Over 90 Massive Events Have Been Confirmed For Victoria

A slew of international heavyweights and local legends have been confirmed for over 90 events across Victoria in the coming months.

The state’s ALWAYS LIVE initiative, which saw Foo Fighters perform a last-minute stadium show in Geelong back in March and will welcome Billy Joel in December, has confirmed more than 150 artists, including UK superstar Dua Lipa, who will perform an exclusive show at the iconic Palais Theatre on October 3.

Meanwhile, Crowded House will play Gateway Lakes on the banks of the mighty Murray River, joined by Angus & Julia Stone and Boy & Bear, as local legends Sampa The Great, Jessica Mauboy, Yothu Yindi, The Teskey Brothers, Briggs, Frente, Magic Dirt, Kate Ceberano, The Black Sorrows and stacks more announce events.

Other internationals gracing the bill include the likes of Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Claptone, Toro y Moi and Big Thief.

The latest batch of artists join previously confirmed ALWAYS LIVE talent Nick Cave & Warren Ellis, Khruangbin, Tash Sultana, Baker Boy, Middle Kids and more.

“It’s exciting to see the program for ALWAYS LIVE bought to life, a new major event which reaffirms Victoria as the music state of Australia and Melbourne as one of the leading music cities of the world,” ALWAYS LIVE Chairman Matt Gudinski said. 

“ALWAYS LIVE was a dream my late father had to reassure our states’ live music roots and I am proud to be part of the team making it a reality. Featuring over 180 artists, 90 events and engaging 65 industry partners, Always Live is a key part of reinvigorating Victoria through the power of live music. 

“Whether it’s Billy Joel at the MCG, Dua Lipa at the Palais Theatre, Nick Cave at Hanging Rock or one of the many unique events which make up the program, Victoria is the place to be if you love live music.”

ALWAYS LIVE Programming Director Emily Ulman added: “It has been my honour to work with the music community to dream up this ALWAYS LIVE program. The enormous offering that we present today reflects the energy and atmosphere of contemporary live music in Victoria, and further positions Melbourne and Victoria as the live music capital of Australia. 

“We are thrilled to be collaborating with our many talented industry and community partners to curate an event that will attract global attention to our beloved world-class Victorian scene. I am proud to present this, the first-ever ALWAYS LIVE program.”

For the full program, head to the ALWAYS LIVE website.