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Hoodoo Guru’s Announce 40th Anniversary Tour And New Single

Iconic Australian garage punk/rock outfit Hoodoo Gurus return to stages across Australia this December in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of their first live show, with special guests The Dandy Warhols.

Frontier Touring have announced the return of legendary Australian rockers Hoodoo Gurus to stages across Australia this December. The announcement celebrates Hoodoo Gurus 40th Anniversary since their first live show in 1981. Plus, it celebrates the release of their new single, World Of Pain (out today via Universal Music Australia ).

“We are thrilled to be going around Australia to play for our fans again. Even better, we are honoured to be accompanied by our admirable friends, The Dandy Warhols from the US. Between the two of us, there are gonna be plenty of opportunities for crowd singalongs. After the turmoil of the last year and a half, that’s gonna be incredibly therapeutic for everyone. You can be certain that both of our bands will be fired up and rarin’ to go.”

The Gurus kick off the tour at Brisbane’s Riverstage on Wednesday, 1 December, before heading to Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Friday, 3 December. Next up is Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Saturday 4 December, before heading across to Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre on Thursday 9 December. They then close out the tour at Perth at the Belvoir Homestead & Amphitheatre on Saturday, December 11.

The band’s new single World of Pain is another hard-hitting new Gurus single. It’s the perfect follow up to last year’s freshly-minted Gurus classics Hung Out to Dry and Get Out Of Dodge “. Dave Faulkner describes World Of Pain as “a combination of glitzy glam rock and dirty barroom blues. It has a swagger and a cocky attitude, although the song’s narrator is clearly having a very bad night. The poor sap – he thinks he’s having fun!”

Faulkner continues: “World Of Pain is a slightly fictionalised story about the aftermath of a big night on the town that got way too big. I’ve personally lived out everything described in the song (I’m not proud of that fact). Luckily for me, the events described in the lyrics didn’t occur in exactly this order or over the one night. Nevertheless, it’s all true. Oh, and before you ask, the answer is: yes, I have been punched in the face in a nightclub when I was a bit drunk one night.”

World of Pain is out now on all streaming services .

Tickets for the 40th Anniversary Tour on sale from Friday 28 May via Frontier Touring

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Hoodoo Gurus announce rescheduled 40th Anniversary Tour dates

The shows were recently postponed after drummer Nik Rieth contracted COVID-19

Hoodoo Gurus have announced the rescheduled dates for their 40th anniversary tour with The Dandy Warhols , after being forced to postpone earlier this month following an outbreak of COVID in their camp.

On April 1 it was reported that the band’s drummer, Nik Rieth, had contracted COVID-19 , resulting in the Australian rock veterans’ postponing their nationwide tour for a second time. As close contacts of Rieth, the entire band were self-isolating as a result.

Today (April 12), the band have revealed the tour has been rescheduled to this September. Kicking off on September 13 at Brisbane’s Riverstage, the outfit will play five shows in quick succession, wrapping up at Perth’s Belvoir Ampitheatre on September 23.

Hoodoo Gurus’ David Faulkner said in a press statement that the band’s COVID emergency “put everyone in a ‘World Of Pain’,” referencing the band’s latest single, lifted from tenth studio album ‘Chariot Of The Gods’ .

“It took a small army of people working overtime to get this tour back on track,” Faulkner said. “We are incredibly grateful for all your hard work. We also want to thank everyone who has been holding on to their tickets in expectation of today’s announcement.

“Thanks for your patience – we promise you that the wait will be worth it. See you in September.”

Tickets for all original shows remain valid at the new dates, however tickets can still be purchased here . Find all tour information below.

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As originally billed, The Dandy Warhols will be still be joining the band on the road. The Buoys , Even, Gnarlhünd and Rinehearts will also be on opening duties at shows in Brisbane and Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, Hobart, and Perth respectively.

Hoodoo Gurus are still intending on playing at this year’s Byron Bay Bluesfest and with Midnight Oil on the latter’s Rutherglen stretch on their ‘Resist’ tour on Sunday April 24, as well as Sounds of Rock festival in Bundaberg on Saturday May 7.

Hoodoo Gurus’ rescheduled 40th Anniversary tour dates are:

SEPTEMBER Tuesday 13 – Brisbane, Riverstage Thursday 15 – Sydney, Hordern Pavilion Friday 16 – Melbourne, Sidney Myer Music Bowl Saturday 17 – Hobart, Hobart City Hall Tuesday 20 – Adelaide, AEC Theatre Friday 23 – Perth, Belvoir Ampitheatre

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Hoodoo Gurus have announced five massive shows this December, celebrating the 40th anniversary of their first live show back in 1981; and with their catalogue packed with decades worth of legendary tunes from the Oz Rock songbook, it’s certainly an occasion worth marking!

Joining them on the commemorative run will be none other than Portal indie icons The Dandy Warhols who have been no strangers to Aussie shores over the years and, with a catalogue of iconic hits of their own, makes for a stellar double bill.

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The band announced the exciting news in a press release, saying: “We are thrilled to be going around Australia to play for our fans again,” the band said in the official press release. “Even better, we are honoured to be accompanied by our admirable friends, The Dandy Warhols from the US.”

“Between the two of us, there are gonna be plenty of opportunities for crowd singalongs, and after the turmoil of the last year and a half, that’s gonna be incredibly therapeutic for everyone. You can be certain that both of our bands will be fired up and rarin’ to go.”

And it’s bound to be a hit-heavy setlist. In 40 years, Hoodoo Gurus amassed an incredible nine ARIA Top 20 albums and 9 ARIA Top 40 singles from a string of multi-platinum albums; including iconic hits like “Bittersweet” and “What’s My Scene.”

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The two bands will play five massive shows across the country, hitting venues large enough for a spacious celebration of the Gurus' 40th anniversary and the Dandy’s mighty return. Check out the dates below – tickets go on sale Friday 28th via Frontier, here. 

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HOODOO GURUS 40th ANNIVERSARY TOUR w/ THE DANDY WARHOLS

Wednesday 1st december | brisbane riverstage friday 3rd december | sidney myer music bowl, melbourne saturday 4th december | hordern pavilion, sydney thursday 9th december | adelaide entertainment centre saturday 11 december | belvoir homestead & amphitheatre, perth, find out more, here. .

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HOODOO GURUS ANNOUNCE 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR WITH THE DANDY WARHOLS

• Greg Phillips
• May 20, 2021

Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce the return of legendary Australian rock group Hoodoo Gurus to stages across Australia this December. The announcement celebrates Hoodoo Gurus 40th Anniversary since their first live show in 1981 plus the release of their new single World Of Pain (out today via Universal Music Australia). With special guests, iconic US indie-darlings, The Dandy Warhols, on the bill, this is a stellar line-up you won’t want to miss.

“We are thrilled to be going around Australia to play for our fans again. Even better, we are honoured to be accompanied by our admirable friends, The Dandy Warhols from the US. Between the two of us, there are gonna be plenty of opportunities for crowd singalongs, and after the turmoil of the last year and a half, that’s gonna be incredibly therapeutic for everyone. You can be certain that both of our bands will be fired up and rarin’ to go.”

The Gurus kick off the tour at Brisbane’s Riverstage on Wednesday 1 December, before heading to Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Friday 3 December. Next up is Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Saturday 4 December, before they head across to Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre on Thursday 9 December, and close out the tour at Perth at the Belvoir Homestead & Amphitheatre on Saturday December 11.

New single “World of Pain” is another hard-hitting new Gurus single and a perfect follow up to last year’s freshly-minted Gurus classics “Hung Out to Dry” and “Get Out Of Dodge”. Dave Faulkner describes “World Of Pain” as “a combination of glitzy glam rock and dirty barroom blues. It has a swagger and a cocky attitude, although the song’s narrator is clearly having a very bad night. The poor sap – he thinks he’s having fun!”

Faulkner continues: “‘World Of Pain’ is a slightly fictionalised story about the aftermath of a big night on the town that got way too big. I’ve personally lived out every thing described in the song (I’m not proud of that fact). Luckily for me, the events described in the lyrics didn’t occur in exactly this order or over the one night. Nevertheless, it’s all true. Oh, and before you ask, the answer is: yes, I have been punched in the face in a nightclub when I was a bit drunk one night.”

‘…Dave Faulkner’s crunching surf guitar riff took us straight back to the heaving beer barns of the 1980s in which the Gurus made their name. …Rick Grossman’s roiling bass, Brad Shepherd’s fanging rhythm guitar and Nik Rieth’s martial drumming kicked in… a tribute to the Gurus’ tightness, showmanship and sheer number of well-known tunes.’  – Sydney Morning Herald 2020

Since their formation in 1981, Hoodoo Gurus’ boast 9 x ARIA Top 20 albums, 9 x ARIA Top 40 singles and a swag of multi-platinum albums – they’re mainstays on the live scene, and perpetually influential to a new generation of artists.

2021 is of particular significance for the Hoodoo Gurus, marking an impressive 40 years recording and touring. December of this year will mark the release of the band’s first album in over a decade. It is Hoodoo Gurus evocative and relatable lyricism, peerless song writing – with a hint of punk attitude – placed in a distinctively Australian context that has provided a careful balance of critical success and enduring mainstream appeal for 40 years.

The Gurus’ special guests for the anniversary tour The Dandy Warhols  hail from the US and are known worldwide for mega hits like ‘Bohemian Like You’ and pop culture classic, ‘We Used To Be Friends’. The band recently celebrated their own 25th anniversary in 2019. From countless global tours, to playing to over 100,000 punters at the 2000 Glastonbury Festival and even taking to the stage during the Greek riots, the Warhols are no stranger to putting on a show. With one hell of a back catalogue and a live presence that has stood the test of time, this pairing of forces is one you don’t want to miss.

Frontier Members  can access their pre-sale from Wednesday 26 May, before tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday 28 May. Secure tickets early to avoid missing out!

HOODOO GURUS 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR DECEMBER 2021 WITH SPECIAL GUESTS THE DANDY WARHOLS

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Wednesday 1 December Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD All Ages ticketmaster.com.au | Ph: 13 61 00

Friday 3 December Sidney Myer Music Bowl | Melbourne, VIC All Ages ticketek.com.au | Ph: 13 38 49

Saturday 4 December Hordern Pavilion | Sydney, NSW All Ages ticketek.com.au | Ph: 13 38 49

Thursday 9 December Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre | Adelaide, SA All Ages ticketek.com.au | Ph: 13 38 49

Saturday 11 December Belvoir Homestead & Amphitheatre | Perth, WA All Ages

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BRISBANE 5:00pm | Doors open 6:00pm | The Buoys 7:00pm | The Dandy Warhols 8:20pm | Hoodoo Gurus

SYDNEY 6:00pm | Doors open 7:00pm | The Buoys 8:00pm | The Dandy Warhols 9:20pm | Hoodoo Gurus

MELBOURNE 6:00pm | Doors open 7:00pm | Even 8:00pm | The Dandy Warhols 9:20pm | Hoodoo Gurus

ADELAIDE 6:15pm | Doors open 7:00pm | Even 8:00pm | The Dandy Warhols 9:20pm | Hoodoo Gurus

PERTH 6:00pm | Doors open 6:50pm | Rinehearts 7:40pm | The Dandy Warhols 9:00pm | Hoodoo Gurus

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Hailing from the US, indie-darlings The Dandy Warhols are known worldwide for mega-hits and countless global tours, to playing to over 100k punters at the 2000 Glastonbury Festival, the Warhols are no stranger to putting on a show.

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Sweet and savory all-female Sydney outfit  The Buoys are carving out a fresh space in the indie guitar scene. Selling out their 2021 headline tours across Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney, their single ‘Bad Habit’ was hailed as "the musical definition of a bullseye" by Richard Kingsmill.

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Playing their first gig in 1994,  Even are a three-piece indie pop rock band from Melbourne. As of 2021, the band has released eight studio albums, with their latest release Reverse Light Years placing #18 on the ARIA charts.

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Forming in 2016, longtime friends  Rinehearts are a power-pop trio from Perth. Releasing their debut album Can’t Do Nothing in 2019, Rinehearts deliver catchy tunes and charming melodies which resemble sounds from generations past. 

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Tour news arrow, hoodoo gurus with the dandy warhols announce rescheduled 40th anniversary tour dates for september 2022.

Frontier Touring are excited to announce that after being forced to postpone their highly anticipated national tour earlier this month, Hoodoo Gurus with very special guests The Dandy Warhols (US) have officially rescheduled their 40th Anniversary Tour to September 2022. Opening proceedings in Brisbane and Sydney will be The Buoys, Even in Melbourne and Adelaide, Gnarlhünd in Hobart and Rinehearts in Perth.

Dave Faulkner of Hoodoo Gurus says: “We just want to offer our heartfelt thanks to Frontier Touring, as well as the The Dandy Warhols and their management. Our last-minute COVID emergency put everyone in a “World Of Pain” (shameless plug) and it took a small army of people working overtime to get this tour back on track. We are incredibly grateful for all your hard work. We also want to thank everyone who has been holding on to their tickets in expectation of today’s announcement (#keepyourtickets). Thanks for your patience - we promise you that the wait will be worth it. See you in September.” 

Sahara Herald of Frontier Touring says: “There’s a lot of hard labour behind the scenes that goes into promoting and producing a tour, and it sadly takes just as much effort to undo all that work and start again. Due credit to the publicity, marketing, ticketing, travel, freight and production teams as well as the venues and ticket agents around the country who have worked tirelessly to turn this around and maintained a level of patience and passion for what they do despite the challenges and long hours. But I especially want to thank the punters who have hung on to their tickets and recognise the hurdles we’ve overcome to get the show back on the road - thanks for sticking with us.”  

September 2022 rescheduled dates: 

Tue 13 Sep 2022 - Riverstage, Brisbane QLD (prev. Thu 14 Apr) Thu 15 Sep 2022 - Hordern Pavilion, Sydney NSW (prev. Tue 12 Apr & Wed 13 Apr) Fri 16 Sep 2022 - Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne VIC (prev. Wed 6 Apr) Sat 17 Sep 2022 - Hobart City Hall, Hobart TAS* (prev. Sat 9 Apr) Tue 20 Sep 2022 - AEC Theatre, Adelaide SA (prev. Tue 5 Apr) Fri 23 Sep 2022 - Belvoir Amphitheatre, Perth WA (prev. Sat 2 Apr) 

With shows scheduled in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide and Perth all existing ticketholders will be notified of rescheduled dates via the official ticketing agency and need not act. Original purchases will be valid for the rescheduled date without the need for exchange. We encourage you to #keepyourtickets. Patrons unable to attend new show dates may obtain a full refund. Refund requests must be submitted to the official ticketing agency prior to Thursday 12 May.

“With Faulkner’s charisma and vocal ability and Brad Shepherd’s guitar chops and passion, one of Australia’s most-loved rock bands prove they still have it." – The Music

“...versatility, and lack of self-indulgence, has made Hoodoo Gurus a rare band to please the critical cognoscentre as well as the public.” – Australian Financial Review

Hoodoo Gurus recently released their long-awaited first studio album in twelve years,  ‘Chariot of the Gods’  (EMI Music Australia) which debuted at #7 on the ARIA Album Chart and #2 on the ARIA Australian Album Chart, making it the band’s highest charting studio album in over 28 years!   

“… the Gurus swing from melodic power-pop (My Imaginary Friend) to crunchy guitar rock (I Come from Your Future), and even sprinkle good ol’ psychedelia dust on the title track … This album captures some of that vintage Gurus energy and the mood on their earliest album, Stoneage Romeos” – The Age/SMH

“Hoodoo Gurus goes on the attack, sword in hand, and slays the competition. …Hoodoo Gurus cheekily defies the challenge of the passing years.”  –  Muzzart (France)

Don’t miss Australia’s iconic rock outfit Hoodoo Gurus and US indie-rock darlings The Dandy Warhols this September. Tickets via:  frontiertouring.com/hoodoogurus .

Hoodoo Gurus with very special guests The Dandy Warhols announce show openers: The Buoys (NSW), Even (SA & VIC) and Rinehearts (WA)

Hoodoo gurus with very special guests the dandy warhols '40th anniversary tour' rescheduled to april 2022.

Frontier Touring wishes to advise that due to the uncertainty around border closures and current COVID restrictions across and into Australia, Hoodoo Gurus upcoming December 40th Anniversary Tour will be rescheduled for April 2022, including the addition of a Hobart show.    “Let’s face it, folks – 2021 is a write-off. We had high hopes earlier in the year that the pandemic would be behind us by now but... well, you know as well as I do. Delta skelter!, dashed hopes, spilt milk, whatever, we won’t let it break us. Stay strong, stay safe and stay put – we’ll get everything back on track in 2022. As the song says, all the good times we had we'll have again. Believe it.”  Dave Faulkner 

General public tickets for the already announced Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne Perth and Sydney dates will go on-sale 10am local time today: Wednesday 6 October via frontiertouring.com/hoodoogurus 

A new show at Hobart * City Hall for Saturday 9 April has just been added to the 40th Anniversary Tour with general public tickets on-sale Friday 8 October from 10am local.  Tickets via oztix.com.au

Tickets for the original performances will be valid for the rescheduled dates without taking further action. Patrons unable to attend new dates may obtain a full refund.  Refund requests must be submitted prior to Wednesday 3 November. 

Touring in support of their 40th Anniversary of their first live show in 1981 plus the release of their latest single World Of Pain (out now via Universal Music Australia), Hoodoo Gurus are planning big things for 2022, including the release of their forthcoming 10th studio album, with details to be announced very soon. 

With special guests, iconic US indie-darlings, The Dandy Warhols , on the bill, this is a stellar line-up you won’t want to miss.

HOODOO GURUS add 2nd + final Sydney show to 40th Anniversary Tour with very special guests The Dandy Warhols

Due to overwhelming pre-sale demand,  Frontier Touring  are excited to announce the legendary Australian rock group  Hoodoo Gurus  have added a second and final  Sydney  show at the  Hordern Pavilion  on  Sunday 5 December  as part of their 40 th  Anniversary tour.  Tickets for this newly announced show and all other shows are on sale tomorrow, Friday 28 May from 2pm AEST. 

The newly announced Sydney show will see Hoodoo Gurus hitting the road now playing six shows across Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth in support of their 40 th  Anniversary since their first live show in 1981 plus the release of their new single  World Of Pain  ( out now via UMA).   With special guests, iconic US indie-darlings,  The Dandy Warhols , on the bill, this is a stellar line-up you won’t want to miss.

The Gurus kick off the tour at  Brisbane ’s  Riverstage  on  Wednesday 1 December , before heading to  Melbourne ’s  Sidney Myer Music Bowl  on  Friday 3 December . Next up is  Sydney ’s  Hordern Pavilion  on  Saturday 4 December , before a second show at  Hordern Pavillion  on  Sunday 5 December,  the group will then head across to  Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre  on  Thursday 9 December , and close out the tour at  Perth  at the  Belvoir Amphitheatre  on  Saturday December 11 .

Tickets to this newly announced show will go on sale to the general public tomorrow,  Friday 28 May , along with the remaining tickets to the first Sydney and all other shows .  Secure tickets early to avoid missing out! 

Hoodoo Gurus return to stages across Australia for 40th Anniversary Tour this December with very special guests The Dandy Warhols

Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce the return of legendary Australian rock group Hoodoo Gurus to stages across Australia this December. The announcement celebrates Hoodoo Gurus 40th Anniversary since their first live show in 1981 plus the release of their new single World Of Pain (out today via Universal Music Australia). With special guests, iconic US indie-darlings, The Dandy Warhols , on the bill, this is a stellar line-up you won’t want to miss. 

"We are thrilled to be going around Australia to play for our fans again. Even better, we are honoured to be accompanied by our admirable friends, The Dandy Warhols from the US. Between the two of us, there are gonna be plenty of opportunities for crowd singalongs, and after the turmoil of the last year and a half, that's gonna be incredibly therapeutic for everyone. You can be certain that both of our bands will be fired up and rarin' to go." 

The Gurus kick off the tour at Brisbane’s Riverstage on Wednesday 1 December, before heading to Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Friday 3 December. Next up is Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Saturday 4 December, before they head across to Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre on Thursday 9 December, and close out the tour at Perth at the Belvoir Homestead & Amphitheatre on Saturday December 11. 

Since their formation in 1981, Hoodoo Gurus’ boast 9 x ARIA Top 20 albums, 9 x ARIA Top 40 singles and a swag of multi-platinum albums – they’re mainstays on the live scene, and perpetually influential to a new generation of artists.  

2021 is of particular significance for the Hoodoo Gurus, marking an impressive 40 years recording and touring. December of this year will mark the release of the band’s first album in over a decade. It is Hoodoo Gurus evocative and relatable lyricism, peerless song writing - with a hint of punk attitude - placed in a distinctively Australian context that has provided a careful balance of critical success and enduring mainstream appeal for 40 years.  

‘...Dave Faulkner's crunching surf guitar riff took us straight back to the heaving beer barns of the 1980s in which the Gurus made their name. ...Rick Grossman's roiling bass, Brad Shepherd's fanging rhythm guitar and Nik Rieth's martial drumming kicked in... a tribute to the Gurus' tightness, showmanship and sheer number of well-known tunes.’  – Sydney Morning Herald 2020  

Joining the Gurus for the anniversary tour are US indie band, The Dandy Warhols . Hailing from the US and known worldwide for mega hits like ‘ Bohemian Like You ’ and pop culture classic, ‘ We Used To Be Friends ’, the band recently celebrated their own 25th anniversary in 2019. From countless global tours, to playing to over 100,000 punters at the 2000 Glastonbury Festival and even taking to the stage during the Greek riots, the Warhols are no stranger to putting on a show. With one hell of a back catalogue and a live presence that has stood the test of time, this pairing of forces is one you don’t want to miss. 

40 TH  ANNIVERSARY AUS TOUR SEPTEMBER 2022

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS THE DANDY WARHOLS & openers The Buoys (NSW & QLD), Even (SA & VIC) & Rineheart (WA)

Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce the return of legendary Australian rock group Hoodoo Gurus to stages across Australia in September 2022 (Previously April 2022). The announcement celebrates Hoodoo Gurus 40th Anniversary since their first live show in 1981 plus the release of their new single World Of Pain . With iconic US indie-darlings  The Dandy Warhols  on the bill as special guests, this is a stellar line-up you won’t want to miss. 

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Tour kicks off next month in Brisbane

• Hoodoo Gurus   40 th  Anniversary Tour  kicks off next month at Brisbane’s Riverstage on Tuesday 13 September
• US indie-rock icons  The Dandy Warhols  join on all tour dates
• Show openers include  The Buoys (QLD & NSW), Even (SA & VIC), Gnarhünd (TAS)  &  Rhinehearts (WA)
• Final tickets on sale now for all shows via  frontiertouring.com/hoodoogurus

Frontier Touring  are pumped to confirm that the  Hoodoo Gurus  upcoming  40 th  Anniversary Tour  with special guests  The Dandy Warhols  commences next month!

Kicking off at  Brisbane’s Riverstage  on  Tuesday 13 September , the tour then proceeds to  Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion  on  Thursday 15 September , down to  Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne  on  Friday 16 September , then  Hobart City Hall^  on  Saturday 17 September , across to  Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre  on  Tuesday 20 September  and finally  Belvoir Amphitheatre, Perth  on  Friday 23 September .

Playing ahead of The Dandy Warhols and opening proceedings in Brisbane and Sydney will be  The Buoys, Even  in Adelaide and Melbourne,  Gnarhünd  in Hobart and  Rhinehearts  in Perth.

Earlier this year, Hoodoo Gurus released their long-awaited first studio album in twelve years,  Chariot of the Gods  (via EMI Music Australia  here ) which debuted at #7 on the ARIA Album Chart and #2 on the ARIA Australian Album Chart, making it the band’s highest charting studio album in over 28 years!

2022 also marks the 40 th  anniversary of the band’s debut single ‘ Leilani ’ when the band were initially called Le Hoodoo Gurus. That humble independent single on Sydney’s feisty Phantom Records brought the band to the attention of the music industry and shortly afterwards Hoodoo Gurus were offered an album contract. A re-recorded version of ‘ Leilani ’ was later released for the band’s 1984 debut album ‘ Stoneage Romeos ’ – and the rest is history!

Don’t miss Australia’s iconic rock outfit Hoodoo Gurus and US indie-rock darlings The Dandy Warhols this September. Tickets via:  frontiertouring.com/hoodoogurus

HOODOO GURUS ​ 40 th  ANNIVERSARY TOUR ​ SEPTEMBER 2022 ​WITH VERY SPECIAL GUESTS THE DANDY WARHOLS (ALL SHOWS) ​THE BUOYS (QLD & NSW), EVEN (SA & VIC), GNARHÜND (TAS) & RHINEHEARTS (WA) ​Presented by Frontier Touring and Triple M

FINAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR ALL SHOWS

Tuesday 13 September ​ Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD ​ Special guests The Dandy Warhols & The Buoys ​All Ages ​ ticketmaster.com.au  | Ph: 13 61 00

Thursday 15 September ​ Hordern Pavilion | Sydney, NSW ​Special guests The Dandy Warhols & The Buoys ​ All Ages ​ ticketek.com.au  | Ph: 13 38 49

Friday 16 September ​ Sidney Myer Music Bowl | Melbourne, VIC* ​Special guests The Dandy Warhols & Even ​ All Ages ​ ticketek.com.au  | Ph: 13 38 49

Saturday 17 September ​ Hobart City Hall | Hobart^ ​ Special guests The Dandy Warhols & Gnarhünd ​ 18+ ​ oztix.com.au  | Ph: 1300 762 545 ​ ​ Tuesday 20 September ​ Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre | Adelaide, SA ​Special guests The Dandy Warhols & Even ​ All Ages ​ ticketek.com.au  | Ph: 13 38 49 ​ ​ Friday 23 September ​ Belvoir Amphitheatre | Perth, WA** ​Special guests The Dandy Warhols & Rinehearts ​ All Ages ​ moshtix.com.au  | Ph: 1300 438 849

* U18s must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian ​ ** Parents or Legal guardians accompanying patrons under the age of 18, must sign a Responsibility Waiver Form upon entry. Patrons under the age of 18 are to remain in the presence of the responsible parent /legal guardians at all times. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12 ARE NOT PERMITTED. ​ ^ Not a Frontier Touring Show

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Hoodoo Gurus Announce 40th Anniversary Australian Tour With The Dandy Warhols

By Caitlin Medcalf

Aussie rock legends Hoodoo Gurus are heading out on tour this December in celebration of the 40th anniversary since their first live show back in 1981. Not only that, but they’ve also got a new single out today via Universal Music Australia titled ‘World Of Pain’.

Their national tour will hit major cities around the country over five nights, and as an added bonus, US indie-rockers The Dandy Warhols are set to come along on the tour too.

“We are thrilled to be going around Australia to play for our fans again,” the band said in the official press release. “Even better, we are honoured to be accompanied by our admirable friends, The Dandy Warhols from the US.

“Between the two of us, there are gonna be plenty of opportunities for crowd singalongs, and after the turmoil of the last year and a half, that’s gonna be incredibly therapeutic for everyone.

“You can be certain that both of our bands will be fired up and rarin’ to go.”

The tour will kick off on Wednesday, 1st December in Brisbane, before heading off to Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and closing out in Perth on Saturday, 11th December.

In 40 years, the band have amassed nine ARIA Top 20 albums, 9 ARIA Top 40 singles and a bunch of multi-platinum albums. Hoodoo Gurus are planning on releasing their first record in a decade this December, so fans at their live shows are in for a real treat.

Frontier Members can cop pre-sale tickets from 2PM AEST on Wednesday, 26th May before tickets go on sale to the public from 2PM AEST on Friday, 28th May.

Hoodoo Gurus 40th Anniversary Tour With The Dandy Warhols

Wednesday, 1st December Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD All Ages Tickets: Ticketmaster

Friday, 3rd December Sidney Myer Music Bowl | Melbourne, VIC All Ages Tickets: Ticketek

Saturday, 4th December Hordern Pavilion | Sydney, NSW All Ages Tickets: Ticketek

Thursday, 9th December Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre | Adelaide, SA All Ages Tickets: Ticketek

Saturday, 11th December Belvoir Homestead & Amphitheatre | Perth, WA All Ages Tickets: Moshtix

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Hoodoo Gurus finally hit a brimming Riverstage in Brisbane on Tuesday night for their pandemic-delayed 40th anniversary tour.

And as they explored their extensive back catalogue – “We’re covering all the bases tonight, ticking all the boxes,” said frontman Dave Faulkner – there was uncertainty over which songs were from their “early” versus their “prehistoric” era.

“There’s only early times with us,” Faulkner quipped.

With a support act as esteemed as The Dandy Warhols it might as well have been a double bill, with NSW’s The Buoys (who are actually girls) ably rounding out the line-up.

As for the Gurus the long locks are long gone, but while Faulkner now vaguely resembles former Queensland premier Campbell Newman he’s still poles apart politically, preaching gender nonconformity on new song Hang With the Girls .

The audience usually likes the old stuff better than the new stuff, and while most of the old favourites got an airing, the band reserved the right to play several tracks from latest album Chariot of the Gods .

And most were upbeat, getting some reaction from the crowd, though the full-on singalongs came from classics such as Bittersweet, 1000 Miles Away, What’s My Scene and the obligatory closer Like Wow – Wipeout .

Brisbane-bred guitarist Brad Shepherd assumed lead vocals on Equinox , but not before joking: “Is it Kingsland now, I don’t know what the protocol is. Too soon?”

He was resplendent in see-through floral shirt with a gold pendant resting on his exposed chest.

Faulkner, for his part, sported a plasticky reflective shirt.

They might not have played “right up to the second” of the 9.50pm curfew as promised, but there was nary a dissatisfied punter in sight.

Hoodoo Gurus’ 40th anniversary tour continues through the southern states this month.

Setlist: World of Pain, Tojo, The Right Time, Out That Door, Don’t Try to Save My Soul, Death Defying, Hang With the Girls, In the Wild, I Want You Back, Chariot of the Gods, My Girl, Come Anytime, Equinox, Poison Pen, Bittersweet, Miss Freelove ’69, 1000 Miles Away, I Was a Kamikaze Pilot . Encore: Leilani, What’s My Scene, Like Wow – Wipeout.

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Hoodoo Gurus ‘Stoneage Romeos’ Turns 40

by Paul Cashmere on March 28, 2024

Hoodoo Gurus debut album ‘Stoneage Romeos’ turned 40 this month. The album was released in Australia in March 1984 and in the USA in September 1984.

While ‘Stoneage Romeos’ was eventually certified Gold in Australia the album only reached no 29 on the Australian album chart. It did however give Hoodoo Gurus their first Top 40 hit with ‘My Girl’.

Dave Faulkner said, “When we were in the studio making ‘Stoneage Romeos’ we felt like kids in a candy shop, throwing all manner of instruments and “ear-ticklers” into the mix as we attempted to squeeze all our musical influences on to one album. It got a bit unhinged at times but producer/engineer Alan Thorne kept a cool head and a steady hand. Together, we captured something special and it still sounds great to me.”

The 40th Anniversary edition is sure to whip up a frenzy with fans and will include the original album reissued as a picture disc as well as some seriously collectible additions.

Also included in the special edition package are:

1984: Live at the Chevron (12” vinyl) featuring the band’s 1984 performance at the Chevron Hotel in Sydney which marked a pivotal moment in their early career. Originally recorded and broadcast by the ABC, this iconic concert is being released for the first time, with reimagined art as a Zoetrope vinyl which will turn the turntable into a mesmerizing portal where the prehistoric characters come to life. Collectors, take note: this concert recording will not be made available on any streaming platforms so this will be your only chance to own this rare artefact!

Hayride to Hell (7”), a track originally slated for inclusion on Stoneage Romeos, but held back because of its country feel (how much diversity can one album have?!). Hayride To Hell has an intriguing history with the accompanying Part 2 being recorded during a London radio session for John Peel’s show in 1987. Significantly, the single cover displays an illustration by Reg Mombassa, marking the debut of his distinctive artwork on the band’s record sleeves. This single will also only be available exclusively as a part of this limited edition reissue.

Poster (A2) featuring a striking Sandy Edwards image complemented by Debbie Baer’s hand-drawn elements, this poster is a replica of the band’s first poster (when they were still called le Hoodoo Gurus) and is vivid depiction of Sydney’s creative energy in the early eighties. On the reverse, Australian music journalist Toby Creswell explores the band’s origin and their whirlwind rise from a NYE party to the creation of their debut album, Stoneage Romeos, complemented by some early Tom Takacs photos of the band.

Postcard / Mini Poster was originally crafted by Dave Faulkner for a double bill the band played with The Scientists in 1982. The artwork features an anatomical Dalek image sourced from an old Doctor Who Annual Dave discovered in an op shop (he was, and still is, intrigued by the unexpected details revealed in the Dalek’s cross-section).

The 40th Anniversary vinyl Stoneage Romeos set is released on Big Time Recordings thought Universal Music Australia on Friday, 17 May 2024.

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Hoodoo Gurus Announce Long-Awaited New Album, ‘Chariot of The Gods’

Their first new album since 2010, ‘chariot of the gods’ is on track to be another stellar entry into the hoodoo gurus catalogue., tyler jenke, tyler jenke's most recent stories.

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It’s been a long time between drinks for the Hoodoo Gurus , but after more than a decade, the iconic Sydney rock outfit have announced the release of their new album,  Chariot of The Gods .

Last releasing a new album by way of 2010’s  Purity of Essence , the Hoodoo Gurus have been far from lazy, with countless live shows peppering the last 12 years, and rumours of new music arriving at every turn.

In 2019, they began to share some new tunes by way of “Answered Prayers”, before more material – including the Donald Trump-inspired “Hung Out to Dry” , “Get Out of Dodge”, and “World of Pain” – followed soon after. Now, most of these tracks are set to appear on the group’s forthcoming album, with Chariot of The Gods  set to arrive on March 11th.

“The last twelve months have been frustrating and nerve-racking for everyone but, for the Hoodoo Gurus, this dark cloud has had a silver lining,” explains Dave Faulkner. “Forced to rely on ourselves instead of the outside world for validation, there has been a creative rebirth within the band that has resulted in a string of singles and a new album.

“Most important of all, the musical bonds between the four of us have never been stronger,” he adds. “When the discussions are all about which songs we’re sad about having to leave off the record, that’s a damn good sign. “I’m tellin’ ya, folks, we’ve got a real spring in our step right now.”

Released on March 11th, and available for pre-order now, the record will be available on CD, vinyl, and digital formats, with the vinyl edition including three bonus tracks by way of “Obviously Five Believers”, “I Wanna Be Your Man”, and previous single “Hung out To Dry”.

To celebrate the release of the record, the Hoodoo Gurus are set to preview their new album with a special live concert stream, delivered by eMusic Live, and recorded at Damien Gerard Studios on the NSW Central Coast.

Streaming at 8pm AEDT on Thursday, March 10th, the stream will give fans a chance to chat with the band during the stream, and is is designed both as a special album preview and a thank you to loyal fans around the world who have experienced cancelled tours by the band over the past two years. Tickets to the stream are on sale now .

Meanwhile, the Hoodoo Gurus will also coincide with the group’s long-delayed 40th anniversary tour , which is scheduled to kick off in early April. Full details are available below.

Hoodoo Gurus’ Chariot of The Gods will be released on March 11th, with pre-orders available now.

Hoodoo Gurus – Chariot of The Gods  tracklist:

Early Opener World Of Pain Get Out Of Dodge Answered Prayers Was I Supposed To Care? Hang With The Girls My Imaginary Friend Equinox Chariot Of The Gods Carry On Hung Out To Dry* Obviously Five Believers* I Wanna Be Your Man* I Come From The Future Don’t Try To Save My Soul Settle Down Got To Get You Out Of My Life

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Hoodoo Gurus – 40th Anniversary Tour

With very special guests The Dandy Warhols

Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 (Originally Saturday, December 11th, 2021) Belvoir Amphitheatre, Perth, WA

Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 (Originally Thursday, December 9th, 2021) Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre, Adelaide, SA

Wednesday, April 6th, 2022 (Originally Friday, December 3rd, 2021) Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, VIC

Saturday, April 9th, 2022 (New Show) Hobart City Hall, Hobart, TAS

Tuesday, April 12th, 2022  (Sold Out) (Originally Saturday, December 4th, 2021) Hordern Pavilion, Sydney, NSW

Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 (Originally Sunday, December 5th, 2021) Hordern Pavilion, Sydney, NSW

Thursday, April 14th, 2022 (Originally Wednesday, December 1st, 2021) Riverstage, Brisbane, QLD

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