Newcastle’s Godfather of Rock, Mark Tinson, returns to the stage for a monumental celebration on Thursday, February 19th, 2026. This landmark event at Flamingos Live serves as a dual celebration of Mark’s 72nd birthday and his incredible 45-year legacy as a powerhouse record producer.

A Legacy in Sound: 1980 to 2025
The night marks the official launch of a 5-album retrospective documenting Tinson’s prolific career behind the soundboard. This collection is a masterclass in production, featuring:

• 75 Songs curated from over four decades of work.
• 70 Different Artists all produced by “Tinno” himself.
• 45 Years of History spanning from his early work in 1980 through 2025.

Featured Performances and Special Guest Reunions
Attendees are in for a night of high-octane rock and roll with Mark Tinson & The Unusual Suspects taking center stage. The evening will feature historic reunions and appearances by:

• Special Reunions: Heroes, Autumn Hearts, Bluegrass, and The Globes.
• Featured Artists: Eli Tinson, Tony Johns, Michael Hawke, Ngariki, Peter Gray, Trevor Dare, Bresso & Friends, The Orphans, Bounty Hunters, Brien McVernon, Julie Wilson, and the Tinson Family Harmonisers.

50 Years of Rabbit: Defenders of Rock
In addition to the live performances, fans will have the rare opportunity to purchase import copies of the new 50th Anniversary Rabbit album, Defenders of Rock. As a founding member of Rabbit, Tinson continues to champion the heavy rock sound that defined an era.

Event Summary

• Event Title: Tinno’s Birthday Bash
• Headliner: Mark Tinson & The Unusual Suspects + Special Guests
• Date: Thursday, February 19th, 2026
• Location: Flamingos Live (31 Morehead St, Lambton NSW)
• Dining Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• Show Time: 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM
• Special Features: 5-album retrospective launch and 50th Anniversary Rabbit album copies available.
• Tickets: Available via Flamingos Live

Before you join us for the celebration, dive into the sound that started it all. We invite our audience to listen to one of Mark Tinson’s most iconic tracks with Rabbit: “Too Much Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Experience the raw energy and guitar mastery that made “Tinno” a household name in Australian music.

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