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Listen Up People
Because we've got some serious live music pumping on our playlist. The program is a quality shuffle of local and international acts performing on a mind-blowing range of Gold Coast stages. Parkland rock festivals, folky-soul by the beach, jazz at the casino, stadium headliners. Sound good? Then crank it up!
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25 Jul 2026
The Poems, Prayers and Promises of John Denver
The Poems, Prayers and Promises of John DenverMulti award winning performer, Darren Coggan, returns to his country roots with “The Poems, Prayers & Promises of John Denver”, delivering the vocal authenticity of one of the most passionate performers of all time.In a personal reflection, Darren respectfully honours the indelible voice behind songs that the whole world sang along with, such universal anthems as Take Me Home Country Roads, Rocky Mountain High, Annie's Song, Perhaps Love, Thank God I’m A Country Boy, Calypso, Leaving On A Jet Plane and many more. Re-live the voice of a generation, in a celebration of one of the most inspiring and prolific singer songwriters of our time, remarkably re-created live, by Darren Coggan.“Coggan has a fresh, powerful, expressive voice, and he just oozed style.” THE AUSTRALIAN“Coggan’s musical story-telling is outstanding, as is his singing and playing." SUNDAY HERALD SUN“What is so impressive about Coggan is that he is able to channel authenticity and excellence at the same time. His mellifluous vocals are intoxicating. His voice has maturity, depth and resonance. He is assured in his delivery and wins us over from the first note.” Alex First (Australian Arts & Entertainment theblurb.com.au)
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26 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026
Yacht Rock Revival - Mudgeeraba
Yacht Rock Revival is Australia's premier tribute to the golden era of smooth. This eight-piece supergroup delivers an unforgettable night of soft-rock nostalgia, faithfully recreating the slick sounds and velvet grooves of the late '70s and early '80s. With precision musicianship, rich harmonies, and a world-class horn section, the band celebrates the iconic hits of Toto, Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Hall & Oates, Boz Scaggs, The Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan and more. Dressed in era-perfect style and brimming with tongue-in-cheek charm, this isn't just a show — it's an immersive experience that transports audiences straight to the sun-soaked world of Yacht Rock.From sold-out theatres and major venues to high-profile corporate events and headline cruise performances, Yacht Rock Revival has become one of the most in-demand acts in the country. Every performance is a seamless blend of musical precision and show-stopping flair — tight harmonies, searing sax solos, groove-heavy basslines and infectious energy that gets audiences dancing from the first note to the last. Packed with smooth classics, the show resonates across generations with feel-good vibes and irresistible rhythm.Yacht Rock Revival guarantees a high-impact production delivered with passion, polish and total professionalism. Get ready to set sail with Australia's number-one soft rock sensation.
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28 Aug 2026
Blake Pavey: A Bit Scared - Gold Coast
After racking up over a million followers online and making audiences across the globe laugh until they cry, Blake Pavey is touring Australia with his brand new hour of stand-up - A Bit Scared.After finding out his terminal illness isn't all that terminal anymore, he's got a lot more time to think of everything he's scared of and the list is long.Get your tickets.
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16 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
Groundwater Country Music Festival
Get ready for a city-meets-country experience like no other! Groundwater Country Music Festival (CMF) returns to Broadbeach, bringing the best of country vibes back to the coast.The 2025 lineup saw country music icon Troy Cassar-Daley alongside Jackson Dean, Brad Cox, Casey Barnes, Shane Smith and The Saints, The Wolfe Brothers, Nikki Lane and many more.Groundwater CMF is set to deliver another unforgettable three days of country music in 2026 back from 16th to the 18th of October, transforming Broadbeach into a true country music haven. Don't miss it!
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06 Nov 2026
Negative Approach 2026 AUS & NZ Tour
Check it out! At long last, one of the most vital bands to ever help start the movement are finally bringing their legacy-level, household hardcore anthems to Aus & NZ! Negative Approach. Yep, that one. Formed back in 81 and thought to be gone soon after, NA left us a short but permanent set of songs that still stand strong above the majority to this day. Reformed again only in 06, they pummelled their way right back through with even more fury than round 1. No cash grab reunion, no bullshit, just vital hardcore for the ages here in full force. Be there or remain irrelevant.
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Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.