Enter Shikari has been at the forefront of the alternative music scene for over two decades, pushing the boundaries of heavy music with their genre-defying blend of post-hardcore, electronic, and experimental sounds. Since forming in 2003 in St Albans, U.K., the band has become a sonic force, continually challenging the norm with politically charged lyrics and energetic live performances that have made them a festival favorite worldwide.
The band’s seven full-length albums—Take to the Skies (2007), Common Dreads (2009), A Flash Flood of Colour (2012), The Mindsweep (2015), The Spark (2017), Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible (2020), and A Kiss for the Whole World (2023)—have consistently pushed the envelope, each debuting in the U.K. Album Chart top 5 “midweeks.” In 2023, Enter Shikari finally achieved their first-ever U.K. Album Chart #1 with A Kiss for the Whole World, a record that reaffirms their place as one of the most innovative and important bands of their generation.
Enter Shikari has earned a reputation for their explosive live shows, collecting awards for ‘Best Live Band’ from prestigious outlets like Kerrang!, Rock Sound, and NME. With over 3000 live performances under their belts, including headline tours at major U.K. arenas and festivals like Slam Dunk Festival, they’ve shared stages with giants such as The Prodigy, Linkin Park, and 30 Seconds to Mars, continually leaving audiences in awe with their high-energy sets.
2023 has been another landmark year for Enter Shikari, marked by the release of their latest album A Kiss for the Whole World and their groundbreaking Residency Tour, which saw the band perform in five British cities repeatedly over the course of three months. Enter Shikari’s commitment to grassroots music is evident in their pledge to donate £1 from every ticket sale for their 2024 arena tour to the Music Venue Trust, supporting independent venues across the U.K.
Enter Shikari’s journey is one of innovation, passion, and unrelenting dedication to their craft. They have consistently broken barriers, melding genres and shaping the sound of modern heavy music with a message that resonates deeply in today’s world.
KNOTFEST AUSTRALIA 2025 DATES AND VENUES:
- Friday 28 February 2025 – Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne
- Sunday 2 March 2025 – Brisbane Showground, Brisbane
- Saturday 8 March 2025 – Centennial Park, Sydney
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