65 Peel St

West Melbourne

(03) 9348 9797


Drunken Hours:

Monday - closed

Tuesday - Thursday - 3pm - 1am

Friday - 2pm - 1am

Saturday 12 noon - 1am

Sunday 12 noon - 11pm

Kier Stevens and Rosie Luby play Tex, Don & Charlie

Kier Stevens and Rosie Luby play the songs of Tex, Don, & Charlie at the undoubtedly inimitable Drunken Poet.   Rosie Luby is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Melbourne. From her earliest years Rosie has been surrounded by music, particularly Irish traditional music and other acoustic folk styles, and reflects this lifelong commitment back through […]

Nick Charles and Mick Pealing play The Great Protest Songs

Two icons of Australian roots music, Mick Pealing and Nick Charles present a once only show featuring some of the greatest protest songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Rousing songs of courage, redemption, and rebellion. So many great songs with so much to say! Don’t miss this opportunity.

Helen Ryder plays the songs of Bobbie Gentry

Following on from her show at The Caravan Music Club and Out On The Weekend 2021 Helen Ryder will present an intimate duo show of her favourite Bobbie Gentry songs accompanied by special guest Lachlan Bryan on guitar for the Drunken Poet’s Tuesday Tribute night. Gentry's first single Ode To Billie Joe, released in 1967, […]

Noah Peters plays the songs of the White Stripes

Noah Peters plays the songs of the White Stripes! The White Stripes, formed in 1997 by Jack and Meg White, are a Detroit-based duo known for their raw, minimalist sound blending blues, punk, and garage rock. Their iconic hits like "Seven Nation Army" and "Fell in Love with a Girl" redefined rock, earning them global […]

Clare Cowley plays the songs of Patti Smith

A musical storyteller, deeply grounded in the folk traditions Clare Cowley is playing at The Drunken Poet and paying tribute to the legend herself - Patti Smith! Patti Smith is a pioneering American musician, poet, and visual artist, renowned for blending punk rock with literary influences. Her groundbreaking 1975 album Horses redefined the genre, establishing […]

RRGrenville and Retrobates play the songs of Fats Waller

RRGrenville and Retrobates play the songs of Fats Waller Rob Grenville is an veteran in the Melbourne Roots scene: Jazz, Swing, R&B and Country. As the guitar player for the Moonee Valley Drifters, he covers the Honky Tonk tunes.  

Kier Stevens plays the songs of Nick Lowe

Get ready for another incredible Tribute Tuesday at The Drunken Poet! This week, Kier Stevens takes the stage to celebrate the legendary Nick Lowe. Known for his melodic craftsmanship and witty lyrics, Lowe's influence on British rock and power pop has been monumental. Join us as Stevens dives into Lowe’s timeless repertoire, bringing beloved hits […]

Van Walker play the songs of The Kinks

Join us at The Drunken Poet for a night dedicated to the legendary sounds of The Kinks, as Van Walker takes the stage to bring these classic tunes to life! Known for his unique storytelling and heartfelt performances, Van Walker is ready to dive into the gritty, raw, and infectious energy that made The Kinks […]

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