New Bloom Fest 2025 Feat. Basement & Drain Announced – Spotlight Report

Bringing the golden age of DIY hardcore shows and all things alternative into a modern setting, in 2025 Australia will play home once again to the freshest up-and-coming artists in the scene with the return of NEW BLOOM FEST, a curated touring festival showcasing all things alt rock, post-hardcore, grunge, punk, and everything in between.

Following its hugely successful inaugural year in 2024, including a sold out Melbourne event, NEW BLOOM FEST is back with a sweltering round two for 2025 in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, headlined by British brooding rock heroes BASEMENT, and joined by hypnotic American icons BALANCE AND COMPOSURE, California hardcore punks DRAIN, melodic indie heavy hitters ONE STEP CLOSER and the debut Australian performances for innovative emo mavericks SWEET PILL, and Washington post-hardcore bohemians GLITTERER.

With NEW BLOOM FEST once again set to flaunt the incredible next generation of stars in the scene under one roof. Stay tuned for a second announcement where they’ll reveal a bunch of Australian artists that will join the festivities for each respective city.

With a torrent of talent locked in for 2025, get set to once again experience the latest and greatest talent from the alternative and punk scene – be sure to secure your spot for NEW BLOOM FEST and we’ll see you in the pit!