Tag: Waiting for the Day: Artist Sessions

Posted on by Lauren Katulka

“Waiting for the Day: Artist Sessions” – Bachelor Girl

Twenty-eight years ago, Bachelor Girl released their debut album Waiting for the Day. It was a monster hit, spawning beloved singles like “Permission to Shine,” “Treat Me Good,” and “Buses and Trains.” And now, Bachelor Girl and some of their famous friends are revisiting that release with Waiting for the Day: Artist Sessions.

This album is absolutely stacked with talent. I’m talking Jessica Mauboy, Guy Sebastian, Darren Hayes, Delta Goodrem, S-tier Aussie acts. They help breathe new life into these songs, adding artistic flair that transforms them into something brand new. I appreciate the creativity and intent, even if I don’t always like the results. As a massive fan of the original album, some of the ultra-pop renditions fall a little flat for me. But when this album gets it right, it gets it so right. The rock edge of Suze DeMarchi on “Don’t Hold Back” and Jon Stevens on “This Must Be Love” play perfectly with Tania Doko’s iconic vocals. Michael Paynter proves why he’s one of the nation’s most in-demand singers when he joins Tania on “I Don’t Believe You.”

While the star power will encourage people to press play, it’s the core elements that made this album great the first time around that inspire repeat listens. Decades have passed, but the songs on Waiting for the Day are still so good. Tania Doko and James Roche created something so special with this album, and that legacy is celebrated here. It’s so fitting that Tania and James are the ones to deliver the title track and final number. While the star cameos are fun, the founding members of Bachelor Girl still shine so brightly without them.

Whether you look back on this album with nostalgia like I do or you’re new to the songs and lured by the stars, Waiting for the Day: Artist Sessions is an exciting release. It’s not as flawless as the original, but there are some real moments of brilliance here.

Waiting for the Day: Artist Sessions is out today. Bachelor Girl will support its release with the following shows:

8 August 2026 – Brunswick Ballroom, Bulleke-bek/Brunswick (18+ – SOLD OUT)
23 August 2026 – The Triffid, Meeanjin/Brisbane (18+)
28 August 2026 – The Gov, Tarntanya/Adelaide (18+)
4 September 2026 – Cube 37 @ Frankston Arts Centre, Monmar/Frankston (ALL AGES – u15s with adult)
5 September 2026 – Sounds of Rock Rockhampton @ Victoria Park, Darumbal Country/Wandal
10 October 2026 – Savannah in the Round, Muluridji Country/Mareeba
18 October 2026 – Factory Theatre, Bulanaming/Marrickville (18+)

Photo credit: Jess Macc

Posted on by Lauren Katulka

Tommy Emmanuel and Ella Hooper Join Bachelor Girl For “Blown Away”

As a Bachelor Girl fan from way back, I have recently loved hearing the band breathe new life into the songs from their iconic debut studio album Waiting for the Day. The latest track to get the Redux treatment is “Blown Away,” and it’s reminding me just what a fantastic song it is. The latest version features a little Americana flavour and guest appearances from Tommy Emmanuel and Ella Hooper. Just quietly, I think they all might have improved on the original.

“We’ve gone a lil’ bit country/Americana on this third release of our Artist Sessions,” Tania Doko shared. “James [Roche] and I wanted to extend the collaboration to two artists we’ve shared a long musical history with… this time all the way from Nashville to Violet Town. We just couldn’t resist calling in James’ ol ‘boss’ he thrived with on tour back in the ‘90s – one of the world’s guitar greats, Tommy Emmanuel, along with fellow ‘90s effervescent front woman who’s gone a LOT Americana herself – Ella Hooper. The original ‘Blown Away’ is a crowd favourite live, and now this new version of great friends/artists quite simply makes my soul ‘YEEHAW!’”

Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions is scheduled for an August release. Bachelor Girl will play a string of shows to support this release, so see them anywhere you can.


31 July 2026 – The Golden Vine Hotel, Bendigo (ALL AGES – u18s with adult)
1 August 2026 – The Star Hotel, Yackandandah (ALL AGES – u18s with adult)
8 August 2026 – Brunswick Ballroom, Bulleke-bek/Brunswick (18+)
23 August 2026 – The Triffid, Meeanjin/Brisbane (18+)
28 August 2026 – The Gov, Tarntanya/Adelaide (18+)
4 September 2026 – Cube 37 @ Frankston Arts Centre, Monmar/Frankston (ALL AGES – u15s with adult)
18 October 2026 – Factory Theatre, Bulanaming/Marrickville (18+)

Photo credit: Jess Macc

Posted on by Lauren Katulka

Bachelor Girl Release”Treat Me Good” With Jess Mauboy Ahead of Reimagined Album

Bachelor Girl are breathing new life into their breakthrough debut album Waiting for the Day with the upcoming release of Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions. Set for a June release, it’ll feature fresh takes on all the songs you know and love from that album featuring a who’s who of Aussie talent.

“We (somewhat audaciously!) began to ask some of our favourite Aussie artists and friends if they would lend their voices and/or instrument to our bucket list project,” explained Bachelor Girl’s frontwoman, Tania Doko. “What started with one, became 13 artists on this 15 track Redux album, and we could not be more chuffed they enthusiastically said yes.”

We get a little taste of what’s in store with this reimagined version of “Treat Me Good” featuring Jessica Mauboy. It’s a little poppier than the original, but Jess’s voice sounds fabulous on the track. And if it introduces this song to a new generation, so much the better!

After Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions drops, Bachelor Girl will hit the road and play a few intimate shows. Expect stacks of singalong moments at the following gigs:

8 August 2026 – Brunswick Ballroom, Bulleke-bek/Brunswick (18+)
23 August 2026 – The Triffid, Meeanjin/Brisbane (18+)
28 August 2026 – The Gov, Tarntanya/Adelaide (18+)
4 September 2026 – Cube 37 @ Frankston Arts Centre, Monmar/Frankston (ALL AGES – u15s with adult)
18 October 2026 – Factory Theatre, Bulanaming/Marrickville (18+)

Photo credit: Jess Macc