After the buzz surrounding his inclusion on next year’s Laneway festival bill, enigmatic American singer-songwriter Daniel Johnston has announced two very special side shows.
The tour will support the album Is and Always Was, Daniel’s first release in eight years.
Daniel is known for selecting existing outfits to serve as his backing bands, and his Australian jaunt is no exception. Old Man River will join Daniel on stage for both the Laneways gigs and the headliner side shows.
It’s taken Daniel more than 30 years to visit Australia, so we shouldn’t expect a return visit any time soon. Make sure you see him at the following shows while you have the chance. Tickets to the shows went on sale today.
3 February 2010 – The Prince of Wales, Melbourne
4 February 2010 – Metro Theatre, Sydney
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