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John Butler Trio, Missy Higgins & The Waifs, together for a special evening of music under the stars in Brisbane.
Three of Australia’s most captivating live bands, John Butler Trio, Missy Higgins & The Waifs, will come together exclusively for their Brisbane fans for a unique night of music under the stars. This special concert event will take place in the picturesque surrounds of the Brisbane Riverstage on Sunday January 31st.
Each band holds a deep mutual respect for one another and are thrilled to come together to perform on the same stage. It has been over a decade since these three artists have shared a stage together. The last time being 2005’s “Wave Aid” Tsunami Relief concert at the Sydney Cricket Ground which raised millions of dollars for the communities who suffered from the tragic Boxing Day Tsunami event in Asia.
The John Butler Trio has spent 2015 doing exactly what they do best, touring their socks off introducing their current album ‘Flesh & Blood’ to fans around the world. They continue to carve out bigger audiences globally as they perform through a combination of headline shows and festivals including Bonnaroo , Lollapalooza , Rock En Seine and Fuji Rock to name a few. This will be JBT’s first Riverstage performance since their phenomenal show in September 2010 and it will be one of their last for Australian fans before they head back into the studio later in 2016.
Over the last decade Missy Higgins has become one of our most beloved singer/songwriters. In September 2014, she released her fourth studio album ‘OZ’, an eclectic mix of Aussie cover versions also accompanied by a quirky book of related essays. Missy recently announced her first tour since the birth of her beautiful baby boy earlier this year, she will perform a select series of concerts in 2016.
With their superb 7th studio album ‘Beautiful You’ receiving rave reviews, The Waifs recent show at The Triffid sold out. Brisbane fans who missed out get a second chance to witness the magic of Australia's favourite folk band. ‘Beautiful You’ has been nominated for 3 ARIA Awards including Best Blues and Roots Album. The emotionally raw but musically buoyant album demonstrates the easy chemistry that has bound The Waifs, as well as celebrating the depth of song writing talent they have at their disposal.
Last week both the John Butler Trio and Missy Higgins announced their own standalone shows for Sydney’s Taronga Zoo Twilight series - both shows sold out within minutes. Queenslanders you’d best get your skates on if you want to catch JBT along with Missy Higgins and The Waifs this summer!
Expect nothing short of an incredible experience in central Brisbane as these three artists deliver a most memorable concert event.
I never write reviews, I see the show, have a good time, go to work.... but this was different. Absolutely one of the greatest musical events I have ever been to. He is just amazing, I'd could go on forever about the show but i still slightly speechless about and unable to go one with more words like amazing, great, wonderful....
It's been a while but perhaps worth the wait. John sounds better than ever (ok that was cheasy) and the two new guys sound like they've been playing together for years. What was really cool is this new venue Lincoln Hall. Intimate but not over crowded.
First off the Venue was beautiful!!! Second off the music was top notch!
Better than i could have imagined. Jbt was phenominal, venue is small, sounds great, and a place everyone should try to experience. Great atmosphere. Servers come to you during the show. Can't beat that. The band's energy was awesome and their jams and solos amazing. Excellent all around.
Seriously, this is one of the the best bands you're not listening to. Wickedly entertaining, crazy solos, and John Butler is hands-down one of the most exciting guitarists you'll ever see play. Seriously, I got this from a wizened bartender at Lincoln Hall who confessed that he's seen a helluva a lot of rock shows but this guy can really play guitar.
John Butler as usual was awesome. I didn't know what to expect as the last time he had a different drummer and base player but new members were just as good. The Lincoln Hall was a great nenue for this show and I stoodf right next to the mixing board so acoustics were perfect. Can't wait til he comes back to the Riv this summer though now spoiled being able to see him at a smaller venue. Also, drinks proces were reasonable unlike other venues. No doubt a 5+ star rating
Truly an amazing guitar player with a sound all his own. Band was tight and played a super mix of old and new. Doubt we'll ever get another chance to see JBT in such an intimate setting again.
John Butler was awesome! such a fun show! he is so talented on how he plays guitars and it was so great to dance and listen to his fantastic music! i wish the show was longer, he only played for like 1 1/2 hours
amazing show. such a treat to finally see him live. it was only an hour and a half which sucks but it was well worth it. hopefully he comes to the city again soon and he'll stick around for a little longer.
Gig was awesome, that I saw of it anyway. Cant believe a Thursday evening headline starts at 7pm. Wish this had been called out.
Last nights show was the BEST musical performance I've seen in a long time. They band appeared to be enjoying themselves as much as the crowd. Too short. Not cool to have second show scheduled for same venue limiting the Trio's ability to play longer. The show was Amazing, Awesome, Fabulous! The Bowery is conveniently located, easy access in and out of city.
Great show, wish they had a longer set. Maybe shorten a few of the songs, so they can get more of them in!
I had a great time! Loved Ocean and Betterman. Crazy crowded.
The John Butler Trio was amazing at the bowery, they put on one of the best shows I've seen. Only upsetting thing is that the set had a time limit cause they were the early show. I wanted to see them play more!
The last JBT show was 3 years ago at Palladium NYC and that rocked as well. Here we are 3 years later and he is better than ever. I was first blown away with the cutting of dreds. But that not matter his face is most beautiful and his new songs seemed to sound out of his norm but still has the original JBT sound. Being at Bowery made it even better. A smaller venue definately made the experience even better. The trio are most talented musicians I have seen in awhile. I am going to see Citizen Cope tonight at the same venue. But I know that Cope may not give such a great show as JBT had last night. Go guys and keep on rocking! Hope to see you guys in a concert on the other side of the world. 143 - Love Love Love!
WOW. Talent!! rare these days I know, you can tell he became a good musician on stage and playing live in the streets, not engineered in a studio. Great energy, 7 different guitars, and the best drum solo I have ever heard later I had a perma-grin that took many beer and sleep to remove from my Chevy Chase. Must see!!!
