Soundwave 2010 stars Placebo have announced two headline shows on their official website. In addition to playing each stop of the giant festival around the country, the masters of nasal-angst will regale their devotees in Sydney and Melbourne.

This year Placebo released its sixth album Battle For The Sun, with new recruit Steve Forrest on the skins. They’ve been touring heavily ever since, including a triumphant showing at the Reading and Leeds Festivals.

According to the Placebo website, these are the Soundwave sideshow dates. Tickets go on sale on Thursday 19 November.

Monday 22nd February – The Festival Hall, Melbourne
Wednesday 24th February – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney

Check out the new Placebo line-up playing Battle For The Sun cut Kitty Litter at Pink Pop Festival 2009.