Last week, at the invitation of MTV Australia, Courtney Barnett performed a unique show in her hometown of Melbourne, Australia. Performing 8 songs to an intimate crowd in the outdoor courtyard of Howler Bar, this “Unplugged” appearance showcases Barnett like you’ve never heard her before. Inviting some of her favorite musicians to to play with her, the show welcomed Paul Kelly, Marlon Williams, and Evelyn Ida Morris to the stage as well. MTV Unplugged Live in Melbourne is available to be streamed now and will be released physically on February 21, pre-order it Here.
In speaking about the event, Barnett said: “I love playing to Melbourne crowds… I wanted to have a mixture of old songs, new songs and covers, and tracks that we don’t perform all the time – it’s been interesting to see the songs through a different filter, and it brings out this other emotional side to the music and the lyrics.”
This unique release comes in anticipation of Barnett’s almost sold out North America Headline Tour beginning in early 2020. Listen to MTV Unplugged Live in Melbourne and grab your tickets below!
