Perth Music

For the first time in fifteen years John Mellencamp will tour Australia and New Zealand.  The legendary singer songwriter who has sold nearly 2 million units in Australia over his outstanding career is back. John will perform his hits as well as debuting material from his brand new album ‘Life, Death, Love & Freedom‘ on July 12th, 2008.

John will bring with him his legendary touring band; Mike Wancic - his veteran guitarist of 30 years, Troye Kinnett on Keyboards, Miriam Sturm on violin, Dane Clark on drums, Andy York on guitar and John Gunnell on bass.

Joining John on tour will be special guest Sheryl Crow. Returning to Australia for the first time since 1997, Sheryl will also perform her hits; All I Wanna Do, If It Makes You Happy plus feature material from her album ‘Detours‘ released earlier this year through Universal Music.   There will also be a Sheryl Crow Live DVD released through the Soundstage imprint, distributed by Liberator in Australia to coincide with the tour announcement.

Finally, Shane Nicholson has been added as special guest at the Australian indoor shows. Shane first came to prominence with Brisbane band Pretty Violet Stain, he then recorded and has released two solo albums; ‘It’s a Movie‘ in 2003 & ‘Faith & Science‘ in 2006. Most recently Shane co-wrote, performed and co-produced the number one Australian album ‘Rattlin Bones‘ with his wife and music partner Kasey Chambers.

Tickets on sale for all events on Monday July 7th.

Sat 15th November - An Evening On The Green - Sandalford, WA
Special guest: Toby
Wed 19th November - Adelaide Entertainment Centre, SA
Fri 21st November - Rod Laver Arena - Melbourne, Vic
Sat 22nd November - A Day On  The Green - Rochford Wines, Yarra Valley, Vic
Special guest: The Vandas
Tue 25th November - Brisbane Entertainment Centre, QLD
Fri 28th November - Acer Arena - Sydney, NSW
Sat 29th November - A Day On The Green - Bimbadgen Estate, Hunter Valley,  NSW
Special guest: Felicity Urquhart
Wed 3rd December - Vector Arena, Auckland, New Zealand
Special guest: Gin Wigmore
Sat 6th December - A Day On The Green - Alana Estate Winery, Wellington NZ
Special guest: Gin Wigmore
Sun 7th December - A Day On The Green - Mudhouse Winery, Christchurch NZ
Special guest: Gin Wigmore

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