New Zealand\u2019s acclaimed indie-rock outfit The Beths have made their long-awaited U.S. late-night television debut, performing the title track from their latest album Straight Line Was A Lie on Jimmy Kimmel Live! The appearance marks another major milestone for the Auckland quartet, who are currently riding high on the success of their fourth studio record and are set to bring their biggest-ever Australian headline tour to fans in April 2026.<\/p>\n
The Beths, Elizabeth Stokes (vocals\/guitar), Jonathan Pearce (guitar), Benjamin Sinclair (bass), and Tristan Deck (drums), have spent the better part of the last decade building a reputation as one of the most dependable forces in indie rock. Their sound, anchored by Stokes\u2019 whip-smart lyricism and bright, hook-laden melodies, has consistently earned praise from both critics and fans alike. With Straight Line Was A Lie, released in August 2025 via ANTI-, The Beths have taken a bold creative leap.<\/p>\n
The band\u2019s Kimmel performance of Straight Line Was A Lie showcased their trademark blend of emotional honesty and musical precision. The track sets the tone for an album that explores themes of renewal, introspection, and creative rediscovery.<\/p>\n
Between 2022\u2019s Expert In A Dying Field and Straight Line Was A Lie, Stokes faced what she described as one of the most challenging writing periods of her career. Grappling with writer\u2019s block and personal transformation, she dismantled her usual creative process to find new ways forward. The result is an album that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant-an exploration of change, healing, and the messiness of being human. \u201cLiz Stokes is a master of the crunchy, three-minute earworm that smooshes happy and sad together into a delicious pop PB&J,\u201d Brooklyn <\/p>\n
The Straight Line Was A Lie world tour kicked off in Europe earlier this year and will continue through North America before landing in Australia in April 2026. This run will see The Beths perform in some of the country\u2019s most beloved venues, marking their first Australian shows since their sold-out 2025 run.<\/p>\n
THE BETHS \u2013 AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026<\/p>\n
Tickets available now via Handsome Tours<\/a><\/p>\n Friday 17 April \u2013 The Gov, Kaurna Land, Adelaide Straight Line Was A Lie \u2013 Tracklisting Stay updated with your free Noise11.com daily music news email alert. Subscribe to Noise11 Music News here<\/a><\/p>\n Be the first to see NOISE11.com\u2019s newest interviews and special features on YouTube. See things first\u2014Subscribe to Noise11 on YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n Visit Noise11.com<\/a><\/p>\n Follow Noise11.com on social media: Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n Facebook \u2013 Comment on the news of the day<\/a><\/p>\n X (Twitter)<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n
Saturday 18 April \u2013 Astor Theatre, Whadjuk Noongar Land, Perth
Thursday 23 April \u2013 The Tivoli, Jagera Turrbal Land, Brisbane
Friday 24 April \u2013 Roundhouse, Gadigal Land, Sydney
Saturday 25 April \u2013 Forum, Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung Land, Melbourne<\/p>\n
Straight Line Was A Lie
Mosquitoes
No Joy
Metal
Mother, Pray For Me
Til My Heart Stops
Take
Roundabout
Ark Of The Covenant
Best Laid Plans<\/p>\n
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