Tour News - Shapeshifter celebrate 20 years of Soulstice with an 8-date NZ roadie - 24th March 2026
Aotearoa live drum-and-bass legends Shapeshifter are hitting the road this winter to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic album Soulstice.
Tracks like ‘Summer Haze,’ ‘New Day Come,’ ‘Electric Dream,’ and ‘One; helped define their early signature live sound and remain fan favourites in their sets to this day. The album’s lyrics explore timeless themes - overcoming adversity, positivity, and resilience - that continue to resonate with listeners.
“Soulstice was created during the lush, sun-drenched transition from bright summer to deep amber autumn. The foreshore of Kaikōura hosted us in a ramshackle Kiwi bach - the kind of place families would pack the car full to escape to over the holidays. As we hit the road this autumn and head into winter, we want to carry those feelings of creating Soulstice with us.” - Shapeshifter
The 8-date Soulstice 20th Anniversary Tour takes in Invercargill, Dunedin, Wānaka, Christchurch, Methven, Wellington, Whanganui, and New Plymouth, bringing their celebrated live show to theatres and halls across Aotearoa, revisiting towns they haven’t played in years and performing at many venues for the first time.
Shapeshifter continues: “A true Kiwi roadie - exploring our beautiful country and performing for our fans, new and old - thanks to the support of Waitomo.”
Making it even more special - some of these classic venues will be seated, giving fans a chance to experience Shapeshifter like never before.
May 7rh - Invercargill - The Civic * seated
May 8th - Dunedin - Dunedin Town Hall
May 9th - Wānaka - Lake Wānaka Centre
June 19th - Christchurch - Isaac Theatre Royal * seated
June 20th - Methven - Memorial Hall
July 23rd - Wellington - Meow Nui
July 24th - Whanganui - Royal Opera House * seated
July 25th - New Plymouth - TSB Theatre * seated
Joining them for the full Soulstice Roadie is the mesmerising upcoming female liquid drum & bass DJ, vocalist and selector Pearly.
TICKETS ONSALE: Wednesday 25th March, 10AM
For 24 hours only, Waitomo app customers get exclusive early access to tickets - plus the chance to win one of two epic limited-edition prize packs. How to enter: Simply grab your presale ticket via the Waitomo app 'Waitomo News' section to go in the draw! T+Cs apply https://waitomogroup.co.nz/waitomo-app
"As a 100-percent Kiwi-owned company, Waitomo is so stoked to be supporting iconic Aotearoa band Shapeshifter - it’s Kiwis supporting Kiwis! We’re proud as to back homegrown music, while doing everything we can to keep prices down for the good of our communities. That matters a lot in the current challenges we’re facing.”
Thursday 26 March, 10AM Ticketek presale (24-hour presale)
Friday 27 March, 10AM General Public on sale via Ticketek
