Tour News - Shai Hulud Announce Aotearoa Tour - January 2026

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Written By Megan Moss

Presented by Valhalla Touring

Following their triumphant reunion show with former vocalist Geert van der Velde at Furnace Fest 2024, legendary American progressive metalcore band Shai Hulud is thrilled to announce their return to the road in 2025. The upcoming world tour will mark Shai Hulud’s first extended run of shows in over a decade, featuring van der Velde on vocals along with two mainstays Matt Fox (guitar), who writes most of the band's musical and lyrical output, and Matt Fletcher (originally guitar, now bass).

Tour Dates:

14 January 2026 - Valhalla, Wellington

15 January 2026 - Whammy, Auckland

Ticket Sales:

https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/

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