Opal Ocean Release New Album ‘Temple of the Stars’ Ahead of March 2026 UK tour
Since their electrifying debut with the ‘Terra’ EP in 2015, Melbourne-based duo Opal Ocean, comprised of Alex Champ and Nadav Tabak, have taken the world by storm with their unique blend of instrumental music, combining high-octane Spanish guitar techniques and dynamic performances that make them sound like a full band.
A video of the pair busking their track “J.A.M.” on the streets of Melbourne went viral, garnering a staggering 50 million views across different social media platforms, launching them into the spotlight as one of the most exciting acts in modern instrumental music and their unmatched chemistry has led them to headline major events like the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2021, while also being invited to design their own ‘Opalburst’ and ‘Oceanburst’ guitars with Godin Guitars of Canada.
With intricate, psychedelic-tinged acoustic soundscapes, Opal Ocean released their debut album ‘Lost Fables’ in 2016, captivating audiences worldwide as they toured Canada, New Zealand, and Europe. Their follow-up album, ‘The Hadal Zone’ (2020), saw them collaborate with Dream Theater’s Jordan Rudess, further solidifying their reputation for pushing the boundaries of acoustic guitar music.
In 2022, they released the ‘Fish Food’ EP, reimagining tracks from legends like Joe Satriani, Pink Floyd, and System of a Down. They followed this up with a European tour, playing at hotspots like Spain, France, and Malta, headlining the Earth Garden Festival. The momentum only grew in 2023, when they dropped their live album and lit up stages across Australia and Europe, with a standout performance at Festival Bout du Monde in France. 2024 saw Opal Ocean conquer their first-ever European winter club tour in Germany to sold-out crowds, followed by a triumphant return to Canada’s Festival Guitare du Monde.
This Spring, Opal Ocean will be bringing their thrilling live performances to UK stages for the first time- combining raw energy, technical mastery, and rich sonic layers as they deliver shows that leave audiences in awe, often making it hard to believe it’s just two musicians on stage. The UK tour, which visits Brighton, Cardiff, Leamington Spa, London, Southampton, Cheltenham, Preston and Newcastle, comes alongside the release of Opal Ocean’s new album, ‘Temple of the Stars’.
Comprised of nine brand-new mind-bending virtuoso guitar tracks, ‘Temple of the Stars’ is the first album Opal Ocean have written and recorded entirely from home – between tours, between time zones, and between ever-evolving lifestyles. The music, like the artwork, reflects both an introspective and outward journey of who Opal Ocean are in 2026 and what their sound has become.
Opal Ocean UK Tour Dates 2026:
March 4: The Brunswick, Brighton
March 5: Acapela Studios, Cardiff
March 6: Temperance, Leamington Spa- SOLD OUT
March 7: Colours Hoxton, London
March 8: The Railway Inn, Winchester
March 10th– 13th– Kemble Brewery Inn, Cheltenham
March 14: The Continental, Preston
March 15: Cluny 2, Newcastle upon Tyne
Feature Image Photo Credit: Open Shutter Media
Get tickets for the UK tour now here: https://www.opalocean.com.au/shows
Opal Ocean’s new album ‘Temple of the Stars’ is out now.
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