Born out of love for the Blues and a need to escape the ennui of COVID lockdowns, The Maskell-Love Band is a fresh project brought forth by a seasoned collective of musicians, each with a considerable local music pedigree. Fronting the band is Pete Maskell, a man with a rare gift for lyrical interpretation. His […]
After a long hiatus, Irish singer/songwriter Roesy returns to the stage with songs from his catalogue of 8 albums and a fresh collection of originals. Blending rich, introspective songwriting with the songs that have shaped his journey, this gig marks the start of a new chapter. Roesy will be airing some of his new work […]
Catfish Gumbo pay tribute to Louisiana Blues!
Laurel and the Painkillers deliver music that is blues at heart, driven by rock, pop & groove. The band plays on the legendary Blues Train, at the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society, Hume Blues Club, Jimmy Hornets & 12 Bar Belgrave. New EP (Keep On Moving Towards The Light) has just been released.
Possessing a deep affinity with the acoustic folk and rock sound of the 60s and 70s, Bom Derry seamlessly weaves these influences into his covers of popular tracks, and into his own songwriting. His style is known to strike a chord with a broad audience, but those who appreciate the artistry of Paul Simon, Vance Joy and […]
Jeremy Beggs is a Ballarat-based Americana artist crafting songs that walk the long road of resilience, reflection, and redemption. His =. music blends alt-country grit with emotional storytelling, drawing comparisons to Jason Isbell, John Moreland, Nathaniel Ratelif and Joe Pug. Finding stories from his life as a husband, father, educator and now musician, Jeremy uses […]
Kelly Auty is renowned for her powerhouse performances and her show-girl versatility. She is a favourite on the Australian music scene. In 2022 Kelly teamed with award winning producer and bass player and Blues Music Victoria Hall of Fame Inductee, Barry Hills, who had been working with several session players for various studio projects before and during the pandemic. In […]
Like a lot of kids born in the 80s and raised on a farm, Brendan Lloyd fell in love with John Williamson songs from an early age. In fact, it’s fair to say that JW was the entire reason he ever picked up a guitar. Enjoy an evening of nostalgic Australiana with a selection of JW’s best from the […]
An extraordinarily itinerant journey from a small desert town in Texas to New York’s indie music scene informs Mosley’s sound, which popmatters.com described as, “...no more country than R&B, no more folk than rock.” Nomadic beginnings prepared Mosley for years of constant touring following the release of his debut album, Light & Blood—which NeuFutur Magazine commended as “a […]
The Hornets Trio continue to celebrate their recent signing with Laneway Music and the release and launch of a brand new single ‘Just Another Rider’ at the Drunken Poet . You'll hear see the trio play their new single as well as cuts from their new EP and a selection of songs from their entire eight […]
Mick Pealing and Nick Charles play the songs of Rod Stewart
Join indie-pop artist Madi Leeds for an intimate duo set at The Drunken Poet as part of Wine, Whiskey, Women on Wednesday 27th August. With catchy hooks and a touch of melancholy, Madi blends dreamy pop with raw, heartfelt lyrics that leave a lasting impression. Performing in a stripped-back duo format, this will showcase the emotional depth […]
