Join us at The Drunken Poet for a night of heartfelt storytelling indie-folk with Melbourne and Singapore-based singer-songwriter, aeriqah. With a sound deeply influenced by the likes of Leith Ross, Lizzy McAlpine, and Christian Lee Hutson, aeriqah’s music weaves together stories of love, loss, and self-discovery. A year into living in Melbourne, aeriqah brings fresh writing, adding to the […]
Vardos pay tribute for Greek Independence Day! Driven by Alana's wild violin, chased by accordion and double bass, Vardos play folk and Romany music learnt from Rroma (Gypsy) musicians during their travels in Eastern Europe. Based in Melbourne, Australia, the band has toured to Hungary, France, Berlin, Switzerland, Amsterdam, New Caledonia, New Zealand, London and […]
KARAKAS is the music project of Jimmie Linville, singer-songwriter and front-man of the bands Canyon Spells (formerly Daniel and the Lion) and Big Chance. Linville toured nationally throughout the US since 2010, playing over 200 shows a year. In 2014, Canyon Spells opened for Counting Crows on a massive tour and followed up the season […]
"What's my age again?" Taylor Project and Greg Steps pay tribute to Blink 182 in Country & Folk style! Experience this iconic band in a whole different genre! What’s my age again? And what the hell is Call ID? Join Taylor Project and Greg Steps for a Tribute Tuesday presenting Blink 182 songs in country […]
Melbourne based 5-piece Americana outfit Front Porch are a stand out in Melbourne's Live music scene, performing all over the city’s many live music venues as well as Victoria’s Bluegrass festivals and club nights. The band tastefully incorporates the styles of bluegrass, Western swing, dixie-land, ragtime, jazz, Tex-Mex Latin, and even 60s folk. Formed in […]
John Flanagan is known for his authentic stage presence, heart-gripping storytelling and uplifting performances. He has been described as “one of Australia’s finest lyricists” (Timber & Steel). Performing with a new 7-piece line up featuring rhythm section and horns, Flanagan channels the raw and soulful folk-rock of the 70s taking inspiration from the likes of […]
Rubita will be returning to The Drunken Poet with fresh songs and instruments. She’ll be joined by Henry Smithers on bass guitar, delivering soulful bass lines and groovy solos, along with Christian Silva, a world-class percussion player showcasing an array of rhythms and beats. Tying it all together with Rubita’s smooth guitar chords and velvety […]
Melbourne troubadour John Fox has spent the past two decades crafting a repertoire of poignant, sharply observed songs about life’s agonies and absurdities. With echoes of Shane McGowan’s ragged heartache and John Prine’s storytelling wit, Fox delivers classic songwriting with a trad folk twist and a lyrical sensibility that is uniquely his own. A songwriter’s songwriter and a true local gem
Inspired by The Cure’s stunning new album, Chris Keogh and Tom Caley from The Acrobats bring ‘Two Re-imaginary Boys’ to The Drunken Poet. This show will delve into The Cure’s extensive and eclectic songbook in full acoustic mode. From the early post punk, through their dark and haunting moments, to the pristine pop and everything in between, expect to hear classics […]
Electrifying guitarist/singer/songwriter Kathleen Halloran has well and truly established herself as one of the country’s most exciting rising stars. Educated on stage alongside some of Australia’s biggest names, this triple threat is widely known for her swaggering fretboard flare and irresistible spirit. The launch of her soaring debut single ‘Free with Me’ has seen her […]
Born and raised in the historic gold boom center of Ballarat in Western Victoria, Australian Cosmic Country Queen Freya Josephine Hollick has mined a rich alluvial songwriting vein across 3 full-length albums including The Unceremonious Junking Of Me (2015), 2018’s Feral Fusion and most recently 2022’s The Real World. This show is proudly supported by […]
