Atomic: The Songs of Blondie
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Building on the momentum of their recent debut, Atomic: The Songs of Blondie takes the stage at George Lane, St Kilda, for the first time on Saturday, 25 January.
Lo Carmen & The Great Beyond - 'Transatlantic Light' Album Celebration + Mick Turner (Dirty Three)
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‘like the Velvet Underground jamming with Mazzy Star in a Nashville honky tonk after closing time’ Post To Wire
Lo Carmen’s shimmering songs transcend time and genre and they are in full mesmerising force on ‘Transatlantic Light,’ recorded with The Great Beyond, featuring Cec Condon on drums (Mess Hall), Ken Gormly on bass (Cruel Sea) and Sam Worrad on guitar (Holy Soul).
Sammi Palinkas
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Rising Melbourne country artist Sammi Palinkas has been making waves since her arrival on the country music scene, and she is set to hit the stage at George Lane (St Kilda) with her energetic live show.
Snarski v Snarski
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“Waiting For The Bell” is the first release recorded under the moniker Snarski vs Snarski. It’s where Snarski sings Snarski, or to be more precise Mark sings Rob and Rob sings Mark’s songs ~ from Chad’s Tree to The Jackson Code, Snarski & Luscombe, Nearly Brothers, So-Called Friends and their collected solo works.
Snarski v Snarski (Round Two!)
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“Waiting For The Bell” is the first release recorded under the moniker Snarski vs Snarski. It’s where Snarski sings Snarski, or to be more precise Mark sings Rob and Rob sings Mark’s songs ~ from Chad’s Tree to The Jackson Code, Snarski & Luscombe, Nearly Brothers, So-Called Friends and their collected solo works.
Valentine’s Night 'Couples Therapy' Show
Starring:
Alison Ferrier & Jeff Lang
Suzannah Espie & Jack O’Dell
Sherry Rich & Rick Plant
Crescent Moon (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Tucked away in the corner of a pub or bar you will find Crescent Moon plying their trade with a combination of lap steel, twang and sweet three-part harmonies.
Charles Maimarosia + Pirritu
Charles Maimarosia is a unique and extraordinary Solomon Islands singer and musician, raised in the remote Pipisu village of Malaita. He is renowned for being a singer of important custom knowledge, drawing equally on traditional and contemporary musical styles.
Bek Jensen (Single Launch)
**Get Ready for an Electrifying Night of Soul: Bek Jensen’s Single Launch**
Music lovers, mark your calendars! Join us for an unforgettable evening as Bek Jensen launches her highly anticipated single at George Lane on Fri 21st Feb 2025. Known for her powerful voice and commanding stage presence, Bek’s music seamlessly blends soul, funk and contemporary blues, creating an exhilarating experience that will leave you craving more.
Eric McCusker (Album Launch) + Gerry's Well-Oiled Machine (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Eric McCusker is an ARIA nominated and APRA Award winning iconic songwriter and musician who showcases his incredible guitar and bass skills in addition to his master songwriting and musicianship.
The Hollowmen - Celebrating 35 Years of 'So Long'
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Having formed in 1985, and with two previous line ups behind them, The Hollowmen were ready to record with their latest and most refined iteration. Gina Hearnden had joined Mal Stanley and Billy Baxter on vocals to establish an intuitive and intoxicating harmonic blend.
The Hollowmen - Celebrating 35 Years of ‘So Long’ (Matinee Show)
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After selling out their first show in less than 48 hours we have released a second The Hollowmen Show at George Lane!
Having formed in 1985, and with two previous line ups behind them, The Hollowmen were ready to record with their latest and most refined iteration. Gina Hearnden had joined Mal Stanley and Billy Baxter on vocals to establish an intuitive and intoxicating harmonic blend.
Kenna & Cox
Kenna & Cox is an Australian folk-blues duo, based in Paris. Their performances juxtapose Chris Kenna's raw, "other worldly" rock energy with the refinement of Melissa Cox's "hauntingly beautiful" violin.
St. Kilda Blues Festival 2025
St Kilda Blues Fest returns for another year of bangin’ Blues!
A FREE weekend celebrating the spirit of music and all things blues. Music everywhere for everybody
FRI NIGHT LINEUP
KIM VOLKMAN BLUES BAND 8:00PM
BENNY PETERS & THE MISTREATERS 9:30PM
JESSE REDWING 11:00PM
St. Kilda Blues Festival 2025
St Kilda Blues Fest returns for another year of bangin’ Blues!
A FREE weekend celebrating the spirit of music and all things blues. Music everywhere for everybody
SAT LINEUP
CONTINENTAL ROBERT SUSZ 6:30PM
OPELOUSAS 8:00PM
MURRAY’S BAY COUNTRY CLUB 9:30PM
OTIS NAMRELL TRIO 11:00PM
St. Kilda Blues Festival
St Kilda Blues Fest returns for another year of bangin’ Blues!
A FREE weekend celebrating the spirit of music and all things blues. Music everywhere for everybody
SUN LINEUP
CHARLES JENKINS 4:00PM
SHAKE 5:30PM
ROD PAINE & THE FULL TIME LOVERS 7:00PM
Lana Eileen
As a musician, Lana has travelled extensively, touring and recording around the world. She has previously worked with Alan Weatherhead (Sparklehorse, Magnolia Electric Co.) and Mike Coykendall (M. Ward, Beth Orton) in the United States, and Brett Shaw (Florence and the Machine, Robyn, Daughter) in the United Kingdom.
ROAR Festival - Women On The Bay
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The inaugural “ROAR FEST Celebrating Women in Music” will take place across St Kilda on the 2025 Labour Day March long weekend, aligning with global celebrations of International Women’s Day.
Dean Owens & The Sinners (SCO)
Award winning Scottish troubadour Dean Owens is one of Scotland’s best musical exports - with fans including authors Irvine Welsh and Ian Rankin (whose fictional detective Rebus has Dean’s songs on playlist), and BBC legend Bob Harris.
ADDiCTED - Music, Mime, Dance
The long awaited world premiere, one Victorian only show.
Blue Sabbath
BLUE SABBATH, a potent duo featuring Lap Steel Guitar and Drums, explores the iconic riffs of Black Sabbath through a blues-infused, post-apocalyptic lens.
Mikelangelo & The Long Lost Friends
One of the true mavericks of Australian music, Mikelangelo is the alter-ego of Michael Simic. From The Old Bar in Fitzroy to the Sydney Opera House to London’s West End, he has packed houses and garnered accolades as a solo performer and with his long-term group Mikelangelo and the Black Sea Gentlemen, releasing 15 independent albums and building a worldwide following.
Beijing Bikini
Beijing Bikini is a Sydney-based band that plays underground rock and post-punk music.
The band consists of vocalist Bob Blunt, bassist Darcy Eunson-Cottle, guitarist Drew Thomason, and drummer Terry Van See.
Oily Rag Records Presents - Road Dogs In The Round
Join us for a one-of-a-kind musical experience as Kerryn Fields hosts an unforgettable night featuring special guests Nigel Wearne and Old Man Luedecke (Canada).
From truck stops to highways, dive bars to festival stages, couch surfing to mansions - these road dogs have seen it all and are here to share their incredible journeys.
Pinkerton Pendlebury
Andrew Pendlebury (The Sports, Stephen Cummings etc) and Steve Pinkerton (Dallas Crane, The Ronson Hangup, The Anyones,) share musical experience from the '70s, '80s and '90s through to now in new musical partnership Pinkerton Pendlebury.
The Brother Brothers (USA)
The Brother Brothers are the indie folk duo of Adam and David Moss. The identical twins were born and raised in Peoria, Illinois, and originally based in Brooklyn, but have been ultimately and profoundly shaped by indiscriminate rambling.
Dave Warner (From The Suburbs) Holds Court
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Suburban legend Dave Warner (of 'From the Suburbs' fame) takes us on an up close and personal journey through his five decades of music, writing and astute social commentary during this special show.
Majelen
Join Majelen on her first headline Australian tour with special guest Tessa Devine, before she heads back overseas!
Dave Francey (CAN)
David Francey, a Scottish-born Canadian songwriter, is "one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers", Toronto Star. Originally from Ayrshire, Scotland, he relocated to Canada at a young age, later becoming a carpenter by trade Francey quietly composed poetry, weaving melodies in his mind, and singing to himself while on the job.
Love Police Presents John Craigie (USA) + Kassi Valazza
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After blowing our minds with his wit, humour and excellent live performances in early 2024, JOHN CRAIGIE is back in our open arms in a three-week run around the country in March and April.
The Kevin Borich Express
In the 60’s, Kevin was the founding member of New Zealand’s hit band ‘The La De Da’s’ and did the ditch jump to OZ charting with his hit ‘Gonna See My Baby Tonight’ and top 30 album ‘Celebration’. Kevin was a founding member of Australia’s legendary band ‘The Party Boys’ with the number one hit ‘He’s Gonna Step On You’.
Stiff Gins + Special Guests
Stiff Gins, featuring Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson, form a powerful musical duo.
POP OFF! 2025
POP OFF! is the ultimate Iggy Pop competition and it's back in 2025 with a very special show. Celebrating its 11th year of crowing Iggys - One band and six Iggys battle it out with their chosen Iggy songs and the winner chosen by the judges (being YOU the punter!)
Dave Graney & The MistLY (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Dave Graney and Clare Moore released two albums in 2024. The first was (strangely)(emotional), an exotic, lyrical album that involved interior dimensions of memory of family and time and place. Journeying through inner and outer worlds with jazz voicings, vibes, keys, guitars and harp. A very much Covid era influenced work, including the affectionate blues Poor Covid.
Jad Pinnone
Anchored by a resonant voice, exhibiting the best of a storyteller and expressing his influences stemming from his Shilha Moroccan and Italian cultural roots, Australia’s Jad Pinnone is a sonic poet, blending ambient blues, folk and soulful R&B-infused maqam chants blending Moroccan folklore and spiritual Gnawa music with the alternative.
NYE At George Lane with Eugene Hamilton & The Money
Step into the realm of Eugene Hamilton, the richest man in the world, where the music is as strong and vibrant as the man himself. Dubbed “the world’s most living man” for his unparalleled energy, charisma and stamina, Eugene Hamilton, and his ‘million dollar wardrobe’ is considered one of the seven living wonders of Victoria.
Celebrate NYE at George Lane with us.
John Kennedy & The New Originals
John Kennedy returns from Spain to promote the new album John Kennedy And The New Originals - Live At The Marrickville Bowl.
Waz E James Band Feat. Andrew Pendlebury (The Sports) - Christmas Show
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Waz E James is often referred to as ‘Australia’s best kept secret’. He is a songwriter and regular performer at many of Australia’s largest festivals, and has performed legendary shows at the Tamworth Music Festival for more than 15 years straight.
DRUNKLE XMAS Show
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In the summer of ‘16 or ‘67 or ‘83 depending on which sources you believe, Hank Holistic, Leroy St Chapeax, Jonny Crash and Cletus Van Zandt met at a rehab facility in Tallahassee Florida. Sharing a common interest in addiction, Hank, Leroy, Jonny Crash and Cletus Van Zandt forged a bond with their common love of the same woman (Stormy) and a love of writing Country/punk music. Drunkle was born and their songs have been stolen and covered by many artists over the years who have gone on the become famous.
Brett Poliness & Katie Scott + Lisa Wood & John Phillips
Dark, visceral and drenched in an otherworldly psychedelia only the most affecting art could muster, this is A Chance to Fail: the handwerk of Brett Poliness and Katie Scott.
Julian James & The Moonshine State (Single Launch)
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Julian James is set to release his single "Catfish," offering a fresh twist on the classic Muddy Waters tune. Produced by the ARIA Award-winning Matt Fell, this track features the legendary Charlie Musselwhite on harmonica and backing vocals from the Hussy Hicks.
Alice Andersen (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Alice grew up singing from a young age – but it wasn’t until she was living in London that she realized that singing in a band was something one could do. After returning to Australia, she decided she wanted to sing her own stories – so she got started.
The Caledonian Castaways
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The Caledonian Castaways are a group of ex-pat Scot musicians from Melbourne. They perform their own songs of Scotland influenced by the blues and roots of the many bands they play with. The Caledonian Castaways are a powerhouse lineup consisting of some of Melbourne's finest musicians.
The Cartridge Family
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Sarah 'Shirley' Carroll, sister Suzannah 'Laurie' Espie and wayward son Rusty 'Danny' Rich, along with louche elder Greg 'Pa' Field, crack-addicted cousin Nicky Del Rey and recent immigrant Aunty Jack O'Dell are The Cartridge Family, named for their breezy, sunshine-filled hillbilly songs of death, and for their strong affiliation to public radio, firearms and printing.
Riley Catherall (Album Launch)
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“Catherall’s phrasing and overall writing reminds me of an American icon in Jason Isbell. It’s not every day I can make that kind of comparison. I am already looking forward to hearing more from Catherall. His poetic Americana lyricism is a rare treat in the music scene today.” Ear To The Ground Music.
Join us at George Lane, as Riley Catherall launches his new album 'The Light, The Beautiful Liar'.
This Is Joni - The Music of Joni Mitchell
In what will be an unforgettable celebration of her music rather than a typical “tribute” show, ‘This is Joni’ offers something for everyone, and not just for solid fans of Joni Mitchell’s extensive musical history.
Peppercreek Revival - Album Launch (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
PepperCreek Revival is a collective of renowned Melbourne musicians, put together by 2022 Blues Music Victoria Hall of Fame inductee and award winning producer / bass player Barry Hills who wanted to explore a new and innovative approach.
Blackbirds F.C. (Single Launch) + Megan Maike
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Blackbirds FC return to George Lane to launch their new single What’s The Half Life Of Loving You? in their final Melbourne show for 2024.
Cath Rutten & The Obvious Choice
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Cath Rutten is a singer/songwriter from Warrandyte, Naarm/Melbourne Australia. She has played some of Australia’s best known festivals including Lost Lands, Splendour in the Grass and Woodford Folk Festival.
Shani Weiss (Single Launch)
Shani is a multi-instrumentalist songwriter and storyteller. She will be bringing her Folk Rock tunes with her band to celebrate the release of her first single "All About Life" from her new upcoming Ep
Paulo Almeida (Single Launch)
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Paulo Almeida, front man for Dili Allstars, Sol Nation and Mystic Trio has embarked on a solo project and is releasing his third single, ‘Stay A While’. Staying true to his island roots, this new track sets a scene for lover’s reggae, vibing with lyrics sung in both English and Tetum (Timor Leste), Paulo’s native language.
8 Ball Aitken
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8 Ball Aitken has toured the world for more than a decade performing his swampy blues-rock across twenty countries to date. He’s earned a loyal fanbase from his live shows and internet videos, while paying his dues as a singer, songwriter, slide guitarist, and producer.
Mark Steiner & His Problems
Mark Steiner (and His Problems) is a well-known figure in Oslo’s music underworld, and he’s been around in Norway for so long that many assume that he is Norwegian. He is not. This ex-New Yorker is a wandering scoundrel who one might find hanging out in the shadowy corners of a pub at closing time – whether the nearest street sign reads New York, Oslo, Paris, Berlin, Lisbon or Melbourne.
The Spirit Ditch + Mama's Brew
In 2022, Danna and two other alumni from Primary Scream (Dave Leggatt and Cathy Pappas) teamed up to form the Spirit Ditch with Ricky Feldman (who competed with the Rip Offs) and drummer Andy Irwin.
Collectively, Mama’s Brew band consists of many decades of music experience – with its members having met back in high school in the 80’s. They have since played together in multiple iterations of cover bands, rocking the stages of many pubs, bars, restaurants, weddings, parties, festivals and corporate events.
The Songs of Elvis Costello performed by Victor Stranges & The Futurists (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon as VICTOR STRANGES & THE FUTURISTS bring the timeless music of ELVIS COSTELLO to life in a special matinee show at George Lane on Saturday, 16th November. This isn’t just another tribute act; it’s a heartfelt celebration of Costello’s musicality and genius, delivered with passion by musicians who truly love his work.
Michael Waugh
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Michael Waugh is a revered songwriter, an extraordinary storyteller and a compelling live performer. He is the recipient of many awards including the Songs of Peace and Tolerance award (Pt. Fairy Folk Festival), Folk and Roots album of the Year (Music Victoria Awards) and Heritage Song of the Year (Golden Guitar Awards).
Tommy Rando (Album Launch)
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Come and experience Tommy Rando's album launch live with an incredible lineup featuring a horn section! Join us on Sunday, November 10th, at George Lane, St. Kilda, Melbourne VIC.
Dave Wright & The Midnight Electric + Charles Jenkins
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In 2014 Dave Wright & The Midnight Electric released their debut LP The Lucky Country. Eleven songs that resonated with social messages and explored themes unique to the Australian landscape, from farmers and suicide to St Kilda’s prostitutes and the effects of war. Celebrate a special 10 year anniversary show of the album at George Lane.
Rowan Smith & Band
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Rowan Smith returns to Melbourne with his new record, in the key of kintsugi.
Reviews of the album have compared the singer-songwriter with the likes of The Go-Betweens, Edwyn Collins and Lloyd Cole. Rowan's songs have appeared in the Triple J Hottest 100 and ARIA Top 20, and this year, in the key of kintsugi glues all the pieces together.
Brooke Taylor & The Poison Spitting Gin Queens
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Brooke Taylor, Melbourne's own musical maverick, is a powerhouse singer, songwriter, and guitar-thumper.
Delaney Davidson (NZ) + J.P. Shilo
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Well known for his hypnotic and original One man and his Ghost Orchestra show, enigmatic multi-instrumentalist Delaney Davidson both defines and commands his own unique realm in the shadowy musical world some call ‘Country-Noir’ or ‘Gothic Americana’.
Ben Salter
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Ben Salter is one of Australia’s most highly regarded performers and songwriters. As well as being a founding member of Giants of Science, The Gin Club and the three-time ARIA-nominated Wilson Pickers, he is an accomplished artist in his own right.