Perfectly recreated costumes, mannerisms, and even vocal performance and playing style – the best part of watching a tribute act perform is, not only do you get to see some of your favourite songs performed live, but because the performers are huge fans of the artist too, a tribute show is always performed with a reverence that honours the artist being paid tribute too.
Whether you’re reliving the glory days of your youth, seeing an artist or album you never had a chance to enjoy live, or simply enjoying a fun night out with friends, Ticketmaster’s guide to the best tribute acts performing around Australia, Sounds Familiar, has you covered.
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After opening in 2017 to rave reviews, WANNABE has toured the UK, Europe & headlined the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Inspired by the Spice Girls career, the show features classic costumes, unique vocal & musical arrangements, iconic dance routines and spectacular visual flair.
It’s been 50 years since Neil Diamond stepped on stage with a symphony orchestra and recorded one of the greatest live albums of all time. Now Hot August Night will be re-created in its original format by Peter and the Sydney International Orchestra.
Bjorn Again have performed over 7000 in over 120 countries world-wide, are endorsed by the members of ABBA and are regarded as the most successful tribute show of all time.
Queen Forever look and sound like Queen and will take you back to the glory days when Queen rocked the world. With authentic costumes, a lavish production, you’ll feel like you’re at a real Queen concert at Wembley Stadium.
Hear wonderfully authentic renditions of the great classic hits from his songbook, including Superstition, Sir Duke, Higher Ground, Master Blaster, Signed Sealed Delivered, I Wish, Uptight and many more, as well as an onscreen journey through the cultural moments and movements for which Stevie’s music became the soundtrack.
Starring three of the world’s leading Elvis Tribute artists – Vic Trevino Jnr, Ben Thompson and Steve Michaels – Elvis An American Trilogy a two-hour festival, celebrating all the eras of Elvis, culminates with the famous ‘White Eagle Jump Suit’ era.
This September, as part of Night At The Barracks, Australian supergroup, Australian Rock Collective (ARC) are paying tribute to the final piece of The Beatles’ ever-lasting legacy ‘Let It Be’
This stunning live performance celebrates the 50 year legacy of Jimi Hendrix and pays tribute to the anniversaries of Hendrix’s studio albums while bringing the distinct flair of his iconic performances as only Harts can.
Complete with orchestra, the Bootleg’s show will feature many songs and hits from the entire Beatles’ catalogue, spanning the early days of Beatlemania through Sgt Pepper to ‘The End’, with every last Beatle detail performed with the Bootleg’s trademark, spine-tingling accuracy.
This all new Queen tribute show comes from well-known Australian Freddie Mercury impersonator Thomas Crane. Thomas, with his hot band Bohemian Rhapsody, bring back to life the visual excitement, sound, and stage energy of a Queen concert.
Fresh from celebrating 10 years headlining on the Las Vegas strip, the Australian Bee Gees Show will be heading to Australia for their 25th-anniversary tour. This new show will be presented in two parts and feature all the hits in a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
After opening in 2017 to rave reviews, WANNABE has toured the UK, Europe & headlined the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Inspired by the Spice Girls career, the show features classic costumes, unique vocal & musical arrangements, iconic dance routines and spectacular visual flair.
HIGH VOLTAGE- The AC/DC Experience delivers all the heart-pounding, blood-pumping, high-octane energy that AC/DC is famous for as well as perfected note-for-note renditions of all of your favourite AC/DC hits!
Hear wonderfully authentic renditions of the great classic hits from his songbook, including Superstition, Sir Duke, Higher Ground, Master Blaster, Signed Sealed Delivered, I Wish, Uptight and many more, as well as an onscreen journey through the cultural moments and movements for which Stevie’s music became the soundtrack.
The Honey Sliders are bringing The Rooftop Concert back to life, along with an extended set of Beatles’ hits and rarities, all in front of a dazzling movie projection. Far from being Beatles impersonators, The Honey Sliders are made up of some of the most respected musicians in Australia.
On February 27, 1977, Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny and Anni-Frid touched down in Australia’s Harbour City to kick off what was ABBA’s first and last tour Down Under. Now, one of Australia’s most exciting ABBA tribute shows, Gold – The Ultimate ABBA Show, is ready to bring the nostalgia and the magic of ABBA’s record breaking 1977 tour back to the stage.
John Lennon was the voice of a generation, and for many more that followed. Imagine and so many other albums and songs remain poignant and relevant today. With an intimate take on classic hits, including the Imagine album favourites, come and experience this iconic show – The Lennon Songbook in Concert – Lennon like you’ve never heard before.
The siren call of the 1980’s – spandex and all – is beckoning crowds in all areas of Australia. Rewind 80’s promises to pull out all the stops from the decade of big hair and even bigger tunes. The multi-piece live show is set to bring out two live party sets, asking guests to prepare to be immersed in a huge celebration of nostalgia. Tracks from David Bowie, Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, Kim Wilde, Guns N’ Roses and more are on the mixtape setlist on the night.
Direct from the UK, The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation of the legendary 1960’s rock gods The Doors in the world today. The band re-create the sound, look, presence and magic of a real 1960’s Doors concert.
Just Floyd are an Adelaide based 7 piece Pink Floyd tribute show focused on performing an accurate and spine tingling representation of the yesteryear music from the Pink Floyd repertoire. The talent of each and every member shines through in a unique and seamless performance totalling decades of musical stage experience and an unsurpassed passion for Pink Floyd.
This stunning live performance celebrates the 50 year legacy of Jimi Hendrix and pays tribute to the anniversaries of Hendrix’s studio albums while bringing the distinct flair of his iconic performances as only Harts can.
Complete with orchestra, the Bootleg’s show will feature many songs and hits from the entire Beatles’ catalogue, spanning the early days of Beatlemania through Sgt Pepper to ‘The End’, with every last Beatle detail performed with the Bootleg’s trademark, spine-tingling accuracy.
Letz Zep possess the considerable musical ability required to produce a completely convincing recreation of Led Zeppelin in their prime, complete with the tight but loose raw excitement that was the trademark of a Led Zeppelin concert
Don’t miss this 10 piece powerhouse band featuring internationally acclaimed artists who faithfully recreate the dynamic live performances of some of your favourite Motown legends.
Meat Loaf: The Concert is two hours of nothing but show stopping hits of the iconic singer, Meat Loaf, and the hits penned by his long-time collaborator and friend, Jim Steinman. The concert will feature an eight-piece band fronted by lead singer, Rick Szabo, who is no stranger to taking on the role of singing the songs of one of the world’s unmatched vocalists.
Don’t miss this 10 piece powerhouse band featuring internationally acclaimed artists who faithfully recreate the dynamic live performances of: The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Martha and The Vandellas, The Four Tops, Fontella Bass, The Jackson Five, Smokey Robinson and more.
This all new Queen tribute show comes from well-known Australian Freddie Mercury impersonator Thomas Crane. Thomas, with his hot band Bohemian Rhapsody, bring back to life the visual excitement, sound, and stage energy of a Queen concert.
English powerhouse rockers Pink Floyd came to our shores in 1988 in support of their album A Momentary Lapse of Reason. Now, 35 years later, Australia’s own Echoes of Pink Floyd bring you their painstakingly crafted homage to this amazing concert experience, Signs of Life.
Join the glamour, the scandal and the madness of the 1920s – encounter marvellous performers and peculiar characters from Gatsby’s inner circle, enjoy a breathtaking 3.5 hour stage show of burlesque, live music and circus, and party to modern classics with a Gatsby twist ‘till the sun rises.
For more than 40 years Johnny Cash and June Carter enthralled audiences around the world with their songs of life, love, and heartache. A love story played out through some of the greatest songs ever written. Now Jeff Carter and Brooke McMullen bring these songs back to the stage in this two-hour live concert event.
After opening in 2017 to rave reviews, WANNABE has toured the UK, Europe & headlined the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Inspired by the Spice Girls career, the show features classic costumes, unique vocal & musical arrangements, iconic dance routines and spectacular visual flair.
Hear wonderfully authentic renditions of the great classic hits from his songbook, including Superstition, Sir Duke, Higher Ground, Master Blaster, Signed Sealed Delivered, I Wish, Uptight and many more, as well as an onscreen journey through the cultural moments and movements for which Stevie’s music became the soundtrack.
English powerhouse rockers Pink Floyd came to our shores in 1988 in support of their album A Momentary Lapse of Reason. Now, 35 years later, Australia’s own Echoes of Pink Floyd bring you their painstakingly crafted homage to this amazing concert experience, Signs of Life.
Conducted by George Ellis, the 24-piece symphony orchestra will perform the best of David Bowie featuring songs from his entire songbook. Special Guest Vocalists are Steve Kilbey from The Church, Steve Balbi, Jeff Duff, and Chris Cooke.
A 24 piece symphony orchestra conducted by George Ellis with Special Guest Vocalists Darren Percival, Jason Singh (Taxiride) Glenn Cunningham and Dave Wilkins will perform over two hours of The Beatles classics.
Fresh from celebrating 10 years headlining on the Las Vegas strip, the Australian Bee Gees Show will be heading to Australia for their 25th-anniversary tour. This new show will be presented in two parts and feature all the hits in a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Multi-platinum Australian soul and R&B artist Gary Pinto brings his love and respect of Sam Cooke, to life in his new live show ‘Sam Cooke – The Music’. Be taken on a journey celebrating the life of a man who paved the way for many and who’s legacy has earned him the title of The Godfather of Soul to this day
Letz Zep possess the considerable musical ability required to produce a completely convincing recreation of Led Zeppelin in their prime, complete with the tight but loose raw excitement that was the trademark of a Led Zeppelin concert
Fresh from celebrating 10 years headlining on the Las Vegas strip, the Australian Bee Gees Show will be heading to Australia for their 25th-anniversary tour. This new show will be presented in two parts and feature all the hits in a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
It’s been 50 years since Neil Diamond stepped on stage with a symphony orchestra and recorded one of the greatest live albums of all time. Now Hot August Night will be re-created in its original format by Peter and the Sydney International Orchestra.
Hear wonderfully authentic renditions of the great classic hits from his songbook, including Superstition, Sir Duke, Higher Ground, Master Blaster, Signed Sealed Delivered, I Wish, Uptight and many more, as well as an onscreen journey through the cultural moments and movements for which Stevie’s music became the soundtrack.
Direct from the UK, The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation of the legendary 1960’s rock gods The Doors in the world today. The band re-create the sound, look, presence and magic of a real 1960’s Doors concert.
Starring three of the world’s leading Elvis Tribute artists – Vic Trevino Jnr, Ben Thompson and Steve Michaels – Elvis An American Trilogy a two-hour festival, celebrating all the eras of Elvis, culminates with the famous ‘White Eagle Jump Suit’ era.
Complete with orchestra, the Bootleg’s show will feature many songs and hits from the entire Beatles’ catalogue, spanning the early days of Beatlemania through Sgt Pepper to ‘The End’, with every last Beatle detail performed with the Bootleg’s trademark, spine-tingling accuracy.
English powerhouse rockers Pink Floyd came to our shores in 1988 in support of their album A Momentary Lapse of Reason. Now, 35 years later, Australia’s own Echoes of Pink Floyd bring you their painstakingly crafted homage to this amazing concert experience, Signs of Life.
Bjorn Again are so excited to back playing all of ABBA’s biggest hits in an action-packed, highly-entertaining concert that is ABBA-SOLUTE fun for the whole family. Bjorn Again have performed over 7000 in over 120 countries world-wide, are endorsed by the members of ABBA and are regarded as the most successful tribute show of all time.
Hear wonderfully authentic renditions of the great classic hits from his songbook, including Superstition, Sir Duke, Higher Ground, Master Blaster, Signed Sealed Delivered, I Wish, Uptight and many more, as well as an onscreen journey through the cultural moments and movements for which Stevie’s music became the soundtrack.
