Papa Roach Frontman Talks New Music During Global Tour

The two-time Grammy-nominated band is bringing three decades of rock to Australian arenas.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:22pm

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A dynamic, abstract illustration featuring jagged black shapes and vibrant red and white colors, conveying the raw power and energy of a veteran rock band performing live on stage.Papa Roach's decades-long rock legacy continues to resonate with audiences worldwide as the band tours with new music.Vacaville Today

Papa Roach, the two-time Grammy-nominated band from Vacaville, California, is currently on a global tour with stops in Australia. During the tour, frontman Jacoby Shaddix discussed the band's new music, including their latest single 'Even If It Kills Me (Wake Up)' which has reached #1 on the rock charts in America.

Why it matters

Papa Roach has been a fixture in the rock music scene for over 30 years, with hits like 'Infest' that launched them into mainstream success. The band's continued success and new music releases demonstrate their longevity and relevance in the industry.

The details

Papa Roach is currently on the Big Rock Tour with A Day To Remember and LandmVRKS, with shows scheduled in Australia and New Zealand. Frontman Jacoby Shaddix revealed the band has been working on new music, including their latest single 'Even If It Kills Me (Wake Up)' which has reached #1 on the rock charts in America. The band has also raised over $250,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention through their mental health advocacy work.

  • The Big Rock Tour started on April 4 in Perth, Australia.
  • The tour will have shows on April 8 in Melbourne, April 10 in Sydney, and April 12 in Brisbane.
  • The tour will conclude on April 15 in Auckland, New Zealand.

The players

Papa Roach

A two-time Grammy-nominated rock band from Vacaville, California that has been active for over 30 years.

Jacoby Shaddix

The frontman of Papa Roach who discussed the band's new music during their global tour.

A Day To Remember

A Florida-based rock band that is joining the lineup for the Big Rock Tour.

LandmVRKS

A French rock band that is also part of the Big Rock Tour lineup.

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What they’re saying

“A bunch of new music. We've been writing new music, and we've got something that we're really excited about.”

— Jacoby Shaddix, Frontman of Papa Roach

The takeaway

Papa Roach's continued success and new music releases after over 30 years in the industry demonstrate the band's longevity and relevance in the rock music scene. Their global tour and mental health advocacy work further solidify their status as a veteran rock act.