You Am I (Strung Up Tour) – Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, Sunday 18 October 2026

You Am I, with a side of Strings: Aussie Pub Rock Goes Fine Dining

There's nothing better than standing out on the Opera House concourse with a mate and a beer, looking at the Harbour Bridge, waiting for a show to start. Jim and I did exactly that before You Am I took the stage, one of Australia's most beloved bands, playing one of the best Australian albums ever made, in one of the country's most spectacular venues. We hadn't even gone in yet.

Portugal. The Man: The Metro Theatre Sydney, 14 October 2028

Portugal. The Man: Rain Jackets and Bucket Hats
Neither of us had seen Portugal. The Man before, and as it turned out, neither of us really knew what we were getting ourselves into.

Photo credit: Peter Dovgan