From the markets and festivals in Western Victoria to the heart of Melbourne Town where he has moved to pursue musical endeavours, Roy Darby and his newly formed band 'The Dial Ups' are here to encapsulate and reinvigorate the spirit of Rock And Roll as it was meant to be. With a vivacious repertoire, […]
All the way from Bali, Baby Salma brings a mix of youthful spirit, acoustic grit, and alternative rock influence, delivering intimate live performances filled with emotion and nostalgia, blending her sultry, soulful vocals with that alternative edginess. Accompanying her, Melbourne bassist Lucie Malinson fills the low end with warm, steady grooves and tasteful bassline. Together, […]
Young Gympie indie folk singer-songwriter Elke Louie is set to release her debut EP ‘Lavender’ on 24 April 2026, marking the occasion with tour dates across South East Queensland and her first performances in Victoria. This engaging 5-track EP includes the dreamy new single and title track ‘Lavender,’ as well as earlier releases ‘Sandman’ and […]
Hailing from central Victoria, guitarist/singer songwriter Bill Barber is at the forefront of a new generation of Australian Blues. "Bill Barber is the next in line to become one of Australia's Blues greats" - Lloyd Spiegel A favourite here, we love it when Bill plays The Poet!
Alex’s discography is impressive, three albums with Nick Charles, a critically acclaimed solo Hawaiian album “Twilight blues” and after many requests Alex recorded and released, in 2004, his first solo blues album “The blues is here to stay.” The following year Alex followed up with his second Hawaiian album “Alex Burns’ Adventures in Paradise”, again critically acclaimed.
Poet Fave Stephen Kennedy returns to The Poet for a great Sunday evening of music!
Arthel Lane "Doc" Watson was an American guitarist, songwriter, and singer whose revolutionary flatpicking and fingerpicking techniques reshaped Appalachian folk, bluegrass, country, and blues music. Blind from infancy, Watson went from a street performer in North Carolina to a multi-Grammy Award-winning national treasure.
Oscar LaDell was born in the US and raised in Purakaunui, Dunedin. A second-generation musician, Oscar started out playing standards in bars around Dunedin, featuring songs by Muddy Waters, BB King and Guitar Slim. Over the years, funk, rock, soul, R&B and more have found their way into Oscar’s music. In the space of one […]
Frankie & The Bad Cats is a blues band whose original material ranges from traditional and modern blues to funk and even elements of rockabilly. The band has recently had a name change and was originally known as Mojo Mafia. Under the Mojo Mafia label the band released three albums, their latest titled “Judgement […]
Join us for a Sunday afternoon with the one and only Ezra Lee's Boogie Men! Ezra Lee is Australia’s undisputed king of boogie-woogie and rock 'n' roll piano. Channeling the spirit of legends like Jerry Lee Lewis, Ezra’s performances are a whirlwind of explosive energy, pounding rhythms, and fiery licks. A natural-born showman, Ezra has […]
Moonee Valley Drifters play the songs of Hank Williams! Hank Williams was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who arguably became country music's first superstar. In a brief but explosive seven-year career, he wrote a catalog of emotional, honky-tonk classics before dying tragically of a heart attack at just 29 years old.
Sherri Parry has never sat comfortably in one box. This is especially true when it comes to her music. With a sound completely unique Parry blends genres unhesitatingly. Taking influence from solo artists such as Amy Winehouse, Hayley Williams and Mitski Parry has birthed her own commanding sound in songwriting. Think jazz chords, pop vocals, […]
