Quicksand (USA)

About this event

New York post-hardcore legends QUICKSAND return to New Zealand in February 2027 for two shows across Auckland and Wellington, joined by Atlanta noise-rock heavyweights WHORES.

The tour follows the release of Quicksand’s new album Bring on the Psychics and their long-awaited return to New Zealand in 2023.

Formed in New York City in 1990, Quicksand emerged from the city’s hardcore scene before carving out a sound entirely their own. Landmark albums Slip and Manic Compression helped define their distinctive collision of crushing guitars, melody and atmosphere, influencing generations of alternative, post-hardcore and heavy music.

In 2027, Quicksand return with Bring on the Psychics, adding a new chapter to that catalogue alongside the songs that have made the band so enduring.

Joining Quicksand across both New Zealand shows are Atlanta noise-rock heavyweights WHORES.

Known for punishing riffs, abrasive intensity and ferocious live shows, Whores. return Down Under for the first time since touring Australia and New Zealand in 2022.

NEW ZEALAND 2027

Fri 19 Feb — Auckland — Double Whammy

Sat 20 Feb — Wellington — San Fran

Presale registration: waxstartouring.com/show/quicksand-usa/

Presale: Friday 9 October, 10am

General on sale: Monday 12 October, 10am

San Fran holds a Supervised License. Minors are welcome to attend events at San Fran so long as they are accompanied by a legal guardian at all times whilst at the venue.

On the programme

Quicksand