The Pogues

Presented by Face to Face Touring

Wed 25 March 2026

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF ICONIC ALBUM RUM SODOMY & THE LASH

The Pogues have announced special guests vocalists and full touring line up joining them on their first Australian/New Zealand headline tour in 14 years

Legendary and lauded vocalists Daragh Lynch, Iona Zajac, and John Francis Flynn will join The Pogues to celebrate 40 years of their iconic album Rum Sodomy & the Lash.

The tour will feature original members James Fearnley, Jem Finer, and Spider Stacy along with special guest musicians Holly Mullineaux (bass), Jordan O’Leary (banjo), Fiachra Meek (pipes/whistles - Alfi), Jim Sclavunos (drums – Bad Seeds) plus brass section Pete Fraser, Daniel Hayes and Ian Williamson. Daragh Lynch, Iona Zajac and John Francis Flynn will also take up guitar, harp and multiple instruments respectively during the show.

Released in 1985, Rum Sodomy & the Lash is a cornerstone of punk and alternative rock, renowned for its raw energy, poetic lyrics, and infectious melodies. The band are set to play the legendary album in full, including b sides, extended version tracks plus a special selection of their most beloved material.

Album highlights include iconic songs like "Rainy Night in Soho," “A Pair of Brown Eyes” and "Dirty Old Town." Ranked among Rolling Stone’s Best 500 Albums of All Time and featured in such tastemaker books as 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die; Rum Sodomy & the Lash is a certified classic which has influenced countless artists globally and continues to impact listeners 40 years on. 

The Pogues said: ‘After the uproarious bash which was the 40th anniversary of our first record, Red Roses for Me, in 2024, we wanted to do it again, but with Rum Sodomy & the Lash.’  

This is an 18+ only event - no children are permitted (including babies).

 

WHEN: Wednesday 25 March 2026

GATES OPEN: 5.30pm

TICKETS: On sale through Ticketmaster   |  18+ Event 

PLAYING TIMES (subject to change):

  • 5.30pm: Gates
  • 6.45pm to 7.30pm - Support Act (TBC)
  • 8.00pm to 9.50pm - The Pogues

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  • Fremantle Prison is a World Heritage site, and must be respected at all times
  • Visitors to Fremantle Prison should note that the surfaces you walk on are not always even, please watch your step
  • No shoes, no shirt, no entry
  • Fremantle Prison is strictly a non-smoking site
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  • Fremantle Prison retains the right to deny access and/or remove visitors who are being a public nuisance, acting recklessly, or failing to observe directions from Fremantle Prison staff or signage
  • Strictly no BYO food or alcohol. Food and drinks will be available to purchase at the venue.
  • Patrons are not permitted to bring their own blankets or chairs for seating.
  • No professional cameras, umbrellas or other implements.
  • No pass outs
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