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

Ezra Lee plays the songs of Merrill Moore

Ezra Lee plays the songs of Merrill Moore! Merrill Everett Moore was an American swing and boogie woogie pianst and bandleader whose style influenced rockabilly music during the 1950s.

Rubita plays the songs of Rodriguez

Rubita plays the songs of Rodriguez! Sixto Rodriguez lived in obscurity as his music career flamed out early in the U.S. only to find success in South Africa and a stardom he was unaware of. This incredible story was the subject of the music documentary 'Searching for Sugarman'. 'Experience the electrifying melodies of Rubita, Melbourne's very […]

Luau Cowboys play the songs of Merle Travis

The Luau Cowboys are coming to The Poet for Tribute Tuesday featuring the work, guitar playing and songs of Merle Travis, recognised as tone of the most influential country, and rockabilly guitarist for the genre too. They'll also be playing playing of the songs of the Louvine Brothers, the most influential act in modern country and bluegrass music for harmonies, songs […]

Julian James plays the songs of Jason Isbell

Julian James will be performing the songs of Jason Isbell at the Drunken Poet. It promises to be an evening filled with Americana heartfelt melodies and captivating lyrics. Don’t miss this musical experience!

Rory Newman plays the songs of Nick Drake

Rory Newman is a singer, songwriter and guitarist based in Naarm/Melbourne. Drawing from a wide array of influences including folk, blues and jazz, he blends intricate fingerstyle guitar and a rich baritone voice to create a vivid tapestry of sound. Nick Drake was an English singer/songwriter active during the late 60s and early 70s. Though under-appreciated during his short […]

Duplicity play the songs of Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac

Join us at The Drunken Poet for an unforgettable night where we perform the best songs of Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac, all brought to life by Duplicity! Sue Kidd and Brendan Canty, the dynamic duo, will transport you through classics like "Sara," "Leather and Lace," "Landslide," "Edge of Seventeen," and the poignant "Silver Springs." […]

BackBeat Play Early Beatles

BackBeat play the songs of the early Beatles! Sixty years ago The Beatles performed in Melbourne at Festival Hall. Just a few weeks later they released their first movie, A Hard Day’s Night. For those of you that missed these fun events back in the day! BackBeat will be playing the set list as performed by […]

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