The biggest music show of the Adelaide Fringe this year is finally coming to Sydney for the first time (30 Aug-29 Sep) for the Sydney Fringe! Rock the night away with a high-octane music extravaganza 27 Club LIVE at the Sydney Spiegeltent – that’ll leave you praying to the rock gods for more.
Witness electrifying music and lore from legendary artists Janis Joplin, Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, and Jimi Hendrix, performed by many of Australia’s top rock icons including Sarah McLeod (The Superjesus), Kevin Mitchell (Jebediah), Carla Lippis (Mondo Psycho), Dusty Lee Stephensen (Wanderers), Justin Burford (End of Fashion, Rock of Ages), Virginia Lillye (The Voice) and Bek Jensen. Join them for the first time in Sydney as they salute the fated members of the 27 Club with music’s greatest set list ever!
Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips sat down with Sarah McLeod over a zoom call to discuss her role in the fabulous live rock show playing at this year’s Sydney Fringe Festival, Rock Legends ReBorn: 27 Club
One of the highest-selling shows at the second largest annual arts festivals in the world, Adelaide Fringe, 27 Club’s live rockumentary style captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike, winning the Best Music Award and earning rave reviews:
★★★★★ “You will be fighting the urge to get up and dance every moment of this electrifying performance.” – The Advertiser
★★★★★ “In all of my years of reviewing for Fringe, I have never been more entertained.” – InDaily
★★★★★ “65 minutes of raw energy, a rock concert that will blow your socks off!” – Glam Adelaide
★★★★★ “A masterclass in rock ‘n’ roll.” – InReview
Singer and guitarist Sarah McLeod said, “Every song in this show is a banger. We have so much fun performing this show, the cast knows how to put on a high-octane performance and the crowd is right there with us, singing, crying, laughing, dancing… the show delivers on all fronts.”
27 Club’s Creative Producer Zac Tyler said, “27 Club is a heartfelt tribute to the icons who have left an indelible mark on music history. We’re not just putting on a gig, we’re creating a full show experience that celebrates the raw power and timeless influence of these music legends.”
So Sydney, come as you are to a night of rock ‘n’ roll magic starring the voices of a generation who left us too soon but whose legacy lives on today.
Get your tickets today at sydneyfringe.com/events/27-club.
Dates: 30 August – 29 September 2024
Venue: Sydney Spiegeltent, The Entertainment Quarter, 122 Lang Rd, Moore Park NSW 2021
Tickets: From $59 General Admission, $49 Concession
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27 club features:
SARAH MCLEOD Sarah McLeod, the creative force behind ARIA Award-winning, platinum-selling rockers The Superjesus, has over 20 years in the industry. She has released three albums with The Superjesus (Sumo, Jet Age, Rock Music) and two solo albums (Beauty Was A Tiger, Rocky’s Diner). McLeod has also collaborated internationally on EDM tracks with DJs like Dzeko and Torres.
KEVIN MITCHELL Kevin Mitchell, also known as Bob Evans, is a founding member of Jebediah, with five studio albums, three of which entered the ARIA top ten. As Bob Evans, he released six solo albums, with Goodnight, Bull Creek! Earning an ARIA nomination. Mitchell has collaborated with top artists, including the side project Basement Birds.
CARLA LIPPIS
Carla Lippis, dubbed ‘the Satanic Liza Minelli,’ is known for her powerful vocals. She has performed in London’s West End, toured Europe with the Italian post-folk group Sacri Cuori, and collaborated with artists like Calexico and Marc Ribot. Her music spans genres from alt-country ballads to minimalist punk riffs and 60s Italian pop.
DUSTY LEE STEPHENSEN Dusty Lee Stephensen is a staple of Adelaide’s live music scene and frontman of Wanderers. Known for their captivating live presence, Wanderers won SA’s Best Blues/Roots band in 2017. Their self-titled debut EP, released in January 2022, blends funky guitars, soul, and disco with catchy hooks and big choruses.
JUSTIN BURFORD Justin Burford began his musical career at 17, joining The Sleepy Jackson and later forming End of Fashion. He has won two ARIA Awards and starred in the lead role of the Australian production of Rock of Ages, earning a Helpmann Award nomination. Justin also wrote and starred in KURT, celebrating Kurt Cobain’s life and music, and has written and starred in several short films.
VIRGINIA LILLYE Explosive and dynamic vocalist Virginia Lillye has wooed audiences across Australia and internationally and has shared many stages with rock royalty. Virginia’s original rock band, ‘Lillye’, signed with American record label, Eclipse Records and released their debut album worldwide in May 2018. The band have won several awards internationally and were nominated for ‘Best Rock Artist’ and ‘Best Hardcore/Metal Artist’ at the Australian Independent Music Awards.
BEK JENSEN Sydney songwriter Bek Jensen, delivers her vocals in a way that is moving, heartfelt, identifiable, and filled with 100% soul. Already established as an in-demand backing vocalist from the age of 16, Bek has recorded and toured nationally with Australia’s iconic artists including Cold Chisel, Jimmy Barnes and Mahalia Barnes, Tina Harrod, The Sleepy Jackson, Jackie Orszaczky and Clayton Doley and Lachy Doley to name just a few and has released numerous original recordings, Bekimochi, Lucky, and Magic and Art.