Australian Tour still a possibility!

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Rusty · #31 Post by **Rusty** » Tue 28 Nov 2006, 11:12 am

Now that I've picked myself up and dusted myself off, I'd like to say....Why the hell are the bloody Pixies the headliners? Forgive my ignorance, but who ARE the Pixies? OK, I admit I've heard of them, but I don't know a single thing they've ever done, and I don't think they've ever scored a hit in this country as far as I know. Compare that to 18 or so top 40 hit singles, and 6 or 7 top 10 albums, and PSB are relagated to play second fiddle! Tut tut tut, i think I'd be outraged except for the fact that I'm so damn happy that they are just coming! Let's hope and pray for some additional shows in smaller venues like the Opera House though.

Paulo · #32 Post by **Paulo** » Tue 28 Nov 2006, 1:35 pm

Well I'm coming over to Sydney AND the Gold Coast

jasonjohn · #33 Post by **jasonjohn** » Tue 28 Nov 2006, 10:10 pm

Well doesn't look like they'll be here for March 3rd Mardi Gras

Unless they holiday here for a month

psbfannyc · #34 Post by **psbfannyc** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 12:24 pm

Now "official" per the official site:

Pet Shop Boys will play their first concerts in over a decade in Australia next year as co-headliners of the first V Festival Australia. Two dates are being announced now but there will be more. (Other Pet Shop Boys shows around the world in 2007 will be announced over the next few weeks as they are confirmed.)

From the official press release:
"Virgin Group and Michael Coppel have teamed up to bring V Festival to Australia. The inaugural Australian V Festival will be held in two locations:
SATURDAY MARCH 31 - CENTENNIAL PARK - SYDNEY
SUNDAY APRIL 1 - AVICA RESORT – GOLD COAST
Pixies Pet Shop Boys
Groove Armada Gnarls Barkley
The Rapture Phoenix Soulwax
Nite Versions 2 Many DJs
Softlightes Bumblebeez
The Temper Trap Mercy Arms
More to be announced…
Tickets on sale MONDAY DECEMBER 4TH at www.vfestival.com.au & all Ticketmaster outlets(130 799 753): $124:40 inclusive (transaction fees may apply).

"From Pixies, Pet Shop Boys to Phoenix the Australian line up fits V's international ethos by bringing together a rich variety of influential bands, many of whom have never toured our shores before. With more to be announced during the coming months, the first set of V headliners confirms the diversity that is the trademark of V.
"Tickets will become publicly available from Monday 4 December, however V Festival fans will not get their event tickets in hand until early March. In an effort to ensure that tickets reach the hands of real fans (rather than those hoping to resell at inflated prices) we will be issuing every customer with a receipt as proof of purchase when they buy, and mailing tickets to their nominated address prior to the Festival.
"We will also release a limited 'last minute' allocation of tickets 3 weeks before the Festival date so that the market is flooded with tickets at the V Festival price."

Tomas · #35 Post by **Tomas** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 12:27 pm

Well seems Australia is sleeping?

From the OS:

PSBs return to Australia

Pet Shop Boys will play their first concerts in over a decade in Australia next year as co-headliners of the first V Festival Australia. Two dates are being announced now but there will be more. (Other Pet Shop Boys shows around the world in 2007 will be announced over the next few weeks as they are confirmed.)

From the official press release:
"Virgin Group and Michael Coppel have teamed up to bring V Festival to Australia. The inaugural Australian V Festival will be held in two locations:
SATURDAY MARCH 31 - CENTENNIAL PARK - SYDNEY
SUNDAY APRIL 1 - AVICA RESORT – GOLD COAST
Pixies Pet Shop Boys
Groove Armada Gnarls Barkley
The Rapture Phoenix Soulwax
Nite Versions 2 Many DJs
Softlightes Bumblebeez
The Temper Trap Mercy Arms
More to be announced…
Tickets on sale MONDAY DECEMBER 4TH at www.vfestival.com.au & all Ticketmaster outlets(130 799 753): $124:40 inclusive (transaction fees may apply).

"From Pixies, Pet Shop Boys to Phoenix the Australian line up fits V's international ethos by bringing together a rich variety of influential bands, many of whom have never toured our shores before. With more to be announced during the coming months, the first set of V headliners confirms the diversity that is the trademark of V.
"Tickets will become publicly available from Monday 4 December, however V Festival fans will not get their event tickets in hand until early March. In an effort to ensure that tickets reach the hands of real fans (rather than those hoping to resell at inflated prices) we will be issuing every customer with a receipt as proof of purchase when they buy, and mailing tickets to their nominated address prior to the Festival.
"We will also release a limited 'last minute' allocation of tickets 3 weeks before the Festival date so that the market is flooded with tickets at the V Festival price."

http://www.vfestival.com.au/

Paulo · #36 Post by **Paulo** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 12:47 pm

freaking awesome.

roadtrip, roadtrip, roadtrip!!!!

Boy Strange · #37 Post by **Boy Strange** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 12:49 pm

Help! My baby's been taken by a dingo!

Dipso · #38 Post by **Dipso** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 1:20 pm

Tomas wrote:Other Pet Shop Boys shows around the world in 2007 will be announced over the next few weeks as they are confirmed

*prays for a Japan tour*

Yisraelee · #39 Post by **Yisraelee** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 2:34 pm

Niall wrote:I wonder if they'll "choose" to be homosexual here in Perth.

The choice was already made mate.

Niall · #40 Post by **Niall** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 3:54 pm

Yisraelee wrote:
Niall wrote:I wonder if they'll "choose" to be homosexual here in Perth.
The choice was already made mate.

You're a bit sad if you think people choose whether to be homosexual or not.

Debussy · #41 Post by **Debussy** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 8:38 pm

Now it's official, I'm now officially unbelievably excited!!!
The possibliity of more OZ gigs is even better.

Rusty, we are front and centre on 31 March then. Woohoo.

Pet Shop Girl · #42 Post by **Pet Shop Girl** » Wed 29 Nov 2006, 10:16 pm

They will be back in Australia for other dates too but they also say around the world next year. Where else are they going?

Steve Fett · #43 Post by **Steve Fett** » Thu 30 Nov 2006, 1:42 am

Debussy wrote:I know! I'm waiting for the official site to confirm before getting VERY excited. My first live PSB after 20 years of being a fan is getting closer.

Maybe there'll be other gigs, as surely Melbourne deserves a show?

Awww. I love you ! The boys NEED to return to Melbourne again. Its the law.

Rusty · #44 Post by **Rusty** » Thu 30 Nov 2006, 2:22 am

Debussy wrote:Now it's official, I'm now officially unbelievably excited!!!
The possibliity of more OZ gigs is even better.

Rusty, we are front and centre on 31 March then. Woohoo.

You bet, I'll be there, front row, hands in the air, whooping it up

I'm guessing since the Pixies are the headliners (which I'm still miffed about), PSB will be second last on the bill. If I have my way I'll be leaving before the bloody Pixies come on, don't want my PSB experience to be tainted by some grunge-fest. Unfortunately I think the other half quite likes them so I may be forced to sit it out with ear plugs. Or maybe I'll take my iPod and listen to PSB instead

retrofuturist · #45 Post by **retrofuturist** » Thu 30 Nov 2006, 2:47 am

Pixies have got about 3 good songs (especially Debaser and Here Comes Your Man) but most of their songs are boring American whinging rubbish.

Here's hoping for a non-festival Melbourne gig for the PSB!

Retro.