The Smith Street Band & DZ Deathrays “The Great Australian Rock ’n’ Roll Show”

Venue

McGuires Hotel

Mackay

Tickets

$55

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Date & Time

Thu, 8 Apr

7:00pm

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About this event

For nearly 20 years, The Smith Street Band & DZ Deathrays have been powerhouses of theAustralian music scene. Collectively they’ve had 15 entries in the ARIA top 50 Album Charts, 9entries in the jjj Hottest 100, appeared on any festival you can name and played countlessheadline shows in endless cities around the country.Since the bands formed in 2008 & 2009, they have constantly toured the world and regularlyreleased new music, they have seven studio albums each with the latest for both being in 2026,The Smith Street Band with ‘Once I Was Wild’ & DZ Deathrays with ‘Easing Out Of Control’.Despite all the similarities between the bands, they have until now never toured together, andonly appeared on a handful of festivals together. So with great excitement we bring you ‘TheGreat Australian Rock’N’Roll Show: The Smith Street Band & DZ Deathrays” - 20 shows acrossthe country, playing capital cities and regional areas.

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Set Times

Starts 7:00pm

DZ Deathrays ★ TBA

The Smith Street Band TBA

Times are as listed by the venue or ticket provider and can change — check with them before you go.

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Artists

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About DZ Deathrays

DZ Deathrays are a Brisbane dance-rock duo.

Genre: Punk

From: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Support Acts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does DZ Deathrays start?

The show at McGuires Hotel is listed to start at 7:00pm on Thursday, 8 April 2027. Set times for DZ Deathrays haven't been announced, and a listed start is often when doors open. Times are as listed by the venue or ticket provider and can change — check with them before you go.

What time does DZ Deathrays finish?

Finish times for DZ Deathrays at McGuires Hotel haven't been announced. Check with the venue or ticket provider closer to 8 April 2027. Times are as listed by the venue or ticket provider and can change — check with them before you go.

Where is McGuires Hotel located?

McGuires Hotel is located at 17 Wood St, Mackay, Mackay.

How much are tickets for The Smith Street Band & DZ Deathrays “The Great Australian Rock ’n’ Roll Show”?

Tickets for The Smith Street Band & DZ Deathrays “The Great Australian Rock ’n’ Roll Show” are $55. Tickets are available online.

Who are the support acts for DZ Deathrays?

The support acts are The Smith Street Band at McGuires Hotel on Thursday, 8 April 2027.

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Location

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