Foggy Josh returns to the Drunken Poet on Thursday the 28th May following the release of his debut album "Live & Low". Josh plays and sings folk/blues originals in a smokey baritone voice accompanied by his exceptional acoustic guitar fingerpicking. His songs tell the stories of travel, love lost and found and the joys and fears of the crazy […]
Get ready for a night of groove, soul, and energy as Michael GT Blair takes the stage. Blending iconic influences with original music, Michael delivers a seamless mix of familiar classics and fresh, expressive sounds. Expect a dynamic fusion of rock, jazz, funk, and acoustic vibes—driven by rich, emotive vocals and a deep rhythmic feel that keeps you locked […]
Dan Dinnen & Shorty dish up a bluesy gumbo of rootsy goodness. Original tunes and cherry-picked standards laid down with hypnotic fingerpicking guitar, peppered with tasty blues harp, wrapped up and driven along by lush drums ‘n’ percussion. With a pulsing, swinging juke-joint groove, it’s a little bit delta swamp, a little bit hill country, […]
The Steamboat Whistlers are a Melbourne based acoustic band dedicated to early jazz and blues that emanated from New Orleans before travelling up the Mississippi and all around the globe. The band's repertoire draws on a wide range of musical influences which include traditional jazz, depression era blues, ragtime and spirituals. The Steamboat Whistlers have gained a loyal following through their energetic […]
Gaudy, bawdy and borderline boozy, the Tipplers are a Melbourne-based Irish band consisting of guitar, mandolin, fiddle and double bass. Performing a mix of old Irish traditional folk tunes and some newer favourites they are sure to get tongues tippling and toes tapping. The band provides a platform to present a musical culture spanning centuries. Since forming in mid 2013 the Tipplers have […]
Szara Fox is an flamboyant Dutch songstress, whose unique songwriting style is infused with Flamenco and Balkan Gypsy music. With a powerful, compelling voice and driving guitar style, Szara weaves an elemental sensuality through up-tempo tales of travel, love, and freedom. A trained actress, Szara brings a theatrical and flamboyant sensibility to her dynamic performance style. Szara Fox has […]
Don’t miss acclaimed singer-songwriters Steve Boyd and Chris Surgey as they join forces for a special live performance backed by an outstanding band featuring John Tesoriero on drums, Paul Slattery on bass, and Garrett Costigan on pedal steel. Two unique artists. One exceptional backing band. An evening of outstanding original music and powerful live performances […]
Jump The Shark play Jump Blues and Blues dance music. They feature songs by The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Duke Robillard, Robben Ford, Big Joe and the Dynaflows, Albert Collins, Colin James, Hollywood Fats and many others.
These Poet faves return to give your weekend a dose of the best! Come down for a Sunday arvo session!
Adam Hattaway and Nick Armstrong play Bruce Springsteen
Charismatic and unmistakably talented, Miss Lou is a force to be reckoned with in the world of blues music. As a solo blues singer, she has captivated audiences with her rich, soulful voice and dynamic stage presence. Miss Lou is far from a one-note performer—her musical repertoire gracefully spans the realms of jazz, country, folk […]
Melbourne-based musician Justin Bernasconi is one of Australia’s finest guitarists. The consummate instrumentalist delivers mesmerising performances. His acclaimed solo albums Winter Pick and Barefoot Wonderland showcased the singer-songwriter’s range of influences from classical to Americana. Latest release Sleeping Like A Maniac revisits his UK roots, in a collection he calls ‘Folk Impressionism’
