Having spent a decade touring much of Australia and parts of North America, it was Nathan Seeckts’ acclaimed debut album ‘The Heart Of The City’ in 2019 that cemented him as one of the most exciting new voices on the Australian Americana landscape. The album received a nomination for Country Album of The Year at […]

Born out of love for the Blues and a need to escape the ennui of COVID lockdowns, The Maskell-Love Band is a fresh project brought forth by a seasoned collective of musicians, each with a considerable local music pedigree. Fronting the band is Pete Maskell, a man with a rare gift for lyrical interpretation. His […]

After a long hiatus, Irish singer/songwriter Roesy returns to the stage with songs from his catalogue of 8 albums and a fresh collection of originals. Blending rich, introspective songwriting with the songs that have shaped his journey, this gig marks the start of a new chapter. Roesy will be airing some of his new work […]

Possessing a deep affinity with the acoustic folk and rock sound of the 60s and 70s, Bom Derry seamlessly weaves these influences into his covers of popular tracks, and into his own songwriting. His style is known to strike a chord with a broad audience, but those who appreciate the artistry of Paul Simon, Vance Joy and […]

Jeremy Beggs is a Ballarat-based Americana artist crafting songs that walk the long road of resilience, reflection, and redemption. His =. music blends alt-country grit with emotional storytelling, drawing comparisons to Jason Isbell, John Moreland, Nathaniel Ratelif and Joe Pug. Finding stories from his life as a husband, father, educator and now musician, Jeremy uses […]

Kelly Auty is renowned for her powerhouse performances and her show-girl versatility. She is a favourite on the Australian music scene. In 2022 Kelly teamed with award winning producer and bass player and Blues Music Victoria Hall of Fame Inductee, Barry Hills, who had been working with several session players for various studio projects before and during the pandemic. In […]

An extraordinarily itinerant journey from a small desert town in Texas to New York’s indie music scene informs Mosley’s sound, which popmatters.com described as, “...no more country than R&B, no more folk than rock.” Nomadic beginnings prepared Mosley for years of constant touring following the release of his debut album, Light & Blood—which NeuFutur Magazine commended as “a […]

The Hornets Trio continue to celebrate their recent signing with Laneway Music and the release and launch of a brand new single ‘Just Another Rider’ at the Drunken Poet . You'll hear see the trio play their new single as well as  cuts from their new EP and a selection of songs from their entire eight […]

Join indie-pop artist Madi Leeds for an intimate duo set at The Drunken Poet as part of Wine, Whiskey, Women on Wednesday 27th August. With catchy hooks and a touch of melancholy, Madi blends dreamy pop with raw, heartfelt lyrics that leave a lasting impression. Performing in a stripped-back duo format, this will showcase the emotional depth […]

Benny Elder spent his days in the mines and his nights with a guitar and a dream. A mechanical engineer by trade but a storyteller by heart, 31 year old Hobart born now Brisbane based musician Benny Elder has taken a leap of faith, and has begun turning his music dreams into reality. Set to […]

Melbourne based Roots Rocker Joshua Batten is a genuine performer, with a rare ability to truly connect with his audience. With passionate vocals, accomplished guitar playing, layered arrangements and inspirational lyrics, Joshua displays a depth well beyond his years. Based on his insights living with neurodiversity, his songs offer authentic reflections of introspective moments, presented as universally […]

Leo is a Virginia-born Blues singer and multi-instrumentalist currently residing in NZ and would be playing with a band of seasoned cats from VIC and SA. Leo's the real deal and brings a rare level of depth to 50's and 60's Blues styles, he's played with Bo Diddley, Pinetop Perkins and Big Bill Morganfield and brings a killer […]