Event |
Icehouse – an evening on the green |
Date |
Saturday February 18 2012 |
Venue |
Pioneers Womens Memorial Kings Park and Botanic Garden |
Featuring |
Icehouse, Washington, Josh Pyke, Clare Bowditch |
For the first time in 20 years, an evening on the green welcomes the triumphant return of ICEHOUSE to Perth.
Undoubtedly one of Australia’s most beloved, revered and successful bands, ICEHOUSE has been warmly embraced in their recent return to the concert and recording arenas. The band make their a day on the green debut with a series of events this summer, including Kings Park and Botanic Garden on Saturday February 18.
Charismatic ARIA Award-winner Washington is the show’s special guest, along with premier singer/songwriter Josh Pyke and the vivacious Clare Bowditch. This vibrant and eclectic line-up promises a bedazzling evening of Australian music.
With a career spanning over thirty years, ICEHOUSE has continued to transcend age groups with hit songs that are loved by audiences across several generations. In Australia the band has more than three million album sales, has charted eight top 10 albums and more than thirty Top 40 singles, while internationally sales exceed nine million albums with Top twenty singles (including No. 1’s) in USA, Canada, Britain and Europe – a remarkable achievement.
The recently released “White Heat: 30 Hits”, a three disc set which brings together every Icehouse single ever released plus a DVD of 32 film clips, debuted at #5 on the ARIA Charts and has romped to Gold status. The lovingly compiled tribute is a remarkable journey through the band’s career and a timely reminder of their contribution to Australian music history.
With classics like ‘Great Southern Land’, ‘Hey Little Girl’, ‘Crazy’ and ‘Electric Blue’, it will be an absolute pleasure to see them on stage in full flight once again. Reports from their shows in the Eastern states have been ecstatic about the power and musicality of the band, the timelessness of the songs, the strength of Iva Davies’ unique voice and the great show ICEHOUSE is delivering.
WASHINGTON’S platinum-selling, ARIA award-winning debut album ‘I Believe You Liar’ signaled her arrival as one of music’s hottest and most exciting new artists. With the album released in the UK, Europe and the US in the next few weeks, Washington is currently on a 20 date US tour with synth-rock pioneers OMD before undertaking her own headline tour of the UK in November.
Meanwhile Australian fans can devour a new eight-track offering ‘Insomnia’ on October 21, which includes the current radio fave ‘Holy Moses’. There’s no question Washington is an amazing new talent with a wow-factor in her live performances that has been astonishing fans and critics alike. Expect something special!
JOSH PYKE’s ability to weave intelligent lyrics with warm melodies and quirky song structures makes him everyone’s favourite modern-day storyteller. His 2007 album debut ‘Memories & Dust’ hit #4 on the chart and won three ARIA Awards, 2008’s ‘Chimney’s Afire’ hit #3 and also claimed an ARIA while the newly-released ‘Only Sparrows’ just debuted at #4. Josh’s irresistible pop tunes win new converts every day.
CLARE BOWDITCH’s gutsy lyrics, fascinating instrumentation and left-field humour have enraptured her to a huge fan base. She’s made three awesome albums, won an ARIA for Best Female Artist, was crowned Rolling Stone Magazine’s Woman of the year in 2010, opened shows for the legendary Leonard Cohen and is a social commentator and radio host amongst other things!
A sojourn in Berlin inspired Clare’s last album 2010’s ‘Modern Day Addiction’ which marked a decide change in direction for this stunning chanteuse. If there is a more enchanting, inimitable female singer/songwriter, we’d like to meet her!
Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster
| Concert and Canapes | $395.00 |
| Gold Reserved | $299.00 |
| Silver Reserved | $199.00 |
| General Admission | $99.00 |
CONCERT & CANAPE PACKAGE
This ticket is an all-inclusive concert and hospitality package. The Concert & Canapés area is positioned away from the stage where patrons can enjoy an exclusive and relaxed setting. It is ideal for couples or groups who want to enjoy delicious gourmet food and premium wines with the convenience of private restroom facilities; it’s the perfect opportunity to entertain clients, reward staff or to enjoy the day in style!
The Concert & Canapé area is a stand-up function – price includes food, beverages, concert ticket and your premium seating being available front of stage to view the show. A delectable array of hot and cold canapés and cocktail food will be offered, complemented by a selection of impressive West Cape Howe premium red and white wines, quality beers, sparkling white and refreshing soft drinks.
The Concert & Canapé area opens at 5.00pm and closes at 7.15pm where guests are welcomed to their premium seating are at the front of the stage. At the conclusion of the evening’s superb entertainment, make your way back to the Function area; relax and mingle with friends as refreshments are served for 30 minutes.
WE PLAY RAIN OR SHINE: If it looks like rain please bring wet weather protection (ponchos & raincoats). Umbrellas are not permitted into the venue.
WHAT TO BRING: Picnic rug and hamper, jacket, sun hat, sunscreen, sealed plastic bottled water/soft drink (only), comfy shoes and good vibes. (Seating – see below)
SEATING: Concert and Canape, Gold and Silver Reserved tickets include a dedicated seat. General Admission ticket holders will need to bring own seat if required. Low deck chairs are recommended. High deck chairs will be positioned at the rear of the venue. A seating area is provided for those with wheelchair requirements.
FOOD: A wide range of food options to suit all tastes and budgets will be available for purchase at the venue. Visit jdsfastfoods.com.au for menus and to pre-order hampers. Alternatively patrons may bring their own food/picnic. Please be aware of prohibited items listed under “Not Permitted”.
NOT PERMITTED: Strictly NO BYO alcohol and NO glass items. This is a fully licensed event. No tables or umbrellas, professional SLR cameras, video or recording equipment, metal cutlery, wine spikes, tents or sun shelters. The Botanic Garden is a smoke free venue.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY: All bags are subject to a safety and security search upon entry. No Pass Outs.
PARKING: Available along Lovekin, Forrest and May Drives. A drop off zone is located at the venue entrance on Lovekin Drive. ACROD Parking is located on Forrest Drive in close proximity to the DNA Tower. Access Forrest Drive via Park and Poole Avenue entrances, Crawley.
TICKETS: All tickets available through ticketmaster.com.au and 136 100. This is a licensed event. All patrons (including minors/babies) must have a valid ticket for entry.
MINORS: Children under 18 years of age who have purchased a ticket will only be permitted into the concert site if they are accompanied by their parent/step-parent or legal guardian. If a minor is NOT ACCOMPANIED by their parent/step-parent or legal guardian they will be refused entry to the concert and they will not receive a refund on their ticket.
