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Thursday
PRESENTED BY: Destroy All Lines
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To be announced
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CAKE make their long-awaited return to Australia for the first time in 15 years, bringing their unmistakable wit, groove and distinctive originality back to fans nationwide.
An Evening with CAKE features two full sets spanning the band’s remarkable catalogue, showcasing their genredefying brilliance. Fans can expect a set stacked with favourites, including the iconic ‘The Distance,’ ‘Short Skirt/Long Jacket,’ ‘Never There,’ ‘Frank Sinatra,’ ‘I Will Survive’ and more
"Although Australia is a distant continent for us, our memories of its wonderful audiences remain clear. We are delighted to have the opportunity to be part of that vibrant music scene once again." —Vincent DiFiore
More than three decades after forming, the group's commitment to its founding principles remains strong. Originally emerging as a somewhat antagonistic response to the prevailing trends of the era, CAKE has built a career defined by democratic decision-making, fierce independence and a sound that defies categorisation.
The band continues to operate entirely on its own terms, writing and recording in their solarpowered Sacramento studio, a facility that often generates more electricity than it consumes. Their longrunning CAKE Forest initiative has seen them give away a native tree sapling at every headline show, extending their environmental ethos far beyond the stage.
CAKE’s most recent album, Showroom of Compassion, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and was praised by The New Yorker as "deadpan brilliance.” Seamlessly blending elements of rock, funk, country, folk and pop, CAKE continues to create music that is unmistakably unique.
The band is currently completing work on their ninth studio album, due in 2027. The forthcoming record will include "Billionaire in Space" a new song that debuted during a Texas Public Radio session
Don’t miss one of America’s most distinctive and enduring live acts.
LICENSING INFORMATION
This event has mixed licensing. Please ensure that you check your tickets before you purchase them to ensure you are buying the correct tickets.
18+ only - The General Admission Floor and Reserved Seating in the Balcony, Sections 9 and 11 is licensed 18+ only. All ticket holders entering a licensed area MUST present one of the government approved IDs to gain entry into the venue. Photographs of ID’s will not be accepted.
NO I.D. / NO ENTRY
Unlicensed All Ages - Reserved Seating in Section 10 & Section 12 is All Ages and entirely unlicensed. No service of alcohol from the Food & Beverage outlets in these sections will be available.
Festival Hall strictly adheres to Responsible Serving of Alcohol practices. Patrons deemed by Festival Hall staff to be intoxicated and/or affected by drugs may be refused entry, not be served alcohol, asked to leave the venue, or may be removed from the venue.
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The Dudley St cloak room will open 30 minutes prior to doors. Cloak your items before lining up.
Backpacks and bags over 30x30cm will need to be cloaked before entry.
Empty or sealed soft plastic drink bottles 600ml or under permitted (lids removed). All other drink vessels must be cloaked prior to entry. Free water available from food & beverage outlets.
All ticket holders entering a licensed area MUST present a government approved ID. Photographs of ID’s will not be accepted. NO I.D. / NO ENTRY.
Venue management reserve the right to inspect any clothing, bags or items upon entry including the use of handheld metal detectors.
Photo policy: Phones and small handheld cameras permitted. Professional cameras, SLRs, detachable lenses, audio/video recording devices, selfie sticks, gimbals and similar equipment are prohibited.
Remember to be respectful of local residents and businesses. Please do not litter or disturb the peace when travelling to and from Festival Hall.
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