The Screaming Jets will mark their 25th anniversary with a three-month Australian tour.
The band kicked off in Newcastle, NSW in the late 80s. “To think we started in 1989 and we’re still doing it 25 years later to massive crowds around the country is unbelievable,” said singer Dave Gleeson.
The Screaming Jets were noticed after winning a Battle of the Bands contest. “As a young guy in a band, I think it was always a goal to be around for as long as you possibly could,” he said. “I mean, there were – and probably still are – cover bands that were around for 10 or 20 years in Newcastle, so I remember being stoked when our first band Aspect reached its three year mark. We released a cassette called Vengeance 303. Three years and 300 gigs, we were pretty proud. To reach the quarter of a century mark is obviously awesome. Sadly, things haven’t always gone to plan and we have lost a few comrades along the way.”
A new album for The Screaming Jets is expected to be released in time for the tour.
The Screaming Jets will spend October, November and December on the road.
Screaming Jets dates
October 17, Laurieton, United Services Club
October 18, Armidale, Ex-Services Club
October 24 and 25, Adelaide, The Gov
October 30 and 31, Melbourne, The Corner
November 1, Wollongong, Waves
November 6, Perth, Capitol
November 8, Airlie Beach, Music Festival
November 14, Kallangur, North Leagues Club
November 15, Tweed Heads, Twin Towns
November 21, Penrith, Panthers
November 22, Sydney, The Factory Theatre
November 28, Melbourne, Hallam Hotel
November 29, South Morang, Commercial Hotel
December 5, Sydney, Revesby Workers
December 12, Wyong, Leagues Club
December 13, Newcastle, Burwood Bowling Club
December 19, Rouse Hill, Ettamogah Hotel
December 20, Mt Pritchard, Mounties
For more information, visit www.thescreamingjets.com.au
