At 9pm, Wolf Arrow Rain will be having a break from her usual band to play a rare solo show of unreleased original country folk tunes in order to give the world a glimpse of a secret 2nd band project in the works titled Savage River. Prepare for an extra special treat that may not […]
Rubita plays the songs of Rodriguez! Sixto Rodriguez lived in obscurity as his music career flamed out early in the U.S. only to find success in South Africa and a stardom he was unaware of. This incredible story was the subject of the music documentary 'Searching for Sugarman'. 'Experience the electrifying melodies of Rubita, Melbourne's very […]
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 […]
Hailing from West Cork, Ireland, old friends Sean and Emer have reunited in Melbourne to form their charismatic cover band, 'Unnecessary Journeys' Their acoustic folk sound features a blend of energetic rhythms and enchanting harmonies with the occasional nod to their Irish roots.
Poet faves Daniel Watkins and Justin Vilchez plays the songs of Bob Dylan!
The Poet welcomes Maggie Carty to The Poet!
Special event at The Poet! Welcoming Lorraine Nash. The independent release of her debut EP Wildflower in 2020 saw stunning newcomer and multi-instrumentalist, Lorraine Nash, quickly become one of the most played female artists on Irish radio regularly featuring on RTÉ Radio 1 playlists. Lorraine’s original material brings a mix of musical styles to the table […]
Jarrod Shaw possesses a passion and appreciation for blues music that becomes obvious from the moment the first note sounds. He delivers a soulful blues inspired show, performed with conviction. Jarrod was born and raised in country Victoria, down the dirt roads of the Macedon Ranges. He taught himself to play guitar listening to the […]
The Drunken Poet will be closed from Friday 29th March - Monday 8th April. We look forward to seeing you back soon!
The Luau Cowboys are coming to The Poet for Tribute Tuesday featuring the work, guitar playing and songs of Merle Travis, recognised as tone of the most influential country, and rockabilly guitarist for the genre too. They'll also be playing playing of the songs of the Louvine Brothers, the most influential act in modern country and bluegrass music for harmonies, songs […]
Jenna Campbell is a guitarist and live-looping artist from the Dandenong Ranges who creates an engaging and unique full-band sound. An exciting emerging artist with attention-grabbing guitar skills, Jenna's music will transport you to other times and places as she fuses world music elements with progressive rock. She tells stories without words, composing acoustic guitar-driven […]
