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SUMMARY:Easter Blues Bender 2018
DESCRIPTION:Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival presents:\nEaster Blues Bender 2018!\n3 days of great live music across some of Bendigo’s tastiest venues – starting Good Friday (30 March)\, through Easter Saturday (30 March) and Easter Sunday (1 April). \nFull artist line-up:\nCatfish Voodoo\nNardia Rose Band\nBill Barber Music\nRichard Perso\nHighway 79\nJess Parker & The Troubled Waters\nCharlie Bedford\nSherri Parry\nWalkers Road\nRattlin’ Bones Blackwood – The Real Page\nJarrod Shaw\nSarah Wilkinson\nTaylor Sheridan\nErica Hawkey Band\nFunk Junkies\nAaron Pollock Music\nMezz Coleman Music\nFour Lions Music\nRhyley McGrath\nHarlem Band\nMisconception (feat: members of Jakal)\nMidweek Blues\nSteph Bitter\nMariah McCarthy\nSoul Contact \nProgram detailing playing times for each act will be released here first…  watch this space! \n*Confirmed Host venues:\nGolden Vine Hotel Bendigo\nThe Basement Bar Bendigo\nHandle Bar\nBendigo Art Gallery\nRosalind Park (Main Stage and Kauri Gardens Stage)\nThe Exchange Bendigo\nBull Street Concert (Outside Metro/Puggs) \nFULL PROGRAM:\nWho’s playing where/when over Easter Weekend?! Check out the program below – with some possible surprises still in store as well… \n*Good Friday (March 30) \nRosalind Park (Kauri Gardens Stage)\nBB&RMF Youth Showcase Stage\n1pm – 1:30pm: Steph Bitter\n1:40pm – 2:10pm: Rhyley McGrath\n2:20pm – 2:50pm: Sherri Parry\n3pm – 3:30pm: Charlie Bedford\n3:40pm – 4:10pm: Sarah Wilkinson\n4:20pm – 5pm: Bill Barber  \nRosalind Park (Main Stage)\n4pm – 4:45pm: Catfish Voodoo \nHandle Bar (Rear of 73 Mitchell Street – entry via Get Naked Espresso Bar)\n4pm – 5pm: Mariah McCarthy\n5:15pm – 6:15pm: Aaron Pollock\n6:30pm – 7:30pm: Walkers Road\n7:45pm – 9pm: Midweek Blues \nBasement Bar (17 View Point)\n8pm – 8:45pm: Charlie Bedford\n9pm – 11pm: Rattlin’ Bones Blackwood \nGolden Vine Hotel (135 King Street Bendigo) Free entry\n8:30pm – 9:30pm: Richard Perso\n10pm – 11pm: Nardia Rose Band \n*Easter Saturday (March 31) \nRosalind Park (Main Stage)\n4pm – 4:45pm: Taylor Sheridan \nRosalind Park (Kauri Stage)\n2pm – 2:45pm: Erin Mannix w/Stephen Briggs\n3pm – 3:45pm: Richard Perso\n4pm – 4:45pm: Sherri Parry \nBendigo Art Gallery (42 View Street)\nPurely acoustic stage\n11am-11:45am: Mariah McCarthy\n12pm-12:45pm: Mezz Coleman\n1pm-1:45pm: Steph Bitter\n2pm-3pm: Sarah Wilkinson\nBull Street (Outside Metro/Puggs)\n4pm – 4:45pm: Erica Hawkey Band\n5pm – 5:45pm: Soul Contact\n6pm – 6:45pm: Harlem \nThe Exchange (Shop 11 The Bendigo Bank Centre)\n4pm-4:45pm: Rhyley McGrath\n5pm-5:45pm: Jarrod Shaw\n6pm-6:45pm: Mezz Coleman\n7pm-8pm: Aaron Pollock \nHandle Bar (Rear of 73 Mitchell Street – entry via Get Naked Espresso Bar)\n2pm – 3pm: Charlie Bedford\n3:15pm – 4:15pm: Mezz Coleman\n4:30pm – 5:30pm: Bill Barber\n5:45pm – 6:45pm: Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters\n7pm – 8pm: Richard Perso\n8:15pm – 9:15pm: Highway 79 \nBasement Bar (17 View Point)\n9pm – 9:45pm: Sherri Parry\n10pm – 11pm: Richard Perso \nGolden Vine Hotel (135 King Street Bendigo) Tix $5\n9:15pm – 10:15pm: Charlie Bedford\n10:30pm – 12am: Catfish Voodoo \n*Easter Sunday (April 1) \nRosalind Park (Kauri Gardens Stage)\n4pm – 4:45pm: Misconception \nRosalind Park (Main Stage)\n3pm – 3:45pm: Funk Junkies\n4pm – 4:45pm: Four Lions \nBasement Bar (17 View Point)\n5pm – 8pm: Bill Barber’s All-star Acoustic Jam Session \n(Saturday Torchlight Procession is 8pm…  Sunday’s Gala Parade is 1pm till 3pm.)
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/easter-blues-bender-2018/
LOCATION:Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival\, Bendigo's CBD\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Good Friday Goodness
DESCRIPTION:Appearing at Handle Bar as part of the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Easter Blues Bender 2018!\nFull Lineup:\n4pm – Mariah McCarthy\n5:15pm – Aaron Pollock\n6:30pm – Walkers Road\n7:45pm – Midweek Blues
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/good-friday-goodness/
LOCATION:Handle Bar\, Rear of 73 Mitchell Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Nardia Rose Band w/Richard Perso - Good Friday Night\, 8pm\, free entry.
DESCRIPTION:The awesome Nardia Rose Band will get you grooving on good Friday night\, with support from the amazingly talented Richard Perso. 8pm start\, free entry!
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/nardia-rose-band-w-richard-perso-good-friday-night-8pm-free-entry/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Catfish Voodoo w/Charlie Bedford - Easter Sat 31st March\, 9pm.
DESCRIPTION:Catfish Voodoo bring their super slick catfish blues to the Vine again on the 31st of March. Supported by young guitar slinger Charlie Bedford\, 9pm start\, $5 entry.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/catfish-voodoo-w-charlie-bedford-easter-sat-31st-march-9pm/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180406T210000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180406T234500
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SUMMARY:Funk Junkies + Erica Hawkey Band at The Golden Vine
DESCRIPTION:Local jam band the Funk Junkies will get your groove going at the Golden Vine Hotel on Friday 6 April\, in a double-header with good friends Erica Hawkey Band who will treat the crowd to Erica’s soulful originals.\nOnly $5 entry\, for all the grooving goodness and funkaliciousness you can handle.   \nFunk Junkies are a local funk/soul/jam band\, featuring some of Bendigo’s finest musicians\, with booming horn section\, infectiously groove-producing rhythm section and soloists weaving their magic from the first song to the last. \nErica Hawkey Band:\nErica studied music in Melbourne\, performing in amongst Melbourne’s live music scene\, fronting 40 piece swing bands\, her own funk bands\, and various jazz and acoustic ensembles.\nShe is joined by David Turpie on guitar\, Ben Carr on bass and Colin Thompson on drums.\n“A rich mosaic of soul\, blues\, funk and jazz\, Erica’s song-writing is unique and soulful. She fuses smooth grooves with a voice that is smoky and heartfelt one moment and roaring the next! You are left wanting more” \nThe live tunes kick off from 9pm – be there early to get a good seat – great food\, good bevvies and funkalicious grooves. Why would you be anywhere else?!
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/funk-junkies-erica-hawkey-band-at-the-golden-vine/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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SUMMARY:The Bean Project + Georgie Currie at The Old Church on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne’s award winning brass-clad quintet The Bean Project are touring the country in support of ‘Naked Trees’ throughout 2018\, and the album is available on all digital platforms and via their website.\nFrom the eastern suburbs of Melbourne\, Australia come The Bean Project\, a vibrant brass-folk quintet blending the raw sounds of folk\, jazz and singer-songwriter – most aptly described as ‘the odd marriage of James Taylor and The Cat Empire’.\nIn 2014 The Bean Project emerged as a duo\, making a name for themselves playing locally\, touring the east coast\, then releasing their debut EP in 2015. The Bean Project were named the Folk Alliance of Australia’s 2016 Artist of the Year and grew into a five-piece band\, touring nationally and performing at festivals including Port Fairy Folk Festival\, The National Folk Festival and Folk Alliance International (USA).\nIn June 2017\, The Bean Project teamed up with David Carr at Rangemaster Studios to record their debut album ‘Naked Trees.’ Like a good whisky\,  ‘Naked Trees’ is strong\, woody and rich\, makes you think about your life and gives you a bubbling desire to dance. Swaying from enthusiastic groovy numbers such as ‘Gaps’ to tear-jerking singer-songwriter ballads such as ‘Never Been More Alone\,’ the album is a diverse collection of 10 songs inspired by jazz\, funk\, country and pop\, played by an equally as diverse cast of musicians from varying musical sensibilities. \nIt’s exciting to have The Bean Project back in Bendigo after they made a lot of fans at last year’s Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival – it’s extra exciting to have Georgie Currie (of The Northern Folk) as the chief support on this show with an opening set to be performed by Pat Ward. \nDoors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start and the door charge is only $15. Don’t be late! \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 generally $15 for adults\, 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.\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives. Sound production is provided by R&J DJ & Entertainment and the door takings are able to be shared between the performers with thanks to our valued sponsors picking up the costs that would normally come out of the door.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/the-bean-project-w-georgie-currie-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180413T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180413T235900
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180406T014517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021706Z
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SUMMARY:Open Folkin'
DESCRIPTION:**Please share this event**\nOpen Folkin’ is back on this month Folks\n**Please share this event**\nput your name down to have a go or be an audience member\ngold coin donation
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/open-folkin/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180414T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180414T161500
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Emilee South + Jarrod Shaw
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting two fan favourites on our April Blues Tram\, Emilee South and Jarrod Shaw! \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: \nEmilee South:\nWith powerful vocals and fierce guitar playing\, Emilee South hollers throwback rock’n’roll\, with hints of voodoo\, unrequited love\, and small-town guilt.\nFollowing her first release\, ‘Aloha\, Au Revoir’\, Emilee has been touring as a two-piece\, with baritone-slinging Matt Dixon.\nThe pair have been making interstate debuts with shows & festivals in Sydney\, Adelaide and Perth\, as well as playing support to the likes of Ruby Boots\, WILSN\, Skyscraper Stan & The Commission Flats\, and James Kenyon.\nBack in Melbourne\, they were straight in to the studio to record Emilee’s sophomore EP\, ‘MOTEL’.\nRecorded live over two days at The Aviary Recording Studio\, ‘MOTEL’ features Matt Dixon on Baritone Guitar\, Josh Barber on Drums and Ben Franz on Double Bass.\nProducing a sound much darker\, a little dirtier and a lot more rock’n’roll than her debut.\nWith a slew of special guest vocalists\, such as Al Parkinson\, Broads and Skyscraper Stan\, the songs lay comfortably on a bed of velvet backing vocals.\nFollowing the release of the feverish first single\, ‘Howl’\, ‘MOTEL’ was released with a bang through Fever Shake Records in May 2017. \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 April 14th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Emilee South + Jarrod Shaw\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or 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 behaviour will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behaviour 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-emilee-south-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:20180415T140000
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SUMMARY:Jam Session\, Sunday 15th April w/Rhyley McGrath 2-5pm
DESCRIPTION:A good ol’ fashioned Vine Jam Session! Hosted by Rhyley McGrath. 2pm till 5pm\, bring your instruments and your good vibes.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/jam-session-sunday-15th-april-w-rhyley-mcgrath-2-5pm/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180420T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180421T000000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180403T014438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021704Z
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SUMMARY:Bill Barber & The Revelators - Golden Vine (Bendigo)
DESCRIPTION:Bill barber and The Revelators return to the Golden Vine Bendigo with support from James Van Cooper (Sydney)
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/bill-barber-the-revelators-golden-vine-bendigo/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180314T004015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021557Z
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SUMMARY:Garden for the Future Community Open Day
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the opening of Bendigo Botanic Gardens exciting new Garden for the Future!  \nCome along and enjoy:  \n– Free entry\n– Food trucks\n– Community BBQ\n– Live music from local bands (Bill Barber\, Erica Hawkey Band\, Sherri Parry and The Funk Junkies)\n– Displays\n– Fun activities and entertainment for the kids including stilt walkers\, face painting\, balloon twisting and an Australian native wildlife display\n– Official opening\n– Garden tours
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/garden-for-the-future-community-open-day/
LOCATION:Bendigo Botanic Gardens\, 557 - 559 Napier St\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180422T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180422T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180411T021556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021556Z
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SUMMARY:Singing Workshop Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Another dynamic singing session with Stella Savy\, covering Gospel and World music. Stella has been a vocal coach for over 20 years\, conducting groups such as Sweet Mona’s Choir\, the Mini Mona’s Choir and Thursday Night Community Choir. Conductor for Boite’s Millennium Chorus 2011- Freedom Road\, 2013- Coco de Mer and 2016 – Windrush. Stella has worked with choirs and groups all around the world and has an energetic and fun approach to facilitating her sessions\, both for children and adults.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/singing-workshop-bendigo-2/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180428T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180314T004012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021555Z
UID:13129-1524913200-1524931200@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival will again transform the tranquil Rosalind Park into an open-air wine and food festival. \nThe highlight will be wine tastings from Bendigo region wineries where scores of wine styles will be showcased. There are more than 60 wines\, some traditional and many unique\, including reds\, whites\, rose and sparkling.  \nLive music from The Northern Folk and Erica Hawkey will make you smile. Wine masterclass pop-ups\, lawn activities and food available from regional street foodies will round out a perfect day.  \nWine by the glass or bottle can be purchased to enjoy on site. Bring along a picnic rug to sit and soak up the festival atmosphere.  \nOr opt for indulgence by booking one of the VIP marquees. Perfect for a staff get-together\, client function\, or with a group of friends. \nTickets starting from $30. Prebook and save $$ off the gate price.\nhttps://www.bendigotourism.com/strategem-bendigo-winemakers-festival \nBrought to you by the Bendigo Winegrowers Association – bendigowine.org.au \nThanks to Major Sponsor\, Strategem.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/strategem-bendigo-winemakers-festival-2/
LOCATION:Rosalind Park\, View Street and Pall Mall\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180428T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180428T220000
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SUMMARY:William Alexander/JadeByrd at the Old Church on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Young William\, the gentleman of the bush sings about the stuff of life – touching tales from the Appalachian Mountains\, stories told through early Australian and American Country music\nJadeByrd evokes a yearning for a bygone era when gambling and bootleg liquor were a la mode – songs of Etta\, Nina Ella and Memphis Minnie Tickets $10 online/at the door
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/william-alexander-jadebyrd-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180510T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180510T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180318T004842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T020204Z
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SUMMARY:Gurrumul\, fundraiser screening for BB&RMF at Star Cinema
DESCRIPTION:The screening of this ground-breaking documentary about a remarkable Australian performer is a Fundraising event supporting Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival. All tix $20.\n6pm doors\, complimentary finger food & live performance by Grim Fawkner\, 7pm film\, Thursday May 10\, “Gurrumul”.\nBookings directly through Star Cinema on 5446 2025. \nThe movie:\n“Celebrated by audiences at home and abroad\, indigenous artist Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu was one of the most important and acclaimed voices to ever come out of Australia. Blind from birth\, he found purpose and meaning through songs and music inspired by his community and country on Elcho Island in far North East Arnhem Land. Living a traditional Yolngu life\, his breakthrough album ‘Gurrumul’ brought him to a crossroads as audiences and artists around the world began to embrace his music.\nGURRUMUL is a portrait of an artist on the brink of global reverence\, and the struggles he and those closest to him faced in balancing that which mattered most to him and keeping the show on the road.”
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/gurrumul-fundraiser-screening-for-bbrmf-at-star-cinema/
LOCATION:Star Cinema\, 1 Peg Leg Rd\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3556\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180512T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180512T161500
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20171126T231857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021453Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Jo Jo Smith + Doc White
DESCRIPTION:A genuine bluesman in Doc White and a queen of soul in Jo Jo Smith with deliver a very special Blues Tram experience on 12 May! \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: \nJo Jo Smith:\nJo Jo Smith singer / songwriter / musician. Across the genres soul funk Blues Latin jazz R&B. ” Jo Jo has a stage presence that special singers possess. No histrionics just a deep connection with audience and musicians. An elastic voice – demure one minute\, tough and decisive the next “. Jo Jo has a feel and groove that touches people deeply. The Jo Jo Smith musical experience is like a breath of fresh air. \nDoc White:\nDoc is a musician\, songwriter\, actor and playwright who grew up in Adelaide at a time when some of the most bizarre murders in the country were being committed. As a result of an unfortunate series of seemingly random events\, a copy of Lightning Hopkins first Arhoolie record landed on his old HMV record player and the gloom was lifted. A lifelong and\, some would say\, unhealthy interest in blues and true crime evolved that has remained to this day.\nDoc plays country blues like the devil (who was an early fan) and is one of the few modern blues artists to adopt the mandolin\, despite it being an instrument that is nearly impossible to tune.\nDoc’s music has been played on ABC Radio and he has been featured on The Planet and in Rhythms Magazine.\nDoc’s tune Cropduster Blues was voted Song of the Year at the 2004 Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society Vic/Tas Blues Awards. \nSaturday May 14th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Jo Jo Smith + Doc White\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or 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 behaviour will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behaviour 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-doc-white/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180519T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180519T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180322T010422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021452Z
UID:13279-1526756400-1526767200@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:Cat Canteri at Old Church on The Hill\, Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from the grit and grime of Melbourne’s inner city\, renowned songwriter Cat Canteri will be hitting Old Church on The Hill with her stellar band; The Hipster Proof Fence featuring Justin Bernasconi on guitar (The Stillsons)\, Isaac Barter on bass (Sal Kimber & The Rolling Wheel) and Justin Olsson on drums (Oh Pep! Lanks). They’ll be launching their new album ‘Inner North’\, which sees Cat’s bold and reckless slide guitar style intermeshed with her poignant and poetic lyrics\, reflecting the struggles and stories of her community\, known as the Inner North. \nSpecial guests Well Into Winter (Alex Cameron of The Northern Folk) and Sherri Parry. \nDoors 7pm\, music 7:30pm \n7:30pm Sherri Parry\n8:15pm Well Into Winter\n9pm Cat Canteri & The Hipster Proof Fence
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/cat-canteri-at-old-church-on-the-hill-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180525T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180525T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180323T010359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021452Z
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SUMMARY:Lucie Thorne & The Yearlings at The Old Church on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Lucie Thorne & The Yearlings bring an intimate double-bill concert to The Old Church on the Hill in Bendigo on Friday 25th May.  \nLucie Thorne has earned her place as one of Australia’s most striking contemporary songsmiths. With eleven releases to her name – including her latest LP Everything Sings Tonight – and a prodigious touring schedule\, Thorne continues to carve out an extraordinary creative career. Thorne conjure “exquisitely impressionistic… poetry in motion” (*Rolling Stone) with an intimacy and warmth for which her live shows have become so renowned. “A demonstration of power through grace and subtlety. World Class.” (Roots Down) “Atmospheric\, innovative… brilliance” (*Sydney Morning Herald).  \nSouth Australian sweethearts The Yearlings make music that exudes raw beauty\, honesty\, intimacy and passion\, and have built a reputation for their evocative songwriting\, keen harmonies and mesmerizing live performances. With Parkinson’s signature guitar tones and Chalklen’s hypnotic prose\, The Yearlings deliver tunes with a confidence that carries an addictive fragility. Quiet\, intimate\, raw and powerful\, they produce a new strain of acoustic music\, distilling Americana alt. country through the filter of distinctly Australian life.  \nhttp://www.luciethorne.com\nhttp://www.theyearlings.net \nDoors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start and the tickets are only $18.50 pre-sale or $20 at the door. Secure your seats now! \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 generally $15 for adults\, 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.\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives. Sound production is provided by R&J DJ & Entertainment and the door takings are able to be shared between the performers with thanks to our valued sponsors picking up the costs that would normally come out of the door.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience you’re unlikely to have experienced before.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/lucie-thorne-the-yearlings-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180609T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180609T161500
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20171206T234626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T021451Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Josh Owen + Sarah Wilkinson
DESCRIPTION:A king of soul\, reggae and roots with a young singer/guitarist who will leave you breathless – Josh Owen and Sarah Wilkinson will deliver a very special Blues Tram experience on 9 June. \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: \nJosh Owen:\nJosh is a hugely respected amongst his peers and discerning music fans as guitarist\, singer\, songwriter and performer.\nBe it in solo mode or with his white-hot band\, Owen always shines. His outstanding musical talent has shone alongside the likes of Jamaican Reggae legend Earnest Ranglin\, US songstress Toni Childs and the Unconscious Brothers\, who comprise some of Australia’s finest and most in demand musicians.\nOwen’s solo performances accentuate his wonderful gift for storytelling\, as well as his warmth of spirit and observational song writing\, while showcasing his absolute mastery of the guitar. \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 June 9th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Josh Owen + Sarah Wilkinson\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or 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 behaviour will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behaviour 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-josh-owen-sarah-wilkinson-2/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180616T221500
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180324T010500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T020202Z
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SUMMARY:John Flanagan Trio - Album Launch at The Old Church on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Australian folk band ‘John Flanagan Trio’ are releasing ‘Honest Man’\, Flanagan’s 3rd album and his first time recording with his regular Trio band mates\, Dan Watkins and Liz Frencham. With soaring 3-part harmonies and tight arrangements they bring their dynamic and energetic live show to Bendigo. Co-presented by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival and The Old Church crew it will be an evening of moving\, thoughtful\, uplifting and humorous songs. With two stunning support acts Mezz Coleman and Georgie Currie! \nDoors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start and the door charge is only $20\, or if you buy online\, the pre-sale tickets are only $15. Better get on the case! \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.  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.\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives. Sound production is provided by R&J DJ & Entertainment and the door takings are able to be shared between the performers with thanks to our valued sponsors picking up the costs that would normally come out of the door.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/john-flanagan-trio-album-launch-at-the-old-church-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180714T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180714T161500
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20171207T234447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T020135Z
UID:5489-1531576800-1531584900@bendigoblues.com
SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Alister Turrill + Sherri Parry
DESCRIPTION:Two young performers – one a rising star on the Australian Blues scene and the other a promising singer/songwriter with a voice to sooth the most savage beast. \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: \nAlister Turrill Music:\n“Alister is a songwriter of the highest order and a sign that the future of Australian blues is in good hands.” – Lloyd Spiegel Music\, Premier Endorsee Cole Clark Guitars.\nAlister Turrill’s playing style blends a true form of blues with complex song writing seldom seen in someone so young.\nFollowing his award winning 2013 debut album ‘Reverence & Reverence’\, and 2015 single release ‘Road To The Grave’ comes the brand new EP ‘A Toast To Better Times’.\nA stripped-back modern folk/country blues record where the quality of his songwriting is bared for all.\nHonest\, Flawed\, Gravel-Throated Folkin’ Blues awaits. \nSherri Parry:\nAt just 20\, Sherri Parry has already made a name for herself as one of the most exciting singer songwriters in the Victorian folk scene. Sherri began her career at the age of 12\, playing open mics and small gigs in central Victoria. She soon began to gain recognition for her talent\, winning awards for both her songwriting and performance skills. It was around this time Sherri’s music caught the attention of accomplished singer songwriters such as Grim Fawkner and Tom Lee Richards\, who have since acted as mentors to her.\nSherri Parry’s music showcases both composition skills and world views well beyond her time\, and her live performances are nothing but a testament to that. Delivering intimate\, ethereal performances that never fail to leave audiences spellbound.\nParry debuted her highly anticipated first EP\, ‘EQUAL’ in October 16\, sharing six songs exploring people\, life and relationships. EQUAL is now available to purchase at sherriparry.bandcamp.com. \nSaturday July 14th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Alister Turrill + Sherri Parry\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or 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 behaviour will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behaviour 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-alister-turrill-sherri-parry/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180715T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180314T003949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T020200Z
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SUMMARY:Blues & Roots Winter Showcase/Fundraiser at The Golden Vine
DESCRIPTION:After a great kick-start from our Summer Showcase event at the Rifle Brigade Hotel in February\, we again return to the Golden Vine Hotel for the Winter edition – another brilliant line-up is in store\, across two stages\, presenting 16 acts\, all of whom will be part of our November Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival in 2018. \nThe packed list of acts confirmed to perform at this year’s BB&RMF Winter Showcase/Fundraiser event includes some of Bendigo’s best\, along with some fresh faces and exciting sounds from the larger blues\, soul\, jazz and original music circuits who’ve put their respective hands up to support our not-for-profit community music festival.  Here’s some of the acts playing the Vine on July 16: Jarrah Thompson\, Messin’ ‘Round\, Wayne Jury\, Spiritus\, William Alexander\, Ben J Carter\, Dave Diprose\, Mariah McCarthy\, Pat Ward\, Jarrod Shaw and Sons of The Blues… with more to be announced! \nAs always\, these artists are donating their time and talents for this Fundraiser\, as do the Festival’s volunteer committee and crew\, to help boost the kitty to pay for the Festival itself\, to be held on November 8-11\, 2018. \nTo continue to fund this predominantly free festival\, your support and assistance is needed. So spread the word and bring a posse to the Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo on Sunday 15 July and help grow the burgeoning music scene we’ve managed to revitalise together over the last 8 years or so in Central Victoria.  \nOn behalf of our local venues\, local and visiting artists\, and all of us who enjoy a wide range of live music to choose from on a weekly basis\, ‘Thank You’ for your ongoing support of grass-roots music events! \nTickets for the Winter Showcase event are available at the door on the day and are $15 for adults\, $5 for under-18s (with under-12s free).  Friends of the Festival (FOF Members) enter free – FOF card must be presented. \nThe live music will start at 12pm sharp and continue through till 8pm.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/blues-roots-winter-showcase-fundraiser-at-the-golden-vine/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180721T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180721T223000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180706T052628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180706T052628Z
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SUMMARY:Maja – ‘Woman I’ve Become’ Single Launch Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Following the release of her soulful single\, “Wake Up And Find” [premiered on Triple J’s ‘Roots N All’]\, Melbourne-based songstress is back at it with her new thought-provoking release “Woman I’ve Become.” \nTaking influence from Laura Marling and Fiona Apple\, “Woman I’ve Become” is a deep\, insightful\, track that explores the harder topics in life and touches on self acceptance\, heartbreak and resilience. \nShe is thrilled to announce her Bendigo show will be held at The Old Church on the Hill with special guests Pat Ward and Sherri Parry. \nDoors at 7pm. $10 Entry.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/maja-woman-ive-become-single-launch-bendigo/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180811T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180811T161500
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20171230T090248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T020134Z
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Luke Watt + Cat Canteri
DESCRIPTION:Two great singer/songwriters\, folksters\, top-shelf blues & roots artists\, Cat Canteri and Luke Watt will feature on our August Blues Tram.  Luke is a Blues Tram veteran\, but Cat will be making her debut on Bendigo’s favourite mobile music venue. Come along and give Cat a big warm Bendigo welcome… \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: \nLuke Watt:\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. \nCat Canteri:\nEarly in 2016 Cat Canteri released her new 6-track EP Late At Night\, which captures the vitality and intimacy of her live shows and showcases the verve and passion she brings to her guitar playing. You can hear traces of The Pretenders\, Bonnie Raitt\, Eleanor Friedberger and Ryan Adams filtered through the organic rock ’n’ roll of The Faces. The new EP follows her acclaimed solo debut album When We Were Young (2014)\, which shone a spotlight on her own alt-country/Americana style. \nSaturday August 11th\nBlues Tram\, feat: Cat Canteri + Luke Watt\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm\, returning 4:15pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or 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 behaviour will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behaviour 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-cat-canteri/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180817T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180817T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180706T053056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180706T053056Z
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SUMMARY:Buddy Knox\, Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies + Rhyley McGrath
DESCRIPTION:Well-travelled Bluesman Buddy Knox makes his Bendigo debut\, live at The Old Church on the Hill\, supported by none other than Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies\, with an opening set from young gun Rhyley McGrath. \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. \nDoors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start and the door charge is only $15 \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. 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.\nProceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives. Sound production is provided by R&J DJ & Entertainment and the door takings are able to be shared between the performers with thanks to our valued sponsors picking up the costs that would normally come out of the door.\nWe look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/buddy-knox-alawishus-jones-the-outright-lies-rhyley-mcgrath/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180818T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180818T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T232637
CREATED:20180706T053706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180706T053927Z
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SUMMARY:Justin Bernasconi & William Alexander
DESCRIPTION:Tales and picking from the country. \nJustin Bernasconi (rural Cambridgeshire\, UK) and William Alexander (the Kid from Bourke) team up to play a night of country story telling. \nNamed as ‘One of this country’s most interesting guitar talents’ by Australian Guitar Magazine\, Justin Bernasconi is a rarity among guitarists and songwriters. Straddling styles and sounds from the Delta Blues\, Appalachian Bluegrass\, English Folk and all stops in between\, his highly original tunes are infused with exciting and soulful guitar playing. \nBernasconi’s 2017 album Barefoot Wonderland has been embraced by fans and critics with Acoustic Magazine describing it as ‘a dazzling gumbo of songs’ and was equally acclaimed by Rolling Stone\, and The Age. Justin embarked on nationwide Australian tour\, and flew to the UK launch the album in London. UK mag fRoots simply wrote “like Leo Kottke and John Fahey on the instrumentals and John Prine on the songs’. \nHe’s been called many things in his short life\, such as the ‘Gentleman of the Bush’ \, ‘The kid from Bourke’\, ‘Young William’ and a few profanities. William is most at home when close to a river and surrounded by the plants and animals that bring life to this country. William sings about the stuff of life – of love gone wrong (and right)\, living on the road\, and working in the sun\, he does this with both his original works and through the words of others. For William\, folk songs are the perfect coupling of his twin loves of history and story-telling. If heart touching (breaking) tales from the Appalachian mountains interest you\, or the stories told through early Australian and American country music inspire you\, then perhaps William Alexander is your man. \nTickets are $15 presale from trybooking\, or $17 on the door
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/justin-bernasconi-william-alexander/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Roots & Branches Tour with Special Guests The Weeping Willows
DESCRIPTION:Joining together for a truly special night of roots and bluegrass music\, Kristy Cox and The Weeping Willows; two of Australia’s premier bluegrass acts at the The Old Church on the Hill\, Bendigo on Sunday 19th August! With thanks to Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival! \n$15+b/f presale from eventbrite\, $20 at the door\nDoors from 5.30pm | Music from 6.00pm\nBookings essential. \n— \nKristy Cox is the new voice in Australian bluegrass. Adored for her youthful energy infused acoustic country/bluegrass\, she has been awarded with radio success and accolades for her talent. Having moved to the USA in 2013 after signing her first record deal with bluegrass label Pisgah Ridge (an imprint of Mountain Home)\, Kristy has just released her album ‘Ricochet’ which debuted on 6 different Billboard charts including #1 for Bluegrass Album. The first single from the album the title track ‘Ricochet’ hit #1 on the US Bluegrass Radio Chart and #1 on the Australian Country Radio Chart. Her previous album ‘Part of Me’ saw her receive three nominations and bring home the Bluegrass Recording of the year at the 2017 Australian Country Music Awards. \nHer 2014 release ‘Living For The Moment’ also saw her nominated for three 2015 Australian Country Music Awards for Female Artist of the Year\, Bluegrass Recording of the Year and Alternate Country Album of the Year\, where she received the first ever Bluegrass Recording of the Year with her single ‘One Heartbreak Away’. With a string of number 1 hits on Radio and Country Music Television in Australia\, Kristy was recently named Female Vocalist of the Year and Entertainer of the year at the Australian Independent Country Music Awards with her release ‘Miles and Timezones’. \n— \nThe Weeping Willows\, Laura Coates and Andrew Wrigglesworth\, are a couple of old souls\, steeped in Bluegrass tradition and draped in Gothic Americana imagery. They regale their audiences with stories of sunshine and romance\, God and The Devil\, murder and decay. Real music. \n2015-2018 has seen The Weeping Willows nominated for 4 x CMAA ‘Golden Guitar’ awards\, 4 x Country Music Channel (CMC) awards\, supporting Iris DeMent\, Kinky Friedman\, Hayes Carll\, Eilen Jewell\, Shane Nicholson and Bill Chambers and completing a national tour in support of their sophomore album\, Before Darkness Comes A-Callin’ (2016)\, which received four-star reviews in Rolling Stone\, The Australian and The Music.
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/roots-branches-tour-with-special-guests-the-weeping-willows/
LOCATION:The Old Church on the Hill\, Cnr Harkness & Russell St\, Quarry Hill\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Bendigo Blues & Roots Winter Warm-up at The Bridge
DESCRIPTION:A four-day Winter Warm-up\, including a two-day Street Party\, showcasing 25 local and visiting bands who will also feature at this year’s Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival. \nKicking off Thursday night (23 August) inside the iconic pub\, top flight solo and duo acts will play from 8pm till midnight. Same again on Friday night (24 August)\, before the big party begins in Water Street\, from 12pm midday on Saturday (25 August) and concluding Sunday evening (26 August) around 8pm. \nThis is not a fundraiser\, it’s a preview event\, a celebration of the upcoming eighth annual BB&RMF (#BBRMF18) and the venues that make it great\, featuring the best live music\, with great company\, top food and drink\, with thanks to the ownership\, management and fantastic crew at The Bridge Hotel Bendgio! \nFull program with playing times of the featured acts will be published here very shortly… watch this space!
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/bendigo-blues-roots-winter-warm-up-at-the-bridge/
LOCATION:Bridge Hotel Bendigo\, 49 Bridge St\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180831T203000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180901T000000
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SUMMARY:Blues Rock Triple Shot
DESCRIPTION:The Blues Rock Triple Shot is back for another year! \nYou can spend the last day of Winter creating an effigy of the goddess of Winter\, burning it\, and throwing it into the river…..\nOr you can come to the Golden Vine for the neapolitan ice cream of blues rock lineups!
URL:https://bendigoblues.com/event/blues-rock-triple-shot-2/
LOCATION:Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo\, 135 King St.\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180902T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180902T143000
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SUMMARY:The Blues Tram w/Walkers Road + Charlie Bedford
DESCRIPTION:Two great young musical acts – one a rising star on the Australian Blues scene and the other a pair of promising singer/songwriters with an uncanny craft for harmonising together and reinventing and reinvigorating old songs. \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: \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 & been mentored by some of the biggest names in Australian Blues such as\, Geoff Achison\, Sweet Felicia\, Jimi Hocking\, Andrea Marr\, Russell Morris & 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 & leave a smile on your face! \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\, dropping jaws and melting hearts along the way. \nSunday September 2nd\nBlues Tram\, feat: Walkers Road + Charlie Bedford\nDeparting Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 12pm\, returning 2:30pm.\nTix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or 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 behaviour will not be tolerated. Event management reserves the right to refuse admission or evict patrons if requests to manage behaviour 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-walkers-road-charlie-bedford/
LOCATION:The Blues Tram\, 76 Violet Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Blues Tram
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