aLCHEMY tHE dIRE sTRAITS eXPERIENCE
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​is a group of Australia's finest musicians, brought together to faithfully reproduce the band and the feel of the concert event.

Clay Phillips​

Guitars & Vocals: Clay has been performing dIRE sTRAITS music since Sultans of Swing first hit the charts. He has also performed in shows such as Desperado the Eagles Show, Frankie 4 All Seasons, the Crowdies and OzRockUnlimited. Clay performs the vocal and guitar style that gave dIRE sTRAITS their unique sound.

Bruce Hodges 

Keyboards, Guitar & Backing Vocals: Bruce has performed in such shows as the Stormy Monday Big Band, the One Hit Wonders, Crowdies, OzRockUnlimited & BornJovi. Bruce actually recorded the 1986 'Triple M Simulcast' final Sydney concert that was the basis of this show.

​Paul Phillips​

Saxophone, Guitar, Keyboards, Percussion & Backing Vocals: ​Paul is another legend of the Australian music scene, playing in bands such as The Blues Brothers Show & the Kites (renowned for their faithful reproduction of Steely Dan).

​Tom Ruki​

Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals: ​Tom has been part of the fabric of the Sydney music scene for decades, spending years playing in bands like the legendary Matt Finish & the Golden Years of Bowie.

Mitch Farmer

Drums/Percussion: ​It would be easier to list the bands that Mitch HASN'T played with. From his performance at the Sydney 2000 Olympics with the Emmanuel Brothers to regular appearances at the Carols in the Domain, Mitch has been a keystone of the Australian Music scene for decades.