The Artists
Performing central Geelong at Pistol Pete's Food n' Blues Saturday 22 June 3:15pm - 4:00pm.
Known for her honest and comforting songs, Bec Goring has become one of Australia’s most versatile and hard-working singer songwriters to emerge in the last decade. Nominated for ‘
Live Guitarist of the Year’ in 2020 by the National Live Music Awards, she has a unique sound and captivating performance style.
Performing in Ocean Grove at KALA Saturday 1 June 3:30pm - 4:15pm.
Performing at Lou's Pizza & Wine Saturday 22 June 3:30pm - 4:15pm.
Daisy Kilbourne Is an
acoustic folk singer-songwriter and wannabe 70’s child who believes she was
born in the wrong era, she hopes to bring some of that peace and love to you
with her slow vintage flower power inspiration and gentle acoustic sound. With
an emphasis on raw, unfiltered expression, Daisy creates a space where
listeners can find solace, forging a timeless quality that transcends genre and
era.
Performing in Ocean Grove at Bookgrove Saturday 1 June 5:00pm - 5:30pm.
Performing at The Hot Chicken Project Saturday 22 June 3:30pm - 4:15pm.
Hailing from Wadawurrung country, on the Surf Coast of Victoria, Ella Sweeney is a singer-songwriter who has shared the stage with the likes of Hiatus Kaiyote, Boy & Bear, Mia Dyson, Sweet Whirl and more.
Performing central Geelong at Medusa Saturday 22 June 2:30m - 3:15pm.
Spanish songstress of heartache
Emilia Fol, harnesses the realms of art, mythology, and the otherworldly to
unravel the intricacies of pain within the human experience. Influenced by
predecessors such as Jeff Buckley, Rosalia, and Raveena, her ethereal voice
effortlessly glides across lush soundscapes enriched with Latin rhythms. Emilia
stands as a guiding light of compassion in the sea of uncertainty, casting her
spell upon lost souls still in search of the shore.
Performing in Ocean Grove at KALA Greek Food & Fun Saturday 1 June 4:45pm - 5:30pm.
Gabby Steel is an Australian singer-songwriter
powerhouse, leaving audiences spellbound with her enthralling stage presence
and striking vocals. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists such as Missy
Higgins, Adele, and Courtney Barnett, Gabby weaves a tapestry of soul, pop, and
jazz influences into her music to create a sound that is both fresh yet
familiar.
Performing Ocean Grove at The Piping Hot Chicken Shop Saturday 1 June 3:45pm - 4:30pm.
Performing central Geelong at The Hot Chicken Project Saturday 22 June 2:30pm - 3:15pm.
Hassall is a singer-songwriter &
self-confessed rambler from the bottom right corner of regional Victoria.
Stirring together addictive countrysoulsex-esque vocal hooks, taboo topics and lyrics relatable in the way you don’t want to admit, she emerges into a
style self-described as ‘Australian Sharehouse Pop’.
Performing in Ocean Grove at The Piping Hot Chicken Shop Saturday 1 June 2:30pm - 3:15pm.
Jasper Jolley is a musician whose sound blends
the modern revivalist spirit with haunting melodies. Drawing from a diverse
range of influences, Jasper's music transcends genres, resonating with raw
emotion and authenticity. With soulful compositions exploring themes of love
and self-discovery, Jasper invites listeners on a heartfelt journey through the
depths of the human experience.
Performing central Geelong Pop Cultcha Records & Books Saturday 22 June 3:00pm - 3:45pm.
Growing up on the Surf Coast of Australia, Jasmin Adria
found her deep connection to music through artists such as Joni Mitchell,
Courtney Barnett, Janis Joplin and Angie McMahon.
Focusing on a documentary approach to her song writing, Adria sees her music as memories and nicknacks collected from things that she
feels, sees and experiences throughout her life.
In 2019 she released her debut single ‘Fake Friends’, which
led to her being approached by ‘ABC’s Behind The News’ to interview Paul Kelly
for Aus Music Month.
She released her single ‘DIVOC’ (2021), which reflected life
during the pandemic.
Adria’s Eco Anxiety call for help came in 2022 with ‘Brown
Skies’, which vocalised the widespread feeling of frustration and anger from the lack of environmental action. This
led to Adria featuring in Triple J' s 'Class of 2022', which consists of the top 16 high school artists in Australia. She played 2024 Port Fairy Folk
Festival. Adria has performed and worked beside artists such as Ben Lee,
Ainslie Wills, Tyne James Organ and Bones and Jones.
Performing in Ocean Grove at Blackman's Brewery & Burger Bar Saturday 1 June 4:45pm - 5:30pm.
From the heart of Ocean Grove, singer songwriter Jem
Pryse combines sweet melodies and jazzy chords together. Jem performed at
GTM22 festival and has played many shows around Victoria.
Performing central Geelong at Murran - First Nations Hub Saturday 22 June 4:15pm - 5:15pm.
Kee’ahn is a First Nations musician
whose name derives from the Wik word meaning to dance, and to play.
Effortlessly blending the sounds of soul, R&B and pop throughout
their music, Kee'ahn weaves lush melodies and words reminiscent
of heartbreak and healing. Their rich vocals and hopeful yet vulnerable
lyrics champion finding strength in our struggles, encouraging us all to
reflect, reinvent, and rejoice in all of our own journeys. Kee’ahn
honours their name and Ancestors through their soulful music.
Garnering critical acclaim ever since
their debut single “Better Things”, Kee’ahn followed it up the brilliant
“Sunsets” and then their collaboration with Emma Donovan “Take No More”.
They released “Catch the Night in
November 2023 and has an album planned for 2024.
Performing in Ocean Grove at Driftwood Cafe Saturday 1 June 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Leah Senior silences audiences with vivid lyricism and a voice that soars with a disarmingly honest Sandy Denny-like clarity. Leah effortlessly weaves together spring-time baroque pop playfulness with a fragile blend of bedroom folk. Leah and her band previously joined King Gizzard on a national tour of USA/Canada and have also performed at multiple festivals including Levitation, Desert Daze, Port Fairy Folk Festival and Golden Plains.
Performing in central Geelong at Murran - First Nations Hub Saturday 22 June 3:00pm - 3:45pm.
Loud n Deadly is an acoustic group with first nations
musicians Mick Ryan and Renee Howell from Geelong playing a variety of original
songs and covers.
Performing central Geelong at Pistol Pete's Blues n' Food Saturday 22 June 2:00pm - 2:45pm.
Lucy Lorenne is a Naarm / Melbourne-based indie-pop
rock artist performing with her 5-piece band to deliver some much-needed
‘Barbie-Rock’ bangers.
In the vein of modern pop idols à la Olivia Rodrigo and
channelling the aussie local flair, i.e. Julia Jacklin and Stella Donnelly
– the wickedly talented Lucy Lorenne fronts a 5-piece band that’s making
some waves in the new music scene, cultivating a strong following with their
colourful livewire sets, fiery punkess sound, some hooky riffs, and one sweet
and spicy voice! Following the success of her last single “Tamagotchi Nights”,
a string of festivals (QMF,
Port Fairy Music Festival and Freeza’s Pride Formal) and shows alongside some of
Australia’s best (Memphis
LK, Old Mervs, Suzi), Lucy
and her band are keen AF to make 2024 their year, with goal in mind – to be a
DAMN GOOD TIME!
Performing in Ocean Grove at KALA Greek Food & Fun Saturday 1 June 2:15pm - 3:00pm.
Mink Mila is a 19-year-old Australian singer
songwriter. In 2019 Mink played alongside Ruby Fields and Baker Boy in their
triple J unearthed Push tour. Often compared to Missy Higgins or Tina Diko, her
songwriting is not only beautiful, but soulful and warm. If you haven’t heard
Mink Mila, you haven’t heard enough.
Performing central Geelong at The Hot Chicken Project Saturday 22 June 4:45pm - 5:45pm.
Nathan Seeckts has taken the Australian country music scene by storm, delivering music that is dripping with raw country truth. His songs could find him comfortably at home in any bar from Melbourne to Memphis. His music has been picked up by Double J, RRR, ABC Country, ABC Evenings, as well as Acid Country and 5 Feet High & Rising on PBS.
Performing central Geelong at Medusa Saturday 22 June 5:00pm - 6:00pm.
Parsnip have made a triumphant return with their
sophomore album ‘Behold’, exploring realms of both the outer and inner
consciousness against a jangly and jolting synergy. Since their formation in
2016, with the debut EP ‘Health’, Parsnip have long blazed their own trail as
an animated ensemble. Their latest release is a testament to an enduring
friendship, exhibiting a more collaborative and unified force amongst members
Carolyn Hawkins (drums), Rebecca Liston (keys), Paris Rebel Richens (bass) and
Stella Rennex (guitar).
Performing in Ocean Grove at Blackman's Brewery & Burger Bar Saturday 1 June 3:30pm - 4:15pm.
George Carroll Wilson's solo project
Pollyman delivers power-pop hooks and retro looks with a powerful and sparkling
blend of rock and roll, soul and pop.
Inspired by such artists as Jeff Buckley and David Bowie, Pollyman
flaunts a distinctive sound and exhilarating live performances that draw on the
past and present of rock and roll.
Performing in Ocean Grove at Blackman's Brewery & Burger Bar Saturday 1 June 2:30pm - 3:15pm.
Performing central Geelong at Pop Cultcha Records & Books Saturday 22 June 4:15pm - 5:00pm.
Rach Brennan captures the spirit of
learning to be alive. Her new self-titled project is a decidedly raw departure
from her band The Pines, who played their last gig June 2021. Having recorded
an entire new catalogue of unheard songs with her long-term musical
collaborator Liam Brennan and producers Nick Huggins and Zac Barter, Rach is
excited to introduce this new era of music both live and recorded.
Performing central Geelong at Lou's Pizza & Wine Saturday 22 June 2:15pm - 3:00pm.
Having spent many years with her sister in their country band ‘The Sideshow
Brides’ performing anywhere from pubs and festivals to singing backing vocals
for Australian rock legends Dallas Crane supporting fellow Australian mega stars Cold
Chisel and American southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd, they also added performing
as a trio with Tim Rogers and opening many shows for Australian icons Matt Walker and
Tex Perkins to their bow.
Rhianna has ventured into her solo project, a particular line of
country music that weaves old timey to the nitty gritty with the help from some
of Australia’s best Bluegrass players to add a touch of homespun longing.
Rhianna’s debut EP ‘From The Valley Looking Out’ was recorded at
Point Lonsdale Studio ‘Resting Bell’ with renowned friend and producer Nick
Huggins (Dirty Three, Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy) at the wheel and features Chance
McCoy (Old Crow Medicine Show) on all tracks.
Rhianna's songs "LITTLE WHISPERS' and "GHOST SHIP"
have been added to ABC music's high rotation playlists as well as being
featured on ABC SATURDAY NIGHT COUNTRY. Both song film clips have received high
rotation on CMT COUNTRY MUSIC CHANNEL at MTV Australia.
Rhianna is currently preparing to record her debut album while
entwining a new single release and a sprinkling of winter shows
Performing in Ocean Grove at Driftwood Cafe Saturday 1 June 5:00pm - 5:45pm.
Sarah Carroll’s songs
chime with sincerity and deal largely with her experiences as a teacher,
mother, wife, political animal and touring musician, and her new album
NQR&B out soon on Cheersquad Records is a collection which celebrates her
great loves and her singular life.
Performing central Geelong at Medusa Saturday 22 June 3:45pm - 4:30pm.
Sid O'Neil is a songwriter from Apollo Bay. He plays a mix of
reverb-laden ballads and industrial techno. He is a young man gotten old, or
maybe it's the other way around. He also plays in The Vasco Era sometimes.
Performing central Geelong at Popcultcha Records & Books Saturday 22 June 1:45pm - 2:30pm.
All-consuming voice, haunting yet alluring, her lyrics are bare and
deep, transporting you to a mystic trance of emotion. Summer has an
experimental acoustic style where she finds inspiration from what’s never been
done before. Those ‘tugs at your
heartstrings’, will make you spiral into wanting more.
Performing in Ocean Grove at Driftwood Cafe Saturday 1 June 2:00pm - 3:00pm.
Sweethearts delivers a mesmerizing blend of soul, funk, and R&B that
transcends generations. From intense saxophone solos to thunderous percussion,
the band creates a sonic tapestry that is as rich and diverse as the women who
comprise it. Sweethearts pay homage to the legends of soul while fearlessly
carving out their own unique musical identity. With boundless talent and
undeniable charisma, Sweethearts inspire a new generation of soul music lovers.
Performing central Geelong at Lou's Pizza & Wine Saturday 22 June 4:45pm - 5:45pm.
Award winning musicians Dan
Waters and Nick O'Mara have gotten together to form the country folk duo
'Romantic Bastards'. Songs of the love struck, the forlorn, the hopeless, the
funny, the foolish, and the outright vengeful.
Tilda Jarvis
Performing in Ocean Grove at Bookgrove Saturday 1 June 4:15pm - 4:45pm.
Tilda is a 17-year-old
singer-songwriter from Geelong with an indie/folk style infused with jazz and R&B.
After transitioning from theatre with GSODA Junior Players to becoming a lead
singer for the Sweethearts, she found a passion for soul and funk. In 2023, Tilda launched her solo career, performing heartfelt and original music that explores vulnerability, love, and personal growth. Keep an ear out for her unique sound in the local music scene.
Wild Gloriosa
Performing in central Geelong at Pistol Pete's Blues n' Food Saturday 22 June 4:30pm - 5:15pm.
The brainchild of Gloria Ragesh, Wild Gloriosa takes
her name from Tamil Nadu’s state flower. She embodies music that feels familiar
yet unique, hypnotic yet forthright, prayerful yet seductive - a marriage of
soulful undertones that is sure to hold her audience on a journey beyond the
here and now.
Winksy
Performing in central Geelong at The Piping Hot Chicken Shop Saturday 1 June 5:00pm - 6:00pm.
Winksy is an emerging music project from the Geelong region. Having an unhealthy obsession with bands like The Kinks, The Beatles and The Velvet Underground, Willem Kingma and Kelli Blackmore honour their heroes with their own form of quirky, lyric driven songs that attempt to grapple with the subject of what it means to be human.
The Venues
Ocean Grove
Blackman’s Beers & Burger Bar
Sitting on the corner of The Terrace, Blackman's is a super friendly coastal bar and an awesome spot to go for a burger.
Bookgrove
Bookgrove is the first independent bookshop on Wadawurrung Country, Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula. It is a local family operated independent bookshop since February 2009, priding itself on nourishing readers and writers.
The Driftwood Café
Cooking is Driftwood’s passion, using only the finest and freshest ingredients to create dishes that will fill your belly and warm your heart.
Kala
Kala is a new Greek Restaurant, which will be open by ReSound Festival.
The Piping Hot Chicken Shop
The Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill is an Ocean Grove institution. It is the place people flock to for passionately made comfort food and an amazing line up of original live music. Know as The Piping Hot Chicken Shop, they regularly host local and international original acts.
Geelong
The Hot Chicken Project
The Hot Chicken Project is one of the most popular fried chicken diners in regional Victoria. Renowned for its spicy fried chicken, as well as all the oil-doused goodness we have come to expect from American-inspired diners.
Lou’s Pizza & Wine
Not just about food; Lou’s is about creating an unforgettable journey where fresh flavors, ambiance, and expertly crafted concoctions converge to redefine your dining expectations.
Medusa
Medusa is a laneway bar in the heart of Geelong on Rock O Cashel Lane and holds a history intrinsic to the fabric of Geelong. A place where local artists can exhibit on a feature wall while seeing a live music gig.
Murran - First Nations Hub
Murran - First Nations Hub is Geelong's newest innovation space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, creatives and individuals to access and thrive.
Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues
Pistol Pete's Food n Blues is a Southern American, Louisiana and Blues music restaurant run by Geelong chef and Blues lover, Pete Raimondo. Expect tasty and authentic food, combined with outstanding service, as well as great live music from international, national & local acts.
Popcultcha Records & Books
Popcultcha Records is the new independently owned one-stop shop for vinyl records in the Geelong region, helping local music lovers in search of wax with its dedicated stage for pop up live performances.