Maroon 5 heading down under for whirlwind tour

The hitmakers are bringing Evermore and The Cab along for the ride, which at the time of writing will include two shows in Sydney and Melbourne.

The group has won three Grammys and will release its new album, Overexposed, this week.

Maroon 5 last toured Australia in 2011 and their star has continued to rise since, thanks to huge hits like "Payphone" and "Moves Like Jagger".

Tickets are available to the general public Tuesday July 3 at 9am local time.

Maroon 5 Australian tour dates 2012:

Friday October 12 - Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
Saturday October 13 - Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney