# Event Details

- **Event Name**: HAMILTON HOTEL | BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES | 80'S OZ PUB ROCK SHOW
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES
HAMILTON HOTEL | SAT 24 JANUARY 
Celebrating 80’s Oz Pub Rock | Australia Day Weekend

Tickets On Sale VIA OZTIX
https://bit.ly/3US57UG

– Step back in time to the vibrant era of Australian pub rock from the early 80’s

Best Years of Our Lives takes you back to the ripper days of 80s Oz pub rock – that golden era of thumping riffs, summery strums, and the unmistakable true blue Australian sound from our own homegrown talent.

It was a time of real freedom, when Aussies from every background – put differences aside and came together in sweaty pubs along the coast and in the cities. Sharing a cold one, showing respect and belting out anthems about love, life, the endless surf, our wide-open landscapes, small towns, and the laid-back lifestyle we all treasure. Just mates, united in the music and the freedom we so valued, rocking the night away.

This show revives the unbreakable spirit of that iconic pub scene, celebrating the timeless vibes of legends like Richard Clapton, Australian Crawl, Men at Work, The Models, The Sports, Flowers, Machinations, and many more.

With their raw energy and heartfelt lyrics, these musicians captured the heart of a proud, free, and welcoming nation – anthems that still stir the soul and remind us of the fair dinkum Australia we hold dear.

Presented by Dreams, “Best Years of Our Lives” features Wayne Daniels, the lead guitarist and vocalist of Dreams, who played a pivotal role during this era through his original bands, Triple Entente, Shikira, and Colour Blue. Wayne’s deep connection to the music of this time brings an authentic voice to the tribute, allowing audiences to feel the spirit of pub rock as it was meant to be experienced.

The early 80s were a time when live music flourished across Sydney and Brisbane. Pubs became the heartbeat of the scene, with legendary venues like The Roxy, The Annandale Hotel, and The Espy in Sydney, while Brisbane’s Powerhouse, Royal Exchange Hotel, and Festival Hall showcased countless unforgettable performances. Festivals like Narara and the Sunshine Coast Music Festival brought fans together to celebrate their favourite artists in breathtaking settings, while the Countdown Spectacular spotlighted local talent on television, propelling many bands to national acclaim.

“Best Years of Our Lives” invites you to relive the magic of this era, a time when music was not just entertainment but a way of life. Join us as we pay homage to the songs that shaped a culture, igniting a passion that still burns bright in the hearts of Australians today. Get ready to sing along, dance, and celebrate the spirit of pub rock—because these truly were the best years of our lives!

The Band:
Best Years of our Lives  – The Band

Wayne Daniels (Lead guitar + vocals + musical director/co-founder) 

Peter Fernance (Guitar + Vocals)
Bayley Pearl (Vocals)
Danielle Lo Passo (Keys + Backing Vocals)
Chris McAllister (Drums)
Rick Lyons (Bass)
Jasmine Daniels (Sax) 

www.dreamsshow.com.au
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hamilton/hamilton-hotel-|-best-years-of-our-lives-|-80s-oz-pub-rock-show/200028709936133
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, live-music, australia-day, music-festivals, sports, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 433

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://bit.ly/3US57UG?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=hamilton-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Hamilton
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Hamilton Hotel
- **lat**: -27.4391153
- **long**: 153.0640183
- **full address**: Hamilton Hotel, 16 Racecourse Rd, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia, Hamilton

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Best Years of our Lives (https://allevents.in/org/best-years-of-our-lives/26255471)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Hamilton Hotel, 16 Racecourse Rd, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia, Hamilton
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Best Years of our Lives
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, entertainment, festivals, live-music, australia-day, music-festivals, sports, art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about HAMILTON HOTEL | BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES | 80'S OZ PUB ROCK SHOW ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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