As the Superjesus continue to celebrate their long-awaited return with their national album tour, the Perth leg at The Carine on July 3rd, 2025, proved to be nothing short of explosive. Having already electrified crowds across the country, the iconic Aussie rockers delivered a high-octane performance that felt both nostalgic and also reminded everyone that sometimes a return brings with it new music just as powerful as that which made you fall in love in the first place.
The Carine, with its intimate yet buzzing atmosphere, served as the perfect backdrop for a night that was as much a celebration of the band’s legacy as it was a showcase of their powerful new material from their self-titled release. From the very first note, frontwoman Sarah McLeod commanded the stage with the same fiery energy that made Superjesus a household name in the late ’90s and early 2000s. But make no mistake in 2025 she is sounding better than she ever has and so is the band.
The night kicked off with Superjesus diving straight into tracks from the new album, which had already been received with enthusiasm during the earlier tour stops. Songs like “Starlight” which opened with a bang and “Money (We’re Only In It For Love)” sent an immediate surge of energy through the crowd. McLeod’s voice was as gritty and captivating as ever, but it was the raw emotion that resonated through the music that made these new tracks feel like instant classics. And when you hear songs like “Loneliness Is The New Black” you know that it is possible for a band to recapture he magic that made them so essential in the first place.
The interplay between the band members, especially the chemistry between McLeod and guitarist Stuart Rudd, was electric. Their seamless harmonies and tight riffs added weight to the night’s performance, and the songs barely months old, felt like ones you had loved for years. Tonight was the perfect balance of old and new, hitting a sweet spot that few bands can ever find.
In a set with so many highs it was almost impossible to pick favourite moments. To see the crowd react as they did to the new material was wonderful , and the second half of the set – songs cherry-picked from the back catalogue was sublime. You could cut the anticipation with a knife.
The already hyped-up crowd just exploded when they played “Gravity”, a track that sounds as essential tonight as ever. The song was met with an eruption of applause, and McLeod’s soaring vocals were on full display as she effortlessly hit those high notes, sending shivers down the spine of anyone within earshot. The juxtaposition between the band’s powerful, hard-hitting sound and McLeod’s emotive delivery created a dynamic that had the crowd hanging on every note.
The ‘hits’ selections were spot on tonight and iconic tracks like “Down Again,” “Now & Then,” and the timeless “Shut My Eyes” we’re just perfectly weighted. When the opening riff of “Down Again” hit, the room seemed to collectively lose its mind, with every lyric sung back by a sea of the devoted. It was almost religious! Superjesus are as relevant today as they ever have been, and can certainly rock with the best of them.
The crowd at The Carine tonight was an interesting mix of long-time Superjesus fans and newer listeners, even some who were hearing the band live for the first time. The energy in the room reflected this diversity: it was a crowd of loyalists, but also one full of curiosity and excitement for the band’s newest material. McLeod took time to interact with the audience between songs, sharing stories, cracking jokes, and giving thanks to the Perth crowd for their support over the years, after apologizing for leaving it so long to return.
The sheer joy and connection between the band and the audience were palpable, strangers smiled at strangers, friends danced with friends, and it seemed that everyone in the room was united in their equal appreciation for hearing the new songs played live and getting to relive the great days of the past in the second set.
By the time Superjesus wrapped up their set with a blistering rendition of “Gravity,” that saw the entire room sing along it was clear that the tour won’t just be the latest long awaited jaunt by the band, it could well be their finest hour. The band didn’t miss a beat: the songs were incredible, their stage presence full of fun, musically they nailed it, and their emotional connection with their audience didn’t waver for a second. The Carine was treated to a powerhouse performance that expertly blended the band’s gritty, high-energy rock roots with their new compositions which may prove to be the finest hour so far.
For anyone who has followed Superjesus over the years, or anyone yet to experience them live, their performance at The Carine was a testament to their enduring relevance in the Australian rock scene. If this show was any indication, the new album tour is only going to keep getting better and tomorrow night at The Rosemount might just bust into flame!
You have to admire a band that gets behind their new music and tonight couldn’t have been better. I have never seen a band come back from a hiatus, deliver a new album and play it in it’s entirety and keep the audience captivated from the first note. This was a powerful and electrifying performance from one of Australia’s finest rock bands. A night to remember, just like live music should be!
The Rockpit would like to thank Revolutions Per Minute & The Superjesus for the hospitality and media access.
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