Returning for a third year after stellar seasons in 2022 and 2023, Always Live has ripped the lid of its 2024 line-up, revealing both international heavyweights and some of our finest homegrown talents. The statewide slate of events will include large-scale shows, one-off gigs and intimate sets that traverse genres. Happening from November 22 through to December 8, Always Live is absolutely huge, featuring 289 artists across more than 65 events, including 208 artists from the state of Victoria.
The festival, which is supported by the Victorian government, is a statewide celebration taking place all across Victoria. In fact, 35 per cent of this year’s program is happening in regional Victoria, from Ballarat and Bendigo to Gippsland and Geelong. Alongside the big venues, grassroots and local venues are centre stage for Always Live.
A special party called Tramp, produced in conjunction with Summer Camp, will feature Rico Nasty, Big Wet and Absolute and more.
Fans of the White Stripes rejoice, because Jack White will play an intimate gig at the Corner Hotel, as well as popping up at Ballarat Town Hall. Elsewhere, we'll also be treated to performances from the one and only Tina Arena, alternative powerhouse St Vincent and a special set from Chet Faker, live at the Royal Botanic Gardens. Also at the gardens, Tash Sultana will play a rare Aussie set.
Those looking for something heavier can rock it out with Californian punk-rock legends The Offspring, or enjoy some nostalgia with Missy Higgins as she celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Sound of White.
For the ravers among us, master of TikTok-viral visual installations Anyma will take over Flemington Racecourse, fresh off a sold-out residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas.
For more information about tickets, your best bet is to check out individual events over on the Always Live website.
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