UK festival favourites Dan and Emily bring to the stage a unique blend of English folk music fused with country/Americana. An energising combination of distinctive warm and powerful vocals and guitar interlaced with a dexterous meld of celtic- and country- style fiddling and beautiful harmonies mesmerises a multi-genre audience.
Girl Friday plays the songs of Barbara Dane! Join us for a soul-stirring evening as Girl Friday brings the powerful protest songs and bluesy ballads of Barbara Dane to life. With heartfelt vocals and vintage charm, this tribute celebrates the voice of a true folk legend. Don’t miss this moving homage to a musical trailblazer!
Ricki Wood is a singer and guitarist with a live performance career that has seen him perform a countless number of shows in the last 30+ years. Born and raised in Gippsland Victoria, Ricki moved to New Zealand at age 13, where he discovered his love for playing the guitar. Starting out as a self-taught […]
Hailed by Beat Magazine for his “soulful folk-pop sound,” Sean Frayne’s impressive musical resume features standout tracks like “Seven Kisses” and “Vermilion Hue,” and a debut album that’s surpassed half a million streams. A three-time semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition, Sean has received airplay on Triple J and RRR, collaborated locally and internationally, and […]
Duncan Phillips plays the songs of Steve Earl Duncan picked up his first guitar at the tender age of eight. By fourteen he was a mainstay of the local gig and festival circuit. With a sound and sensibility that leans heavily into the likes of Tom Petty, Steve Earle and Bruce Springsteen, Duncan’s take on […]
Archer is a folk musician. A country blues crooner poet. Singing by the Rivers, singing in the nursing homes, singing for the children. He is an author, has written hundreds of songs and spends most days Planting Trees and feeding delicacies to a giant Cow. Archer recently featured in the cult classic documentary "I'm Wanita" and is […]
Tonight, we pay tribute to the gritty, ground-breaking sounds of Chess Records. Join us as bluesman Bill Barber takes the stage to honour the legends—Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Etta James and more.
Henri Herbert is an international boogie-woogie sensation and one of the most technically dazzling pianists of his generation. Born in France and raised in the UK, Henri has taken the world by storm with his blistering speed, impeccable timing, and deep, soulful groove. Whether playing sold-out shows in iconic venues or racking up millions of views […]
The Jump Cats are a swingin' jump blues band that plays an uptempo style of blues that you can dance to. Their music harks back to the 40's and 50's when rhythm and blues was big on the scene with music from the likes of Louis Jordan, Tiny Bradshaw and later from artists such as […]
Prominent vocalist in Melbourne's alt-country scene, Katie May; will be joined by her band The Mystics, at the Drunken Poet on June 18th, bringing you two sets of both her original music and country covers. Katie is known for her rich and warm tonalities, her confessional lyrics and captivating melodies, which have been heard blending […]
One of Australia’s exciting next generation artists, Charlie began playing in bars & clubs at the age of 12 & is now a regular, touring the Australian pub, club & festival scene. Performing in the USA multiple times in Memphis, Nashville & Muscle Shoals, Charlie has played alongside band members from many great acts, including […]
Garry Allen is a singer/songwriter/guitarist based in Melbourne. He has a love for the old blues – raw and pure. Robert Johnson is a towering figure who has inspired generations of blues and rock musicians. His songs have left their mark and his delivery is still unmatched. Keith Richards, Eric Clapton and other giants have […]
Willow and Lake are a dynamic guitar and vocal duo based in Melbourne, bringing smooth grooves and infectious energy to every stage they grace. Known for their rich harmonies, vibrant performances, and genre-spanning setlists, this talented pair effortlessly blends jazz, funk, indie rock, pop, and timeless 80s/90s classics into a sound that’s uniquely their own. […]
CJ Stranger heads to the Drunken Poet on the 29th of June for night of story-telling song craft, authentic humorous lyrics and a constantly searching guitar style. CJ hails from Darug Country, Blue Mountains NSW. His songs connect with people through everyday experiences, observations and struggles as well as images of the Australian landscape. Whilst his […]
