Matchbox Twenty announces Australian tour in October 2012

With their latest single, "She's So Mean", Rob Thomas and co. have shot back up the charts, where they first reigned in the early 2000s with hits like "3am", "Bent" and "Unwell".

They release their new album, North - the first original record from the group in a decade - on August 31.

This will be the band's sixth Australian tour and they'll be sure to bust out all the hits, as well as songs from the new album which will no doubt become favourites.

Matchbox Twenty is joined on this tour by Aussie legends INXS, fronted by new vocalist Ciaran Gribbin. They will perform for one hour, showcasing their hits and celebrating the 25th anniversary of their classic album, KICK.

Tickets for all shows are on sale 9am Friday August 31.

Matchbox Twenty Australian tour dates 2012:

Saturday October 20 - Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
Thursday October 25 - AIS Arena, Canberra
Saturday October 27 - Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
Sunday October 28 - Entertainment Centre, Brisbane NEW SHOW - ON SALE 10AM THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27
Tuesday October 30 - Entertainment Centre, Sydney
Wednesday October 31 - Entertainment Centre, Sydney NEW SHOW - ON SALE 10AM THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27
Saturday November 3 - Hope Estate, Hunter Valley
Tuesday November 6 - WIN Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
Thursday November 8 - Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
Sunday November 11 - Perth Arena, Perth