Paul Smith, Journalist

"The band hit just the right balance of nostalgia and 'the now'."

"There were a few touches of the old Silverchair frontman here and there (a sudden crotch grab, a bit of guitar wielding and a fair bit of strutting and posturing), Johns was, for the most part, fully immersed in his new work."

"There was even a small display of his magic skills."

"A hugely uplifting performance."

"Enjoyable load of nonsense."

Freelancer

Nick Cave relished the intimacy of his State Theatre show last night.

If seeing Bob Dylan live can be hit and miss, this Sydney show was most definitely a great big hit.

Playing unaccompanied highlighted the intimacy of his songwriting and the venue also perfectly reflected that.