Do Re Mi Announce First Headline Shows In 30 Years

It's been 30 years but today Australian act Do Re Mi have announced their return. 

The group was formed in Sydney in 1981 and were known for tracks like Man Overboard, Idiot Grin and Adultery, before their eventual disbandment in 1988 with singer Deborah Conway pursuing a solo musical career and bass player Helen Carter moving into a career in non-profit management, including a stint with Greenpeace.

The group recently reformed for an appearance at the Women In Music Awards in Brisbane earlier this month. 

"Playing those songs again and listening to the words, I’m struck by how danceable they are and sadly, how the forces we railed against persist," explained Carter. 

"Those songs are still relevant and it goes to show how long it takes for real social change to happen."

"After 30 years we’re opening a time capsule and rediscovering artefacts that have been out of circulation for more than half my lifetime," added Conway. "Breathing life back into this treasure trove of tunes, words, riffs & rhythms is a loving enterprise. 

"I come to them again with an appreciation of our passion, affection for our naivety & awe of our energy; I am looking forward to reopening that time capsule for our older & wiser audiences & for their great grandchildren."

Conway and Carter will be joined by drummer Julia Day and keyboard player Clio Rener for the 2018 line-up.

Do Re Mi have announced headline shows in Brisbane and Melbourne for the early part of next year, as well as having appearances scheduled for the recently announced Twilight At Taronga show, and By The C alongside Icehouse and Sunnyboys. 

Tickets for the shows are on sale this Friday 26 October, check out theGuide below for all the info and dates.