Stu Thomas and Tanya-Lee Davies doing Lee and Nancy
Stu Thomas and Tanya-Lee Davies doing Lee and Nancy!
Stu Thomas and Tanya-Lee Davies doing Lee and Nancy!
Ingrid Saker is the lead guitarist and singer of swampy punk-blues outfit Ingrid and the Ministers. Her solo set delves into her folk, old school blues, and psychedelic influences, creating an atmosphere full of warmth, soul, and mysticism.
A rare gem indeed; Jessey Jackson is quite simply a force to be reckoned with! Far from your average ‘run of the mill’ female performer; this self taught singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist is often likened to celebrated artists such as the immortal Janis Joplin, Melissa Etheridge, Tracy Chapman and Stevie Nicks. Now having completed her recent Ireland and Northern Territory Tours Jessey […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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’