Dragon

Dragon

Bulli Showgrounds, Grevillea Park Rd, 2516 Bulli Kort

lau. 05.12.2026 12:30

Wollongong is set to rock this summer, with the Sounds of Rock Festival arriving at Bulli Showground on Saturday, 5 December for a huge day of classic hits and live music.

Headlining the festival are internationally renowned soft rock legends Air Supply, joined by an iconic lineup featuring The Black Sorrows, Mental As Anything, Ross Wilson, Dragon, Toni Childs, and 1927.

Following successful shows across Queensland, NUI Events is bringing the festival to the Illawarra for the very first time, delivering a nostalgic celebration of some of Australia’s favourite live music acts.

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  • Dragon Festival
    Dragon Festival
    Dragon, Purveyors of Antipodean anthems since 1973.

    We never stop moving.

  • Air Supply
    Air Supply

    The trademark sound of Russell Hitchcock’s soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell’s simple yet majestic songs create a unique sound that will forever be known as Air Supply. With their heavily orchestrated, sweet ballads, the Australian group became a staple of early-'80s radio.

  • The Black Sorrows
    The Black Sorrows

    “Jo Jo Zep brought soul to Oz rock and The Black Sorrows did it again” Rolling Stone Australia Jan 2017

    Formed in Melbourne in 1984 by Joe Camilleri, The Black Sorrows continue to be one of Australia’s most enduring touring bands, earning the reputation as a dynamic live act and festival favourite. Their musicianship and energy appeals to music fans everywhere. On stage, frontman Joe Camilleri steers the band through an infectious interplay of solid grooves that mixes blues, soul, old school R&B and gospel, with flashes of jazz, country and Brill Building pop.

    Awarded “Living Legend” status by Australian Rolling Stone, Joe Camilleri has kicked a staggering number of goals during his 50+ years in music as a singer, songwriter, multi-talented musician and producer. Joe first came to prominence as leader of seminal 70’s band, Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons. Considered one of the most genuinely talented figures in Australian music, Joe was inducted into the ARIA Music Hall of Fame in 2007.

    The Black Sorrows have a legion of loyal fans throughout Australia and Europe. There have been hit records and multi-platinum albums and relentless touring. Joe’s songwriting skills are much in demand with greats, Elvis Costello and John Denver having recorded versions of his songs.

    Along with Joe Camilleri (vocals/guitar/sax/harp) the band boast a formidable lineup with Claude Carranza (guitar/vocals), Mark Gray (bass/vocals), James Black (keyboards/vocals) and Tony Floyd (drums).

    “Catching The Black Sorrows brand of raw, rootsy, hip-shaking rock’n’roll feels like discovering the best bar band in the world” The Dubai National

    “…you know you’re in the presence of a real thumping, jangling, Mississippi-by-way-of-Melbourne rock n’ roll band”

    The Skinny Edinburgh

    “Camilleri is an Aussie rock legend and one of this nation’s finest performers..the epitome of a hardworking entertainer who knows how to connect with his audience.” Sydney Morning Herald

  • Mental As Anything
    Mental As Anything

    Official new page for the iconic band Mental As Anything. With more top 40 hits than any Aussie band and 50 years under their belt, Founding members Reg Mombassa and Peter O’Doherty are bringing together an incredible new band and tour in 2026. Stay tuned

  • 1927
    1927
    From the golden era for Australian rock bands, to reinvigorating fans today 1927 is a national treasure that has been entertaining audiences for more than 30 years. Having stood the test of time they’ve earned their place as icons of the Australian music scene.
    Known for hits such as 'That's When I Think of You', 'Compulsory Hero', 'To Love Me', 'Scars', and of course, 'If I Could', 1927 became overnight household names with their debut album '…ish' in 1988.
    '…ish' went five- times Platinum, stayed in the ARIA chart for 46 weeks (selling an excess of 400,000 copies) and won ARIA’s for best debut single and album.
    1927 are currently touring Australia - these shows are not to be missed!
  • Ross Wilson
    Ross Wilson

    Now Listen! Mr Eagle Rock, Ross Wilson, 2 time ARIA Hall of Fame Inductee, founder of Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock. https://linktr.ee/RossWilsonMusic

  • Toni Childs
    Toni Childs

    Emmy Winner and three time Grammy nominated recording artist,