Ed Sheeran is currently touring Australia with his Loop Tour, after kicking things off with sold-out shows in Sydney and now wrapping up with a final run in Melbourne from February 26 to 28. The chart-topping British singer-songwriter is known for packing his setlists with a blend of old and new hits, heartfelt ballads and high-energy numbers, and fans can expect much of the same on the Australian run. Brush up on the lyrics before the lights go down — here’s a look at what concertgoers can expect from the setlist, plus supporting acts, and more.
Which songs will Ed Sheeran perform in Australia?
Fresh off the New Zealand, Perth and Sydney legs of the tour, Sheeran’s Brisbane and Sydney shows are expected to follow a similar format, covering early breakout tracks to newer material from his latest album. Known for performing solo with his loop pedal setup, fans can look forward to plenty of singalong moments and crowd favourites throughout the night. Based on recent performances, these are the songs you are likely to hear on the setlist:
- You Need Me, I Don’t Need You
- Sapphire
- Castle On The Hill
- Shivers
- The A Team
- Don’t
- Eyes Closed
- Give Me Love
- Galway Girl
- Nancy Mulligan
- I Don’t Care
- Old Phone
- Opening
- Camera
- Celestial
- Photograph
- Thinking Out Loud
- Perfect
- I See Fire
- Symmetry
- Bloodstream
- Afterglow
- Shape Of You
- Azizam
- Bad Habits
Who are Ed Sheeran’s supporting acts in Australia?
A trio of artists will warm up the crowd before Sheeran takes the stage, including Aussie singer-songwriter Vance Joy, pop artist Mia Wray and Dublin-born musician Aaron Rowe.
Doors are scheduled to open from 4pm, with support acts taking to the stage in the early evening. Sheeran is expected to hit the stage around 7.30pm in Melbourne, but arriving early is your safest bet if you don’t want to miss a moment. Missed out on tickets? You could still nab some, head here to check availability.