It’s been pretty quiet around the Australian music scene of late. Most of us are back at work, but it seems most musos are still on hiatus because I haven’t heard much about new releases or tours. Thank god for The Stiffys, who’ve taken advantage of the lull to announce a string of new shows.
The Stiffys Go Driving tour celebrates the fact that new guitarist Dev has a car, a luxury that’s allowing the band to head to a bunch of regional towns.
“It’s really great now that we have someone in the band who is capable of driving because Adam and I are both quite focused on enjoying the rock and roll lifestyle,” bassist Jason Leigh explained. “It’s been a lot easier for us to tour regional Australia since we transitioned from sailors to astronauts and I think people are being less confused by us.
These are the last Stiffys shows before the band heads back in the studio to record Art Rock Two. Catch them while you can at the following shows.
21 January 2016 – Phoenix Bar, Canberra
22 January 2016 – Rad Bar, Wollongong
23 January 2016 – Moruya Bowling Club, Moruya
5 February 2016 – The Eastern, Ballarat
12 February 2016 – The Sooki Lounge, Belgrave
19 February 2016 – The Loft, Warrnambool
5 March 2016 – Major Tom’s, Kyneton
12 March 2016 – Golden Vine Hotel, Bendigo
19 March 2016 – The Old Bar, Fitzroy