Matt Hansen releases new single + video "Don't Look Back" + US dates

Soul-baring singer/songwriter Matt Hansen returns with new single “Don’t Look Back,” a soaring anthem that captures the electric rush of falling in love and the courage it takes to move forward. Built around his emotionally charged songwriting, “Don’t Look Back” continues his streak of deeply personal yet universal tracks, the same quality that has helped him amass over 1 billion global streams, 6.3 million monthly Spotify listeners, and a devoted audience of 3 million followers on TikTok. Listen/watch “Don’t Look Back” HERE!

“‘Don’t Look Back’ is a nod of encouragement,” Matt shares. “It is all the things you want to say to your partner when you’re falling in love. The ‘let’s do this, be my person’ talk in song form. It’s also a reminder to myself to keep leaning in and be accountable in all those same ways.”

The new single arrives as Matt kicks off his sold-out headline tour across Australia and New Zealand this week to close out 2025. In the new year, he’ll join global superstar Dean Lewis on his North American run, bringing his emotionally charged set to venues across the U.S. and Canada. The upcoming dates build on a foundation of major touring milestones, including headline shows across Europe and the U.S., as well as support slots for artists like Teddy Swims, Lauv, Train, and Alec Benjamin. See a full list of upcoming dates here and below. 

With fan favourite hits “Something to Remember,” (300M steams) “LET EM GO,” (300M streams) “yellowstone,” (50M streams) and most recent single “FOREVER AGAIN,” the 25-year-old singer/songwriter has carved out a space defined by raw emotion, universal storytelling, and genuine connection. Entirely independent, he’s built a global fanbase through his online presence and sold-out international tours, proving that authentic artistry can thrive outside traditional music structures.

Stay tuned for much more from Matt Hansen in 2026. 

MATT HANSEN 2025–2026 TOUR DATES

New Zealand + Australia

Oct 23 – Auckland, NZ @ Tuning Fork

Oct 25 – Sunshine Coast, AUS @ Strummingbird

Oct 26 – Melbourne, AUS @ Corner Hotel

Oct 28 – Adelaide, AUS @ Lion Arts Factory

Oct 29 – Sydney, AUS @ Manning Bar

Nov 1 – Newcastle, AUS @ Strummingbird

Nov 2 – Perth, AUS @ Strummingbird

North America

Jan 5 – Denver, CO @ Ogden

Jan 7 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Complex Rockwell

Jan 9 – Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre

Jan 10 – Del Mar, CA @ The Sound

Jan 12 – Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

Jan 14 – Los Angeles, CA @ Bellwether

Jan 15 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency

Jan 17 – Portland, OR @ Roseland

Jan 19 – Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo

Jan 20 – Vancouver, BC @ Orpheum

Jan 22 – Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle

Jan 23 – Edmonton, AB @ Midway

Jan 27 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings

Jan 29 – Minneapolis, MN @ Palace

Jan 30 – Chicago, IL @ Riviera

Feb 2 – Toronto, ON @ History

Feb 4 – Ottawa, ON @ Southam Hall

Feb 5 – Montreal, QC @ Place Bell

Feb 7–8 – Quebec City, QC @ Imperial Bell