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SIMPLY RED -THE GREATEST HITS TOUR!

With special guests KATE CEBERANO and DRAGON

BIMBADGEN ESTATE, HUNTER VALLEY - FEBRUARY 21

In what is being billed as the The Greatest Hits Live, SIMPLY RED led by charismatic front man Mick Hucknall, will revisit the highlights of their incredible 25 year, 10 album career, in theatre and outdoor shows around the country this summer.

The tour will include five 'a day on the green' events nationally, including Bimbadgen Estate, Hunter Valley on Saturday February 21 2009.

Special guest support artists will be the wonderful Kate Ceberano and the classic pop of Dragon.

From their very first albums Picture Book (1985) and Men And Women (1987) to the juggernaut's The New Flame (1989) and Stars (1991), which sat at the top of the UK charts for 19 weeks, to their last studio album Stay (2007), Simply Red's classic hits have dominated Australian charts, racking up more than one million album sales.

The Greatest Hits tour is set to thrill fans with a set list showcasing their amazing career including Money's Too Tight To Mention, Holding Back The Years, The Right Thing, Stars, Fairground, If You Don't Know Me By Now, Something Got Me Started, A New Flame and Sunrise.

The tour will celebrate the release of the band's eagerly-anticipated 2CD Greatest Hits album and Greatest Hits DVD out November 22.

With Hucknall's gorgeous vocals and irresistible stage charisma, Simply Red's show-stopping concerts are part of the reason for the band's longevity and enduring popularity.

Special guest on all shows is Kate Ceberano. Kate recently released her 17th album So Much Beauty, following up the 2007 platinum release Nine Lime Avenue. Showcasing her breathtaking voice, So Much Beauty features fabulous covers of many of her favourite songs, plus three new original tracks, including one with her 'It Takes Two' partner Russell Robertson. Expect Kate to deliver the wonderful live performances for which she renowned.

With an unforgettable run of chart-toppers like Are You Old Enough, April Sun In Cuba, Still In Love With You, Rain, Get That Jive and many others, DRAGON's legacy is of one of Australasia's most successful pop bands. Joined two years ago after a lengthy hiatus by rock veteran Mark Williams as frontman, a revitalised DRAGON are thrilled to be back on stage again. The band's contribution to Australian music history was recognised when they were inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame on July 1.


The concert will be the fourth of the 2008/2009 summer season following John Mellencamp and Sheryl Crow events on Saturday November 29 (sold out) and Sunday November 30 (almost sold out!) and Alicia Keys (sold out) on Saturday December 13.

Established in 2001, 'a day on the green' was the forerunner in offering a quality music experience for the baby boomer market in a winery environment. Promoters Roundhouse Entertainment have spent the past seven years nurturing the concept, securing exclusive contracts with the best winery venues in Australia, and carefully building a brand which is now second to none. More than 130 shows and 800,000 happy patrons later, 'a day on the green' now has a loyal following in all states in Australia.

Simply Red with special guests Kate Ceberano and Dragon - an unforgettable night of hits, classics and style under the stars at one of the most picturesque wineries in the country.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21 BIMBADGEN ESTATE, HUNTER VALLEY, NSW
A Reserve Seat: $160.00 plus b/fee
B Reserve Seat: $125.00 plus b/fee
General Admission: $99.50 plus b/fee

For transport enquiries: Rover Coaches (02) 4990 1699
For accommodation enquiries, contact Hunter Valley Wine Country (02) 4990 0900.
For VIP packages, contact Bimbadgen Estate on (02) 4998 7585 or Ticketmaster on (03) 9685 2477.


GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION:
'a day on the green' is a fully licensed event. Strictly no BYO alcohol. Food will be available on site or BYO picnic. Picnic rugs and deck chairs are recommended. Gates open at 4:00pm.

For full event information, please visit www.adayonthegreen.com.au.


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