Hang on to your hats and seats, folks, because here comes a line-up that will knock your socks off.
Multi-award winner Dave Gleeson (The Screaming Jets/The Angels) will join forces with Aria Hall of Famer and multi-award winner Russell Morris and music giants Jack Jones (Southern Sons), Rai Thistlethwayte (Thirsty Merc/Joe Satriani/Sammy Hagar) performing their biggest hits together on stage as the Caprettos get back together and on the road in October.
Appearing as The Fabulous Caprettos, the four will perform together on stage for the entire concert; combining their unique musical virtuosities and stage presence to reimagine some of Australian rock music history's most memorable moments from the 60s to the present day plus new songs and surprises.
"The group's name comes from a band in-joke," Russell said.
"Someone jokingly referred to us as the "greatest of all time" or GOAT, but we didn't want to appear egotistical. So, we replaced the acronym with the Italian word for goat-capretto."
The four friends will play a selection of their favourite songs, including Russell Morris' spirit of the 60s anthems, The Real Thing and Sweet Sweet Love, Southern Sons hits Hold Me in Your Arms, Always and Ever, Heart of Danger, Thirsty Merc pop songs, In the Summertime, 20 Good Reasons, Mousetrap Heart, and Someday, Someday and Screaming Jets rock anthems such as Better, C'Mon and Shivers.
"The boys and I absolutely love playing together as The Fabulous Caprettos," Russell said.
"It breathes new life into all our hit songs when we play them together."
Special guest GOAT Joe Camelleri from The Black Sorrows will join the Fabulous Caprettos in Western Australia for two special shows - one in Perth and one in Mandurah.
This is a show for dedicated music lovers by four of Australia's most respected musicians.
ABOUT THE CAPRETTOS
RUSSELL MORRIS
Russell Morris is an iconic Australian singer-songwriter renowned for his distinctive voice and versatile musical talent. Morris began his music career in the 1960s as the lead vocalist for the band Somebody's Image. He gained prominence with hits like Hush and The Real Thing, which became chart-toppers in Australia and established him as a significant figure in the local music scene.
In 2012, Morris experienced a resurgence in popularity with the release of the album Sharkmouth, which delved into Australia's history through a collection of blues and rock tracks inspired by real-life stories. The album earned widespread acclaim and numerous awards, including the ARIA Award for Best Blues and Roots Album.
JACK JONES
Irwin Thomas, also known by his stage name Jack Jones, is an Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist and lead singer of Southern Sons, who released three albums, multi-platinum sales and a string of hits such as Heart In Danger, Always & Ever, Hold Me In Your Arms,Waiting For That Train, I Can't Wait Any Longer, Lead Me To Water, You Were There, Don't Tell Me What's Right (Feat Colin Hay of Men At Work) and Trust In Me.
Jack has also recorded and performed with artists such as John Farnham, Glen Shorrock (Little River Band), Tina Arena, Tommy Emmanuel, Rick Price, Richard Clapton, Garry Beers (INXS), Dweezil Zappa, Ahmet Zappa, Jeff Jacobs (Foreigner), Schuyler Deale (Michael Bolton, Billy Joel), Crystal Talefiero (Billy Joel), Joe Travers (Billy Idol, ZappaPlaysZappa), Deb Byrne, Stoolz Roachman and the Idiot Sevilles, Renee Geyer, Bachelor Girl, Jon Stevens, Ian Moss, Doug Parkinson and so many more.
DAVE GLEESON
Dave Gleeson is a rock legend whose powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence have left an indelible mark on the Australian music scene. Born with an innate passion for rock and roll, Gleeson rose to prominence as a founding member of the renowned band The Screaming Jets. With their energetic performances and hard-hitting sound, The Screaming Jets became a force to be reckoned with, delivering hit after hit that resonated with fans across the country.
Gleeson has also stepped into the role of frontman for another iconic Australian band, The Angels. Gleeson's tenure with The Angels solidified his reputation as one of Australia's s most dynamic and versatile rock vocalists.
Gleeson has also made his mark in radio, hosting the popular radio show 'Dave Gleeson Nights' on the Triple M Network.
RAI THISTLETHWAYTE
Rai Thistlethwayte is an Australian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. In the late 1990s, Thistlethwayte rose to prominence as the lead vocalist, keyboardist, and primary songwriter for Thirsty Merc. The band achieved commercial success with their self-titled debut album, which featured hit singles like In the Summertime and Someday, Someday. Thistlethwayte's distinctive voice and catchy compositions helped propel Thirsty Merc to the forefront of the Australian music scene.
As a solo artist, Thistlethwayte has released several albums, showcasing his versatility as a musician and exploring a range of musical styles, including pop, rock, and soul. His solo work highlights his prowess as a vocalist and his ability to craft poignant, introspective lyrics that resonate with audiences.
TOUR DATES
Thurs 3 October Event Centre Caloundra
Fri 4 October Twin Towns Tweed Heads
Thurs 10 October Norwood Town Hall Adelaide
Fri 11 October Anitas Thirroul
Sun 13 October Toronto Hotel, Newcastle
Wed 16 October West Gippsland Arts Warragul
Thurs 17 October Palms Crown Melbourne
Fri 18 October Crown Theatre Perth (with guest Joe Camilleri)
Sat 19 October Ravenswood Hotel Outdoors, Mandurah (with Joe Camilleri)
Tickets: https://bit.ly/TFCTickets2024
Therese Murray
Wordsmith. Senior journalist. Editor. I have a proven track record in helping people and communities solve their problems. My career is all about telling stories.
Wordsmith. Senior journalist. Editor. I have a proven track record in helping people and communities solve their problems. My career is all about telling stories.
