www.margaritaville.com/I always knew that the strong performance of the Aussie dollar would convince plenty of international artists to frequent our shores, but I’m not sure I was quite prepared for all the tours announced of late. The most recent addition to the list is Jimmy Buffet, who’s returning to Australia after 23 long years.
I have fond memories of growing up with Buffet’s music. I remember cheerfully singing “Why don’t we get drunk and spew” with my sister. Of course I learned years later the lyric was “screw,” but it’s probably a good thing Dad never corrected us! Come to think of it, I don’t think I ever got the full gist of “Margaritaville” either.
It’s a bit of a shame that Buffet’s only visiting Sydney, but I have a feeling that Parrotheads all over the country will be prepared to make the pilgrimage to the Opera House. Tickets go on sale on December 17 for the shows on January 23 and 24.