The Red Hot Summer Tour line-up has been announced, and it is heading for Ballarat’s North Gardens on January 27.
Dust off the leather pants for the majestic glory of Joan Jett & the Blackhearts.
Don’t hate yourself for loving them. Leading the Aussie charge, Jimmy Barnes will be there to do what he does best.
Also on the line-up are The Living End, Diesel, Chocolate Starfish and Richard Clapton.
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