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The Jezabels, Rhys Nicholson Lead Rottofest 2016 Line-up

Staff Writer

A massive first artist announcement for the WA event

Comedy and music will align off the coast of WA once again when Rottofest consumes Rottnest Island in September with headline sets from musos The Jezabels and Alex Lahey, comedians Steve Hughes, Rhys Nicholson and more.

One of the year’s biggest parties, the annual Rottnest Island festival will go down over 12 hours on Sept 17 with an eclectic mix of talent.

Here’s who you can catch at Rottofest 2016:

Music

The Jezabels, Alex Lahey, Bluejuice (DJ set), Morgan Bain, Teischa, Verge Collection, Great Gable, Ellie Schoen, NDORSE, Genga.

Comedy

Akmal Saleh, Steve Hughes, Rhys Nicholson, Neel Kolhatkar, Matt Dyktynski, Janelle Koenig, Suns of Fred, Comedians Vs Rappers, The Ashes Comedy Showdown.

First release tickets are on sale now via Rottofest’s website, and Rottnest Express will be offering discounted return ferries to and from the vent.

Check out our review of last year's event here.