Tribute Bands.
The tribute bands or tribute shows listed on the following pages are well suited to corporate events and are some of the best live bands and impersonators currently playing around. If you would like to hire a band, please note the names of the acts you are most interested in and either email us via contact us or call us on (03) 9520 9109
IT'S MY LIFE - THE BON JOVI STORY
“It’s My Life” - The Bon Jovi Story pays tribute to one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Whether delivering a bonafide rock concert or a intimate theatre experience, “It’s My Life” tells the story of Bon Jovi from the early 80’s up to the present day. Featuring a stellar lineup of musicians with worldwide touring experience, a spectacular performance is guaranteed every time.
With their catchy hooks, good looks and irresistible pop-metal sound, its no wonder Bon Jovi became one of the best selling bands of all time with over 130 million albums sold world wide. Releasing hit after hit for over 25 years the band are still going strong but alas, very rarely include Australia in their world tours.
It's My Life is a high energy, charismatic and uncannily realistic tribute to Bon Jovi, recreating all the hits as faithfully as possible - Living On A Prayer, Wanted Dead Or Alive, Bad Medicine, Lay Your Hands on Me, You Give Love A Bad Name and many more! We will bring you back to the glorious 80's, 90's and 2000's in three decades of classic songs that made them the biggest band in the world!
WALK LIKE A MAN - A SALUTE TO FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS
Matt Hetherington is a multi-award winning theatre star. He has played dozens of lead roles and is considered one of the best live acts in Australia.
Matt has put together a hot new show that pays tribute to the timeless music of 'The Four Seasons' with - 'WALK LIKE A MAN - A Salutè To Franki Valli and the Four Seasons'. The show is the perfect feature act that includes hit song after hit song that is costumed and choreographed to perfection.
80S ON THE EDGE
80’s On The Edge delivers a powerful show in the spirit and style of the Aussie pub scene in the 80's - not too contrived, just great singing and playing, lots of energy and fun, fun, fun... With a killer 80’s repertoire (and some 70‘s tunes!), dynamic performances, exceptional vocals and quality sound, 80’s On the Edge creates the moods and rich vocal harmonies of songs by Fleetwood Mac and other cutting edge artists of the time like: Divinyls, Eurythmics, Blondie, David Bowie, Pat Benatar, Suzi Q, The Romantics, The Police, The Go-Gos and many more. Many of these original artists are still touring the world today with the songs that made the 80’s such a remarkable time for music.
DUSTY SPRINGFIELD STORY
Wendy Stapleton presents the outstanding tribute to the songs and career of Dusty Springfield, Britain’s greatest female pop singer.
Dusty Springfield endured a 35 year career in music because of her unique heartbreaking voice, and her unfailing belief in song writers such as Carol King, Gerry Gollin, Randy Newman, John Kander, Burt Bacharach and Hal David just to name of few.
Starring Wendy Stapleton as Dusty and featuring fabulous musical theatre singer/dancers and musicians, this show takes you on a colourful journey through all the hits of the 60’s 70’ 80’s and 90’s that made Dusty a household name.
This show is the original production that has delighted audiences all around Australia, New Zealand and The U.K.
AUSTRALIA'S BOYS OF MOTOWN
A modern twist on that distinct soul-pop sound that is Motown. Featuring familiar faces from many of Australia’s touring shows & musicals including Jersey Boys, Wicked, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Avenue Q, Grease the Arena Spectacular, Hairspray, The Voice & many more. These boys blend the world’s best-known originals, covers and remakes of Motown, with current chart hits in one Motown inspired spectacle!
A fully choreographed show with live vocals & sharp suits to match, this show is sure to leave you dancing in the street. Sing along to the music of Jackson 5, The Temptations, Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons to Bruno Mars. Start the night off with some Motown classics, and then watch the boys kick in the night with some of music’s most current Motown inspired hits.
THE SUBSTITUTES
The Substitutes have been around for about three years recreating that 60's excitement and rawness that often gets lost with cover bands. Listen to a Dave Davies guitar solo or a Keith Moon drum fill and know that the 60's were about experimentation and shock, not just good pop melodies.
WOULDN'T IT BE NICE if the GOOD VIBRATIONS and CALIFORNIA SUN could WIPEOUT the SUMMERTIME BLUES !
Well stop CALIFORNIA DREAMING, because with THE ENDLESS SUMMER BEACH PARTY, the TEQUILA will flow & everybody will TWIST & SHOUT and DANCE DANCE DANCE all night long. GOD ONLY KNOWS the FUN FUN FUN the boys will have, but the word in the PIPELINE is they are HANGIN' FIVE to turn your venue or function into a SUMMER HOLIDAY. The CALIFORNIA GIRLS and NOBLE SURFERS will be SURFIN' U.S.A. and CRUISIN' in your very own SURF CITY ! As the boys GET AROUND be quick to book them for you club, pub or function & let's all LIVE 4 THE SUN !!!
THE AUSTRALIAN U2 SHOW
What makes a band legendary rather than merely memorable? What ever it is U2 have certainly proven themselves to be more than just another band, and in a country renowned for its concept/tribute bands, The Australian U2 Show has been described by many as the best.
Forming originally because of the lead singers twin-like resemblance to Bono (the only tribute in the world with a stand alone Bono) touring both nationally and internationally, the band has surprised and delighted crowds with its authenticity. No detail has been overlooked, the members of The Australian U2 Show have refined both the look and sound of their famous Irish counterparts. assuring both an exciting and memorable show, a want to see again show, The Australian U2 Show.
The phenomenon known as INXS, is the most successful musical act ever to come out of Australia. They not only served as Rock Icons to a legion of fans locally, but also Internationally. Their combination of infectious dance rock and commanding stage presence, led by charismatic frontman Michael Hutchence, saw them dominate the world music charts for years.
INXSIVE are an act committed to closely reproducing not only the sound of INXS, but also the live show that made them as memorable as they are today. They are a group of talented musicians led by a flamboyant frontman, who have adapted their images to suit each respective member of INXS, which includes costumes and accessories, adding a theatrical element to the show.
With the combination of an impressive live sound and vibrant stage presence, INXSIVE give every audience the opportunity to re-experience the inspiring, and proudly Australian, music that INXS created over the years.
The Australian Divinyls Show brilliantly captures the sound, outrageous stage antics and passionate live shows of the Divinyls.
Chrissy Amphlett was one of the most iconic female singers in Australian music history. Known for her engaging stage presence, Divinyls had numerous hits throughout the 80’s and 90’s including: Science Fiction, Back to the Wall, Boys in Town, Sleeping Beauty, Pleasure & Pain and I Touch Myself.
Chrissy was one of a kind. Her wild energy, attitude and vocal style is faithfully captured by Xen, backed by a highly skilled, tight professional band.