Hot Pursuit: The Fastest Band in Wollongong – Have You Ever Seen a Tsunami live on stage? – lights out, we’re in pursuit – Virile: possessing a strong sexual energy, with qualities of strength, power, and athleticism – Head down, brass up –Hot Pursuit: The Fastest Band in Wollongong – Have You Ever Seen a Tsunami live on stage? – lights out, we’re in pursuit – Virile: possessing a strong sexual energy, with qualities of strength, power, and athleticism – Head down, brass up –

Upcoming Shows

  • 8th March 2026 – Catstronaut at Lalala’s

    Joining Sydney powerhouse – Catstronaut for a huge local show!

    From Cats’:

    “WOLLONGONG WE ARE COMING TO YOU!
    We are so excited to play in Wollongong at La La Las for the first time ever for our Oz Tour on the 8th March with the incredible Hot Pursuit and Benjamino! Get your tickets at the link in our bio NOW!”

  • 28th March 2026 – Surflife Music Festival

    🎉 SURFLIFE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026 🎉

    That’s right folks, SurfLife is back and better than ever!

    📍 After some time off, Gerringong SurfLife Music Festival dives back into the scene on March 28th 2026 at the authentic Gerringong Town Hall. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy the unforgettable live music and the relaxed seaside culture that the locals have treasured for generations.

  • 28th March 2026 – Milton Crawl

    Dust off the dancing shoes, we are crawlin’ again!

    Striking while the iron is hot, Milton’s finest establishments coming together once again in a celebration of music, art and community.

    All day. All free. RSVP essential!

    1 Day / 10 Venues / 30+ Artists

    Milton Crawl is a free-entry experience hosted by live music venues, art galleries, eateries & carparks scattered mindfully throughout the village of Milton.

    The festival presents an eclectic range of music from around Australia, intentionally curating a space for all musical tastes.

  • 13th March – The Chordroys Single Launch – Lalala’s

    Joining Wollongong emerging powerhouse The Chordroys

    From TC:

    “Ladies and gentlemen!! We are stoked to announce the release of our brand new single “Heart Attack” which is out on the 13th of March and we thought there’s no better way to celebrate but to hit up @lalalaswollongong with a stacked line up and hit the road. Grab a ticket in our bio and come have a beer!!! More dates to come xx
    Big love
    TC xx”

  • Insanesatation – 16th Jan 2026

    Insaneorade presents: “InsaneStation” minifest at Lalala’s Wollongong -16th January 2026.

    In stunning and breathtaking 3D, InsaneStation gathers the best acts of today AND tomorrow. Hot off the heels of their flamin’ debut single, Truck Lovin, Hot Pursuit lead the charge with their signature sweltering heat.

    Joining Hot Pursuit at InsaneStation 2026:
    Textile sensations ‘The Chordroys’
    The disturbing ‘Purple Disturbance’
    The well mannered ‘Roomates’
    The phenomenon from the future ‘Doctor Robot’ (from the year nine million)
    With RibDip Djs cleaning up after this high octane night of fury is unleashed, InsaneStation is guaranteed to be the biggest night in music of 2026 so far.
    Expect HUGE energy at InsaneStation.
  • 6th Feb 2026 – Howlin Wolf Bar

    CAN WE GET AN AMEN FROM THE CONGREGATION?!

    And he preached, “Let there be hot sax, give unto us two sweaty disco men”
    AMEN!
    And the faithful did herald! “Buy Merch Buy Merch Buy Merch! If you’re not tithing, you’re not thriving!”

    FRIDAY FEB 6th | Hot Pursuit | The Insaneorade Allstars

    New merch available

    God Only Blows at Howlin’ Wolf Mega Church.

    Powered by @insaneorade with @howlinwolfbar

In pursuit of gold Usain Bolt hit almost 45km per hour – Berlin 2009.

In pursuit of glory Lance Armstrong averaged over 40km per hour – Tour De France 2005.

With more balls than both Bolt and Armstrong combined, Hot Pursuit is the FASTEST, the BOLDEST, the most VIRILE band to grace the Illawarra.

If Hot Pursuit founders Evan and Oliver were to race Usain Bolt in the 100m sprint:

Hot Pursuit is the FASTEST, the BOLDEST, the most VIRILE band in the Illawarra. Hot Pursuit is the only band in Wollongong capable of reaching speeds above 45km per hour.

Hot Pursuit is the FASTEST, the BOLDEST, the most VIRILE band in the Illawarra.

HotPursuit is the only band in Wollongong capable of reaching speeds above 45km per hour.

W​ith a diverse set of original hits, featuring rap, scat, and premium disco funk, Hot Pursuit are making waves, real big waves, ever seen a tsunami live on stage?
Known as Wollongong’s biggest blowhard, Evan Batkin squirts his steamy sax melodies over each filthy funk number, and has been voted Wollongong’s number #1, thirty-two year old white rapper who mainly plays sax.
To his right, Oliver Lojek takes a tasteful tinkle on the kuitar, while his distinct vocal tones “weave a rich tapestry” (C, GPT 2023) that will be spoken of by generations to come.

Batkin and Lojek conceptualise Hot Pursuit as the first multifaceted, multimedia, multicultural band, who knows their multiplication tables, from Wollongong.
They first hit the stage as an acoustic duo with a refreshing beat-box friendly set.“MORE! MORE! MORE!” the people screamed. And thus, a band was formed, with the conscription of some of Wollongong’s most experienced and decorated music veterans, with backgrounds in jazz, musical theatre, and rock and roll, baby! We’re in Pursuit, now listen!

reviews

Aren’t convinced You’re looking at greatness? Have a read of what the people have to say!

I’m only six years old and when I saw Hot Pursuit I became a man, baby!

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Richard Jeremy

Hot Pursuit saved my Grandmother’s life! 

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Evan Hoffman

I’ve only seen Hot Pursuit once, but since then I’ve never been able to stop thinking about it.

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Alicia Regnier

These guys can’t be real. Have you seen their six pack abs? Michelanglo eat your heart out! FIVE STARS!!

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Brent Schull