Two of Australasia’s greatest singer songwriters, Neil Finn and Paul Kelly, will bring their iconic songs to Armidale as a headlining act for A Day on the Green at Petersons Winery, Armidale on Saturday, March 9.
Finn and Kelly will share the stage throughout as members of the one band, singing and playing together a selection from their rich and varied songbooks.
The concerts will be a family affair, with the touring line-up to include Elroy Finn on drums and Dan Kelly on guitars.
“Paul and I have discussed doing a tour together since I thrashed him on my tennis court in St Kilda in ’93. Good things take time and the only problem we have is deciding which songs to leave out. Can’t wait,” said Neil Finn.
Special guest will be Mark Seymour whose powerful and passionate live performances with his band, The Undertow, are always crowd favourites, while acclaimed former Albury local Lisa Mitchell will grace the stage for the first time for A Day on the Green.
After the overwhelming success of the inaugural A Day on the Green in March this year, promoter Michael Newton said this second concert again offered a wonderful concert experience.
“To see these two incredible artists playing together for the first time and in such a unique collaborative way is something not to be missed,” he said.
“Neil and Paul’s national tour is all capital city venues, so it’s a testament to A Day on the Green to have the only two regional shows, one of those being in Armidale.”
Neil Finn’s songbook ranges across classics from Crowded House, Split Enz and Finn Brothers as well as his solo material, and includes the likes of ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’, ‘Something So Strong’, ‘Better Be Home Soon’, ‘Weather With You’ and ‘Four Seasons In One Day’.
Paul Kelly’s highly acclaimed new album ‘Spring and Fall’ was released in October, and follows eighteen studio albums as well as several film soundtracks (including Lantana and the 2006 Cannes Film Festival highlight, Jindabyne) and two live albums, in an influential career spanning more than thirty years. Kelly’s hit songs include the likes of ‘Before Too Long’, ‘Darling It Hurts’, ‘Dumb Things’, ‘To Her Door’ and ‘How To Make Gravy’.
Promoters urge patrons to buy their tickets quickly for the concert as, following the great success of the March event, tickets are sure to sell out quickly.
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 adayonthegreen.com.au.
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 from Ticketmaster.com.au and 136 100.
