All star line up at Mallacoota concert

James Reyne, Daryl Braithwaite, Vika & Linda and Mia Wray are part of a concert which will have a maximum audience of 2500.

The special 2021 Sounds Better Together tour starts on January 23 on the Surf Coast, Victoria and is presented by Visit Victoria and Mushroom Group.

James Reyne's songs have provided the soundtrack to endless Australian summers, and they'll continue to do so at Mallacoota Oval on the eve of 30 January. With 19 top 40 hits across his celebrated career, Reyne is an ARIA Hall of Famer who has sold out shows around the world both solo and out front of the legendary Australian Crawl. His 12th studio album Toon Town Lullaby was released last year, and sees Reyne focused firmly on the future.

Together with Daryl Braithwaite, Vika & Linda and Mia Wray, local audiences will be treated to a night of Australia's finest talent in Mallacoota later this month.

Responsible for some of Australia's best-loved songs, from the undeniable 'The Horses' to HOWZAT', 'One Summer' and more, Daryl Braithwaite is a local music titan. An ARIA Hall of fame inductee, his latest single 'Love Songs' saw the music icon return to the ARIA Singles chart in 2020. Daryl has launched a brand-new chapter in his unparalleled career and will enthrall audiences in Rutherglen and Mallacoota this month.

Vika and Linda Bull are Australia's most revered singing sisters, known for their rich vocal harmonies and stylistic breadth. After three classic albums with The Black Sorrows, Vika & Linda have released six studio albums, two live albums and a chart-topping anthology. They have also sung on number one albums by Paul Kelly, Kasey Chambers and John Farnham, done gigs for the Dalai Lama, Nelson Mandela and the King of Tonga, and been nominated for four ARIA Awards.

And recently, whilst still celebrating the recent release of their first ever best-of collection (and first ARIA #1) 'Akilotoa (Anthology 1996-2004), Vika & Linda have wasted no time in following up with an inspired album of gospel songs titled Sunday (The Gospel According To Iso), out now (ARIA #2).

Last year, Melbourne artist Mia Wray made a grand debut with her single 'Work For Me', which captured the attention of tastemakers around the country. Her soulful voice has drawn comparison to the likes of Lorde and Meg Mac, but Mia Wray is carving her own path and is a talent to watch in 2021.

Michael Gudinski, Mushroom Group founder and chairman said that live music was integral to the heart and soul of Australia.

He was particularly keen to see that Mallacoota was put on the tour list after everything the town had been through. He also wants to ensure that because of the limited numbers at the concert, locals "have first crack at it".

"I know the history of Mallacoota very well. My daughter has friends at Gypsy Point. It is important for me to give back," Mr Gudinski said.

He also wants to use a local DJ at Mallacoota and is asking anyone interested to get in touch with him at Mushroom Group.

"These COVIDSafe concerts may be a little different to what we're used to but the chance to finally experience live music again is incredibly exciting. Our partnership for this concert series is designed to both support our local industry, who did it tough in 2020, and deliver live concerts to music lovers," he added.

To ensure a COVIDSafe event the following will be implemented:

Reduced capacity shows

Digital tickets - this ensures all contact details are recorded even when a ticket is forwarded or sold to another patron.

"Buy together to stay together" - Shows will be reserved allocated seating only (we have increased the row widths to ensure social distancing between groups)

Regular touchpoint cleaning

Additional Bar, Food & Sanitary facilities - to minimise queuing

Additional Staffing - Security and Event staff to help manage social distancing onsite

COVIDSafe officer to ensure compliance

Hand Sanitiser stations

Increased communications to patrons and staff

Event staff health check and training

Additional medical facilities and staffing

Tickets to attend the 2021 SOUNDS BETTER TOGETHER concerts are $49.90 and are on-sale from noon Tuesday, January 19.

Please note all patrons will require a ticket regardless of age, including infants and babes in arms

James Reyne, Daryl Braithwaite + Vika & Linda + Mia Wray

Saturday 30 January, Mallacoota Oval | Mallacoota, ticketmaster.com.au