Overview
With special guests Kasey Chambers, The Paper Kites, Troy & Jem Cassar-Daley and Georgia Mooney
One of the country’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, Bernard Fanning, will make his way to On the Banks for a Brisbane ‘Final Encore’ performance for his Tea & Sympathy 20th Anniversary tour, on Sunday, 15 March.
Celebrating two decades since the release of his critically acclaimed debut solo album, the Brisbane-born powerhouse and former Powderfinger frontman has solidified himself as a staple in the Australian music landscape, with his emotive and distinctive voice completely capturing hearts.
His trophy cabinet holds seven number one albums, 23 ARIA Awards, five APRA Awards and his catalogue has lasted the test of time. With top hits like “Wish You Well”, “Songbird”, “Watch Over Me” and “Thrill is Gone” all engrained in the Australian psyche, the city is bound to sing it’s heart out with Bernard at On the Banks.
Bernard Fanning will be joined at On the Banks by Kasey Chambers, The Paper Kites, Troy & Jem Cassar-Daley and Georgia Mooney.
Lineup
- Main Act Bernard Fanning
- Special Guests Kasey Chambers, The Paper Kites, Troy & Jem Cassar-Daley and Georgia Mooney
About On the Banks
On the Banks is an outdoor concert series presented in collaboration between QPAC and South Bank Corporation. Hosted at the Cultural Forecourt, South Bank, against the stunning riverside backdrop of the Brisbane City skyline, this celebration of live music captures the essence of a Queensland summer – warm evenings, world-class performances, and an inviting community atmosphere. As the sun sets, On the Banks transforms the riverside into a hub of sound, connection, and creativity.
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