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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Buddy Knox + Jo Jo Smith
DESCRIPTION:Two soulful and bluesy acts will ride the rails on the Saturday afternoon of Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival 2018: Soul queen Jo Jo Smith makes a very welcome return\, while the ‘BB King of Australia’ Mr Buddy Knox Bluesmakes his Blues Tram debut. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nBuddy Knox:\nBuddy Knox is a blues master.\nBuddy plays funky Blues with lightning speed licks and promises his show will “smoke ya boots”. He has notched his Blues belt with some of the biggest music festivals in Australia\, and has been described as Australia’s own BB King.\nHe first picked up a guitar at just ten years of age. Despite the challenge of practising on a guitar\, which was missing a string he persisted. From humble beginnings\, a passion for guitar; his own natural gift\, and with music an important aspect of his life\, Buddy perfected his guitar ability to an outstanding standard\, spanning nearly three decades.\nHe has demonstrates a complete grasp of the work of the greats from Robert Johnson to Freddie King and BB King to Buddy Guy. But he also brings a subtle infusion of traditional Aboriginal elements of drone and rhythm that makes his music quite unique and special. \nJo Jo Smith:\nJo Jo is an inspirational performer generous of heart soul and musicality. Coming from a roots base of Soul Blues Funk and Jazz steeped in groove and sprinkled with good humour Jo Jo’s material ruminates on love life and all things real. No one leaves a Jo Jo Performance untouched by her vocal ability and magnetic stage presence.\nIn 2017 Jo Jo celebrated 50 Years of working in the music industry by doing a cracker 50 Gig tour of Australia organised and arranged by her dear friend and colleague / poet / singer /guitarist Lucie Thorne.\nFestivals Jo Jo has played of late include The Mullumbimby Music Festival\, Port fairy Folk Festival\, Bellow Winter Fest\, Bendigo Blues n Roots\, Eltham Jazz Festival\, Whare Flat Folk Festival\, Newstead Folk Festival.\nJoining Jo Jo onstage is Damien Neil\, an outstanding musician in his own right who is no stranger to every festival in the country. \nSaturday November 10th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Jo Jo Smith + Buddy Knox\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-buddy-knox-jo-jo-smith/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20181110T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20181110T223000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Stringybark McDowell + Charlie Bedford
DESCRIPTION:Two fair-dinkum blues acts will ride the rails on the Saturday evening of Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival 2018: an icon of the Australian blues scene for the past couple decades\, Stringybark Mcdowell\, with his partner in crime Molly CoddleCream\, returns to BB&RMF and The Blues Tram\, while one of the most exciting blues guitar young guns will dazzle our audience again – Charlie Bedford! \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \n“Stringy & Molly”\nStringybark McDowell w/Molly Coddlecream:\nBased in the S.A. Riverland Plains they draw their music from their harsh environment \,life and people they meet. Their 2nd CD together is a compilation of Stringy’s blues background fused with Molly’s song writing skills\, culminating in an earthy vibe of spirit and “soul-fire”. Titled Dancing With The Dust Devils\, they say it’s appropriate for the off-grid simple lifestyle they live. \nCharlie Bedford:\nCharlie Bedford is a 17-year-old blues guitarist & vocalist from Melbourne. Charlie performed at the “International Blues Challenge – Youth Showcase” in Memphis 2017 and 2018 representing the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society!\nHe has played with andbeen mentored by some of the biggest names in Australian Blues such as\, Geoff Achison\, Sweet Felicia\, Jimi Hocking\, Andrea Marr\, Russell Morris and Lloyd Spiegel to name a few. Charlie is a fresh act on the festival scene\, representing the next generation – keeping the blues alive! He’ll get your feet tapping and leave a smile on your face! \nSaturday November 10th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Stringybark McDowell + Charlie Bedford\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 8pm\, returning 10:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-stringybark-mcdowell-charlie-bedford/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Pete Cornelius + Hailey Calvert
DESCRIPTION:Two of our highly credentialed interstate acts will ride the rails on the Sunday afternoon of Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival 2018: Soul-singing songstress from Queensland Hailey Calvert and top Tasmanian bluesman Pete Cornelius – Music. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts \nSunday November 10th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Hailey Calvert + Pete Cornelius\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 1pm\, returning 3:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-pete-cornelius-hailey-calvert/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190112T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Tasha Zappala + Victor Cripes
DESCRIPTION:Two contrasting styles from two great young acts – soulful\, jazzy and sweet vs raw\, bluesy and rugged – Tasha Zappala and Victor Cripes\, both making their Blues Tram debut. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nTasha Zappala:\nAustralian singer-songwriter Tasha Zappala unlocks a raw mixture of post-folk blues that synthesizes the atmosphere of a local coffee shop where the lighting is warm & the ambiance is nothing short of enticing. Her intense gypsy-folk melodies will at one moment materialize into dainty falsettos\, and at the next into a throaty\, growling chest tone. Soulful and spine-tingling\, ethereal and evocative\, Zappala weaves abstracted tales of foggy memories and days adrift. \nVictor Cripes:\n‘This is the kind of music that really gets me excited’ -Matt Frederick (Juke Joint – PBS 106.7 FM)\n‘Victor Cripes is a lot like the gear I make. A little rough around the edges\, but sounds great’ –Larry Mead (Mead Guitars)\n‘Sounds dirtier than a couple of copulating gorillas’ -Parlour Gigs(International Tour Agency)\nVictor Cripes delivers a distinctive dirty blues sound which echoes the styles of over 100 years of blues music – from the blues masters of yester-year to the British / American blues revival of the 1960’s. A partnership of Australian easy groove\, American thump and British tube overdrive\, while keeping an original modern twist. \nSaturday January 12th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Tasha Zappala + Victor Cripes\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-tasha-zappala-victor-cripes/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190209T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190209T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Marisa Quigley + Don Morrison
DESCRIPTION:Two contrasting styles from two well-traveled and well credentialed acts – Marisa Quigley (Beechworth\, VIC) and Don Morrison (Adelaide\, SA). \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nMarisa Quigley:\nMarisa is an award-winning Australian blues/roots singer and songwriter\, solo artist\, and cabaret performer. With her charismatic stage presence and powerhouse delivery\, the husky-voiced chanteuse has drawn comparisons with Janis Joplin and Bonnie Raitt. Absolutely at home on the stage\, with her irreverent wit and deft lyrics\, Marisa has audiences in stitches one minute\, and moved to tears the next.\nHer songwriting influences are as diverse as Tom Waits and The Eagles\, and her songs span the gamut from haunting to heartfelt to hilarious. With an eclectic blend of blues/roots and alt-country/folk\, a wink and a nudge\, a tickle and a poke\, her act is soulful\, fun\, endearing—and highly entertaining. \nDon Morrison:\n“South Australian resonator specialist\, guitar-maker and raconteur Don Morrison returns with a self-titled solo album of bluesy R&B rich with Morrison’s trademark colour and humour. The way Morrison enjoys mixing slapstick with social and political commentary\, it wouldn’t be surprising to discover that Ry Cooder is high up his list of musical heroes. The Australian Ry Cooder? Who wouldn’t want that tag? Certainly Don has a deft touch on the slide guitar.\nUnashamedly regional\, Morrison sings about the places\, people and plights of his immediate environment\, talking about Adelaide and the Nullarbor and enjoying applying his wit to working man’s concerns like fishing (‘Fishing’) and the mining boom (‘Mining Boom’).” – Martin Jones\, Rhythms \nSaturday February 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Marisa Quigley + Don Morrison\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-marisa-quigley-don-morrison/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190309T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190309T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Jo Jo Smith + Grim Fawkner
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nGrim Fawkner:\nRambling man\, Grim Fawkner\, is no stranger to stages and streets across the globe and at home. The epitome of the itinerant musician\, he draws together tales and musings from his travels and is as likely to deliver them in soft ballad form as he is face-meltingly intricate and upbeat roots/country/blues.  \nJo Jo Smith:\nJo Jo is an inspirational performer generous of heart soul and musicality. Coming from a roots base of Soul Blues Funk and Jazz steeped in groove and sprinkled with good humour Jo Jo’s material ruminates on love life and all things real. No one leaves a Jo Jo Performance untouched by her vocal ability and magnetic stage presence.\nIn 2017 Jo Jo celebrated 50 Years of working in the music industry by doing a cracker 50 Gig tour of Australia organised and arranged by her dear friend and colleague / poet / singer /guitarist Lucie Thorne.\nFestivals Jo Jo has played of late include The Mullumbimby Music Festival\, Port fairy Folk Festival\, Bellow Winter Fest\, Bendigo Blues n Roots\, Eltham Jazz Festival\, Whare Flat Folk Festival\, Newstead Folk Festival. \nSaturday March 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Jo Jo Smith + Grim Fawkner\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-jo-jo-smith-carl-pannuzzo/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190413T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190413T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Jimmy Davis + Jon & Bel
DESCRIPTION:A super-talented touring Queenslander and a long established local duo both make their Blues Tram Debut on our April 2018 event. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nJimmy Davis:\nStory telling\, lyrically conscious. Quirky and upbeat stage presence. Outstanding vocal performance. 12-string guitar with\nfingerstyle/blues/folk influences. Howling blues anthems to intricate instrumentals.\nJimmy Davis is one of Australia’s most dynamic and versatile performers\, with a sky high vocal range reminiscent of Robert Plant meets\nJeff Buckley\, whilst heavily influenced by Tom Waits’s poetry. Jimmy is lyrically conscious and not genre restricted. \nJon & Bel:\nBendigo based jazz/blues/soul duo have been generating cool vibes in Bendigo venues for years\, having had well supported residencies in The Gold Dust Lounge\, Yard Bird\, well attended shows in Billyroy’s Blues Bar and having featured multiple times at Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival\, Jon & Bel finally make their Blues Tram Debut. Their mellow tones will be perfectly suited to cruising Bendigo’s historic streets in a beautifully restored vintage tram. \nSaturday March 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Jimmy Davis + Jon & Bell\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-jimmy-davis-jon-bel/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190511T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190511T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20181223T014012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181223T014012Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Lily & King + Alister Turrill
DESCRIPTION:Two of the most exciting acts on the Roots and Folk Music festival scene in Australia\, performing The Blues Tram together on Saturday 11 May 2019 – fast rising guitarist/singer/songwriter Alister Turrill and the always rambunctious and engaging Lily & King! \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nLily and King:\nLily and King are a quirky\, musical junkyard from Melbourne. Their aim is to use all of their limbs for making music at the one time. Lily and King create rousingly catchy music that sits somewhere between a captivating 40’s nightclub routine and the raw\, rambunctious spirit of New Orleans street buskers.\nDixieland punk\, junkyard blues\, sailor songs\, weird carnie show tunes and the odd bit of curious pop\, their music is joyful\, beautiful and a bit dirty and wicked too.\nWith trombone\, sweet and sassy vocals\, toy piano\, guitar\, half a drum kit and an abundance of foot stomping\, their melodies are infused with wild exuberance and joie de vivre – a Lily and King gig is a truly wild and joyful experience. \nAlister Turrill Music:\nAlister is a songwriter of the highest order and a sign that the future of Australian blues is in good hands.” – Lloyd Spiegel\, Premier Endorsee Cole Clark Guitars.\nIt would be a generalisation to group Queenscliff’s Alister Turrill with other young roots players. His playing style blends a true form of blues with complex song writing seldom seen.\nThe past two years have seen the new Melbourne resident at his busiest and best yet with his first East Coast Tour (including a well-received slot on the Roaming Buskers Stage at Byron Bay Bluesfest 2017) and first European shows.\nBBRMF 2018 will once again see Alister joined by dear friend and drumming extraordinaire\, Toby Johnson\, for a series of energetic and demanding performances.\nHonest\, Flawed\, Gravel-Throated Folkin’ Blues awaits. \nSaturday May 11th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Lily & King + Alister Turrill\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-lily-king-alister-turrill/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190608T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190608T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20181223T014318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181223T014318Z
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SUMMARY:Blues Tram w/John McNamara + Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters
DESCRIPTION:An established top tier performer on the Australian blues scene and a rising singer/songwriter and her band\, performing The Blues Tram together on Saturday 8 June 2019 – the incredible John McNamara and the sublime Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters! \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nJohn McNamara:\nMulti Award Winning Blues act John McNamara is riding high with his acclaimed New album titled “Rollin’ With It.” Recording in Memphis with authentic STAX records legends the release has been getting rave reviews world wide. His music is being played all over the US and Europe including BBC radio\, Reaching Number One position on the International Blues Airplay Charts and AMRAP charts as well as spending a few months on the Living Blues Charts. Being likened in the US to greats such as Sam Cooke and Otis Redding\, John’s new sound is an authentic Memphis Soul/Blues experience. Full of stinging Blues guitar and inspiring vocals\, bringing to life “A heart that beats with the Soul of Blues.” \nJess Parker & The Troubled Waters:\nWith a voice like honey poured over a thunder\, a howling\, beat up old Gretsch guitar and thumping animalistic drums\, Jess Parker &\nThe Troubled Waters mix their unique brew of dark Australiana and roaring swamp blues perfectly. After recording their debut EP – ‘Goin’ Swimmin’ at The Aviary in late 2017 and embarking on a a string of local and regional shows\, the momentum and force this Melbourne duos’ train is growing stronger and proving to be unstoppable.” \nSaturday June 8th\nBlues Tram\, feat: John McNamara + Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/blues-tram-w-john-mcnamara-jess-parker-the-troubled-waters/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190713T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190713T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190206T095645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T095806Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram feat: T.K. Reeve (Duo) + Sarah Wilkinson
DESCRIPTION:Two contrasting styles from two established acts – soulful\, jazzy and sweet vs raw\, rugged “Hill Country” Blues – Sarah Wilkinson returns to the rails and T.K. Reeve (with Nathan Power on drums)\, makes his Blues Tram debut. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nT.K. Reeve:\nBased in Melbourne\, Victoria\, his original songs hark back to early roots music\, capturing the spirit and simplicity of rural blues. Playing baritone tuned electric guitars and with drummer Nathan Power (ex-New Savages)\, he conveys everything from ballads to energetic dance numbers\, delivering a spontaneous and dynamic show.\nHe embarked on a long tour following the release of his debut EP in Sept 2017\, with performances at Nimbin Roots Festival and numerous dates all the way through the east coast\, Adelaide and rural SA\, until the end of Feb ’18 finishing with a performance at Bruthen Blues Festival.\nT.K. also plays guitar with Jukeboy Emmett and in other roots bands when he’s not busy with his own music. \nSarah Wilkinson:\nSarah Wilkinson began playing guitar and writing songs when she was 13 years old. She quickly began performing around her local Macedon Ranges area\, and gathered several awards early on including the Maldon Minstrel award and Macedon Ranges youth award – both when she was just 16. Since then\, Sarah’s incredible voice and unique guitar style have been leaving audiences spellbound across Victoria. \nSaturday July 13th\nBlues Tram\, feat: T.K. Reeve (Duo) + Sarah Wilkinson\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-feat-t-k-reeve-duo-sarah-wilkinson/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190810T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190810T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190206T100138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T100138Z
UID:16407-1565445600-1565454600@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:Blues Tram w/Liz Frencham + Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies
DESCRIPTION:It’ll be a jazzy ol’ Blues Tram on Saturday 10 August 2019\, when the incredible Liz Frencham returns to the rails for only the second time and ragtime rascals Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies endeavour to keep their musical mischief to a minimum (if you can believe it). \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nLiz Frencham:\n2018 Troubadour Foundation Artist of the Year\, and perennial festival presence Liz Frencham is stepping back into centre stage with a swag of new songs along with favourites from her Jigzag and Frencham Smith days. Always a luminous and generous presence\, Liz possesses that unique ability to hold an audience fondly in the palm of her hand. \nAlawishus Jones & The Outright Lies:\nLet Alawishus\, Wilby & Cleitus take you folks all the way\nback to the year o’nineteen and thirty. They’ll likely tell\nyou stories about the old times and sing\nyou some authentic rural blues\, rag tunes & maybe even some old time spirituals\nWhat can we expect from AJ & the OLs? Old blues; Maybe some pre blues stuff that contains elements essential to the birth of blues like work song\, field holler & ragged time; Mostly what you can expect though is 3 guys having a lot of fun; Guitar\, drums\, washboard\, bass\, trumpet\, harmonica & ukulele; Stories and anecdotes that could have historical significance or might be outright lies! \nSaturday August 10th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Liz Frencham + Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/blues-tram-w-liz-frencham-alawishus-jones-the-outright-lies/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190914T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190914T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190206T100414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T100414Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Daniel Aaron + Phil & Trudy Edgeley
DESCRIPTION:A super-talented young Bendigo singer/songwriter makes his Blues Tram Debut while a long established Central Victorian duo make their return to the rails on our September 2019 ride. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nDaniel Aaron:\nHailing from the small farming community of Pyramid Hill\, Daniel Aaron’s alternative groove origins are a slight mystery. Since discovering the world of music at a young age\, the self taught artist has quickly developed his own unique\, homegrown style\, bringing bout a high energy atmosphere\, or an intense ambience. His whirling\, genre-bending melodies\, accompanied with dexterous multi-instrumentalism\, are all moulded with intricate looping and mixing to give a colourful contrast of country boy and city beats. Daniel’s passion for music has had him develop a stage presence that will surely have you captivated. \nPhil & Trudy Edgeley:\nTrudy brings forth elements of gospel\, work song\, Pacific Islander and Indigenous melodies & rhythms\, to mix and match Phil’s love affair with the Mississippi Delta and British Traditional Folk to create amiable and\, on the quiet\, powerful material. Phil and Trudy Edgeley experience is one that transcends music into both a gentle reflection and passionate celebration of Life – wondrous and earthy narratives evoked with fire and grace. This is one of the great musical experiences Australia has to offer. A duo that really defines Roots music – engaging and confrontational. A great experience – Russell Morris \nSaturday September 14th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Phil & Trudy Edgeley + Daniel Aaron\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-daniel-aaron-phil-trudy-edgeley/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191012T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191012T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190310T005104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190310T005104Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Karrie Hayward + Jarrod Shaw
DESCRIPTION:A super-talented young singer/songwriter from Queensland makes her Blues Tram Debut while a well established Victorian bluesman returns to ride the rails in October 2019. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nKarrie Hayward:\nWhen you blend the rich\, soulful vocal tones with the vibrant\, percussive timbre of a guitar\, you get Karrie Hayward. Drawing inspiration from blues music and guitar heroes such as John Mayer\, Buddy Guy\, BB King; to the more ‘chilled’ sounds of Jack Johnson and Tash Sultana\, Karrie’s own style is a blend of the best parts of folk\, pop\, alt and blues. \nJarrod Shaw:\nJarrod Shaw possesses a passion and appreciation for blues music that becomes obvious from the moment the first note sounds. He delivers a soulful blues inspired show\, performed with conviction.\nJarrod was born and raised in country Victoria\, down the dirt roads of the Macedon Ranges. He taught himself to play guitar listening to the renowned blues greats\, as well as the icons of the Australian and local Melbourne blues scene.\nPerforming countless solo gigs has aided Jarrod in developing a musical style of his own. He blends his unique guitar approach lying somewhere between piedmont fingerstyle and the blues of the delta\, with a powerful voice often described as belying his years. At times he even wails away on a racked blues harp – all at once without missing a beat. If you close your eyes you might even believe there’s more than one person performing… \nSaturday October 12th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Karrie Hayward + Jarrod Shaw\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-karrie-hayward-jarrod-shaw/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191108T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190829T034949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T034949Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Owen Campbell + The McNaMarr Project
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts. \nOwen Campbell:\nAfter 4 albums\, 2 EPS and endless international touring Owen Campbell has proven himself to be a festival favourite all over the world. But with this new album and tour he joins forces with some of the best australian musicians to form a raw RocknRoll experience. Owen Campbell and The Frontier Wars is an unforgettable musical experience. Dirty soulful RocknRoll. \nThe McNaMarr Project:\n“The Sound Of Soulful Blues”\n2018 Blues Performer Of The Year\nMcNaMarr Project combine the powerhouse voices of multi-award winning blues artists John McNamara and Andrea Marr.\nWith a mutual love of soulful blues they bring a sound evocative of old school soul\, blues and gospel with their great original material. Formed in May 2018\, the duo immediately went on the Australian Blues festival circuit and proceeded to WIN the Solo/Duo Blues Performer Of The Year Award in September 2018\, sending them to Memphis TN to represent Australian Blues at the International Blues Challenge where they placed as semi-finalists. While in Memphis they signed a world-wide music distribution deal with Memphis label SelectOHits and their debut album is due in 2019. \nFriday November 8th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Owen Campbell + The McNaMarr Project\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 7pm\, returning 9:30pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-owen-campbell-the-mcnamarr-project/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191109T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190829T035308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T035308Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Anna Scionti + Charlie Bedford
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts. \nAnna Scionti:\nMelbourne blues songstress Anna Scionti (pronounced Shon-tee) is a singer/songwriter guitarist and bottleneck slide player. Scionti’s uninhibited foot stomping blues is honest and raw. On cigar box guitar\, resonator\, lap steel and stomp you will be deeply immersed into her world of electrified rhythmic tunes.\nScionti’s new 2019 album Orphan Diary\, is a collection of original songs telling stories of love\, loss\, and longing from her childhood to now. Having lost both parents in her teenage years\, this album is uninhibited\, raw and unapologetic in its honesty. Orphan Diary marks the follow up to her 2017 self-titled EP which debuted at No.2 on the Australian Blues & Roots Airplay Charts.\nHaving shared the stage with some of Australia’s finest blues players\, including Fiona Boyes and Geoff Achison\, Anna is a regular on the Blues Train as well as festivals including Thredbo Blues Festival (NSW)\, Australian Blues Music Festival (NSW)\, Great Southern Cigar Box Guitar Festival (VIC)\, National Folk Festival (ACT) to name a few. \nCharlie Bedford:\nWhile still a young artist at 18\, Charlie has journeyed to the USA in 2017\, ‘18 & ‘19 to perform at the International Blues Challenge – Youth Showcase in Memphis\, representing the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society\, as well as playing in both Nashville & Muscle Shoals.\nIn Australia Charlie has played with & been mentored by some of our biggest artists such as; Geoff Achison\, Sweet Felicia\, Jimi Hocking\, Andrea Marr\, Russell Morris & Lloyd Spiegel.\nHe has had the honour of performing in the USA with band members from such great acts as BB King\, Albert Collins\, Ray Charles\, Bonnie Raitt\, & Wilson Pickett.\nCharlie began playing in bars & clubs at 12 years of age & now works as a full-time musician. He performs regularly as a solo artist\, fronting his Band or playing guitar in both The Great Unknown & Hey Gringo.\nCharlie is a fresh act on the scene\, representing the next generation.\nHe’ll get your feet tapping & leave a smile on your face! \nSaturday November 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Anna Scionti + Charlie Bedford\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:30pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-anna-scionti-charlie-bedford/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191109T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191109T223000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190829T035718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T035718Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Geoff Achison + Cass Eager (Duo)
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts. \nCass Eager:\nNamed by folk-blog Timber and Steel as ‘Janis Joplin and Ben Harper’s love-child’\, Cass Eager’s mix of raw blues\, husky soul and lighthearted ditties are all punctuated with her unique whisky-soaked vocals. Emotive\, slightly raspy\, at times tender and at times powerful – Eager’s voice is the driving force of her music.\nInternationally-renowned but defiantly grassroots\, Cass Eager is one of those rare artists that’s mastered everything from the foot-stomping blues to a sensual slow burner. She’s been called ‘one of the best female singers in Australia’ by Richard Glover (ABC)\, and even Diesel claims she could ‘sing the phone book to you and you wouldn’t get bored’. \nGeoff Achison:\nGeoff Achison is an award winning blues-roots artist from Australia known for his energetic live performances and unique guitar mastery. Geoff began his apprenticeship with legendary Australian blues stylist ‘Dutch’ Tilders establishing himself as a fine lead guitarist before striking out with his own. He was an independent music pioneer releasing music on his own record label in the early 90s and touring throughout the USA\, UK & Europe. Geoff’s music has been compared favourably to Eric Clapton and the Allman Brothers Band having a solid foundation in the blues whilst embracing a variety of electric & acoustic styles. His songwriting is original and thoughtful with a wry sense of humour reminiscent at times of Randy Newman\, JJ Cale and Mose Allison. \nSaturday November 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Geoff Achison + Cass Eager\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 8pm\, returning 10:30pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-geoff-achison-cass-eager-duo/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191110T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191110T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20190829T035959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T023354Z
UID:16663-1573390800-1573399800@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Geoffrey Williams + Buddy Knox
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts. \nGeoffrey Williams:\nMuch loved UK singer songwriter & loop artist Geoffrey Williams dishes up some soulful delectations of 60s/70s influenced blues\, rhythm and soul with a Caribbean twist!\nHis career highlights include:\n5 albums on major labels such as Atlantic Records and EMI\,\nwriting for artists such as Michael Jackson and Dusty Springfield\,\nplaying at Wembley Arena\, London Jazz Cafe and Montreux Jazz Festival.\nperforming at festivals such as Bendigo Blues & Roots\, Woodford Folk\, Castlemaine State\nHe co-directed The Boite Millenium Chorus’s ‘WINDRUSH’ in 2016 featuring self-penned songs about the story of his parents’ migration from the Caribbean to the UK and was also Australian National Busking Open Champion in 2017!\nExpect to be mesmerised by sweet melodies and irresistible grooves – catch him and you won’t regret it! \nBuddy Knox:\nBuddy Knox is a funky blues man\, described as Australia’s answer to B.B. King\nTamworth-based musician Buddy Knox grew up playing in the family band and has been a working musician his entire life. Buddy has carved up the Blues scene around Australia since 2007\, playing at all the big ticket Australian festivals. He has two Chain awards and won the Sydney Blues Society Performer of the Year twice!\nBuddy is an extraordinary guitarist. His technical capability as a guitarist is outstanding and is matched by his astonishing instinctual grasp of the blues genre. Buddy first picked up a guitar at just ten years of age. His big ambition was to “play like Chuck Berry”. Despite the challenge of practicing on an old worn guitar\, which was missing a string\, Buddy’s goal to play persisted with his natural talent flourishing. Music and playing guitar became Buddy’s lifelong dedication.\nHe has demonstrates a complete grasp of the work of the greats from Robert Johnson to Freddie King and BB King to Buddy Guy. \nSunday November 10th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Geoffrey Williams + Buddy Knox\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 1pm\, returning 3:30pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-geoffrey-williams-wilson-white/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200111T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200111T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20191124T003354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191124T003354Z
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SUMMARY:Blues Tram w/Matt Katsis + Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nMatt Katsis:\n“A bluesman at heart\, avid wanderer reflecting troubadour tradition\, albeit delicately picked ballads to foot stomping slide guitar driven down-home blues swagger. Melbourne singer-songwriter & guitarist Matt Katsis features a “one-man-band” approach through use of percussive elements of the acoustic guitar\, kick drum\, stomp-box and tambourine\, this has seen Matt take to audiences far and wide with the ease and merit that parallel’s his music.\nPast festival performances include our very own Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival\, Blues on Broadbeach (QLD)\, Queenscliff Music Festival (VIC)\, Illawarra Folk Festival (NSW) and most recent support shows with Australian Roots Music Legends Jeff Lang & The Backsliders has certainly set the tone for what’s to come.\nHis latest live album release ‘Live At The Wheaty’ encompasses his distinctive fusion of folk\, blues and roots\, which was compiled following two separate shows at The Wheatsheaf\, Adelaide during his ‘As The River Runs’ National Tour.” \nJess Parker & The Troubled Waters:\n“With a voice like honey poured over a thunder\, a howling\, beat up old Gretsch guitar and thumping animalistic drums\, Jess Parker &\nThe Troubled Waters mix their unique brew of dark Australiana and roaring swamp blues perfectly. After recording their debut EP – ‘Goin’ Swimmin’ at The Aviary in late 2017 and embarking on a a string of local and regional shows\, the momentum and force this Melbourne duos’ train is growing stronger and proving to be unstoppable.” \nSaturday January 11th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Matt Katsis + Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/blues-tram-w-matt-katsis-jess-parker-the-troubled-waters/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200208T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20191124T003724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191124T003724Z
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SUMMARY:Blues Tram w/Hailey Calvert + Bill Barber
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nSaturday February 8th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Hailey Calvert + Bill Barber\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/blues-tram-w-hailey-calvert-bill-barber/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200314T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200314T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20191124T005415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191124T005415Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Jo Jo Smith + Carl Pannuzzo
DESCRIPTION:Two of the most soulful acts we’ve ever hosted will ride the rails on our March 2019 Blues Tram: Jo Jo Smith makes a very welcome return\, while the legendary Carl Pannuzzo makes his Blues Tram debut. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts. \nSaturday March 14th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Jo Jo Smith + Carl Pannuzzo\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-jo-jo-smith-carl-pannuzzo-2/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200411T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200411T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20191124T004901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T064550Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Easter Blues Tram w/Karrie Hayward + Miguel Rios
DESCRIPTION:A super-talented young singer/songwriter from Queensland\, in town for Easter Blues Bender\, returns to ride the rails while a talented singer/songwriter from Melbourne makes his Blues Tram debut. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nKarrie Hayward:\nWhen you blend the rich\, soulful vocal tones with the vibrant\, percussive timbre of a guitar\, you get Karrie Hayward. Drawing inspiration from blues music and guitar heroes such as John Mayer\, Buddy Guy\, BB King; to the more ‘chilled’ sounds of Jack Johnson and Tash Sultana\, Karrie’s own style is a blend of the best parts of folk\, pop\, alt and blues. \nMiguel Rios (Running Blue):\nRunning Blue is the musical moniker for songwriter and singer Miguel Rios and fiddle player Ash Jones. Rios\, grew up in the Queensland tablelands\, beautiful and taunting country\, Rios\, part Mexican\, part native American\, writes songs which are lyrically driven\, the words are both simple and incisive\, a dichotomy matched by a vocal style that is pure and unforced\, yet raw. These are detailed and deeply personal stories but they also thrum with universal truths. This gifted\, highly original singer-songwriter gives soulful voice to the longings and dark comedies of human striving that play out against the natural world. His gift has been burnished by the accompaniment of his close friend\, Ash Jones. Rios and this extraordinarily talented fiddler know each other inside out\, and it shows in the way Jones’s playing weaves in and out of the music like smoke through sunbeams. \nSaturday April 11th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Karrie Hayward + Miguel Rios\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/easter-blues-tram-w-karrie-hayward-miguel-rios/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20191124T005121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200416T014836Z
UID:17455-1589032800-1589041800@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED The Blues Tram w/Aaron Pollock + Mariah McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:**Due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions this event has been cancelled** \nA super-talented local young singer/songwriter and a well established Melbourne bluesman both make their Blues Tram debut on Saturday 9 May 2020. \nEnjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two great acts: \nAaron Pollock:\nAaron Pollock is a 22 Year old Musician\, living in Melbourne Australia. Known for his unique folk and blues sound\, Aaron has made a following throughout Australia\, stunning audiences with his original writing and fingerstyle guitar playing.\nGrowing up\, Aaron became a huge fan of artists like Bob Dylan and Robert Johnson\, only to soon find his own blend of ‘Greenwich village Folk\, Southern Blues and modern rock’. He has already released two E.Ps and two full length albums\, including his new album ‘Anxieuxʼ released in November.\nAaron has toured extensively throughout Australia since he was 18 years old and plays regularly in Melbourne every weekend\, playing over 100 different shows throughout Australia in 2018 to reach out to blues fans across the country. \nMariah McCarthy:\nHeathcote born\, Bendigo based\, folk artist Mariah McCarthy is one of regional Victoria’s most prized possessions. Since living and performing in the big smoke with her old band Deer Prudence for a time\, Mariah has returned to her neck of the woods a solo artist and has focused all her energy on launching her own career with gusto. Influenced by the story telling of Dylan and Young\, with femininity reminiscent of Joni. This combined with her unique folk style makes for an enchanting\, intimate performance from the young artist. 2018 saw the acclaimed launch of Mariah’s debut EP ‘Counting Sheep – don’t miss the exquisite story telling of Mariah McCarthy. \nSaturday May 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Aaron Pollock + Mariah McCarthy\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-aaron-pollock-mariah-mccarthy/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200613T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20200107T104443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T005950Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram live and online w/Aaron Pollock + Mariah McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:An award-winning young Melbourne bluesman and an accomplished young local folkster make their Blues Tram debut on Saturday 13 June 2020 – ONLINE EDITION. \nMuch more information to come – stay tuned! \nAbout our artists… \nAaron Pollock:\nAaron Pollock is arguably Melbourne’s hottest young blues talent and recently\, one of the top eight placing blues artists in the world\, at the International Blues Challenge final.\nTaking the Australian blues scene by storm\, at only 23 years old\, Aaron Pollock has arrived on the scene with swing and swagger\, picking ragtime and delta blues tunes\, as well as writing enchanting and poetic folk tunes\, slowly crafting his own unique sound in his own natural time. Just one man\, one guitar and a whole lot of blues. \nMariah McCarthy:\nHeathcote born\, Bendigo based\, folk artist Mariah McCarthy is one of regional Victoria’s most prized possessions. Since living and performing in the big smoke with her old band Deer Prudence for a time\, Mariah has returned to her neck of the woods a solo artist and has focused all her energy on launching her own career with gusto. Influenced by the story telling of Dylan and Young\, with femininity reminiscent of Joni. This combined with her unique folk style makes for an enchanting\, intimate performance from the young artist. 2018 saw the acclaimed launch of Mariah’s debut EP ‘Counting Sheep – don’t miss the exquisite story telling of Mariah McCarthy. \nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nIn partnership with the City of Greater Bendigo\, Bendigo Heritage Attractions\, Bendigo Tramways and supported by BB&RMF’s valued sponsors.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-sons-of-the-blues-strawberry-jamz/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200711T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200711T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20200223T013934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200223T013934Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Wayne Jury + Walkers Road
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two brilliant acts: \nWayne Jury:\nWayne Jury is more than blues. Recognized as a multi-talented tunesmith (signed as ‘House Writer’ and artist to the legendary J Albert and Son Publishing\, home of ACDC\, Rose Tattoo\, Easybeats since 1994.) His versatility as a performer sees him at ease with ensembles or solo\, delving deep into soul\, jazz\, and rock to combine these genres with his distinctive voice\, style\, and performance.\nFronting rock bands across Australia since he was 16 he’s been called on by some of Australia’s most iconic bands to front their gigs when they’ve been missing a lead singer. His initiation into the world of music began in Geelong supporting Australia’s finest touring bands (AC/DC\, Ayres Rock\, Little River Band\, Buffalo\, Cold Chisel\, Dragon\, to name but a few). Since then he has played thousands of gigs all over Australia\, including opening for blues greats Robert Cray\, Albert Collins\, Canned Heat\, BB King\, Chris Cain\, and Buddy Guy. \nWalkers Road:\nJarrod Shaw and Sarah Wilkinson perform a blend of country\, folk and roots music that showcases their unique guitar styles and superb harmonies. The combination of Jarrod’s blues heavy approach with Sarah’s folk and country style makes for a diverse and captivating show.\nTheir first collaboration was at the Carols At Hanging Rock event in 2012\, where they were asked to perform as a duo. They have since have been performing together at festivals and venues across Victoria. \nSaturday July 11th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Wayne Jury + Walkers Road\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-wayne-jury-walkers-road/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200808T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200808T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20200223T014223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200223T014223Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Luke Watt + Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights of Bendigo’s architecturally stunning CBD from on board the sensationally restored vintage W Class tram\, while being serenaded by two brilliant acts: \nLuke Watt is a folk/blues guitarist and songwriter described by ABC National as “Raw and mercurial\, the real deal\,” and by Lloyd Spiegel as “A master of his craft.”\nDespite the experiences of touring his last album Hill End Ruin throughout Europe and the U.S\, Luke Watt’s new record is inspired by stories based much closer to home. Wild Graces is a collection of songs inspired by\, written and recorded in his now home of Central Victoria. The record was then mixed by long-time collaborator Nick Huggins (Jen Cloher\, Skipping Girl Vinegar\, Whitley). Luke’s folk and blues guitar playing carries songs of failed gold diggers\, small town tragedies and feuds between cranky old men. Wild Graces is an album from a touring artist who set up home and found stories worth telling. \nAll the way from the heart of the deep south comes the sound of authenticity cobbled together by three of the finest purveyors of twenty first century blues. Alawishus Jones\, Cleitus Johnson and T-Bone Redding seamlessly combine in multi-instrumental song lines that are rambunctious and delicious in equal measures.\nFixtures on all good festivals these ragtime playing rapscallions put on a rollicking show full of great music\, showmanship and comedy. Their first album ‘Little White Lies’ was launched earlier this year and greeted with ‘hollers’ and hoots of approval from all and sundry.\nPull up your braces\, button your collar\, hang on to your seats and get ready for the highly democratic\, somewhat enigmatic\, often melodramatic\, fully gyrostatic and totally charismatic Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies! \nSaturday August 8th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Luke Watt + Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm (sharp)\, returning 4:15pm (approx.).\nTix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram\nFollow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram \nStrictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. \nThe Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc\, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a music appreciation event – a mobile concert. For the enjoyment of all patrons\, any rowdy or loud behavior will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behavior are not complied with; in this unlikely event\, tickets of offenders will be forfeited and no refund will be available.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-blues-tram-w-luke-watt-alawishus-jones-the-outright-lies/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230818T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230818T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20230817T115610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T115607Z
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SUMMARY:Piano Wizard Andrew Farrell live at Handle Bar\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:The Piano Wizard Andrew Farrell  – is a famous Australian blues\, boogie-woogie piano player\, songwriter and singer\, who has performed internationally and Australia wide over the 30 years from small halls to the most prestigious venues & largest Festival stages with standing ovations. (Broadbeach Blues Festival\, Echuca Moama Winter Blues Fest\, Byron Bay Blues Fest;New Zealand: Bay Of Islands Jazz & Blues\, Rotoura Blues Fest\,; Canada: Halifax Blues Fest\, St Johns Blues fest.\, Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival as well as many European music festivals.   \nHe is widely acknowledged as a versatile virtuoso pianist with great technical and brilliant improvisational skills. The great Piano Wizard will take you on a magical musical journey from Joe Cocker to Tom Waits\, Ray Charles to Jerry Lee Lewis and Leon Russell\, as well as his own original compositions.  Amazingly he uses all 88 keys\, fingers gliding with ease & providing a depth & texture with the whole spectrum of musical color; his brilliant use of deep bluesy vocals completing the performance. \nHandle Bar – 71 Mitchell Street\, Bendigo.\nFree entry\, no bookings.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/piano-wizard-andrew-farrell-live-at-handle-bar-bendigo/
LOCATION:Handle Bar
CATEGORIES:Old Church On The Hill,Rocks Underground,The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230819T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20230727T115604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T115607Z
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SUMMARY:Music in the Mall feat: Tait Poyser + Tara Muscatello + Piano Wizard Andrew Farrell!
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Mall – pop-up performances for all to enjoy…\nLocal artists Tait Poyser and Tara Muscatello perform their original songs (along with some tasty covers)\, followed by two sets from touring piano-man Andrew Farrell (better known as “Piano Wizard”) in the open air for shoppers\, diners and passers by. Be sure to pop by for a listen.\nWith thanks to City of Greater Bendigo
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/music-in-the-mall-feat-tait-poyser-tara-muscatello-piano-wizard-andrew-farrell/
LOCATION:Hargreaves Mall
CATEGORIES:Old Church On The Hill,Rocks Underground,The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230819T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20230817T115607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T115607Z
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SUMMARY:Tom & Mannix (band gig)\, live at Handle Bar!
DESCRIPTION:Mannix Harrington and Tom Fleming return to Handle Bar to share songs old and new\, along with their good mate Sam on drums. Get along to enjoy some of the hottest young talent Bendigo has to offer. \nHandle Bar is Bendigo’s backyard. A hidden gem in our city’s social fabric. Enter via 71 Mitchell Street. Free entry. No bookings.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/tom-mannix-band-gig-live-at-handle-bar/
LOCATION:Handle Bar
CATEGORIES:Old Church On The Hill,Rocks Underground,The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230820T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T153040
CREATED:20230501T012715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T115607Z
UID:32792-1692549000-1692561600@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:Karen Lee Andrews\, live at The Old Church on the Hill\, w/support: Skip!
DESCRIPTION:Karen Lee Andrews and her dynamic rhythm section hit the stage at The Old Church on the Hill\, Sunday 20 August 2023 \nKaren Lee Andrews is in possession of a powerful sense of artistic purpose. Surrounded by music her entire life\, Karen’s career to date has largely revolved around classic soul and rhythm and blues. The influence of soul\, gospel and Karen’s Polynesian background continues to inform the music she creates. Karen’s new EP ‘Edin’ takes a more comprehensive journey through soul and blues music\, while providing a candid expression of her personal identity. \nKaren’s songcraft is built on a thorough knowledge of blues\, gospel and soul music and motored by an undeniable hunger to connect. Yet the defining ingredient is Karen’s unshakeable artistic passion. \nAndrews mostly tours as a formidable trio\, teaming up with Yanya Boston on drums and Adam Ventoura on bass – two exceptional musicians. This dynamic band is exhilarating to witness! \n“Andrews is on an inspiring and passionate musical journey. A must see.” – Beat Magazine \n“Commanding and brilliant.” – Daily Telegraph \n“Soulful and bluesy\, with so much heart and pain\, delivered with so much class.” – Sound of Oz \n“Karen Lee Andrews has a vocal tone that is undeniably powerful.” – Earmilk \nThe Opening act for this magnificent show will be local legend Skip (aka Albert Skipper). \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 4:30pm for a 5pm start. Tickets via Humanitix.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/karen-lee-andrews-live-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill
CATEGORIES:Old Church On The Hill,Rocks Underground,The Blues Tram
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SUMMARY:Music in the Mall feat: Sherri Parry!
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Mall – pop-up performances for all to enjoy…\nSherri Parry performs 2 sets of original songs (along with some tasty covers) in the open air for shoppers\, diners and passers by. Be sure to pop by for a listen.\nWith thanks to City of Greater Bendigo
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/music-in-the-mall-feat-rhaedel-pickett-sherri-parry/
LOCATION:Hargreaves Mall
CATEGORIES:Old Church On The Hill,Rocks Underground,The Blues Tram
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