A CELEBRATION OF
CLASSIC OZ ROCK!
NOISEWORKS, IAN MOSS, ROSS WILSON, RICHARD CLAPTON, DRAGON & CHOIRBOYS!
PETERSONS WINERY, ARMIDALE – SATURDAY MARCH 10
The national concert series a day on the green celebrates classic Oz Rock with its first event at Petersons Winery, Armidale on Saturday March 10 2012.
Noiseworks, Ian Moss, Ross Wilson, Richard Clapton, Dragon and Choirboys will perform in a five hour musical feast; a celebration of the Australian rock music history they have so vibrantly helped define. And how’s this for value – all six fantastic bands for only $89!
You’re gonna hear classics like ‘Take Me Back’, ‘Touch’, ‘Love Somebody’, ‘No Lies’, ‘Tucker’s Daughter’, ‘Bow River’, ‘When The War Is Over’, ‘Eagle Rock’, ‘Come Said The Boy’, ‘Cool World’, ‘Girls On The Avenue’, ‘Capricorn Dancer’, ‘April Sun In Cuba’, ‘Are You Old Enough’, ‘Run To Paradise’ and ‘Boys Will Be Boys’ to name just a few.
This summer marks the 11th year of a day on the green. After close to 300 shows and more than two million happy patrons, the a day on the green experience of good food, good wine and great music is firmly established as one of Australia’s most popular concert events.
The event is renowned for its wonderful line-ups and for this first show in the New England Tablelands, Petersons Winery promises to be one giant sing-a-long of home-grown hits!
a day on the green is a general admission concert and encourages patrons to bring rugs, deck chairs and their own picnic food, or alternatively purchase food on site from quality local providers. With a magnificent location, classic rock all day long and tickets at just $89 – it sounds like a sensational value-for-money party day to us!
EVENT INFORMATION:
a day on the green is a fully licensed event. Strictly no BYO alcohol. Food will be available on site or BYO picnic. Deck chairs and picnic rugs are recommended. For all event information, go to www.adayonthegreen.com.au.
TICKETING INFORMATION:
General Admission (front reserved area): $125 plus booking fee.
General Admission: $89 plus booking fee.
TRANSPORT & ACCOM INFORMATION:
For all accommodation enquiries, contact the Armidale Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6770 3888 or email tourism@armidale.nsw.gov.au.
For a totally relaxing day, leave the car at home and travel by coach! This is the preferred transport option for many of our patrons. Edwards Coaches will be providing transport from around the region including from Inverell, Moree, Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Tamworth and Glen Innes. For enquiries, phone (02) 6772 3116.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
NOISEWORKS – For nearly a decade Noiseworks reigned as one of Australia’s most popular and acclaimed rock bands. Led by the charismatic Jon Stevens, the band sold in excess of 1.2 million albums that spawned 15 hit singles including ‘No Lies’, ‘Take Me Back’, ‘Hot Chilli Woman’ and ‘Love Somebody’. Since reforming, Noiseworks have retained their brilliant live reputation and are working on their first new album since 1991.
IAN MOSS - ‘Mossy’ holds a revered place in Australian music. Performing songs covering both his Cold Chisel and solo careers, Mossy’s soulful vocals and incredible guitar playing ensure his live sets are always amazing. Following the extraordinary Cold Chisel reunion tour, this master musician will be in red hot form.
ROSS WILSON – Singer, songwriter and producer Ross ‘Mr Eagle Rock’ Wilson is one of the truce icons of the Aussie music industry. From the legendary Daddy Cool through 80’s chart-toppers Mondo Rock, through his acclaimed solo work including latest album ‘I Come In Peace’, Ross’s live shows are always huge a day on the green favourites.
RICHARD CLAPTON – Richard has endeared himself to music-lovers everywhere through his heartfelt inspired performances and a songbook that defines our times. With hits like ‘Girls On The Avenue’, ‘Deep Water’, ‘Capricorn Dancer’, Richard is a thoroughly deserving and popular inductee into the ARIA Hall Of Fame.
DRAGON - With an unforgettable run of chart-toppers like ‘Are You Old Enough’, ‘April Sun In Cuba’, ‘Still In Love With You’, ‘Rain’ and many others, Dragon’s legacy is of one of Australasia’s most successful pop bands. Joined several years ago by veteran vocalist Mark Williams as front man, a revitalised Dragon release a new EP ‘Chase The Sun’ in November and are thrilled to be back on stage again.
CHOIRBOYS - ‘Run to Paradise’, ‘Boys Will Be Boys’ and ‘Never Gonna Die’ are some of the rock classics that helped put the Choirboys distinctive stamp on Aussie rock’n’roll. Headed by rock belter Mark Gable, they charted a course from pubs to the charts with unflagging energy and commitment. Choirboys will kick off the day in great style.
Don’t miss the very first a day on the green at Petersons winery!
TICKETS ON SALE TUESDAY DECEMBER 6
From ticketmaster.com.au & 136 100
and the Armidale Visitors Information Centre (02) 6770 3888
