Living legend Herbie Hancock is set to light up stages across Australia and New Zealand in October, in his first visit since 2019, promising an electrifying evening from one of music’s most revered names. And for one special performance, bass great Marcus Miller will be Herbie’s support on the Sidney Myer Music Bowl stage with an electrifying evening of music to kick off the 2024 Melbourne International Jazz Festival.
The Herbie Hancock tour will commence at Auckland’s Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre on October 8, followed by Michael Fowler Centre in Wellington on October 9. It heads to Sydney for 2 shows at the Opera House Concert Hall on October 11 and 12, followed by Canberra Theatre on October 14, QPAC Concert Hall in Brisbane on October 17, and a starring role at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival – Sidney Myer Music Bowl on October 19. Next stop is Adelaide’s Festival Theatre on October 20, concluding at Perth Concert Hall on October 22.
A Live Nation pre-sale commences Wednesday, July 10 at 9am, running until Thursday, July 11 at 8am.
General public tickets go on sale on Thursday, July 11 at 9am. All times local.
NB: Opera House pre-sales commence July 9 at 9am, and Sidney Myer Music Bowl general on sale commences July 9 from 1pm (local).
With a career spanning seven decades and a staggering 14 GRAMMY awards, few artists have had more influence on modern music than Herbie Hancock. The creative force behind timeless classics like Cantaloupe Island, Chameleon, and Rockit, Hancock’s genre-transcending appeal and unmistakable style have cemented his status as “today’s greatest living artist,” as extolled by The Washington Post. As the immortal Miles Davis said in his autobiography, “Herbie was the step after Bud Powell and Thelonious Monk, and I haven’t heard anybody yet who has come after him.” He has transcended limitations and genres while maintaining his unmistakable voice, amazing audiences across the globe.
This is an opportunity not to be missed – join this icon of modern music as he takes to the stage across Australia and New Zealand this October.
MARCUS MILLER JOINS HERBIE HANCOCK IN SPECIAL MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL SHOW AT THE BOWL
Living legend Herbie Hancock is also set to light up the Sidney Myer Music Bowl stage with an electrifying evening of music to kick off the 2024 Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Making his long-awaited Australian debut, Marcus Miller, consistently recognised as one of the greatest electric bassists of all time, has captivated the international music scene with his unparalleled talent for over 30 years. Renowned for his legendary technique and feel, Miller has been the first-choice player for artists so great they need only go by one name: Miles. Dizzy. Aretha. Chaka. Elton. Herbie.
“Having Herbie Hancock and Marcus Miller perform on the same evening at the iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl is nothing short of extraordinary,” says festival artistic director, Michael Tortoni. “These two legends have shaped the soundscape of modern music in profound ways. Bringing them together in such a historic venue underscores the significance of Jazz at the Bowl and offers our audience a unique experience. It’s a celebration of iconoclastic excellence that will resonate for years to come.”
Herbie Hancock will be joined by a stellar band:
Herbie Hancock – Piano / Keyboard
Terence Blanchard – Trumpet
Lionel Loueke – Guitar / Vocals
James Genus – Bass
Jaylen Petinaud – Drums
Rounding out the line-up is one of the country’s most vibrant and compelling soul singers, award-winning composer, producer and Noongar woman, Bumpy. With her powerful voice and emotive performances, Bumpy has carved out a unique place in the Australian music scene, captivating audiences with her raw talent and neo-soul storytelling.
Now in its third year, Jazz at the Bowl has firmly established itself as a truly unique festival-only experience. This year raises the bar yet again, providing audiences with a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness the legendary Herbie Hancock live—under the stars—at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.
Melbourne International Jazz Festival’s full 2024 program will be announced in August.
EVENT DETAILS
Jazz at the Bowl
Saturday 19 October
Gates open at 4pm
Sidney Myer Music Bowl
Jazz at the Bowl tickets go on sale on Tuesday 9 July at 1pm via www.melbournejazz.com.
HERBIE HANCOCK AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND 2024
KIRI TE KANAWA THEATRE, AUCKLAND TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8
MICHAEL FOWLER CENTRE, WELLINGTON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9
OPERA HOUSE CONCERT HALL, SYDNEY* FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11
OPERA HOUSE CONCERT HALL, SYDNEY* SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12
CANBERRA THEATRE, CANBERRA MONDAY, OCTOBER 14
QPAC CONCERT HALL, BRISBANE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17
SIDNEY MYER MUSIC BOWL, MELBOURNE** SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19
FESTIVAL THEATRE, ADELAIDE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20
CONCERT HALL, PERTH TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22
Live Nation pre-sale: Wednesday, July 10 at 9am – Thursday, July 11 at 8am.
General public tickets on sale: Thursday, July 11 at 9am.
*Opera House pre-sale commences July 9 at 9am, on sale Thursday, July 11 at 9am.
**Sidney Myer Music Bowl (Melbourne International Jazz Festival) on sale commences July 9 from 1pm.
All times local.
For more information head to livenation.com.au and livenation.co.nz