FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER 2016: Australian music icon, John Farnham, is set to perform at The Royal Hobart Regatta, in what promises to be a highly-memorable show. He will be joined by very special guest - none other than music legend, Jon Stevens.
John Farnham is still regarded by his peers as the best singer Australia has produced and indicative of that is his recent ARIA performance, which had all demographics completely mesmerised. Drawing on the phenomenal songbook from his stellar four decade-long career, 19-time ARIA Award winner and all-round top bloke, John Farnham continues to be “The Voice” of Australian music, thrilling audiences with his onstage charisma and those unforgettable vocals. Whether it’s the hits from his landmark 80s albums Whispering Jack and Age Of Reason like You’re The Voice, Two Strong Hearts, Pressure Down, A Touch Of Paradise, Chain Reaction, That’s Freedom or his earlier material Sadie The Cleaning Lady, One and Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head, there are few Australian performers who are as adored as ‘Farnsy’. For a man who has sold more tickets, more albums and notched up more achievements than any other Australian musician, performing live is still an absolute joy.
For over 30 years, Jon Stevens has had a remarkable career as a singer, songwriter and performer. His achievements have included ARIA chart-topping success as the frontman of legendary Australian band, Noiseworks, joining INXS as the ‘’seven member’’, and maintaining a successful solo career as one of the country’s foremost touring artists. Jon has just released his first solo album in four years, “Woman”. Produced by long-time collaborator Sam Lervasi, Jon will be showcasing “Woman’’ together with many legendary songs spanning his amazing career.
John Farnham last performed in Hobart with sold-out show in 2009. Fans can expect to enjoy a show by an Australian icon, regarded by his peers as the foremost vocalist in the country. Says the Promoter “I am delighted to be working with the Hobart Regatta. It will be a massive long weekend with John Farnham concert, The Regatta and The Wooden Boat Festival. It will be a peak period for tourists. Hobart will be overflowing with activity.”
Says the team from Regatta, “The Royal Hobart Regatta is delighted to partner with Charles Touber Productions as well as Zaccaria Concert and Touring on this exciting show. It will be great to have the legendary John Farnham on stage on the Cenotaph Lawns - a fantastic addition to this iconic family event.”
Alongside the concert, a great Regatta program is planned on the River Derwent including power boats, rowing, sailing, Trans Derwent Swim and a Guinness World Record attempt for kayaks. Aerial displays are headlined by the Roulettes, a Stan Tilley aerobatic display and Jethro Nelson with his World War 11 Harvard. The Regatta will also feature a sail-by of boats displayed at The Wooden Boat festival. This will be a very special day for everyone and a very relaxed event: people can bring their own picnic hampers and will have the choice of premium seats in front of the stage as well as general admission tickets, where they can stretch out on the lawns and enjoy some of the best entertainment in the country.
Experience the best of what Australia has to offer on one stage, with these two music legends, whom will be sure to give Tasmanian audiences their fix of prestigious Australian music.
Be sure to get in quick – this is the perfect Christmas gift And don’t miss the best event of the Summer! Proudly presented by Charles Touber & Zaccaria
Sunday, 12th February, 2017 The Cenotaph Lawns - Hobart, Tasmania
Tickets on sale Friday 16th December at 9.00am www.ticketmaster.com.au
For full tour information, please visit: www.zaccariaconcerts.com.au
For all publicity enquiries, please contact: Leanne Menard - Menard PR [email protected] 03) 9689 0215 or 0438 233 100