Victor Stranges returns to the songs that shaped him with Get Stiffed - a rare, one-night-only dive into the catalogue of Stiff Little Fingers, the Irish punk band whose songs defined a generation. As a teenage drummer in Melbourne’s underground ’80s band Drunk ’n’ Disorderly, Stranges cut his teeth on this material across the pub circuit. Now, 37 years on, he […]
DAVE MILES and MICK EVANS (from THE PRAIRIE OYSTERS) present the songs of the best band you’ve never heard of: THE SMITHEREENS. It took some hard decisions to trim the set down when you have 7 albums of masterful power pop to choose from. But they have curated a 1 hour goldmine of great and […]
Brittle Sun & Peter O'Shea play the songs of Velvet Underground
"Townes Van Zandt is the best songwriter in the whole world, and I'll stand on Bob Dylan's coffee table in my cowboy boots and say that." Steve Earle. "I've met Bob Dylan's bodyguards, and if Steve thinks he's going to stand on Bob's coffee table in his cowboy boots, he's sorely mistaken." Townes Van Zandt. […]
Peter Baylor & Nick Hayward play the songs of Willie Nelson
Brendan Lloyd is bringing his John Williamson tribute show back to the Poet, one more time! Brendan has been a fan of John Williamson since he 'was just a boy on the farm'. It’s fair to say that JW was the entire reason he ever picked up a guitar. Accompanied by the inimitable Craig Kelly on bass, enjoy an evening of […]
Yolanda Ingley plays the songs of Billie Holiday!
XYLA is an indie singer/songwriter and powerhouse vocalist known for her soulful voice and captivating live performances. She brings authenticity, warmth and energy to a room and for this special Fleetwood Mac tribute, she puts her unique spin on the timeless songs of one of world’s most iconic bands. From the dreamy melodies in Landslide […]
Thomas Kendall plays the songs of Dick Gaughan, a Scottish singer-songwriter known for his social protest songs and contributions to Scotland's folk music tradition. Dick Gaughan’s impact on folk musicians the world over cannot be overstated. While it might be pure fantasy to suggest that anyone other than Dick himself can do these songs as […]
Saddle up for an evening of timeless storytelling and heartfelt folk classics as Daniel Watkins of the High Street Drifters brings the iconic songbook of Gordon Lightfoot to life at The Drunken Poet. Expect warm acoustic tones, poetic ballads, and Watkins’ signature authenticity as he honours one of folk music’s greatest voices. Whether you’re a […]
The Australian Doors Duo brings the music, atmosphere and dangerous spirit of The Doors to The Drunken Poet on Tuesday 13 October. Featuring lead singer George and keyboard player Howie, the duo strips the songs back while keeping their unmistakable darkness, drama and late-night energy. Expect Doors classics including Light My Fire, People Are Strange, […]
Huckleberry plays the songs of Tom Waits!
