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.
"What's my age again?" Taylor Project and Greg Steps pay tribute to Blink 182 in Country & Folk style! Experience this iconic band in a whole different genre! What’s my age again? And what the hell is Call ID? Join Taylor Project and Greg Steps for a Tribute Tuesday presenting Blink 182 songs in country […]
Kinnon is an artist from Victoria's southwest coast. Rising out of the emptiness, Kinnon's subtle acoustic guitar and intimate, impassioned voice invite us into her folk world. Kinnon has been played on JJJ and was successfull in securing a spot at 2022 Music in the Vines festival. Kinnon's sounds are minimalist, yet expansive. There is as much universality, […]
Ingrid achieves a rare balance of vigorous raw emotion and humble greatness, piloting the band down pathways of expansive creative energy with her songwriting, guitar and singing. A craftful songwriter, her potent and melodic vocals are a vehicle for lyrical brilliance. This show is proudly supported by the Victorian Government through the Community Support Fund […]
Every Friday night, to start your weekend right! With live music 6 nights a week at The Poet, our Traditional Irish Music sessions are a part of our weekly line up.
Wykd Folk is an Australian folk/rock 4 piece based in Naarm (Melbourne) It's not about the money It's not about the toys But all about the hugs and kisses I missed when I was a boy It's not about the trips away Or the shoes upon my feet But all about my brother gone And […]
Music from the Irish and Scottish traditions! Jigs, Reels, Polkas and songs all fly from MacCrimmin.
Melbourne based 5-piece Americana outfit Front Porch are a stand out in Melbourne's Live music scene, performing all over the city’s many live music venues as well as Victoria’s Bluegrass festivals and club nights. The band tastefully incorporates the styles of bluegrass, Western swing, dixie-land, ragtime, jazz, Tex-Mex Latin, and even 60s folk. Formed in […]
John Flanagan is known for his authentic stage presence, heart-gripping storytelling and uplifting performances. He has been described as “one of Australia’s finest lyricists” (Timber & Steel). Performing with a new 7-piece line up featuring rhythm section and horns, Flanagan channels the raw and soulful folk-rock of the 70s taking inspiration from the likes of […]
Rubita will be returning to The Drunken Poet with fresh songs and instruments. She’ll be joined by Henry Smithers on bass guitar, delivering soulful bass lines and groovy solos, along with Christian Silva, a world-class percussion player showcasing an array of rhythms and beats. Tying it all together with Rubita’s smooth guitar chords and velvety […]
From rock to blues to Americana, country and soul, Lecia Louise embraces her musical diversity with accomplished virtuosity, not only as a guitarist but also as a singer/song writer. Lecia will be playing a solo set at The Drunken Poet as part of ‘Whiskey, wine and women’. 9-10pm. Lecia’s musical journey has taken her on […]
Katankin is the solo moniker of Melbourne singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer Helen Catanchin.Helen’s uniquely warm tone – simultaneously earthy and incredibly pure – and a true bard’s ability to deftly expose the beating heart of every song, along with her poetic and poignant, cuts-to-the-bone songwriting, all put their unmistakable stamp on Katankin’s songs. This show is […]
Melbourne troubadour John Fox has spent the past two decades crafting a repertoire of poignant, sharply observed songs about life’s agonies and absurdities. With echoes of Shane McGowan’s ragged heartache and John Prine’s storytelling wit, Fox delivers classic songwriting with a trad folk twist and a lyrical sensibility that is uniquely his own. A songwriter’s songwriter and a true local gem
Start your weekend off right, every Friday night we have Trad Irish Music at The Poet!
Van Walker & Nick O'Mara at The Poet - special event! This show is proudly supported by the Victorian Government through the Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria delivered by Music Victoria.
This show features just Paul 'A Bad Penguin' The Bad Penguins are a two piece band from Ireland who have recently relocated in Melbourne. The Bad Penguins have been playing in an array of venues across Europe, America and throughout Ireland for the past 5 years. We originally met while doing independent residencies in separate […]
Waz E James returns to the Poet! Join us on Saturday eve for Waz E James, often referred to as ‘Australia’s best kept secret’. Joined by Andrew Pendlebury this week.
The Steamboat Whistlers are a Melbourne based acoustic band dedicated to early jazz and blues that emanated from New Orleans before travelling up the Mississippi and all around the globe. The band's repertoire draws on a wide range of musical influences which include traditional jazz, depression era blues, ragtime and spirituals. The Steamboat Whistlers have gained a loyal following through their energetic […]
Craic’n is a dynamic Celtic folk duo hailing from Melbourne, bringing the heart and soul of traditional Irish and Scottish music to the people. Featuring the exceptional talents of Dannie McKenzie on guitar and Alex Taylor on fiddle, they weave together the rich, time-honoured sounds of lively reels, jigs, and ballads with a passion that […]
Inspired by The Cure’s stunning new album, Chris Keogh and Tom Caley from The Acrobats bring ‘Two Re-imaginary Boys’ to The Drunken Poet. This show will delve into The Cure’s extensive and eclectic songbook in full acoustic mode. From the early post punk, through their dark and haunting moments, to the pristine pop and everything in between, expect to hear classics […]
Electrifying guitarist/singer/songwriter Kathleen Halloran has well and truly established herself as one of the country’s most exciting rising stars. Educated on stage alongside some of Australia’s biggest names, this triple threat is widely known for her swaggering fretboard flare and irresistible spirit. The launch of her soaring debut single ‘Free with Me’ has seen her […]
Moosejaw Rifle Club are a folk/country/bluegrass band. With layered four part harmonies and hooks galore, the sweet harmonising and rollicking rhythms have seized the attention of every band room and festival they have played. Moosejaw Rifle Club have firmly set their reputation for fun loving, good time music. Seamlessly moving between country ballads and rollicking […]
Pat is a favourite at The Poet and brings his legendary tunes to our Saturday afternoon. Pat has toured extensively as guitarist for Irish folk legend Finbar Furey and has had his song "Geraldine's thinking of Galway" recorded by the Furey brothers.
Born and raised in the historic gold boom center of Ballarat in Western Victoria, Australian Cosmic Country Queen Freya Josephine Hollick has mined a rich alluvial songwriting vein across 3 full-length albums including The Unceremonious Junking Of Me (2015), 2018’s Feral Fusion and most recently 2022’s The Real World. This show is proudly supported by […]
The Drunken Poet will be closed on Easter Sunday. We look forward to seeing you back soon!
Candice Alisha is a blues and folk singer songwriter originally hailing from Wodonga, Victoria but now local to Melbourne after making the move to the big city to pursue her career at the beginning of 2019. After working as a full-time musician in various bands for the better part of a decade, Candice has struck […]
What started out as a protest band, a vehicle to voice their concerns with the global political climate, took an interesting twist when they approached former Pornland front man and vocalist Slatty D, who pointed out “The people don’t want to hear about our disillusionment with the inadequacies of government, local or otherwise. What they […]
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. His remarkable 6 albums have […]
The Lonesome Wranglers bring their infectious blend of vintage country and rockabilly to the Drunken Poet. Expect originals, obscure covers and re-imaginings of some unexpected favourites. Come git some grit!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
