Oztix | News | Live Music Is Back: 1,000 Gigs To Go Ahead In NSW With Major Statewide Event

New South Wales has committed to the return of live music across the state with the announcement of a major statewide event this November.

Great Southern Nights, a NSW Government initiative in partnership with ARIA, will bring 1,000 COVID-safe gigs to Sydney and regional NSW with huge names locked into perform across the state including Jimmy Barnes, Paul Kelly, Tones & I, Tash Sultana, Thelma Plum, Missy Higgins, The Presets, The Teskey Brothers, Birds Of Tokyo, Amy Shark, The Veronicas and The Jungle Giants.

"This celebration of outstanding Australian artists and incredible live music venues across NSW gives us all something to look forward to, from event-goers to industry,” Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney, Stuart Ayres said.

“We’ll be able to get out and see Sydney and regional NSW come to life with some of Australia’s top acts including Jimmy Barnes, Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins and Tones and I alongside emerging artists in unexpected places.

“We’re inviting venues across NSW, from the bush to the city, to nominate to be involved in this exciting new event.

“With the NSW Government’s 24-hour economy strategy set to reinvigorate Sydney’s nightlife, Great Southern Nights will be a big step forward for our state’s live music and hospitality community that has been hit hard in recent times.”

ARIA CEO Dan Rosen added, “We’re proud to create this opportunity for Australian musicians, and help bring back the live music scene right across NSW.

“Live music events bring visitors, culture and excitement to communities. This initiative will provide an invaluable boost for the artists, crew, venues and music community that make gigs happen."

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