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SUMMARY:Dan Webster and Emily Lawler (UK)
DESCRIPTION:UK festival favourites Dan and Emily bring to the stage a unique blend of English folk music fused with country/Americana. \nAn 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.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/dan-webster-and-emily-lawler-uk/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250418T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260417T233000
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SUMMARY:**CLOSED**GOOD FRIDAY**
DESCRIPTION:The Drunken Poet is closed on Good Friday\, 18 April.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/4850/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260201T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260201T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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SUMMARY:Ezra Lee & Jumpin' Jethro Whittaker
DESCRIPTION:The Boogie Men features international piano man of mystery Ezra Lee and hot shot guitarist Jumpin’ Jethro Whittaker.\nFeb 1 at The Drunken Poet will be one their last gigs before touring ten days in Japan backed with The Broken Blues Band.\nLeaning heavily into the great guitar songs of Link Wray\, Johnny Guitar Watson and Freddie King\, as well as the piano boogie woogie of the 40s and 50s\, this duo is steeped in stompin’ blues and rare rockin’ tunes and ready to boogie !
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/jumpin-jethro-as-the-boogie-men/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T020710Z
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SUMMARY:Suzanne Petersen & Big John (Zhang Ling)
DESCRIPTION:  \nSuzanne Petersen is a Geelong-based pianist\, flautist\, singer and songwriter whose music spans folk\, blues\, pop and jazz. Her releases have appeared on the Australian Blues & Roots charts\, and in 2024 she made her solo debut at the Edinburgh Fringe\, performing original songs including work from her upcoming release Down That Road. Big John (Zhang Ling) is a celebrated musician from China\, known for his powerful voice\, virtuosity on bass\, and stage presence. A pioneering figure in introducing blues and jazz to Chinese audiences\, he has fronted bands that blend blues with soul\, rock\, and beyond.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/suzanne-petersen-big-john-zhang-ling/
CATEGORIES:Wine Women Whiskey
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T203000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
CREATED:20260111T225307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T225307Z
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SUMMARY:The Matinays
DESCRIPTION:The Matinays – electric organ and drum set duo playing boog-a-loo and bossa nova.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/the-matinays/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
CREATED:20260111T224954Z
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SUMMARY:Tracey Bunn
DESCRIPTION:Tracey Bunn returns to the Drunken Poet with her brand new self-produced album ‘Another Broken Juliet’ with Richard Grace on upright bass and Damien Neil on guitar. \nDarwin singer-songwriter Tracey Bunn has spent over 30 years honing her craft\, performing at venues and festivals across Australia\, Ireland\, UK\, Europe and the US\, both solo and with her former band the Toe Sucking Cowgirls. Her exuberant live shows have garnered praise around the world and her song-writing has drawn a swag of awards. \nIn 2022 Tracey Bunn put down her pen and donned her newly acquired producer’s hat. Setting aside her own storytelling prowess she partnered with lyricist Peter Hayes to self-produce ‘Another Broken Juliet”\, her first release in over 10 years.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/tracey-bunn/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260210T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260210T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
CREATED:20260111T225433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T225433Z
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SUMMARY:The Ocelots play Tom Waits first album "Closing Time"
DESCRIPTION:The Ocelots play Tom Waits first album “Closing Time”
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/the-ocelots-play-tom-waits-first-album-closing-time/
CATEGORIES:Tribute Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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SUMMARY:Zac Henderson 
DESCRIPTION:  \nZac Henderson will be performing at The Drunken Poet showcasing his highly anticipated new album\, ‘Change The Tides’. Known for his magnetic blend of Blues\, Folk\, Rock and Roots\, Zac brings his trademark wit\, warmth and raw storytelling to the stage for an intimate night of new music. Recorded live at MONA’s Frying Pan Studio\, the album has already turned heads with the first singles from the album\, ‘Suzie’ & ‘Fever’. Don’t miss your chance to hear these songs up close from an artist praised for “arresting folk… full of heart and wit.”
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/zac-henderson/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260215T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260215T233000
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SUMMARY:Flora Falls
DESCRIPTION:  \nFlora Falls is the indie-folk duo of Brea (Australia) and Dom (Canada)\, who met in Berlin in 2019 and quickly bonded over their shared passion for songwriting. Since forming\, they’ve crafted a distinctive\, harmony-rich sound\, releasing two EPs that earned millions of streams and features on major German stations including Radio Eins\, Der Kultur Blog\, ALEX Berlin\, and FLUX FM. They’ve toured widely across Europe\, sharing stages with artists such as Ondara\, The Wellermen\, Kim Churchill\, and Tessa Devine. Now\, ahead of their March 2026 debut album\, Flora Falls celebrate with their first Australian tour\, bringing their intimate\, heartfelt music home.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/flora-falls/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260217T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260217T233000
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SUMMARY:Stella Anning Trio plays the songs of Khruangbin
DESCRIPTION:Blending Thai funk\, Iranian pop\, dub\, psychedelia\, soul\, and surf rock\, KHRUANGBIN have built a global cult following — and inspired musicians everywhere. \nLed by guitarist Stella Anning\, STAT blends electric grit with jazz-school sensibilities\, wrapping tight rhythm section interplay in a wash of vintage tones and soulful spontaneity.  In this exclusive tribute performance\, STAT brings this iconic sound to life. Expect the deep grooves\, lush guitar tones\, and dreamy\, worldly textures that define the Khruangbin experience — all reimagined through STAT’s creative lens. \nThis is more than a tribute — it’s a celebration of groove\, connection\, and vibe.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/stella-anning-trio-plays-the-songs-of-khruangbin/
CATEGORIES:Tribute Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260220T203000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260220T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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SUMMARY:Glenn Skuthorpe
DESCRIPTION:A master of melodies! Experience the powerful and soulful sounds of Glenn Skuthorpe live at The Drunken Poet on July 5th. Glenn Skuthorpe\, a celebrated Australian First Nations musician\, brings his unique blend of rock\, folk\, and country to the stage\, captivating audiences with his poignant storytelling and rich melodies. \nHis remarkable 6 albums have earned him recognition within the music industry\, while his enthralling live performances continue to engage audiences worldwide. Glenn is an impressive composer of soundtracks for movies and documentaries such as The Emu Runner and John Pilger’s Utopia\, so you simply must experience him live!
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/glenn-skuthorpe/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260222T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260222T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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SUMMARY:Closed for private event
DESCRIPTION:We’re open Sunday February 22 from 12noon\, however we will close from 8pm onward for a private event.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/closed-for-private-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260224T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260224T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
CREATED:20260126T021511Z
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SUMMARY:Viki Mealing and Peter O’Shea play the songs of Sinead O'Connor
DESCRIPTION:  \nViki Mealing and Peter O’Shea play the songs of Sinead O’Connor\n  \n 
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/viki-mealing-and-peter-oshea-play-the-songs-of-sinead-oconnor/
CATEGORIES:Tribute Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
CREATED:20260225T021124Z
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SUMMARY:Closed due to wild weather
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URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/closed-due-to-wild-weather/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260226T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260226T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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SUMMARY:Jet Black Machine
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne’s newest Rock ’n’ Roll duo from hell will be hittin’ The Drunken Poet on the 27th of November for their solo debut! Jet Black Machine plays a stripped back\, blues shoutin’\, twanged up sound\, drawing heavily from material by Howlin’ Wolf all the way to The Cramps. Armed with a hell of a voice from their lead gal\, Mariana\, and their loud\, rakin’ lead guitar man\, Gabriel\, these Melbourne-raised siblings have been making a splash in the local music scene. They love raw blues\, hard rockabilly and mean\, outlaw country. If you are looking for a fun\, rockin’ time\, you can’t miss The Jet Black Machine!
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/jet-black-machine-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T203000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
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SUMMARY:Dan Webster and Emily Lawler
DESCRIPTION:All the way from York\, UK\, Dan Webster and Emily Lawler bring to the stage a unique blend of Country/Americana fused with folk and roots from both sides of the Atlantic (‘Anglicana’\, it has been called!). A 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 through upbeat energising tunes and introspective ballads.
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/dan-webster-and-emily-lawler/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260228T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260228T233000
DTSTAMP:20260705T010217
CREATED:20260202T023310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T023310Z
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SUMMARY:Snasta
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur names are Áine\, Niamh and Sinéad. We are 3/4 members of ‘Snasta’ a new\, all female\, traditional Irish music band consisting of piano\, concertina and fiddle. \nWe most recently played at the Southeastern Old Time Gathering in Bangkok in November 2025. \nAll three of us play regularly at sessions across Melbourne and have formed a tight-knit sound as we’ve gotten to know each other’s styles more intricately. We play a wide repertoire of traditional Irish tunes and pieces which are informed by our individual music experiences growing up. \nJoin us in The Drunken Poet\, Melbourne on the 28th of February 2026 from 3-6 pm for a session! All musicians welcome!
URL:https://www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au/event/snasta/
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