Ups and Downs 40th Anniversary Show - Brisbane

Schedule

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025 at 07:00 pm

UTC+10:00

Location

The Brightside Brisbane | Fortitude Valley, QL

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w/special guests The Crystal Set.
Renowned Australian guitar pop band Ups and Downs are playing a special set of shows in March 2025 to celebrate their 40th Anniversary, marking an astonishing four decades on the music scene. Formed in Brisbane in the early 1980s, the band quickly became known for their jangly guitars, melodic hooks, soaring harmonies and introspective lyrics, cementing their place in the hearts of indie music fans.
“It is incredible to think we started on this journey 40 years ago–and it’s not over yet. The band is sounding better than ever”, lead singer and songwriter Greg Atkinson said.
Ups and Downs gained attention with their breakout single The Living Kind, which became a staple of the Australian alternative music scene, topping the independent charts. Their EP Sleepless and album Underneath the Watchful Eye showcased the band’s ability to blend heartfelt songwriting with infectious guitar-driven sounds, drawing comparisons to the likesof R.E.M. and The Church. Tracks like In the Shadows and Lit by the Fuse demonstrate their knack for crafting memorable songs that resonate with fans of thoughtful, melodic rockoffering adistinctiveblend of indie and post-punk.
Joining Ups and Downs on their 40th anniversary tour are very special guests The Crystal Set, another iconic Australian indie rock band from the 1980s, playing live for the first timein over 25 years. Known for their swirling atmospheric sound, The Crystal Set made a nam efor themselves with key songs like "Benefit of the Doubt," "Wholly Holy," and "A Drop in the Ocean." These tracks and their distinct post-punk and dream-pop influences cemented their status as pioneers in the Australian indie music scene.
Coinciding with the tour, Ups and Downs will be releasing a brand new vinyl compilation album,S tained Glass Memories, a collection that spans their entire career, showcasing how the band’s sound has evolved while still retaining the essential elements that made them stand out.
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The Brightside Brisbane, 27 Warner St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia,Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, Fortitude Valley

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