# Garahe: The Dawn 2026

**Interview** — On Your Markus  
**Published:** 6 April 2026  
**Author:** Markus Hamence  
**Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/interview/garahe-the-dawn-2026/

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INTERVIEW: **Markus Hamence** is in **The Jungle Room** with Adelaide’s Filipino band **Garahe**. Garahe are Presenting AND Opening for Phillipines’ **The Dawn**.

**Garahe are:**

Danee – Lead Vocals  
Ton – Bass  
JC – Lead Guitar 1  
Jay – Lead Guitar 2  
Paolo – Keyboard  
Japs – Percussion   
RV – Drums  
Troy – Rhythm Guitar

**[Follow Garahe on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/garaheband)**

**[And on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/garahe_adelaide/)**

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For the **first time ever in Australia**, legendary Filipino rock band **THE DAWN** brings their iconic sound to **Adelaide**, performing live at Arkaba Hotel for one unforgettable night!

Formed in 1985, The Dawn is one of the most influential and enduring bands in Filipino rock history. With a career spanning multiple decades, they are celebrated for their melodic rock sound, powerful live performances, and timeless anthems such as *“Enveloped Ideas”* and *“Salamat.”*Their music helped define the Original Pilipino Music (OPM) movement and continues to resonate with audiences across generations.

This historic Adelaide show is part of **The Dawn’s Australian & New Zealand Tour**, marking a rare opportunity to witness a cornerstone of Filipino music history live on an Australian stage.

Expect a vibrant crowd — from the Filipino-Australian community and longtime fans to Aussie rock lovers looking for a high-energy live music experience!

Whether you grew up with their music or you’re discovering them for the first time, **this is a once-in-a-lifetime live show**.

*Isang gabi ng solid OPM rock, live sa Adelaide. Huwag palampasin!*

**The Dawn w/ Garahe**  
Saturday April 18, 2026  
Arkaba Hotel: 150 Glen Osmond Rd, Fullarton, SA 5063  
**[Tickets](https://www.arkabahotel.com.au/?bn_event=the-dawn-philippines-w-garahe-all-ages)**

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