The Cat Empire - SASK
The youngest Aussie band to turn 10 years old, in 2011 THE CAT EMPIRE celebrated the 10th anniversary of their first show together. In an industry where few bands survive beyond the first album, if even making it that far, 10 years is a big achievement. Considering they are still all under the age of 30, and have consolidated themselves as a world-class touring act, it's outstanding. To celebrate this milestone, the band are undertaking a world tour, and North America is the final stop. "We feel incredibly grateful to the fans who supported in the early days, and have continued to support as our career gained momentum. It’s important to get to all of them this year to celebrate. Canada and the USA – you’re next." The Cat Empire’s 10 year anniversary is rare success story, which shows that a combination of hard work, great songs, a good vibe, a genuine vision, and a little bit of luck go a long way. The first Australian tours were undertaken in a convoy of cars handed down from parents, or borrowed from friends, sleeping on the floors of friends of friends, and putting up their own posters at each stop. Word quickly spread about this young band that could deliver a party like no other. Soon they were undertaking national tours around Australia, and financing their first album, all under their own steam. By the time they signed their first record deal they were packing out concert halls in each Australian major city, and had a solid fan base all over the country.