INTERVIEW: Markus Hamence is in The Jungle Room with The Dawn. An epic band from the Phillipines celebrating 40 years in the music industry with a 2026 Australian/NZ tour with Garahe as support.
JB Leonor, Jett Pangan, Francis Reyes, Rommel Sanchez, Bim Yance and Markus chat the tour, the music and the early days PLUS Australian music.
For the first time ever in Australia, legendary Filipino rock band THE DAWN brings their iconic sound to Adelaide, performing live at The Arkaba 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.
THE DAWN (Philippines) w/ GARAHE (All Ages)
Sat 18 April, 2026, 7:00pm,
Arkaba Hotel, SA
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