Australian Crawl, the iconic 1980s band that dominated the music scene with hits like 'Reckless' and 'The Boys Light Up,' is officially reuniting for a concert after nearly 40 years. The group, known for selling out stadiums and millions of records, broke up in 1986, leaving fans longing for a reunion. Now, the remaining members are set to perform together again.
Australian Crawl to Reunite After 40 Years
Original frontman James Reyne, guitarist Simon Binks, and drummer David Reyne will take the stage together for the first time in four decades at the Red Hot Summer Tour, an annual traveling music festival. Former member John Watson will also join them for this special performance. The lineup includes other legendary acts like Men at Work, Vika & Linda, Boom Crash Opera, Birds of Tokyo, Eskimo Joe, and Ella Hooper.
Schedule for the Upcoming Festival
The reunion tour will feature the following dates and venues:
- Saturday, October 17: Queens Park, Toowoomba
- Sunday, October 18: Sandstone Point Hotel
- Saturday, October 24: Berry Showground
- Sunday, October 25: Keirle Park, Manly
- Saturday, October 31: Roche Estate, Hunter Valley
- Sunday, November 1: Coolangatta Beach
- Saturday, November 7: Victoria Park, Ballarat
- Sunday, November 8: Mornington Racecourse
- Saturday, November 14: Sandalford Wines, Swan Valley
- Sunday, November 15: Glenelg Beach
Official ticket sales begin June 25, with specialized pre-sales on June 22 and normal pre-sales on June 23.
Formed in 1978 on the Mornington Peninsula, Australian Crawl started with small gigs and released major hits during their eight-year run, including 'Reckless,' 'The Boys Light Up,' and 'Beautiful People.' Their reunion marks a historic moment for fans and the music industry.
