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Billy Ocean announces Adelaide date for 2025 One World Tour

British soul legend Billy Ocean has announced his 2025 One World Tour in Australia, promising electrifying performances of his greatest hits following the 40th anniversary of his iconic album ‘Suddenly’.

Billy Ocean, the celebrated British soul artist, has announced his return to Australia with the “One World Tour” in September 2025. The tour follows celebratory events marking the 40th anniversary of his influential album ‘Suddenly’ and a special vinyl re-release.

This Australia-wide tour includes dates in several major cities including Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. Ocean is expected to perform a mix of his greatest hits and fan favourites, delighting audiences across the country.

Ocean shared, “I’m thrilled to get back to Australia – every time I come there, I’m welcomed with open arms. Can’t wait to see all my fans – it will be one giant party!”

Billy Ocean has been a prominent figure in the music industry, with an extensive career marked by numerous hits and accolades. He first rose to fame with top charting singles like ‘Love Really Hurts Without You’ and ‘Red Light Spells Danger’. His break-through came with the album ‘Suddenly’, which produced hits such as ‘Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run)’, ‘Loverboy’, and the title track ‘Suddenly’. ‘Caribbean Queen’ not only reached No.1 in the US but also earned Ocean a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Performance.

Ocean’s subsequent albums, ‘Love Zone’ and ‘Tear Down These Walls’, continued this trend of success, featuring hits that remained popular through the decades. Songs like ‘When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Gets Going’, and ‘Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car’, have become enduring favourites.

His contributions to music were recognised with several awards and honours, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the MOBOs, an Ivor Novello for International Achievement, and an MBE for his services to music. Ocean’s resurgence in popularity saw him return to the charts with the album ‘Here You Are’ and ‘One World’, along with sold-out concerts at major venues like the Royal Albert Hall and the Palladium. Globally, his album sales have surpassed 30 million.

Fans eager to catch the legendary artist live can access pre-sale tickets starting February 4th, with general public sales commencing on February 10th, 2025.

For those planning to attend, Ocean’s upcoming tour promises an exciting showcase of a career that has spanned decades, featuring songs that have stood the test of time and continue to resonate with audiences both old and new. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the powerful stage presence and vocal prowess that have defined Ocean’s illustrious career.

BILLY OCEAN – ONE WORLD AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2025

Saturday 13th September, Royal Theatre, Canberra

Monday 15th September, AEC Theatre, Adelaide

Wednesday 17th September, Riverside Theatre, Perth

Saturday 20th September, Star Theatre, Gold Coast

Sunday 21st September, Convention Centre Theatre, Brisbane

Tuesday 23rd September, Darling Harbor ICC Theatre, Sydney

Thursday 25th September, Palais Theatre, Melbourne

TICKETMASTER / TICKETEK PRE-SALE

Tuesday 4th February at 10.00am local time

GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE

Monday 10th February at 10.00am local time

Tickets details available here

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