With a career spanning over two decades, Eskimo Joe have firmly established themselves as one of Australia’s most successful and respected alternative rock bands. Striking the perfect balance between commercial success and indie credibility, the band has released six studio albums, selling over 750,000 records in Australia alone.
Three of those albums—Black Fingernails, Red Wine, Inshalla, and Ghosts of the Past—debuted at #1 on the ARIA Charts, with Black Fingernails, Red Wine spending an incredible 62 weeks in the ARIA Top 50. Their anthemic hit “Foreign Land” took home two APRA Awards, winning Most Played Rock Song on Australian Radio and Best Rock Song of 2010.
Eskimo Joe’s impact on the Australian music scene is undeniable, with an impressive 35 ARIA nominations, placing them among the country’s most celebrated acts—alongside Silverchair, Powderfinger, Kylie Minogue, and John Farnham. Their accolades include:
– 8 ARIA Awards
– 3 International Songwriting Awards
– 11 WAMi Awards
– 11 entries in Triple J’s Hottest 100, including Black Fingernails, Red Wine reaching #2
A Band Built for the Stage
Beyond the studio, Eskimo Joe’s electrifying live performances have seen them take the stage at some of the world’s biggest events, including:
– Sound Relief, Live Earth, Make Poverty History
– ARIA Awards, APRA Awards, Triple J’s One Night Stand
– Big Day Out, Homebake, Splendour in the Grass, Falls Festival, Laneway Festival
– The Australian Open, AFL Finals, NRL State of Origin, Sundance Film Festival (USA)
Their international reach has taken them to the United States, Canada, Europe, and Korea, where their music continues to receive widespread acclaim. They’ve also held the honour of being the No.1 ticket holders for the Fremantle Football Club for two consecutive years.
A Career Still Going Strong
Eskimo Joe continue to captivate audiences and push creative boundaries. Their 21st-anniversary celebrations in 2018 saw them perform alongside The Sydney, Tasmanian, West Australian, and Camerata (Queensland’s Chamber) Orchestras, reimagining their biggest hits with stunning orchestral arrangements. Their 2019 highlights included a national tour with Jimmy Barnes, a special Kings Park performance with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, and the vinyl re-release of their back catalogue—ensuring their legacy continues to grow.
From their humble beginnings in Fremantle, WA, to becoming one of Australia’s most beloved rock bands, Eskimo Joe’s journey is far from over.
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