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THE CRUEL SEA
‘LIVE AT THE GARDENS’
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
MARK SEYMOUR & THE UNDERTOW,
VIKA & LINDA
& LOOSE CONTENT
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS MELBOURNE – SATURDAY 8 MARCH
TICKETS ON SALE TUESDAY 17 DECEMBER
The honeymoon definitely ain’t over – legendary Aussie rockers THE CRUEL SEA are set to light up the Live At The Gardens stage with a very special performance at the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne on Saturday 8 March, 2025, delivering an unforgettable evening of raw energy and homegrown hits under the stars.
Joining THE CRUEL SEA are some of Australia’s most revered and exciting artists – MARK SEYMOUR & THE UNDERTOW, VIKA & LINDA and rising indie-alt rockers LOOSE CONTENT.
Presented by Roundhouse Entertainment, in conjunction with MG Live, this show is the latest addition to the highly anticipated March series of Live At The Gardens, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
Tickets for THE CRUEL SEA Live At The Gardensgo on sale Tuesday 17 December from Ticketmasterat 11.00am local time, with Live At The Gardens and Roundhouse presales beginning Monday 16 December at 10.00am local time.
Formed in 1987, THE CRUEL SEA carved their place in Australian music history with a genre-blurring sound, fusing blues, roots, surf, rock, soul and cinematic soundscapes, led by charismatic frontman Tex Perkins. Their albums The Honeymoon Is Over(1993) and Three Legged Dog (1995) catapulted them to national stardom, earning them eight ARIA Awards and cementing their legacy with hits like Better Get a Lawyer, Black Stick, Just A Man and The Honeymoon Is Over.
Their 1993 masterpiece, The Honeymoon Is Over, became the soundtrack of a generation, spending more than a year in the ARIA album chart, solidifying the seminal album its place in Australian history.
This Live At The Gardens show coincides with the release of THE CRUEL SEA’s first album in 23 years, Straight Into The Sun (released 7 March), marking an exciting new chapter in the band’s celebrated career and featuring the return of the classic lineup of Tex Perkins, Jim Elliott (drums), Ken Gormly (bass), Dan Rumour (guitar) and longtime collaborator, Matt Walker (guitar). “The Cruel Sea are back, and it feels so right,” declared Double J, echoing the excitement surrounding their highly anticipated return.
More than 30 years later, their live shows remain electric, with critics hailing their live performances as “a masterclass in atmosphere and grit”.
“An elite performance by an all-time great Australian band at the top of their game.”
Hi Fi Way Live
“Perkins remains one of this country’s more entertaining frontmen and his ability to swagger across the stage, engaging with the crowd is mesmerising.”
The Rockpit
“The Cruel Sea’s return to the stage after ten years was a joyful triumph.”
The Music
MARK SEYMOUR & THE UNDERTOW are led by one of Australia’s finest storytellers, Mark Seymour, whose poetic lyricism and emotional narratives have captivated audiences for more than four decades. Known for exploring themes of love, loss, and human resilience, their music blends personal introspection with a reflection on Australian identity and social issues. The group’s latest album,The Boxer, follows the critically acclaimed Slow Dawn, hailed as “arguably the finest album of Seymour’s storied career” (Rhythms). Their live sets feature iconic songs from Mark’s solo work alongside beloved Hunters & Collectors classics.
Dynamic duo VIKA & LINDA are Australia’s favourite singing sisters. They scored their first number one album in 2020 with their anthology ‘Akilotoa. Three months later, their gospel collection, Sunday (The Gospel According To Iso), debuted at number two. And in 2021, they released The Wait, their first album of original material in 19 years. In 2022, VIKA & LINDA were awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for their service to the performing arts.
Byron Bay indie/alt-rock trio LOOSE CONTENT have quickly made a name for themselves playing festivals and touring with legendary acts like Magic Dirt and The Cruel Sea. Inspired by Radiohead, Courtney Barnett and Talking Heads, they blend pop, punk, and art-indie-rock influences. Their latest single, Where The Hollow People Sleep, showcases their unique sound ahead of the release of their debut album, produced by Nick DiDia (Bruce Springsteen, Powderfinger).
What happens when Melbourne’s most-loved botanic gardens joins forces with one of Australia’s premier outdoor music event organisers? The result is Live At The Gardens – a unique concert series like no other! After captivating audiences during its spectacular November debut, this much-loved event returns for a brand-new series over two unmissable weekends in March 2025.
A collaboration between the iconic Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne and Roundhouse Entertainment – the highly experienced and successful team behind a day on the green – Live At The Gardens transforms the stunning Observatory Precinct into an enchanting outdoor concert space – ideally located in the heart of Melbourne.
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Tickets for Live At The Gardens’ March 2025 series on sale now for GROOVE ARMADA, RÓISÍN MURPHY and LAKE STREET DIVE. All event and ticket details at liveatthegardens.com.au
Tickets for THE CRUEL SEA with special guests MARK SEYMOUR & THE UNDERTOW, VIKA & LINDA and LOOSE CONTENT on sale on Tuesday 17 December at 11.00am local time from Ticketmaster.
LIVE AT THE GARDENS TOUR DATES
Friday 7 March, 2025
RÓISÍN MURPHY
with special guests to be announced
Saturday 8 March, 2025
THE CRUEL SEA JUST ANNOUNCED
with special guests Mark Seymour & the Undertow,
Vika & Linda and Loose Content
Sunday 9 March, 2025
GROOVE ARMADA – DJ SET
*Special Guests to be announced
Saturday 15 March, 2025
LAKE STREET DIVE
with special guests Playlunch and BATTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Patrons are advised to purchase tickets only through authorised ticket sellers. We cannot guarantee any ticket purchase made through any means other than the official ticketing agents listed on the Live At The Gardens, MG Live and Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria websites.
All event information liveatthegardens.com.au
TICKETING
ROUNDHOUSE MEMBER PRESALE
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Runs from: Monday 16 December 10.00am local time
For 24 hours or until presale allocation exhausted
LIVE AT THE GARDENS MEMBER PRESALE
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Runs from: Monday 16 December 10.00am local time
For 24 hours or until presale allocation exhausted
GENERAL PUBLIC ON SALE – THE CRUEL SEA
Tickets on sale Tuesday 17 December at 11.00amlocal time
From Ticketmaster
TICKET PRICE
General Admission $119.90
*A handling fee of $5.95 applies per transaction
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EVENT INFORMATION
Live At The Gardens is Licensed All-Ages. Strictly no BYO alcohol or food. Broad offering of food and beverages will be available on site with every attempt to ensure all dietary requirements are catered for. Everyone requires a paid ticket excluding babies in arms 24 months and under. Patrons under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian at all times.
TRANSPORT & PARKING
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