Thirty-five years since their debut single, ‘Dignity’, and millions of record sales since, Deacon Blue are digging out all their old 45s – the Top 10s, the favourites, the sing-along rarities and touring Australia and New Zealand in November and December 2023.

The band have always thrived onstage, but they’ve never played gigs quite like this. They’ll go electric for a raucous trip across their hits and play some of their favourites in an intimate acoustic section of the show.

Vocalist and songwriter Ricky Ross is raring to go on this celebration of Deacon Blue’s brilliant and loyal fans, roaring the Caledonian gospel from the South Coast to the Uplands. ‘We’ve decided to play a Greatest Hits show with a difference,’ he says. ‘Yes, we intend to play all (or nearly all) the old 45s, but we also want to play some songs acoustically too. We really can’t wait to come back to Australia and New Zealand, we always love visiting these amazing countries.’

Kicking off in Perth the band then play in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane in Australia before heading to play New Zealand for shows in Auckland and Christchurch, the first time the band have played the South Island.

Ross, co-vocalist Lorraine McIntosh, Dougie Vipond (drums), Jim Prime (keyboards), Gregor Philp (guitar) and Lewis Gordon (bass) will breathe new life into well-loved songs like ‘Dignity’, ‘Loaded’, ‘Wages Day’, ‘Real Gone Kid’, ‘I’ll Never Fall In Love Again’, ‘Your Swaying Arms’, ‘Twist & Shout’, ‘Your Town’, ‘The Hipsters’ and ‘City Of Love’. And so many more.

The dates will culminate in Auckland for the final fling on a special tour of Deacon Blue’s greatest hits – and the rest – as they reel in the years and the ships and the songs, in the hurricane days and summers and suns, amplified and unplugged, surrounded by friends in cities of love.

Support is BUD ROKESKY
Bud Rokesky has spent the last few years behind the wheel, mostly in solitude, seeking out stories that dwell in the deepest parts of the soul. With a new cache of songs, 2021 will see Bud touring and recording with some of the best in the industry. A native of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Bud has performed at festivals such as Groundwater Country Music Festival, Gympie Music Muster and Woodford Folk Festival, as well as gigs at The Old Museum Building, Lights On The Hill Memorial and the Nightquarter Main Stage.

ASTOR THEATRE – CONCERT MODE:
Stalls – General Admission Standing & Unreserved Seating
Balcony – Reserved Seating
Licensed – Strictly 18+ only. Infants not admitted.

TICKETS:
General Admission: $86.60
Reserved Seating: $101.85
Hot Seat Reserved Seating: $203.80
VIP Meet & Greet – General Admission: $239.50
(Plus Transaction Fee)

VIP Meet & Greet Inclusions: Check In @ 4.30pm

– One (1) General Admission standing ticket to see Deacon Blue
– Meet Deacon Blue for a photo opportunity by a professional photographer
– Merchandise item designed and created exclusively for VIP purchasers
– Commemorative VIP Tour Laminate
– Early access to merchandise stand
– Early Entry into the venue
– Designated VIP check-in and onsite staff

Hot Seat Package Inclusions: Check In @ 6.00pm
– One (1) Reserved seat to see Deacon Blue
– Merchandise item designed and created exclusively for VIP purchasers
– Commemorative VIP Tour Laminate
– Designated VIP check-in and onsite staff

VIP Nation Experience Terms and Conditions:
– Please note that the contact details provided at the point of purchase (email, mobile, mailing address) are the details
used to communicate all VIP information.
– A TEXT with a link to VIP instructions OR an EMAIL, will be sent 3-5 business days before the event with timings and additional
information. Please contact vip@livenation.com.au if this is not received. We also send reminder texts the day of the show
detailing the time and location of check in.
– VIP purchasers may need to arrive 1-2 hours before doors open to ensure delivery of all benefits.
– Original purchasers name must be known in order to check-in and receive your benefits.
– VIP inclusions (e.g. laminate, drink voucher or merchandise item) will be redeemed and collected on the night of the
show (unless otherwise advised).
– Given the dynamic nature of live events, we may need to make changes to parts of your VIP Package including seating
arrangements, start times, merchandise, food and beverage service arrangements and other things. Where we do this, we will
ensure that you will be provided with alternatives that overall have an equivalent value as your package.
– If applicable, Early Entry refers to first access onto the floor, there is no sectioned off area (unless otherwise stated).
– If applicable, collectible laminate is commemorative only and does not gain or authorise access into the venue or backstage areas.
– Choose carefully as we will not provide refunds for a change of mind or because you can’t make the event. Refunds will only be paid
where required by applicable law, including the Australian Consumer Law.
– For any questions regarding your concert ticket, please reach out to the point of purchase.
– Any enquiries about your Experience check out our FAQs or drops us an email: vip@livenation.com.au

PLEASE NOTE:
Balcony seating is only accessible via the stairs. No disabled access.
Entry is entirely at the discretion of the Licensee.
Bag checks are required prior to entry.
No external food or drinks are permitted in the venue.
Cameras are strictly prohibited.