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West Melbourne

(03) 9348 9797


Drunken Hours:

Monday - closed

Tuesday-Friday - 3pm-1am

Saturday 12 noon - 1am

Sunday 12 noon - 11pm

Ash King

Ash King is a blues & roots singer-songwriter from Healesville. With his deep powerful voice and funky guitar work, he balances soulful feel and raw energy. As a solo acoustic artist and frontman of blues-rock band Smoke Stack Rhino, he has taken his high-energy live show around Australia. Ash is an engaging storyteller, an electrifying performer, and a fresh […]

The Galway Rovers

Ciaran Boyle and Declan Simpson have joined together as THE GALWAY ROVERS! Kick off your Saturday afternoon at The Poet with these legends!  

Presley Davis Jr

  Presley Davis Jr. released 3 different albums in 3 different genres this year. If you like Soul, Country, or even New Orleans Jazz he has it covered. Justin Yap plays in the blues band “Rambal” which combines the sounds of soul, funk and blues with incredible harmonies. Together Presley and Justin have put a […]

Kier Stevens plays the songs of Nick Lowe

Get ready for another incredible Tribute Tuesday at The Drunken Poet! This week, Kier Stevens takes the stage to celebrate the legendary Nick Lowe. Known for his melodic craftsmanship and witty lyrics, Lowe's influence on British rock and power pop has been monumental. Join us as Stevens dives into Lowe’s timeless repertoire, bringing beloved hits […]

Kaliopi & the Blues Messengers

Kaliopi & the Blues Messengers play The Poet! KALIOPI and the BLUES MESSENGERS recently celebrated their 1st year anniversary performing St Kilda Blues Festival after officially launching at the Glenmaggie Blues & Roots Festival 2022 to vibrant receptions. In that time, Kaliopi’s band has supported some of our country’s blues icons for Double Trouble Blues […]

Kye Arnot

Kye Arnot is a 19 year old Singer-Songwriter living in the Yarra Valley. He found his love for music during lockdown, where he taught himself how to play guitar and sing, and used it as a way to turn his poetry into song. Kye is new to the Melbourne music scene, and can’t wait to share his stories […]

Dakota East

Earnest and soulful, Country/Indie artist Dakota East travels both on a lonesome mountain dirt road and an inner city street.  “I was surrounded by Country, Folk & Blues music for as long as I can remember,” says East of her musical upbringing. “Mum would have Bonnie Raitt & Shania Twain playing around the house. Dad […]

Frankie & The Bad Cats

  Frankie & The Bad Cats are a blues band whose original material ranges from traditional &modern blues to funk and even elements of rockabilly. Formerly known as Mojo Mafia, Frankie & The Bad Cats have released three albums so far and their latest is titled “Judgement Day” which many independent blues/roots music critics believe […]

The Coastalaires

The Coastalaires play Southern American music. The trio of Jeremy Hanley (vocals, electric guitar), Leigh McDowell (electric bass), and Clifford Booth (drums), play compelling arrangements of 'grown-up' soul, country and R&B classics from the repertoires of the song centers of the South: Texas, New Orleans, Memphis, Muscle Shoals and Nashville

Van Walker play the songs of The Kinks

Join us at The Drunken Poet for a night dedicated to the legendary sounds of The Kinks, as Van Walker takes the stage to bring these classic tunes to life! Known for his unique storytelling and heartfelt performances, Van Walker is ready to dive into the gritty, raw, and infectious energy that made The Kinks […]

Jessey Jackson

A rare gem indeed; Jessey Jackson is quite simply a force to be reckoned with! Far from your average ‘run of the mill’ female performer; this self taught singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist is often likened to celebrated artists such as the immortal Janis Joplin, Melissa Etheridge, Tracy Chapman and Stevie Nicks. Now having completed her recent Ireland and Northern Territory Tours Jessey […]

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