THE TEA PARTY - “He Is Better Than BUDDY RICH”

Written by: Tom Wilson | Thursday 5th February 2026

“Drummers Are Going To Kill Me!”

Canadian alternative legends THE TEA PARTY are turning 35, and celebrating by playing both electric and orchestral shows around Australia. Jeff Burrows revealed the young drummer he thinks could out-play jazz legend BUDDY RICH. The answer will give you WHIPLASH!

TOUR DATES

FRIDAY 6 FEBRUARY - HAMER HALL, MELBOURNE

WEDNESDAY 11 FEBRUARY - OPERA HOUSE, SYDNEY

THURSDAY 12 FEBRUARY - ANITA’S THEATRE, THIRROUL

FRIDAY 13 FEBRUARY - FORTITUDE MUSIC HALL, BRISBANE

SUNDAY 15 FEBRUARY - HINDLEY ST. MUSIC HALL, ADELAIDE

ALL TICKETS HERE

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