Pinkerton Pendlebury (Album Launch)
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Join us at George Lane as Pinkerton Pendlebury launch their inaugural album!
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.
Blackbirds F.C. - Single Launch
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Blackbirds F.C. play their own brand of alt. country rock inspired by the Go-Betweens, Paul Kelly, The Church, and XTC. Blackbirds return to George Lane to launch a new single ‘Rings Around the Sun’ from their upcoming third album. With support from Billy Baxter and Gina from the Hollowmen playing their first gig in 15 years and Edie and Sarah making their debut.
The Mojo Corner + Doc Halibut
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The Mojo Corner are Rock. They are Roots. They are Blues. They have Soul.
Doc Halibut’s rock n’ roll and pop exhibits an authentic heart and irrepressible energy to carry any audience aloft and along for the ride.
Shannon Bourne Band (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Shannon Bourne is a critically-acclaimed blues-and-roots-founded guitarist, singer and songwriter with a strong following of discerning fans and the power to sway audiences with the naked emotion and sheer virtuosic power of his soul-searing performances.
J.P. Shilo & T.J. Howden - Hungry Ghosts (duo) + D.C. Cross
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The reclusive cult-like instrumentalists - Hungry Ghosts, are like rare birds from a bygone era.
Their two founding members - J.P. Shilo & T.J. Howden will be appearing in an exclusive duo mode, previewing new works as well as selections from Shilo's "Invisible You" LP and his various collaborations. Support on the night is D.C. Cross.
Brook Chivell + Scarlet's Way
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Country-rocker Brook Chivell is fast becoming a fan favourite with his electric performances. Most recently on the main stage at the Groundwater Country Music Festival in Broadbeach QLD. His energy and connection with the crowd, show after show, has seen Brook's profile rapidly rise.
Scarlet's Way, a Southern inspired act who seamlessly weaves Country Rock, Blues & Soul into a powerful sonic tapestry. Katey's powerful vocals lead the charge, while Shayne's thrilling guitar work ignites the stage.
Andrea Robertson + Sarah Carroll (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Andrea Robertson has a voice like honey and a knack for making music that gets into your system and feels immediately like an old friend. Through a tasty fusion of blues, roots, folk, rock, alt-country and a whole lot of soul, this award-winning artist knows her craft well, and sure knows how to deliver a stellar performance for audiences.
Waz e James Band Feat. Andrew Pendlebury (The Sports)
Waz e James is often referred to as ‘Australia’s best kept secret’. He a veteran of the Australian roots blues and country scene, starting his musical journey as a teenager in the 70s, in the Melbourne folk scene.
Smoke Stack Rhino
Smoke Stack Rhino have been hailed by Beat Magazine as 'Australia's most exciting up-and-coming blues and roots rockers'.
Ode to Bobbie Gentry - The Girl From Chickasaw County
Melbourne’s own smoky-voiced songstress HELEN RYDER brings the extraordinary story and songs of Bobbie Gentry to life in this unique event, with a script by award-winning stage and screen writer Reg Cribb (Bran Nue Dae, The Story Of Jimmie Little, Last Cab to Darwin) and a tight band led by Lachlan Bryan (Henry Wagons, The Wildes, The Pleasures) with Mitch Power (Jen Mize, Dan Brodie) and Damian Cafarella (The Wildes, The Pleasures, The White Russians).
The Great Unknown (Album Launch)
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The Great Unknown are simultaneously sweet and gritty, acoustic and electric, and blues and roots. They are three songwriters, two vocalists, two guitarists, double and electric bass, drums and percussion.
Blues Arcadia
Three-time Australian Blues Music Award winners and Australian Roots Music Award nominees Blues Arcadia combine the legendary soul of Stax and Motown with the heat and power of the Chicago and Memphis blues to create a unique dirty-soul sound delivered with swagger, style, and sensitivity.
Drunkle - A Cowpunk Blues Fest
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Drunkle are a Melbourne cowpunk 4 piece playing the all songs you know in the key of country, western, punk, blues and polka. It's one of the only original bands where you'll know every single song they play even if you haven't seen them before.
Shane Pacey Trio
“The Guitar and Voice of The Legendary Bondi Cigars, Foreday Riders and PACEY KING & DOLEY is bringing it back home, with his namesake Band!”.
Samuel Saffery (NZ) (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
From rural New Zealand to the subways and bodegas of New York, Samuel R. Saffery's musical journey is unquestionably linked to place and movement. In March this year, he embarked on an epic 400-kilometre walking tour through New Zealand to promote his new solo releases. He is now making his debut on Australian stages.
The Alan Fletcher Band (Single Launch) + Riley Catherall
George Lane hosts the Alan Fletcher Band’s last Australian gig before they depart for an extensive UK tour. Alan and his partner Jennifer Hansen are joined by Riley Catherall, Damian Cafarella, Shaun Ryan and Lachlan Bryan performing all of Alan’s Americana/ Alt-Country originals and some Country Classics.
Triple Fret, Feat Geoff Achison, Kathleen Halloran & Jimi Hocking
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“Three superb guitarists, three definitive styles, three epic shows!”
Sarah McLeod
Sarah McLeod is a founding member of the three time ARIA Award winning band The Superjesus. With a successful career spanning over two decades, Sarah is an inductee into the South Australian Hall Of Fame. Sarah has released three albums with the Superjesus and three solo albums.
Old Man River
Old Man River is the name of the musical vehicle for Australia's Ohad Rein. The project name represents the metaphoric symbolism between the ebb and flow of any great river to our own very existence. At times calm and settling, at others turbulent and unpredictable. This particular artist could not have been more appropriately named Old Man River.
The Outlaw Luncheon
Dainton Beer & George Lane present The Outlaw Luncheon for 2024.
Artists featured on the day are Brooke Taylor & The Poison Spitting Gin Queens, Duncan Phillips, Ben Mastwyk & The Energy and Stefanie Duzel and Misty Harlowe.
"Unplugged" - The Iconic Album & Music of Eric Clapton
Step into the captivating world of acoustic brilliance with Matt Arthur and The Lazybones as they pay tribute to Eric Clapton’s legendary “Unplugged” album.
Hank Williams - 101st Anniversary
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 101st birthday, we will be celebrating Hank's extensive catalogue of Country and Western tunes led by Hank Ferguson (vocals), Peter Baylor (guitar), Pete Fidler (steel guitar), Cat Moser (fiddle) and Jono Brown (double bass).
Evan Carydakis - The Paradise Beach Tour 2024 (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
THE PARADISE BEACH TOUR - 2024.
Featuring the smooth jazz grooves of US chart topping saxophonist Evan Carydakis and his band launching 'Paradise Beach,' Evans' brand new release live and funky. Escape to 'Paradise Beach' and let the rhythmic waves carry you to a tropical haven, where sun-kissed vibes meet irresistible beats !
Jonnie Goes To Church + Davey Lane
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Jonnie Goes To Church is the product of Celia Church and Jon von Goes. Celia’s a singer from New Zealand, Jon’s a broadcaster from Melbourne. Celia writes the melodies and sings like an AM radio angel. Jon writes the words and sings like an FM radio broadcaster.
The Distant South - EP Launch + Kris Mizzi
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The Distant South bring their unique Country sound to George Lane, with support from highly acclaimed Solo Artist - Kris Mizzi.
Jazmine Mary (NZ) + Finn Johansson (NZ) (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Jazmine Mary is a New Zealand Folk Noir Artist. When you step into a Jazmine Mary gig, be prepared to be met by either a clown, a popstar, a pilgrim farmer or a nightgown-clad ghost howling brazenly onstage. New Zealand’s Finn Johansson will midwife you through your biggest feelings with his low-key devastating lyrics, instantly iconic tunes and magnetic personality.
The Ronson Hangup
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Melbourne's jangle-pop/psych-rock supergroup THE RONSON HANGUP - featuring members of The Anyones & Dallas Crane, The Church, Paul Kelly's band & Even, The Pictures, Courtney Barnett's band and more.
Zevon Lee (Makes Me Feel - Single Launch Party)
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Zevon Lee's signature blend of blues, soul, and pop ignites a musical journey unlike any other. With soulful vocals and electrifying guitar melodies, Zevon Lee delivers a captivating fusion of genres with his 6 piece band that promises an unforgettable musical experience.
Bella Frankie + Sarah Carroll
Bella Frankie are duo Ajita Cannings and Michael Turner (ARIA winners Wild Pumpkins at Midnight), who hail from the mud flats of Bundjalung Country Northern NSW. Joined by baroque cellist Tash Kraemer (The Australian Haydn Ensemble) and virtuoso harmonica player Steve Gilbert, they weave folk-yarns with whispering auto-harp, three-part harmonies, guitar and ukulele.
C ME Music - EP Launch
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C ME is a musician based in Naarm (Melbourne), Australia. Holding a diverse skillset in the creative world, with a focus on songwriting and lyricism.
Sand Pebbles - LP Launch
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Sand Pebbles launched their new LP Northside at Northcote Social Club to a packed room on Melbourne Cup, now it is time for a special Southside show to present this new release at George Lane.
Nina Ferro & The Gold Standard - Single Release Party
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Nina Ferro and The Gold Standard make their debut at George Lane, St Kilda. It's a homecoming of sorts, back to where their journey began.
Jeff Jenkins & The Heartstarters
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As part of the George Lane Matinee Sessions, Jeff Jenkins & his band The Heartstarters will be performing original songs from their new album BOY MEETS GIRL, some as yet unrecorded new originals plus a couple of songs they wish they’d written, from artists like Tom Petty, Elvis Costello, The Band and The Beatles.
Sunshine Tip - Vinyl Launch
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Sunshine Tip are a Melbourne-based acoustic trio playing modern, dark, alt-country originals. David Bowers (guitars, vocals), Dee Hannan (mandolin, vocals) and Alice Garner (cello) bring to George Lane their evocative, sometimes melancholic but always catchy songs, sparsely and imaginatively arranged and featuring sweet interweaving vocal harmonies.
Caliko (Single Launch) + Paul Greene
Caliko are a collaboration with Vanessa Jade Muir and Paul Greene, based in Nowra on the NSW South Coast. Their first single ‘Everybody Knows’ was released in December 2023 and has Charted No. 2 on the Regional AMRAP charts, with the follow up single ‘I Want You’ set for release 25th March 2024.
The Kevin Borich Express (DUETS Tour)
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Kevin has performed with and shared stages with Carlos Santana, AC/DC, Taj Mahal, Status Quo, Renee Geyer, Living Colour, Joe Walsh, Elton John, Peter Frampton, Buddy Guy, Jeff Beck, Bo Diddley, John Mayall, Jimmy Barnes and Ritchie Blackmore.
Opelousas - Album Launch
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Join us at George Lane as bare boned blues band Opelousas launch their new album!
Badinage - Album Launch
Melbourne-based post-rock instrumental three-piece Badinage launch their brand new album Once Upon A Time at the spiritual home of George Lane.
tfjdeane - Vinyl Launch
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Melbourne-based and long-time musician in Melbourne’s music scene both north and south of the river, a special night for the launch of the solo vinyl ‘Melbourne Nocturne’ by tfjdeane. Special guests including fellow Superstitions band members for a special night at George Lane.
The Cambodian Space Project
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The Cambodian Space Project story reads like some kinda cosmic prophecy foretelling a cataclysmic event. The stratospheric rise of Cambodia’s most renowned music export has caught those witnessing the spectacle of this cosmic cross-culture rock band (CSP) by surprise, not least its founding members.
Gareth Skinner's OFF // AXIS Southside LP Launch (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Gareth Skinner has a very colourful musical history. Paying in some of the 90s most ‘out there’ acts (Bzark / Ergot Derivative) as well as being a go to guest musician for ARIA topping albums by Powderfinger, Bertie Blackman, Something For Kate, Gotye, Wagons and many more.
TWIGGS performs the music of The Allman Brothers Band
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TWIGGS PRESENT "TROUBLE NO MORE: THE MUSIC OF THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND"
Love Police Presents John Craigie (USA) & Cat Clyde (CAN)
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John Craigie rallies a closeness around music anchored by his expressive and stirring songcraft, emotionally charged vocals, lively soundscapes, and uncontainable spirit. Cat Clyde is a singer/songwriter based out of rural Ontario, Canada. A combination of driven, soulful blues and sweet, folk-tinged, dulcet tones that carry a particular sense of familiarity.
St Kilda Blues Festival
SUNDAY SCHEDULE AT GEORGE LANE:
DOORS OPEN 3:30PM
4:45PM-5:45PM SHAKE
6:30PM-7:30PM ROD PAINE & THE FULLTIME LOVERS
A FREE WEEKEND celebrating the spirit of blues, the music of the blues and all things connected.
St Kilda Blues Festival
SATURDAY SCHEDULE AT GEORGE LANE:
DOORS OPEN 4PM
5:15PM-6:15PM CHARLES JENKINS
7:00PM-8:00PM OPELOUSAS
8:45PM-9:45PM CATFISH VOODOO
10:30PM-11:30PM SMOKE STACK RHINO
A FREE WEEKEND celebrating the spirit of blues, the music of the blues and all things connected.
St Kilda Blues Festival
FRIDAY SCHEDULE AT GEORGE LANE:
DOORS OPEN 7PM
8:45PM-9:45PM KIM VOLKMAN BLUES BAND
10:30PM-11:30PM COLLARD GREENS & GRAVY
A FREE WEEKEND celebrating the spirit of blues, the music of the blues and all things connected.
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.
Mark Sinton (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
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Melbourne-based singer/songwriter Mark Sinton is returning to music after a lengthy sabbatical from the industry.
The Deserters (Delsinki & Brooke Taylor)
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Two voices and two instruments drawing on a myriad of influences - Brooke Taylor and Delsinki bring a wealth of experience to George Lane in their exciting new collaboration going under the moniker 'The Deserters'.
The Detonators Book Launch
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Join us at George Lane for a special The Detonators Book Launch. Authored by 'Doghouse' Dave Philpots and Michael Macdonald and titled 'Faded Out Boys' the book is a journey through The Detonators rich and storied past!
Peter Freebairn (George Lane Matinee Sessions)
Paul Boyle and Jo George join Freebairn’s backing band when he hits the road to promote his new song and their first show will be a matinee performance on Saturday 17th February at George Lane St Kilda with special guests, Victor Stranges and Michael Meeking.
Tio (Vanuatu)
Growing up immersed in the traditional practices, customs and stories of Vanuatu, singer-songwriter Tio’s interest in music came from early encounters with the traditional tam tam slit-drum and songs in his Daakaka language.
Valentine’s Night Show
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Starring three couples:
Alison Ferrier & Jeff Lang
Suzannah Espie & Jack O’Dell
Sherry Rich & Rick Plant