Newly announced RUSH drummer ANIKA NILLES has announced her first ever Australian tour with her full six-piece fusion-prog band, Nevell.

German Anika Nilles is proof that it is never too late to start. She didn’t take up the sticks professionally until she turned 26, but she has never looked back since. From world tours with Jeff Beck, to her own sold out shows and multiple award wins, to reaching over 20 million views online for her creative and thrilling performances.

Playing with sophistication, style and a musical finesse that is rarely witnessed behind the drums, she is an inspiration to drummers around the world. Fierce and determined, she pours over her kit creating melodies through rhythmic complexities that normally sit within other sections of the band. Anika’s sound is a melting pot of influences ranging from Jazz, Funk, Rock, Pop, and anything in-between. Her vibrant personality as a performer is etched on her face as she explores every opportunity to build a new narrative from behind the drum riser.

This December Anika comes to Australia with her band Nevell to celebrate the release of her fourth album "False Truth“ and her last solo tour before embarking on a sold out arena tour with reunited prog legends RUSH in 2026.

Support comes from Australian virtuosos Brekky Boy, who will bring their comedic jazz-prog jams, fresh from touring Europe and supporting Snarky Puppy & Lettuce.