By Jai “That Aussie Metal Guy” Anderson for Crannk.com
After two decades of captivating audiences across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, ROME, the brainchild of Luxembourg’s dark folk troubadour Jérôme Reuter, is finally bringing his singular sound to Australian shores.
Presented by Noir Planet, ROME’s first-ever Australian tour kicks off this August in celebration of his 20th anniversary as one of the most prolific and genre-defying artists in underground music.
🔥 A VOICE FOR THE WANDERING SPIRIT
For 20 years, Jérôme Reuter has carved a revered path through the underground with a sound that defies easy categorization. Often labeled dark folk, ROME seamlessly blends European folk, post-punk, industrial, and chanson into a strikingly intimate and powerful musical experience.
With over 20 full-length albums and a prolific run of EPs and singles, ROME’s catalog is as ambitious as it is diverse. His latest release, Civitas Solis, is a stirring, poetic journey steeped in philosophy, literature, and political reflection — a hallmark of his lyrical style, which draws inspiration from the likes of Brecht, Cioran, Burroughs, Jünger, and Hesse.
🎧 Listen to Civitas Solis on YouTube: ROME – Civitas Solis
🎧 Stream on Spotify: ROME – Civitas Solis
🎤 THE LIVE EXPERIENCE: RAW, HONEST, UNFORGETTABLE
ROME’s live shows are known for their emotional weight and artistic precision. Whether performing stripped-down acoustic sets or full-band electric hymns, Reuter crafts an atmosphere of poignant introspection and raw power.
With several new releases under his belt in 2025, this debut Australian run promises to be more than just a tour — it’s a milestone celebration with some very special guests along the way.
“I am extremely thrilled to finally have the opportunity to tour Australia and meet ROME’s loyal supporters there after 20 years.” — Jérôme Reuter
🇦🇺 AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES – AUGUST 2025
📍 Friday, August 22 – The Metro, Adelaide
w/ Isomer
🎟️ Tickets at the door
📍 Saturday, August 23 – The Evelyn, Melbourne
w/ The Veil, Wolf Arrow Rain, Sun Vessel
🎟️ Tickets coming soon
📍 Friday, August 29 – Crowbar, Brisbane
w/ King Dude
🎟️ Tickets coming soon
📍 Saturday, August 30 – The Vanguard, Sydney
w/ The Veil, Klavier Krieger, Sun Vessel
🎟️ TICKETS HERE via Moshtix
🖤 TWO DECADES OF POETIC DISSENT
For fans of Death in June, Leonard Cohen, Nick Cave, or Swans, ROME offers something truly profound: music that haunts, heals, and demands your attention.
Don’t miss your chance to witness one of underground music’s most revered voices in a rare and intimate setting. ROME’s first-ever Australian tour is not just a concert — it’s an event two decades in the making.
🔗 SOCIAL MEDIA PROMO POST
🖤 ROME – Dark Folk Icon from Luxembourg – Makes His Australian Debut!
For 20 years, Jérôme Reuter has captivated underground audiences with his powerful brand of poetic, political dark folk. Now, ROME is finally hitting Australian stages for the first time ever this August to celebrate 20 years of uncompromising artistry!
📀 New album Civitas Solis out now
🎧 Listen on YouTube | Spotify
🇦🇺 Catch ROME live in:
📍 Adelaide | 📍 Melbourne | 📍 Brisbane | 📍 Sydney – Tix: moshtix.com.au
Don’t miss this unforgettable tour from one of dark folk’s most respected voices.
