We’re six months in and he’s already signed a five album deal with powerhouse label Atlantic, had a massive hit single in Riptide, announced a tour with the legendary Bernard Fanning, and has his much hyped debut EP God Loves You When You’re Dancing under his belt. Along with playing Splendour in the Grass, Vance returns home to Melbourne to play a headline show to officially launch Riptide.
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