Bec Bastoli is an Australian-Palestinian artist whose songwriting explores threads of identity, connection and longing. Accompanying herself on guitar and mandolin, her richly melodic music invites listeners into a space of thoughtful reflection.
Guided by tenderness, curiosity, and a fierce devotion to truth, Emmy Ryan’s music lives between lullaby and reckoning. She brings her command of melody and emotional nuance to the Drunken Poet to draw listeners into musical landscapes shaped by a life lived between skyscrapers, red earth, and weatherboard towns. Emmy holds tight the conviction that we’re not meant […]
James Shortland Trio plays the songs of Herbie Hancock - Tribute Tuesday at The Poet!
Claire Cowley plays the songs of Fleetwood Mac!
Emily Daye is a Melbourne-based acoustic folk-pop, singer-songwriter. Known for her captivating voice, uplifting guitar, solid bass lines and beautiful piano, she lets music be the voice of her thoughts in life. Her debut album, Daybreak is out now!
Two seasoned singer-songwriters who first crossed paths at the iconic Drunken Poet Open Mic have joined forces to create something truly special. Peter Read and Jono Chambers, both known for their heartfelt lyrics and captivating acoustic performances, now perform together as Men in Hats — a dynamic folk-rock duo blending storytelling, harmony, and raw musical energy. Whether you're a longtime […]
Fresh off releasing his debut single Shiver, Thom Johnston is bringing a combination of folk, country, and rock to the Drunken Poet. With inspirations ranging from Bob Dylan, to Zach Bryan, to the very music he grew up listening to in Geelong pubs, Thom will play a collection of his originals along with some covers to complete the […]
Homesick Ray's Road Scholars featuring Heather J are another Poet fave, we love having their tunes and swagger here!
Lockie Bennett Duo is Wellington's premier chamber jazz duo, playing everywhere from bars to exclusive clubs and private concerts. Appearing for the first time in Melbourne, the duo will present an eclectic set of music from the swing and bebop eras. Saxophonist Alex Trask is known for exciting original music gigs and plays lead alto […]
Andy Baylor plays the ballads of The Band!
On acoustic guitar with warm & captivating vocals, Topaz Lyon writes music to intrigue your mind and entice your soul. Having grown up in the mountains behind Mullumbimby, the singer-songwriter is sharing new work from a very creative past 6 months. With the story-telling style of Joni Mitchell, the alt-country notes of Gillian Welch and a hint […]
Ingrid achieves a rare balance of vigorous raw emotion and humble greatness, piloting the band down pathways of expansive creative energy with her songwriting, guitar and singing. A craftful songwriter, her potent and melodic vocals are a vehicle for lyrical brilliance.
