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THE BLACK SORROWS
brand new album
’THE WAY WE DO BUSINESS’Released today and
available HERE
Any examination of The Black Sorrows inevitably comes down to one person. Joe Camilleri (singer, songwriter, saxophonist, producer and the brains behind The Black Sorrows) is one of the most genuinely talented figures in Australian music. And today, The Black Sorrows release their 24th studio album The Way We Do Business – this will also be frontman Joe Camilleri’s 55th career album.
Says Joe Camilleri “It’s still wonderful to be part of the Australian music fraternity. I’m just as excited today releasing the latest Black Sorrows album ‘The Way We Do Business’ as I was in late ’75 releasing my very first single. I thank everybody that’s been part of my wonderful journey – hail hail rock ‘n’ roll!”
The Black Sorrows are one of the country’s most respected and enduring bands. They continue to tour successfully year after year, delivering their special blend of blues and roots music to fans across the country. Joe has celebrated over 50 years in the industry – he has earned the reputation as a hard working musician who never fails to deliver, and knows how to connect with his audience.
Writer of milestone Australian songs such as So Young, Hit And Run, Shape I’m In, Hold On To Me, Harley and Rose, Chained To The Wheel, Never Let Me Go and the Chosen Ones, Camilleri has dedicated his life to making music. Leader of two of Australia’s most successful bands, Jo Jo Zep and The Falcons and The Black Sorrows, Joe’s music has become part of Australian music culture. He was inducted along with other members of the Falcons, into the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Hall of Fame in 2007. Over the years other greats have admired Camilleri’s songwriting. Elvis Costello and John Denver are just two who have recorded cover versions of Joe’s music.
In the mid-80’s, following the success of Jo Jo Zep and The Falcons, Joe Camilleri gathered a group of musician friends and dubbed them The Black Sorrows. The band began playing for the fun of it, recording independent albums and selling them at venues. When radio picked up the classic track, Mystified, The Black Sorrows really took flight. The band signed a worldwide deal with CBS/Sony and proceeded to release some of Australia’s most successful albums, including the multi-platinum sellers Hold On To Me, Harley & Rose and The Chosen Ones.
Since 1984, The Black Sorrows have toured Australia more times than anyone can remember, played sold out shows across Europe, won the ARIA for Best Band‚ and sold more than one million albums worldwide. Joe Camilleri has shown fans and critics alike that he is a performer with an undeniable energy and love of it all.
The Way We Do Business is released through ABC Music.
THE BLACK SORROWS
Tour Dates 2024Saturday 2nd November Bellarine Estate – BBQ & Blues, Bellarine VIC
Friday 8th November Swan Hill Town Hall, Swan Hill VIC
Saturday 9th November Riverlinks Eastbank, Shepparton VIC
Sunday 10th November Kyneton Town Hall, Kyneton VIC
Friday 15th November Forge Theatre, Bairnsdale VIC ***SOLD OUT***
Saturday 16th November Meeniyan Town Hall, Meeniyan VIC ***SOLD OUT***
Sunday 17th November Regent Theatre, Yarram VIC
Thursday 21st November Queenscliff Town Hall, Queensliff VIC
Friday 22nd November Cardinia Cultural Centre, Pakenham VIC
Saturday 23rd November Yarraville Club, Yarraville VIC
Friday 29th November The Gov, Adelaide SA
Saturday 30th November Big Easy Radio, Aldinga SA ***SOLD OUT***
Sunday 1st December Big Easy Radio, Aldinga SA ***SOLD OUT***
Friday 6th December Brunswick Ballroom, Brunswick VIC
Saturday 7th December Musicland, Fawkner VIC
Thursday 19th December Avoca Beach Theatre, Avoca NSW
Friday 20th December Avoca Beach Theatre, Avoca NSW
Saturday 21st December Flamingos, Newcastle NSW
Sunday 22nd December Flamingos, Newcastle NSW
Saturday 28th December Memo Music Hall, St. Kilda VIC
Tuesday 31st December Wangaratta Showground – NYE Celebration, Wangaratta VIC
Thursday 16th January Club Forster, Forster NSW
Friday 17th January Longyard Hotel, Tamworth NSW
Saturday 18th January Laurieton United Services Club, Laurieton NSW
Sunday 19th January Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba NSW
Friday 24th January North Sydney Leagues Club, North Sydney NSW
Thursday 30th January Bowral Bowling Club, Bowral NSW
Sunday 2nd February Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo NSW ***SOLD OUT***
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