This November marks the 30th anniversary of Tina Arena’s iconic third album, Don’t Ask, with the first single, Chains, turning 30 next Thursday (29 August).
In a thrilling collaboration, Arena has re-recorded her vocals on Chains for a new rendition of the classic with Australian dance duo SHOUSE, and you can listen to it now.
Chains peaked at #4 on the ARIA Singles Chart upon its release. Its impact has been felt by generations, with Jessica Mauboy, The Veronicas, and Matt Corby just some of the names putting their own magic on the power ballad. With the new version of Chains, Tina Arena’s music might just make it to a new generation’s ears.
Arena said of the collaboration, “Revisiting Chains with SHOUSE has been an incredible journey. Their fresh approach has given the song a new dimension while staying true to the essence that made it special in the first place. I’m thrilled for fans old and new to experience this new chapter of Chains.”
SHOUSE (Jack Madin and Ed Service) added, “Working with the legendary Tina Arena on this project has been a dream come true. Her original version of Chains is a masterpiece, and our goal was to honour that while adding our unique touch. We can’t wait for everyone to hear the result—it’s something truly special.”
You can listen to the Tina Arena and SHOUSE version of Chains below.
Tina Arena is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Don’t Ask with the Don’t Ask… Again tour. Initially a one-off date with Richard Marx and other special guests at the Mornington Racecourse as part of Victoria’s ALWAYS LIVE program, new November and December dates have been added in South Australia, Queensland, and New South Wales due to demand.
The shows, starring Richard Marx, Daryl Braithwaite, Kate Ceberano, Southern Sons, and 1927, go on sale to the general public on Monday, 26 August, at 10 am AEST. If you can’t wait until then, pre-sale tickets will be available from 10 am today. You can find all the ticketing information you need via Face To Face Touring and ALWAYS LIVE.
TINA ARENA & RICHARD MARX
DON’T ASK… AGAIN TOUR 2024
Saturday 23 November – Seppeltsfield Wines, Barossa Valley SA
Full line-up
Saturday 30 November – Sandstone Point Hotel, Sandstone Point QLD
Full line-up
Saturday 7 December – Mornington Racecourse, Mornington VIC
Show already announced and on-sale
Presented by ALWAYS S LIVE and Face To Face Touring
Monday 9 December – Sydney Opera House Forecourt, Sydney NSW
This show features Tina Arena & Richard Marx only