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Tim Minchin Unveils ‘Time Machine’ Archive Album Ahead of Retrospective Tour

Backed by BMG, Time Machine mines Minchin’s early songs through four days of live recording, with an October Australian tour scheduled to celebrate two decades since his breakout Edinburgh Fringe run.

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Tim Minchin lives in Sydney with his family (Photo: BILLY PLUMMER)
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Overview

  • The album features songs written between 1995 and 2005, illustrating Minchin’s evolution from musical comedian to serious songwriter.
  • Minchin recorded the album live with his band over four days, transitioning from an informal online drop to a formal release following BMG’s backing.
  • Minchin embraces intense pre-show self-doubt as a driver for his creative process and audience connection.
  • He credits Matilda The Musical’s global success for providing both the resources and freedom to revisit his formative work.
  • The Songs The World Will Never Hear tour will visit major Australian cities from October to November, offering a blend of early tracks, comedy favourites and fresh reinterpretations.