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Headweck Signs Global Deal, Embarks on European Tour
20 May
Summary
- Headweck, a nu-metal band from Brisbane, signed with EMPIRE.
- The band is currently on their first European tour, supporting Paledusk.
- They released a new single, "Raindrops," following their recent label signing.
Nu-metal band Headweck, hailing from Brisbane, has officially joined the EMPIRE label, a prominent independent music company known for nurturing artists like Kendrick Lamar and Anderson .Paak. This signing makes Headweck the first in their genre to be represented by EMPIRE.
To commemorate this milestone, Headweck has launched their inaugural European tour, performing across the UK and the continent. This tour is in support of fellow band Paledusk and includes a performance at Download Festival 2026. During this tour, they also released their latest single, "Raindrops."
Frontman Connor Hickman expressed excitement about the partnership, noting EMPIRE's support for artistic authenticity. The band, composed of Hickman, Jamo Benadie, Dayne Paix, and Colby Horton, previously sold out their debut headline tour in Australia and has garnered recognition as a triple j Unearthed Forecast Artist. The band is also hinting at potential U.S. tour dates later in 2026.
