MELBOURNE, January 4, 2019 (AO Press Release)

Hit duo Flight Facilities with Slum Sociable & Groove City, popular rock band DMA’S and Jack River and electronic indie pop band Safia and incredible young Australian talent RUEL have been added to the impressive AO Live Stage roster for 2019 and will perform as follows:

The latest announcement by Tennis Australia and Mushroom Events adds even more star-power to the already impressive line-up which, features some of the finest Australian and International artists in the world today.

Acts already announced as part of the Australian Open’s 15 days of music include: Dean Lewis, Bastille (UK), Conrad Sewell, Ball Park Music, Birds of Tokyo, Craig David & Full Live Band (UK), JET and  Angus & Julia Stone.

“We are very excited to have some of the best local and international acts here at the Australian Open,” Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley said.

“Our fans know that we are now a big entertainment event – they can come and enjoy some great tennis action on-court and head to the AO Live stage for fantastic entertainment. Thanks to Mushroom Events we truly have something for everyone in 2019, in an event that just gets bigger and better every year,” Tiley said.

Mushroom Events CEO Michael Gudinski backed up Tiley, saying the line-up is hugely impressive and diverse.

“Our team at Mushroom Events has worked with the Australian Open incredibly hard the last few months to create such an amazing and diverse line-up for the AO Live Stage, “ he said.

“With 15 days of music, there is literally something for everyone.”

Cooper’s Saturday returns this year on Saturday January 19 featuring bothConfidence Man and Total Giovanni.

The Australian Open AO Live Stage is fast developing a reputation as one of the most comprehensive music festivals in Australia.

The AO Live stage is situated at the middle terrace of Birrarung Marr and for the first time will feature a purpose-built shade structure, further enhancing the experience for music and tennis fans.

The AO Live Stage is accessible to all fans holding an Australian Open Ground Pass or stadium ticket.

The full AO Live Stage line-up is:

The Australian Open will also host a free concert in support of Beyond Blue on Sunday January 13.