South Summit are one of the coolest bands out of Boorloo/Perth, and that’s saying something. They just released their long-awaited debut album The Bliss, and they’re preparing to take their music around Aotearoa/New Zealand and Australia next year.
I encourage you to dive into the album, but if you’re short on time make sure you check out the band’s incredible version of “Roxanne” recording for Triple J’s Like a Version. A band as iconic as The Police set the bar so high, but these guys weren’t afraid of the challenge. It might be that new sound energy talking, but I think this fresh take might even be better than the original.
South Summit are psyched to hit the road with their new material, noting “We’re super looking forward to our AUS/NZ Album Tour next February/March! These are by far the biggest headline shows we’ve ever played, and we can’t wait to get out there and see everyone again. These shows feel a little extra special though, it’s been a while since we’ve toured the whole country, and showcasing our debut album is something we’ve been looking forward to for a long time. We’ve got a brand new live show for you guys, and plenty more treats for ya! See you guys on the road.”
Before that happens, this hardworking band also have plenty of summer festival appearances. Tickets are on sale now for all these shows:
22 November 2024 – The Push AA Tour @ Maydale Pavillion, Wopetbungundilar/Horsham (with The Rions + Jem Cassar-Daley)
24 November 2024 – Live at the Gardens @ Royal Botanic Gardens, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting Tash Sultana)
7 December 2024 – Rolling Sets Festival @ The Entrance Memorial Park, Darkinjung Country/The Entrance
14 December 2024 – Changing Tides Festival @ Kiama Showgrounds, Kiaram-a/Kiama
30 December 2024 – 1 January 2025 – Great Escape Festival @ Redbanks, Larapuna/Nugent
30 December 2024 – 1 January 2025 – NYE on the Hill @ The Farm, Brataualung Country/Loch Valley
4-5 January 2025 – Good Gumnuts Festival @ Agriplex, Pataway/Burnie
14 February 2025 – San Fran, Wellington
15 February 2025 – Double Whammy, Auckland
16 February 2025 – Loons, Christchurch
21 February 2025 – Brightside, Meeanjin/Brisbane
22 February 2025 – Oxford Art Factory, Eora/Sydney
23 February 2025 – Over The Ditch Festival @ The Station, Mulubinba/Newcastle
28 February 2025 – Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
1 March 2025 – Jive Bar, Tarntanya/Adelaide
8 March 2025 – The Rechabite, Boorloo/Perth
14-17 May 2025 – The Great Escape Festival, Brighton
Photo credit: Cedric Tang