KISS first toured Australia on November 8, 1980, at the Entertainment Centre in Perth. They have returned for multiple tours, including the ‘End Of The Road’ tour in October 2023. Their concerts in cities like Adelaide, Sydney, and Newcastle show their lasting appeal and strong audience engagement in Australia. The setlist featured classic hits like … Read more
Leonard Cohen toured Australia in March 1980, January 20 to February 10, 2009, and November 6 to 24, 2013. In 2013, he performed in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, and Perth. The 2009 tour was part of his World Tour 2008-2009. In 1980, Cohen returned for a series of performances that further solidified his popularity. … Read more
Inskip Beach, near Fraser Island (K’Gari), has faced serious erosion and landslides. The most notable event happened in 2015 when parts of the beach, including campsites and vehicles, fell into the ocean. These changes result from ongoing environmental issues affecting the recreational area in Australia. The Inskip Beach Collapse has raised concerns about environmental impacts … Read more
Johnny Cash toured Australia in the early 1970s. He performed at Boggo Road Gaol in Brisbane in 1971 and 1973. These concerts are well-documented by Bill Eaddows, a retired prison officer. Eaddows is a reliable source of information about Cash’s performances at this unique venue in music history. In 1974, his tour expanded, and he … Read more
Genesis toured Australia from November 27 to December 2, 1986. They performed at key concert locations, including the Entertainment Centre in Sydney, the Boondall Centre in Brisbane, and Westlakes Oval in Adelaide. The tour featured a spectacular light show that enhanced audience engagement, making it a historical event. Genesis performed in major locations such as … Read more
Glen Campbell toured Australia in 1974. During this tour, he heard Larry Weiss’ version of a song. Campbell’s hit “Rhinestone Cowboy” climbed into the top 10 of the Hot 100 on October 4, 1975. This song has since featured in popular TV shows like “Desperate Housewives” and films such as “Daddy Day Care” and “High … Read more
Everton last visited Australia in 1987. During this football tour, they played matches in Melbourne and Sydney. This visit marked their return since 1964. The club’s international tours strengthen their connection with fans and highlight their memorabilia and history in global football events. In their last Australian visit in 1986, the team participated in a … Read more
Fleetwood Mac toured Australia during their “On With The Show World Tour” in 2015. The tour took place from August 9 to August 20, featuring performances in Perth and Brisbane. This followed the cancellation of their 2013 Australian tour, which was due to bassist John McVie’s cancer diagnosis. Importantly, these tours also served as a … Read more
Dire Straits toured Australia during the Brothers in Arms Tour, from April 25, 1985, to April 26, 1986. This tour promoted their fifth album, Brothers in Arms, released in May 1985. The tour included notable performances, with a final concert held in Sydney, Australia. Their second visit occurred in 1991 as part of their “On … Read more
Eric Clapton last toured Australia and New Zealand in January 2007. His tour featured concerts in major cities like Sydney and Melbourne. Clapton is renowned for his guitar skills and has a long history of touring Australia, further solidifying his status as a legendary musician. Clapton’s set lists during these tours often included a mix … Read more