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Rüfüs⁤ Du Sol’s Tour Shatters Electronic ⁢Music Sales Records

LOS ANGELES, CA – Rüfüs Du Sol has cemented its place in music history, achieving the⁣ highest-grossing ‍electronic music tour of all time. The‌ Australian trio’s ‌recent run concluded with over 750,000 tickets ‌sold globally, ⁣generating over $95 million in revenue, according to⁢ Billboard. This milestone underscores the band’s growing international appeal ⁣and signals a new benchmark for‍ success within the electronic dance music landscape.

The tour’s success ‌follows years of dedicated fanbase building and critically acclaimed album releases, culminating in a demand ⁣that propelled Rüfüs Du ⁢Sol to the forefront of ‌live electronic music. The band’s ability to connect with audiences through immersive live​ experiences has been a key driver ⁤of their ascent. They are currently planning further tour dates, including February shows and a European leg in the spring, culminating in a performance at London’s The O2 on May 13, 2026.

The tour ⁤wasn’t without incident. ⁤During an August ⁢show ‌in ⁤Los⁣ Angeles, a⁣ fan was arrested following an alleged assault on three ⁢attendees. A⁢ woman posted‌ to Instagram alleging she was punched‌ in the face and continued to ⁤be attacked after accidentally spilling a drink on a man.

Rüfüs Du sol responded to ‍the incident with a statement shared on their Instagram Story, calling the violence “devastating.” “Delivering moments to our fans to gather and celebrate safely ⁣is what we live for,” the band wrote. “This type of behavior is fully unacceptable anywhere,and the fact that this happened at one of our shows was ⁣devastating to learn about.” They encouraged anyone‍ with facts to contact ‌the Pasadena Police ​Department, who ⁣were actively investigating the situation.

Despite ​the incident, the tour’s‍ overall success highlights Rüfüs Du Sol’s‌ continued momentum and solidifies their position⁢ as a leading force in contemporary electronic music.

The ⁢xx’s Romy Reflects on a‍ Decade Removed From ‌Band’s Origins

LONDON – Reflecting on the passage⁤ of time, Romy Madley Croft of the band the xx ​recently acknowledged how distant 2009-the year‌ her group first⁢ gained prominence-now‍ feels.The musician, currently forging a solo career alongside continued collaborations with ⁣bandmates Jamie xx and Oliver sim, ​highlighted the evolution of both ​her personal and artistic journey since ⁤the⁤ band’s‍ inception.

the ‌sentiment arrives as⁣ Romy continues to ⁢release new music, including the recent single “Love Who You Love,” described ‍as a “proudly queer love‍ song” and a closing chapter to her ⁣2023​ debut album Mid​ Air. This ⁣follows a period of prolific ‌output,⁢ encompassing the Mid Air (Transcendence Remixes) EP and collaborations with artists like Sampha⁣ and Jessie Ware. The band’s initial success‌ in 2009, marked by a minimalist sound ⁣and introspective lyrics, resonated with a generation and established The xx as a defining voice ‍of indie music. now, over ⁢a decade later, Romy’s⁣ solo work and continued collaborative ⁢efforts demonstrate a broadening of‌ creative horizons⁣ while maintaining connections ​to her musical roots.

Last year, Romy rejoined Jamie xx and Oliver Sim on the ⁢latter’s single⁣ ‘Waited All Night,’ a reunion they also showcased live ⁤during Jamie xx’s LIDO⁣ Festival headline ​set. Romy ⁤stated that “Love Who You ⁢Love” had‌ been “in her care” since 2020,​ signifying a deliberate and personal approach to its release.‌ Her 2023 album Mid ⁤Air received critical ​acclaim, further ‌solidifying her ⁢transition as a compelling solo artist.