John Kennedy - Comeback Show And Album Launch

Venue

Marrickville Bowling and Recreation Club

Marrickville, Sydney

Tickets

$40

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Date & Time

Fri, 20 Nov

7:30pm

We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

About this event

Australian singer-songwriter John Kennedy returns from Europe for an East Coast Tour this summer. He has survived a stroke, crossed continents, and emerged with an album that sounds nothing like business as usual.Following his stroke in 2025, Kennedy relocated to Berlin, where former bandmate Moe Jaksch challenged him to leave his familiar pop-rock territory behind. Their Rocking Chair Studio sessions produced three songs Kennedy dubbed The Berlin Trilogy, a tongue-in-cheek nod to David Bowie’s Berlin years. The project grew after Kennedy moved to Spain, bringing together an international cast. The result is a fresh, contemporary take on Kennedy’s distinctive Urban and Western sound, adventurous, collaborative and, in Jaksch’s charming words, “not the same old Kennedy shit”.The Marrickville Bowlo show supported by Inner West darlings Victoria and former Kennedy bandmate Steve Broughton, will be the official launch of the The Berlin Trilogy (And Other Collaborations) album which is avai

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Set Times

Show Starts 7:30pm

John Kennedy ★ TBA

Times marked ~ are estimates. Arrive early to avoid missing your favourite acts. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does John Kennedy start?

John Kennedy is scheduled to perform at 7:30pm on Friday, 20 November 2026 at Marrickville Bowling and Recreation Club. Arrive early to get a good spot. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

What time does John Kennedy finish?

John Kennedy is expected to finish around 8:30pm at Marrickville Bowling and Recreation Club. This is our estimate from the stage time and a typical set length, not a confirmed finish time. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

Where is Marrickville Bowling and Recreation Club located?

Marrickville Bowling and Recreation Club is located at 91 Sydenham Road, Marrickville, New South Wales, Marrickville, NSW.

How much are tickets for John Kennedy - Comeback Show And Album Launch?

Tickets for John Kennedy - Comeback Show And Album Launch are $40. Tickets are available online.

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Location

91 Sydenham Road, Marrickville, New South Wales, Marrickville Get Directions →