The Drunken Poet is one of Melbourne's best live music venues, providing a unique community atmosphere between musicians and punters. If you are an artist looking to perform at The Drunken Poet, get in contact with us here.
All gigs are FREE ENTRY
Register from 5pm, performances from 7pm!
Start your weekend off right, every Friday night we have Trad Irish Music at The Poet!
Rhythm Kitchen are bringing their infectious tunes, foot stomping energy and good times to The Poet!
The absolutely wonderful David Cosma returns to the Poet to get your Friday swinging!
David Cosma's music has been described as “a straight ahead, thinking person’s songwriter that speaks volumes to what a terrific talent we have in our midst"- Inpress Magazine, while The Age wrote "his full-bodied croon pairs the silken wryness of Elvis Costello and the gravel of Bob Dylan”.
Inspiring lyrics accompanied by sumptuous melodies and harmonies, together with his unique method of playing the guitar, guarantees an impassioned live performance.
The Outlaws are a brand new band, bringing authentic outlaw tunes to our Sunday arvo session!
The Twa Corbies are a Victorian based two-piece that love to share the fun, exciting, and occasionally lamenting sounds and stories of Celtic folk music.
This upcoming gig marks my very first Taylor Swift–themed night in Australia, and I couldn’t be more excited. Bringing sequins and sparkles from the North of England straight to Melbourne! From classic bangers to the latest releases, Taylor Swift never fails to deliver the perfect soundtrack, and this night will be no different. As a 2010s girl, Taylor Swift will always have a place in my Spotify playlist. Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or more of a car-radio listener, expect a night full of energy, dancing, and—of course—great music.
The ubiquitous Melbourne music maverick STU THOMAS returns solo to The Drunken Poet on Thursday 27th of March.
Bringing a diverse range of his own cool songs, from rockin’ to meditative, plus uncovered gems from movie soundtracks, which he makes his own. Stu is known from his bass playing in many bands including The Stu Thomas Paradox, Kim Salmon & The Surrealists, Dave Graney & The Mistly / Coral Snakes and The Silversound.
But this night he’ll perform on guitar and vocals, stripped back but with full sound and emotion. Don’t miss this rare appearance.
Melbourne-based musician Justin Bernasconi is one of Australia’s finest guitarists. The consummate instrumentalist delivers mesmerising performances. His acclaimed solo albums Winter Pick and Barefoot Wonderland showcased the singer-songwriter’s range of influences from classical to Americana. Latest release Sleeping Like A Maniac revisits his UK roots, in a collection he calls ‘Folk Impressionism’
Come down for a great Friday night of entertainment as the Northwest Grifters make their debut at the Drunken Poet. The NWG hurl their heart & soul in your face and get you rocking on the dancefloor before you can say ‘Americana’. A 5-piece band featuring twanging & acoustic guitars, harmonica, accordion, keyboards and a sweet rhythm section. Fronted by a displaced Canadian (#Canadiana) ably supported by his Australian brothers. Songwriting at its heartfelt and honest best. The sets are complimented with some choice covers to get you dancing or at least tapping your toes! Currently recording their debut album for release in early 2026.
Conan Smith - a favourite here at The Poet!
This Irish born, Melbourne based musician brings the greats to life, the perfect way to spend your Saturday afternoon.
Yes. Alt country, urban folk, country rock, rock n roll, bluegrass and blues from the city or the swamp ... call it what you will, but these guys mix all this together, and more. If all band members give the go, it’s in. This mix is their sound, and they love creating it, and performing it.
With a huge original song list, that started back in the early nineties, this band has many influences. Carefully chosen covers rotated through the live set keeps them thinking, and writing. From Tom Petty to Tom Wates, Johnny Cash to Paul Kelly, The Band, Little Feat, Tony Joe White .... The Pheasantry Band’s sound is catchy.
If you like real vocals in harmony, real guitars with exiting electric twang, fat upright bass and drums ready to explode, make sure you see this five-piece band of cheeky Melbourne gentlemen.
Over 30 years since these guys started writing and recording songs and grooves, and they’re not about to stop.
Their style is infectious, always tells a story and great to watch. They have fun!
The Maggie Carty Band play brilliant Irish music, amazing vocals, try not to tap your feet!
Rounding off your Sunday evening afternoon just right with Poet favorites!
R.R. Grenville plays the songs of Nat King Cole
Candice Alisha is a blues and folk singer songwriter originally hailing from Wodonga, Victoria but now local to Melbourne after making the move to the big city to pursue her career at the beginning of 2019. After working as a full-time musician in various bands for the better part of a decade, Candice has struck out on her own with her strong, deep and powerful vocals and magnetic stage presence.
As the first female electric guitar graduate from the University of Otago (NZ), Rubita crafts intricate, heartfelt songs shaped by her love of bossa nova, pop, and jazz, delivered through her velvety smooth vocals.
Come and join her at The Drunken Poet on April 1 to hear her latest tunes, along with an array of fresh guitar solos delivered using her loop pedal.
Adrian Whitehead plays the songs of John Lennon
