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SUMMARY:Archer & Martha Spencer live at The Old Church on the Hill\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Aus folk troubadour extraordinaire Archer returns to The Old Church on the Hill\, bringing with him US songstress Martha Spencer\, on her current Aus tour \nArcher opens the show with his surreal\, moving poetry and songs. With a raw\, timeless voice and the soul of a poet\, Archer is a wandering storyteller who sings by rivers\, in nursing homes\, and for children. \nMartha Spencer is a singer-songwriter\, mountain musician and dancer from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. She grew up in the musical Spencer family and learned to play several instruments (guitar\, fiddle\, banjo\, bass\, dulcimer\, mandolin) and flatfoot/clog at a young age. She performs and has recorded with various groups and has been involved with several roots music projects. She has played shows\, festivals and led workshops across the US\, Australia\, UK\, Canada\, and Europe. Martha’s first solo album 2018 and latest release “Wonderland” in 2022 have been featured in articles in Rolling Stone Country\, No Depression\, Holler\, Wide Open Country\, Bluegrass Situation\, Americana Highways\, PopMatters and more. She also has been included in articles in the NY Times\, Austin Chronicle and Billboard and was a part of the Fiddlin’ documentary movie \nThis top shelf double-act will bring their songs to ‘The Old Church on the Hill’ in Bendigo on Saturday 25 April for a musical evening not to be missed.\nDoors open 7pm for a 7:30pm start. \n \nAbout the venue: \nThe Old Church on the Hill is on Djaara Country – the land of the Dja Dja Wurrung people and is located on the corner of Harkness and Russell Streets\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo.\nThe Singer/Songwriter Showcase events\, staged at the Old Church by the Bendigo Blues & Roots crew on a semi-regular basis\, are an opportunity to enjoy a House Concert vibe in a public venue. The door charge is kept as low as possible to ensure accessibility to all. Under 12s free and\, although drinks are available for sale\, the focus is on THE MUSIC.\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/archer-martha-spencer-live-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, 36 Russell Street\, Quarry Hill\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gigs,Old Church On The Hill
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SUMMARY:Broken Creek\, w/Special Guest: Archer\, live at The Old Church on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Folk from the Archive: Songs of Land\, Loss and Lore with Broken Creek & Archer\nJoin us for an afternoon night of reimagined Australiana where old songs meet new interpretations with Archer and Broken Creek.\nArcher opens the show with his surreal\, moving poetry and songs. With a raw\, timeless voice and the soul of a poet\, Archer is a wandering storyteller who sings by rivers\, in nursing homes\, and for children.\nBroken Creek reimagine rural Australian folk traditions\, blending old-time banjo\, flat-picked guitar\, and fiddle. With close-knit\, conversational playing\, Erin and Lachlan breathe new life into bush songs. In this special performance\, Broken Creek will launch their new EP\, Folk From the Archive: Sally Sloane\, joined by double bassist Nick Henderson. Sally Sloane was a bush singer\, button accordionist\, and fiddler who preserved songs and tunes passed down by her convict Irish grandmother. Archival recordings of Sally herself are woven into the performance\, connecting past and present.\nThis top shelf double-act will bring their songs to ‘The Old Church on the Hill’ in Bendigo on Sunday 2 November for a musical afternoon not to be missed.Doors open 3:30pm for a 4pm start.\nAbout the venue:\nThe Old Church on the Hill is on Djaara Country – the land of the Dja Dja Wurrung people and is located on the corner of Harkness and Russell Streets\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo.The Singer/Songwriter Showcase events\, staged at the Old Church by the Bendigo Blues & Roots crew on a semi-regular basis\, are an opportunity to enjoy a House Concert vibe in a public venue. The door charge is kept as low as possible to ensure accessibility to all. Under 12s free and\, although drinks are available for sale\, the focus is on THE MUSIC.Proceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives.We look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/broken-creek-w-special-guest-archer-live-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:VIC
CATEGORIES:Gigs,Old Church On The Hill
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241201T170000
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SUMMARY:The James Taylor Show feat. John Flanagan and Band at The Old Church on the Hill\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the timeless music and iconic smooth sounds of James Taylor with Melbourne’s acclaimed singer-songwriter John Flanagan and his dynamic band. \nFlanagan’s warm baritone vocals have seen him compared to James Taylor over the years and now he brings these legendary songs to life \n“John’s voice is that kind of heart-aching true baritone that’s a rarity in modern music. It’s timeless\, it’s absolutely Australian and it stays with you.” -Country Music Capital News \nFlanagan has made a name for himself as part of the Australian folk scene\, releasing 4-albums and garnering praise for his thoughtful lyrics and classic songwriting. \n“Flanagan’s thoughtful songwriting and James Taylor-esque vocals land warm and familiar on the ears” –Rhythms Magazine \nFlanagan brings authenticity and humour to his live shows. With JT classic like Fire and Rain\, You’ve Got a Friend and Carolina In My Mind this will be an unforgettable night. \nAbout the venue: \nThe Old Church on the Hill is located on the corner of Harkness and Russell Streets\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo.\nThe Singer/Songwriter Showcase events\, staged at the Old Church by the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival crew on a semi-regular basis\, are an opportunity to enjoy a House Concert vibe in a public venue. The door charge is kept as low as possible to ensure accessibility to all. Under 12s free and\, although drinks are available for sale\, the focus is on THE MUSIC. If your conversation is more important to you than other people’s enjoyment of the artists’ performance\, please take it outside. (Thanks.)\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before. \nDoors open 3pm for a 3:30pm start. Tickets via Humanitix. \n\nFacebook Event
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-james-taylor-show-feat-john-flanagan-and-band-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, 3550\, AU
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SUMMARY:Lucy Wise & Alana Wilkinson \, live at The Old Church on the Hill\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate afternoon with two of Australia’s finest folk artists… and a cuppa!  \nAward winning songwriters and multi-instrumentalists Lucy Wise and Alana Wilkinson play contemporary folk songs that tell stories about love\, growing up\, self-acceptance and many wild and wonderful aspects of being human\, drawing on folk\, roots and pop music influences. They intermingle deep feelings with humour\, blending their stunning vocals with intricate instrumental playing. Alana won the 2023 Roddy Read Songwriting Award for her song “Dream Big”\, and Lucy’s recent album: “Into The Blue” won Best Folk Work at The 2023 Music Victoria Awards. \nAbout the venue: \nThe Old Church on the Hill is located on the corner of Harkness and Russell Streets\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo.\nThe Singer/Songwriter Showcase events\, staged at the Old Church by the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival crew on a semi-regular basis\, are an opportunity to enjoy a House Concert vibe in a public venue. The door charge is kept as low as possible to ensure accessibility to all. Under 12s free and\, although drinks are available for sale\, the focus is on THE MUSIC. If your conversation is more important to you than other people’s enjoyment of the artists’ performance\, please take it outside. (Thanks.)\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before. \nDoors open 3pm for a 3:30pm start. Tickets via Humanitix. \nFacebook Event
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/lucy-wise-alana-wilkinson-live-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, 36 Russell Street\, Quarry Hill\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gigs,Old Church On The Hill
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SUMMARY:Valley Road\, Cate Taylor\, Katankin @ The Old Church\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for intimate evening of indie / country / folk music\, featuring a triple bill of award-winning musicians\, beautiful singing and authentic storytelling\, hosted by The Old Church on The Hill and Bendigo Blues and Roots. \nValley Road use their combined voices to draw out the emotion in a song in a way that goes straight to the heart\, with thoughtful songwriting\, sparkling guitar lines and easeful vocal harmonies. The duo won a Troubadour Foundation Award to release their debut album in 2023. \nCate Taylor is an award-winning\, indie-folk singer songwriter from Melbourne who performs with voice\, guitar and mandolin and includes story-telling\, ballads and upbeat songs\, inviting audience participation. Cate will be accompanied by Amla Periarkan on violin. \nDespite an often harrowing family history\, solo singer-songwriter Katankin’s music is an ode and testament to love\, faith\, and ultimately\, hope. Katankin’s debut EP was nominated for the Best Folk Work award by Music Victoria in 2023 \n\nFacebook event
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/valley-road-cate-taylor-katankin-the-old-church-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, 3550\, AU
CATEGORIES:Gigs,Old Church On The Hill
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240531T180000
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SUMMARY:Don Morrison live at Handle Bar\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy two cool sets from one of Australia’s best singer/songwriter/story-tellers\, live in Bendigo’s backyard – Handle Bar\, 71 Mitchell Street Bendigo. \nDon Morrison is a songwriter\, singer\, guitarist\, guitar maker\, story teller and author. He has shared the stage with many of the biggest names in Australian music\, like Midnight Oil\, Hunters and Collectors\, Joe Camilleri\, Men At Work and a hundred more in more than thirty years in music game. \nHe has worked with Bo Diddly\, Joe Cocker\, Rodriguez. He was brave enough to stand next to Shakin’ Stephens in a urinal and was nearly killed by Willie Nelson in Austin\, Texas. \nHe’s done gigs from Melbourne to Margaret River\, from Sydney to San Antonio\, Perth to Penrith and released fifteen albums and CDs of original songs. \nDon also makes the world renowned Donmo Resonator guitars\, mandolins and ukuleles. There’s now more that 500 of these handmade instruments being played all over the world and the guitars he uses on stage are unique and made from parts of his family history. \nDon has a powerful and engaging stage presence and a captivating narrative in his songs. His songs tell our story with humor\, irony and compassion.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/don-morrison-live-at-handle-bar-bendigo/
LOCATION:Handle Bar\, Rear of 73 Mitchell Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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SUMMARY:Colin Hay Solo 2022
DESCRIPTION:Considered by critics as one of the most revered storytellers on the live music scene\, Colin Hay kicks off his Australian Tour at The Capital on November 3rd with a highly anticipated solo jaunt on his first solo tour Down Under in years to promote his new album. \nDescribed by American Songwriter as “an album for the ages”\, Hay’s latest body of work\, Now And The Evermore\, has been praised by reviewers for embodying all the elements of good storytelling and artistry. \nFew performers can hold an audience hostage with a relatable yarn as Colin Hay can. These intermissions between songs are the comic relief that offsets the brilliance of his musicality. There’s a sense of reckoning and realisation in each track that cuts deeply but leaves audiences feeling strangely optimistic. \nThe former frontman of seminal 80s outfit Men At Work has released fifteen albums during a successful solo career that spans three decades and has recently been touring the US with Ringo Starr and his All-Star Band. He looks forward to giving Australia a taste of his latest work. \nColin Hay is not someone who can be “DVR’ed” or timeshifted. He must be seen live to fully appreciate the high-definition brilliance and dynamic range of his skills. – Inner Edge Music \nColin Hay Solo 2022 is proudly presented as part of the 2022 Bendigo Blues and Roots Music Festival. \nGotix eNews subscribers can book now! \nTickets go on sale to the general public at 9.00am Friday 22 July. \nBook now
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/colin-hay-solo-2022/
LOCATION:The Capital\, 50 View St\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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SUMMARY:19-Twenty LIVE with Steph Bitter
DESCRIPTION:19-Twenty have been whipping up a frenzy on the festival scene. They are electric. An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin’-roots band.\nThe 19-Twenty lads have been performing their high-energy sonic-party nationally\, headlining sell-out shows and festivals in all states and territories. Constantly on the road or in the sky\, they have toured seven times around Oz and performed gigs throughout Europe including Belgium\, The Netherlands & Germany. Performing anywhere and everywhere\, this straight-up 100% independent act have been blazing throughout Europe and Australia and gaining new music fans/fiends from their live shows.\n19-Twenty are:\nKane Dennelly – Vox and guitars\nSyd Green – Award winning producer and percussionist – Drums\, Dobro\nJohn Gwilliam – Double bass and BV’s\nALSO FEATURING THE MUSIC OF ANNA SCIONTI\nURBAN BLUES & ECLECTIC STEEL SLIDE\nAnna Scionti (pronounced Shon-tee) is a singer-songwriter\, guitarist and bottleneck slide player who mixes it up on cigar box guitar\, resonator\, lap steel and six-string guitar.\nThe music Scionti makes is her own style steeped in blues\, roots and rock. While absorbing influences from her favourite inspirational artists\, Scionti walks her own creative path. Driving guitars and honey-soaked\, gravel-infused vocals draw you deep in to her world of emotionally charged\, electrified rhythmic tunes.​\nHaving lost both her parents as a teenager\, Scionti turned to music as an outlet. Her original songs tell stories of love\, loss\, and longing and are uninhibited\, raw and unapologetic in their honesty. They are songs from the heart.\n\n​JUNKBOX RACKET is Scionti’s latest album giving you a reason to get up and dance!\nSupported by Steph Bitter\n\nInspired by Josh Pyke and Angie McMahon\, Steph Bitter has grown from a shy young kid who loved to write stories into an intelligent\, down-to-earth alt/indie/folk singer-songwriter. After she picked up the guitar at 14\, Steph found her passion in music. She was quickly writing songs and performing at local open mic nights\, catching the admiration and appreciation of many musicians and music-lovers alike.\nSteph recorded her first EP when she was 16\, releasing it at a small\, jam-packed launch in Bendigo in 2016. She’s taken her music to various venues around Melbourne and regional Victoria\, including World Vegan Day Melbourne\, Bendigo White Night\, Macedon Ranges Music Festival\, and the Bendigo Blues & roots Music Festival; the latter at which she was awarded the ‘Up and Coming’ award in 2015. After debuting with a band just before ‘the lost Covid years’\, Steph entered the studio to record new music\, released in 2022.\nSteph Bitter\nGeordie Scarce\nJaspar Austin-Gray\nBradley Locke
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/19-twenty-live-with-steph-bitter/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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