of alternative music’s most distinctive acts. A powerhouse of alternative music; true originals and originators alike, Dance Gavin Dance craft an exhilarating cacophony of sounds and disparate styles that harmonises everything from funk through metalcore to post-hardcore, pop sensibilities colliding with progressive, kaleidoscopic song structures.
We caught up with Andrew and Matt to talk about the bands return to Australia, set lists, their live show, fun memories of Australia, creating new music, and so much more…
Check out the full interview below
Destroy All Lines Presents
DANCE GAVIN DANCE AUSTRALIAN HEADLINE TOUR
With Special Guests The Fall of Troy + Galleons
November 2026
Friday 6 November – The Tivoli, Brisbane
Saturday 7 November – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
Sunday 8 November – Forum, Melbourne
Tuesday 10 November – The Gov, Adelaide
Thursday 12 November – Freo Social, Perth
For tickets and further information visit https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/dance-gavin-dance-2026
Essential Information
From: Sacramento, CA, USA
Band Members: Andrew Wells, Jon Mess, Will Swan, Matthew Mingus
Website: https://dancegavindanceband.com/
Latest Release: Pantheon (Out Now)
