Southern Sons are a household name in Australia, shaping the rock scene of the 90's with their poignant songs.
The 1990s saw the emergence of one of Aussie rock’s rising stars, Southern Sons. It’s hard to believe that their songs which swayed a generation across the decade are turning 35 years old.
To celebrate the original lineup are coming together to jump up on the road, playing shows under the Southern stars for audiences across regional centres in Australia. The tour starts at the end of January, rolling through 16 cities and wrapping up with a special show at Melbourne The Palms at Crown on 3 May.
Southern Sons 35 Anniversary Tour
- Friday 31 Jan Caloundra, QLD Events Centre, Kings Theatre
- Saturday 2 Feb Tweed Heads, NSW Twin Towns
- Friday 7 Feb Sale, VIC The Wedge
- Saturday 8 Feb Wonthaggi, VIC Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre
- Friday 21 Feb Warrnambool, VIC Lighthouse Theatre
- Saturday 22 Feb Ballarat, VIC Wendouree Performing Arts Centre
- Friday 28 Feb Wyong. NSW The Art House
- Saturday 1 March Thirroul, NSW Anita’s Theatre
- Friday 7 March South Morgang, VIC PRACC Yan Yean Theatre
- Saturday 8 March Frankston, VIC Arts Centre
- Friday 14 March Warragul, VIC West Gippsland Arts Centre
- Saturday 15 March Bendigo, VIC Ulumbarra Theatre
- Friday 21 March Launceston, TAS Country Club Showroom
- Saturday 22 March Hobart, TAS Wrest Point Showroom
- Saturday 12 April Perth, WA Astor Theatre
- Friday 2 May Wangaratta, VIC WPACC Alpine MDF Theatre
- Saturday 3 May Melbourne, VIC The Palms at Crown
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Original members Jack Jones, Geoff Cain, and Peter ‘Reggie’ Bowman will come together to deliver an unforgettable experience, featuring chart-topping classics that include ‘Hold Me In Your Arms’, ‘Heart in Danger’, ‘Always & Ever’ and many more.
Lead vocalist Jack Jones expresses his excitement, saying, “I’m proud of everything I’ve done, but Southern Sons is where it all started for me. The band represents a remarkable time in my life.” With the addition of Pete Drummond, renowned for his exceptional drumming skills Southern Sons’ promises an extraordinary future.
Southern Sons’ debut self-titled album received an ARIA nomination and soared to the top of the charts, captivating audiences with their rare rock sound. The release of their first single, ‘Heart in Danger’, in 1990 solidified their position as a formidable force in the music scene, dominating charts for years to come. Their 1992 album, Nothing But The Truth, continued their streak of success, featuring singles such as ‘Lead me To Water’ and ‘You Were There’. Additionally, three Southern Sons tracks were included in the acclaimed 1993 Sydney Dance Company production of Beauty & The Beast. The band’s third and final studio album, Zone, released in 1996, showcased a guest appearance by Men At Work’s Colin Hay on the lead single, ‘Don’t Tell Me What’s Right’.
Tickets to witness the Southern Sons return ae on sale now and can be picked up here.
