Duxie Franklin (EP Launch) + Emma Painter
Join Duxie Franklin and her band of Long Lost Texan Uncles to celebrate the launch of her second EP, ‘In the pool, wasting time’. Audiences can expect charisma, flair, undeniable passion for her craft as well as genuinely moving songwriting that will take you on a journey through soaring melodies and catchy hooks.
The Tonalists
The Tonalists are a 3-piece outfit from Melbourne, playing a soul blues inspired repertoire, inventively morphed to fit their line up of Hammond organ, pianos, guitar, lap steel, vocals and drums.
Ernest Aines (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Award-winning singer-songwriter Ernest Aines returns to George Lane for a special afternoon performance. Following sold-out UK tours and major international festival appearances — including Celtic Connections (Scotland) and Cambridge Folk Festival (UK) — Ernest has become known for his emotive live shows, intricate guitar work, and genre-blurring sound. His music has drawn comparisons to Jeff Buckley, Nick Drake, Ray LaMontagne, and Bon Iver.
Sanny Veloo (Single Launch) + The IANS & Special Guests
St. Kilda rock muso Sanny Veloo returns to George Lane with the launch of his soul-stirring new single “Love Has Set You Free” — a stadium-sized anthem about grief, healing, and letting love light the way forward.
NIHL + Waco Social Club
Bringing together a double header of two exciting St Kilda bands. Noise Induced Hearing Loss and special guests Waco Social Club get together for a powerful night of great music. Saturday 9th August.
Multiple Ticket Prices + BF
Melbourne Ska Bar
The inaugural Melbourne Ska bar at George Lane!
Celebrating Melbourne's Ska bands, the first edition kicks off with a stellar lineup of Ska.
ROD PAINE & THE FULLTIME LOVERS (LIVE CD LAUNCH)
ROD PAINE & THE FULLTIME LOVERS are launching their new album “Live Dirt” at Melbourne’s premiere live venue George Lane, 1 George Lane, St Kilda. The album was recorded during one of their recent festival tours in Adelaide. They are recent winners of ‘Band of The Year’ at the MBAS Victorian Blues Awards, and enjoying the success of their most recent Blues/Roots chart-topping album “Dirt on Velvet”
Matt Arthur & The Lazybones Six String Blues—a heartfelt tribute to the Blues Guitar
Step into the world of Six String Blues—a heartfelt tribute to the Blues Guitar. From the melodies of Delta icons like Robert Johnson to the sounds of Chicago legends such as Muddy Waters, and into the electrifying licks of modern masters like Eric Clapton and John Mayer, this show bridges generations of blues brilliance.
Jo Meares’ Silver Bullets
The Silver Bullets feature the explosive and brilliant guitar work of Mark McCartney, the groove and passion of the phenomenal upright bass player Mark Carson, the hauntingly beautiful saw and backing vocals of Charlie Barker and wonderfully powerful Matt Cotter, from the band Even, on drums. Supporting on the night is Meghan Maike
X - At Home With You: 40th Anniversary Show
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In 1984, X finally made it back into the studio to make a follow-up to their classic debut album X-Aspirations. The end result became another classic Australian album, AT HOME WITH YOU. This year marks the 40th anniversary of this iconic release.
Hank Williams - Celebrating 102 Years
George Lane presents to you the music of one of the most highly regarded and influential musicians of his time, Hank Williams. On the year of his 102nd birthday, we will be celebrating Hank's extensive catalogue of Country and Western tunes.
Badinage
Post-rock instrumental darlings Badinage are proud to launch Banter, the first single from their forthcoming second album, at a special George Lane matinee session.
Sammi Palinkas
SAMMI PALINKAS – ‘NO SETTLIN’’ ALBUM LAUNCH LIVE AT GEORGE LANE
Rising Melbourne country artist Sammi Palinkas has been turning heads across the Aussie country scene with her modern country edge. Now, she's bringing her high-energy live show to George Lane, St Kilda, to celebrate the release of her highly anticipated debut album NO SETTLIN’.
The Songs of JJ Cale
Experience the laid-back groove of JJ Cale’s timeless music, brought to life by an all-star band featuring Gallie (vocals/guitar), Bruce Haymes (keys), Steve Hadley (bass), and Danny McKenna (drums), Shane Reily (Pedal Steele/Guitars). From classics like Cocaine and After Midnight to Call Me the Breeze, don’t miss this night of masterful songwriting
Jeff Lang – ‘More Live’ (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Jeff Lang – ‘More Live’ - (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Guitarist, singer and producer, Jeff Lang is widely regarded as one of Australia's most talented songwriters and technically gifted musicians. Across a career that includes more than 30 albums, 3 x ARIA awards and countless national and international tours, Jeff is not one to keep still.
Simon Kinny-Lewis
Australian Blues, Rock Guitarist, Singer Simon Kinny-Lewis is returning to Melbourne for an exclusive show at George Lane performing songs from his brand new album "Pouring Water On A Drowning Man" after signing with major record label ZYX Music, Germany.
Peter Milton Walsh - The Apartments 2025 Album Launch Tour
The Apartments are returning to George Lane after three years for the launch of their new album “That’s What the Music is For”. Performing as a three piece The Apartments are playing two sets playing two sets in a night of new and old songs, and stories from the world of The Apartments songs.
Shaun Kirk
Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour, recognised for his exceptional gift as a born entertainer.
Bill Barber & The Holding Cell (Single Launch)
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Hailing from the Victorian goldfields, Bill Barber and The Holding Cell are paving the way for a new blend of Blues, southern rock and Americana in Australia. The essence of band is the shared experience and brotherhood of four like-minded musicians who love nothing more than sharing that with as many as they can.
Blackbirds F.C. (Album Launch)
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Blackbirds FC return to George Lane to launch their third LP Desire Lines.
Takoda Meadow (Single Launch) (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Takoda Meadow has been playing live music since the age of 15 in venues like the Bergy Seltzer, Kindred Bandroom and Mount Duneed Estate. She believes completely that music is "the great communicator" (red hot chilli peppers) and music can express the greatest joy, the worst pain and is the best way to make friends.
Stiff Gins + Special Guests
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Stiff Gins, featuring Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson, form a powerful musical duo.
Helen Ryder (Single Launch) + Brooke Taylor
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Australian singer-songwriter Helen Ryder returns to George Lane to launch the first single Magnetic Field from her upcoming second album Love Over Hate. Joining Helen will be Bruce Haymes (Paul Kelly, Renee Geyer) on keys, Shane Reilly (Lost Ragas, Emma Donovan) on pedal steel and guitar, Stephen Hadley (Tex Perkins) on bass and Tony Floyd (The Black Sorrows) on drums, with special guest Brooke Taylor opening the show with her beautifully crafted songs.
Burn In Hell * FREE ENTRY *
Burn in Hell formed about 12 years ago and have been performing in Melbourne throughout that time. The band have released 4 albums (on vinyl, cd and digital download thru Beast Records) and have toured Europe five times. A bunch of pirate punks and carny undertakers playing in a 1930s Berlin bar, from Chopin to chaos.
Mick Harvey & Amanda Acevedo
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At their upcoming shows Mick Harvey & Amanda Acevedo will be playing a selection of songs from their three recent albums. At the shows the pair will be joined by Glenn Lewis (bass/guitar) and Hugo Cran (drums/keys) and a small string section where possible.
The Heartbreak Club - Single Launches
Heartbreak Club is a collaborative project led by singer songwriters Duncan Phillips and Stefanie Duzel, featuring Melbourne rhythm stalwarts Luke Richardson on Bass and Matt Gibson on Drums.
Debra Byrne
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Join Debra Byrne for a night of beautiful music, stories & singing accompanied by her stellar allstar band which includes Musical Director Colin Snape (Ross Wilson), Guitarist Paul Gildea (IceHouse), Bassist Travis Clarke (Fools) & Drummer Andy Fisenden (Guy Sebastion).
Steve Ryan-Gledhill (Album Launch) + Tanya-Lee Davies
Steve Ryan-Gledhill has been a St Kilda resident for the last 25 years so it's appropriate that he launches his Self-Titled album here at George Lane St Kilda on Friday June 27th, 2025.
Sweethearts
Sweethearts revive and enliven Soul, Funk & Blues with their trademark Sass that has afforded them return appearances at the Montreux Jazz Festival, Jazz à Vienne & the Porretta Soul Festival with music legends!
Maggie Carty (Album Launch) (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Banjo player and singer Maggie Carty launches her debut solo album Ebb and Flow with a one-off matinee show featuring her full band, infectious rhythms, and a joyous celebration of modern folk and the Irish diaspora.
Pete Drummond (Dragon & Southern Sons) - Backstage Pass
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Backstage Pass - Pete Drummond (from Dragon & Southern Sons:
Celebrating the music of friends (Daryl Braithwaite, Kate Cebrano, Thirsty Merc, Misex and more).
Step behind the scenes with Pete Drummond — drummer from ARIA Hall of Fame band Dragon and 90s favourites Southern Sons — as he takes you on a musical journey like no other.
Emily Barker & Lachlan Bryan
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Australian singer-songwriters Emily Barker and Lachlan Bryan are set to perform at George Lane, blending their distinct yet complementary styles.
Steve Balbi + Little Gem
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The artist, composer, and producer – Steve Balbi – returns to George Lane St Kilda, on Saturday the 14th of June with special guest Little Gem ft. Cathy Green (X, The Love Addicts) and Megan Bawden.
Henry Hugo & The Kindred Souls (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
From his birthplace of Argentina to living and performing in the United States and Europe, Henry Hugo is now permanently based in Melbourne and celebrating 30 years since his first record.
The Warner Brothers
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In 1987, when James Stewart and Dan Warner added a rhythm section to their guitar duo, the locals, as a joke, started calling them ‘The Warner Brothers’. Way before ‘alt-country’ was even thought of as a genre, The Warners were paving the way for the next generation of country lovin’ folk in the inner city.
STARS
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Stars got together in Adelaide around '74 '75 , all coming from around the same neighbourhood and basically fallin together through a love of similar music taste, ie. Free, Deep Purple etc.
Geraldine Quinn + Spandex Ballet (Half Century/Album Launch)
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Geraldine Quinn (Spicks & Specks, RocKwiz, The Weekly) celebrates 50 years on the planet with a blistering one-off band gig/launch.
Belle Phoenix
Belle Phoenix & Jeffrey Wegener formed a duo in Berlin, 2024. They are showcasing their new original recordings: Demolition and Cinematic Love Songs with special guests joining the lineup for a unique one-off show at George Lane.
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.
Waz e James Band (Feat. Andrew Pendlebury - The Sports)
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.
We Mavericks (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Masters in the art of connection, Lindsay Martin (AU) and Victoria Vigenser (NZ) interweave effortless strings, soulful vocals and driving rhythms to form a singular, intense musical voice.
Joyce Prescher
Joyce Prescher returns to George Lane with her band for a special night. She has spent the last year working on new material and has just released brand new single 'My Heroics' with friend and musician Lachlan Bryan.
Marcia Howard's Homemade Jam
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Join award-winning singer-songwriter Marcia Howard at George Lane on Sunday, May 25th, for an afternoon of unforgettable music!
Alphabet City + Mama's Brew
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Formed in the autumn of 23, Alphabet City mesh epic guitar sounds of ‘70’s rock with the complex yet memorably hummable melodies of the early ‘80’s.
Cam Butler (Album Launch) (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Melbourne guitarist and composer Cam Butler launches his new solo guitar album' Spirits Flying Home' at George Lane with a special matinee show on Saturday May 24th. The album is marked by deep, solo electric guitar distortion, intricate looping and reverbs and is Cam's most personal album to date.
Little Murders + Danny McDonald
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Formed in 1979, Rob Griffiths named his band Little Murders after a 1971 film. The band rose from the ashes of pop punk band The Fiction, a key band in the the emergence of punk rock in Melbourne.
The Modfathers
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The Modfathers play from 1964 to 1984. Music that started it all. The Mod & Mod revival. The Jam, Joe Jackson, The Who, The Clash, Elvis Costello, The Specials and more. They are bringin’ it to George Lane May 17th.
The Time Travellers' (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
The Time Travellers’ electrifying set of classic rock n roll will take you back to the days when music meant something - where it made you feel something - where you couldn’t help but get up and dance.