“Epitomising the phrase multiculturalism better than most”
- BBC
“The Cat Empire’s new era is a bold and vibrant reinvigoration of one of Australia’s most exciting bands.”
- Beat Magazine
Sounds
Aussie icons The Cat Empire catapulted into 2023 with a fresh new line-up of band members, with Felix Riebl and Ollie McGill continuing on the legacy, while preserving the vibrant energy and exhilarating musicality that fans adore.
In August 2023, they released their tenth studio album Where The Angels Fall which was met with great acclaim, debuting at #5 on the ARIA Charts, charting at #1 on the AMRAP Metro Charts for three consecutive singles, added to rotation at Double J, as well as features across The Today Show, The Project, ABC News Breakfast TV, Rage Guest Host, Triple M Homegrown, Playschool, Double J Artist in Residence, and Rolling Stone.
The Cat Empire illuminated stages across the globe, performing to sold-out crowds across Europe, UK, North America, and Australia. Their magnetic force captivating millions with their high energy performances and explosive sound and visuals.
In 2024, they set off on a massive 40-date world-wide tour across the UK, including Glastonbury Festival, Europe and North America, before heading home for a string of electrifying sold-out performances featuring their most beloved tunes and exuberant new music with Australian symphony orchestras in premiere venues across Sydney, Brisbane Adelaide, Hobart and Perth, selling more than 25,000 tickets across the country.
2025 has seen the The Cat Empire release their tenth studio album Bird in Paradise, which debuted at #2 on the ARIA charts, and marked a triumphant return to a more organic, "live in the room" sound. From the outset, the band made the bold decision to ditch the fragmented methods of modern production, opting instead to capture the magic of musicians playing together in the same space.
For fans, this album offers a refreshing callback to The Cat Empire’s earlier days, while showcasing the wisdom and musicality they’ve honed over two decades. It’s a testament to their ability to create worlds within their music—worlds that are expansive, colourful, and authentic. With Bird in Paradise, The Cat Empire prove they’re not just making music; they’re building a legacy that continues to surprise, inspire, and soar.
The Cat Empire will be touring Bird in Paradise across North America, Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom from June through October 2025.