Sunset Bash is back, bigger than ever!
Sunset Bash is back Sat 21 September with one HUGE day of country music at The Backyard, Penrith. Headlined by Nine time Golden Guitar and four time CMC Award winner Travis Collins, Lane Pittman, Missy Lancaster, Andrew Swift, Two-time 2024 Golden Guitar winner Duncan Toombs, 2024 Toyota Star Maker winner Wade Forster, Cass Hopetoun and Jamie Preston head up our biggest day ever.
Soak in the sun and good vibes with Australia’s best home-grown country artists, food trucks, festival stalls and after party til late in The Backyard, Panthers Penrith, Sydney's newest premium outdoor festival space.
2024 Line Up
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Travis Collins
A nine-time Golden Guitar Award winner, four-time CMC Award winner, CMA Global Artist of the Year Award recipient, and two-time ARIA & APRA Award nominee, he’s toured alongside US megastars Tim McGraw and Luke Combs, and recorded with Nashville’s best.
in 2023, Travis achieved the highest charting Australian country album of the year with ‘Any Less Anymore’, plus the longest running #1 Australian country single of the year and topped off with a Golden Guitar Award win in Tamworth
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Lane Pittman
Born in Mount Isa, QLD and raised in country music capital, Tamworth NSW, country music has been part of Lane for his entire life. Australia was first introduced to Lane Pittman in April 2022, when his rendition of Luke Combs “Even Though I’m Leaving” turned all four chairs and a spot on Team Keith Urban.
Taking inspiration from the legends such as Alan Jackson and Brooke & Dunn, through to today’s biggest stars like Keith Urban, Morgan Wallen, Lane has taken it all in to make a style all his own.
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Andrew Swift
He’s released 3 ARIA #1 albums and garnered 3 CMAA Golden Guitar awards – most recently Male Artist of the Year 2023. Accolades have come thick and fast for the lovable troubadour, since his foray into Country music some years ago. Swift’s album, ‘Lightning Strikes and Neon Nights’ - is his most daring yet. Produced by the incomparable Matt Fell (Troy Cassar-Daley, Fanny Lumsden), it mixes Swift’s signature grit with retro soundscapes and contemporary rhythms.
Described as “... an Australian songwriting heavyweight - with a powerfully evocative voice to match” by Country Update, Swift is undoubtedly a force to reckoned with
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Missy Lancaster
Having collaborated with esteemed songwriters and performers such as Morgan Evans, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Kerr, Jason Duke and Phil Barton, Missy Lancaster has clocked up some serious cred during her career. In addition to her solo career, Missy Lancaster was a member of Southbound XO playing to huge crows at festivals like CMC Rocks and TCMF.
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Duncan Toombs
The 2024 Tamworth Country Music Festival can only be described as triumphant for Duncan Toombs, an incredible singer-songwriter and powerful storyteller.
After winning Album of the Year for Steel on Steel (People’s Choice Awards) Duncan then topped it all off with two Golden Guitar wins in Heritage Song of the Year and CMT Video Clip of the Year.
In a night filled with celebration and outstanding achievements, Duncan claimed his first Golden Guitars as a solo artist. This remarkable feat reflects his unwavering dedication crafting music that resonates with audiences across the country.
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Cass Hopetoun
Cass Hopetoun burst onto the Australian country music scene in 2020 with a string of hit singles including Shots, Fortune Teller and Typical Bride. In 2021 her single ‘Who Needs Hawaii’ was the most played video on Country Music Television (CMT) and ‘Say The Word’, her hit duet with Andrew Swift, was the most played track on the influential KIX Country Network.
She has been nominated for two Golden Guitar awards and has won two Tamworth Songwriter’s Association (TSA) awards.
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Wade Forster
In January 2024, Wade was honoured to be chosen as the 44th winner of Toyota Star Maker - Australia's most prestigious country music competition. Born in outback Queensland, Wade was raised on both a cowboy lifestyle and country music. Whilst fairly new to the country music scene, Wade has been playing at gigs and rodeos in and around Western Queensland including Winton's Way-Out West festival, and 2023’s Savannah In The Round in Mareeba.
Wade’s new single, Off The Drugs is out now
Eat.Drink.Shop
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Brisket Broys
A Penrith icon, Brisket Boys will be serving up delicious Brisket Burgers, Pulled Pork Loaded Fries and so much more!
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El's Fried Chicken
Serving up juicy and perfectly seasoned Fried Chicken. El's was a fan favourite at last year's Sunset Bash
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Stroop Bros
Try the delicious caramel-laden Stroop style waffles that have festival-goers lining up all over NSW. Traditional or loaded.
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The Wilde Gypsy
Bringing their popular custom hat bar, plus a range of country, western and boho clothing, hats and accessories.
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Western Country & Co
Get ready for a summer of festivals with cute trucker caps, blinged up belts and jeans fit for the rodeo
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Buddha Treasures
Bring out your inner feminine boho side with these oh-so-pretty dresses, bags and accessories
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Serving Up Country
Live the country life all throughout your abode with gorgeous rustic style homewares
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Heavenly Jerky
Heavenly Beef Jerky is a healthy snack that is high in protein and low in fat that can be eaten almost anywhere.
Venue
THE BACKYARD AT PANTHERS is located at 123 Mulgoa Road Penrith . The site is open air, with various types of seating ie: Chairs, Bean bags, stools , benches. Patrons are permitted to bring own camp chairs and picnic blankets.
Tickets
The Box Office is located at the Penrith Panthers Main Reception until the headline artist commences. Please have your ticket printed and ready for scanning at the gates located within The Basement, or alternatively have the barcode ready on your phone.
Parking
Parking is available on site which is a short distance from Penrith Panthers main entry. Please note, there may be additional traffic in Penrith so plan to be there early.
What to bring
Picnic Blanket and Camp Chairs permitted, in the event of wet weather rain poncho and gumboots. Non Professional Cameras allowed (No professional lenses or video cameras), Temps may drop at night so prepare with a jacket or jumper.
Food and Alcohol
This event will have a large range of food and beverage outlets open for the duration of the day. A public Bar will operate offering a range of Beer, Wine, Cider, Spirits and Non-Alcoholic Beverages. All vendors will offer Tap & Go or Cash Payments.
Weather Policy
This event is an open air concert that will proceed rain, hail or shine. In the very unlikely event of a cancellation, ticketholders will be advised by SMS, Email and social media. The event will only be cancelled if the site is deemed unsafe to proceed / continue. This decision will be made by Venue Management . Patrons are advised to come prepared for the elements with appropriate attire footwear, a wide brimmed hat, sunscreen and rain poncho.
