Lime Cordiale, Thelma Plum in Townsville for Tropic Sounds

While Tropic Sounds never got off the ground in 2021 due to Covid-19, Townsville City Council has announced its return – with two huge Australian artists on the line-up.

LIME Cordiale will finally make it to Townsville as part of the Northern Australia Festival of Arts.

The Australian band will be joined by Thelma Plum and Haiku Hands for the first ever Tropic Sounds concert at Reid Park.

Tropic Sounds was originally planned for 2021, but a Covid-19 lockdown prevented pop sensation Tones and I from coming to Queensland.

Australian brothers Lime Cordiale, aka Louis and Oli and Leimbach. Pics Adam Head

Mayor Jenny Hill said Tropic Sounds was a way to bring the best Australian music to Townsville.

“The festival was originally scheduled for 2021 but Covid put a pin in that, so we’re thrilled to be able to debut Tropic Sounds this year with a stellar line up of talent,” Cr Hill said.

“Hosting events like Tropic Sounds is great for our local artists who have the opportunity to take the stage with nationally-recognised talent, as well as for our local economy as revellers make their way from across the state and further afield to get amongst the action.”

Lime Cordiale and Thelma Plum were supposed to come to Townsville for The Squeeze, however the festival was ultimately cancelled.

Thelma Plum

Council Community and Cultural Development Committee chairwoman Ann-Maree Greaney said it was important to get in quick to avoid disappointment.

“If there’s one thing Townsville loves, it’s a party. That’s why I’d recommend getting your Tropic Sounds tickets early to avoid missing out,” Cr Greaney said.

“All NAFA events and tickets are up on the NAFA website, so head straight there to stay up to date with events and to book your tickets now.”

Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said the big line-up of all-Australian music acts would make Townsville the place to be.

“NAFA has become a big success in Townsville since it began in 2019. It originated from the Commonwealth Games Townsville Festival 2018 and has become this hugely successful event,” Mr Hinchliffe said.

“It’s fantastic to see NAFA continue to grow with more arts, culture and entertainment experiences for 2022.”

For more information and to book tickets, head to the NAFA-TSV.com.au.

Originally published as Lime Cordiale, Thelma Plum in Townsville for Tropic Sounds