Bendigo Blues & Roots

Heathcote Wine & Food Festival 2019
2019-10-05 - 2019-10-06 | Heathcote Showgrounds Reserve, Caldwell St, Heathcote, VIC, 3523, Australia
The Heathcote Wine & Food Festival is back for 2019 and better than ever!
More than 40 local wineries will be pouring new and limited release wines alongside regional producers, artisans and food trucks.There’s a new, very limited ‘Golden Ticket’ available which includes express entry, wine tastings, priority shaded seating, a gourmet lunch box filled with local produce by Fodder and access to an exclusive bar selling Heathcote Wine Show gold medal-winning wines. The always-popular seminar series is back with new topics and a new host while Bendigo Blues & Roots artists and Games on the Green will be adding to the fun. Taking place October 5-6 at Heathcote Showgrounds, from 10:30am each day.

Muddy Wolfe Victoria and Back Tour
2019-09-28 20:00 - 23:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo, 135 King St., Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Supported by local blues legends Midweek Blues
Fronted by Steve Smith, Muddy Wolfe is an indie blues rock band based in Canberra, Australia. They have evolved from a blues band covering tunes by Jimi Hendrix and other blues artists to carving out their own unique sound blending rock, blues, jazz and folk, country and gospel.
​Influenced by a huge list of bands including Ocean Alley, The Sea Gypsies, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Marcus King Band, Led Zeppelin, Doyle Bramhall II, Jimi hendrix, Bob Dylan, The Cox Family and Fleetwood Mac. The band released their debut E.P. Muddy Wolfe Volume I in March 2019.
They will be touring their debut E.P. in a limited run of dates in Victoria along with some blues classics.
Volume II will be released in December 2019.
​Muddy Wolfe is
Steve Smith – guitar & vocals
Kim Yang – guitar & vocals
Jonah Myers – keys/organ
Dean James – bass
Aidan Bairstow – drums

Dinner and Blues - Wayne Jury plays ROCKS Underground
2019-09-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Rocks on Rosalind, 12 View Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Wayne Jury Music – in partnership with Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival and ROCKS on Rosalind.
Settle in to Rocks Underground, with Geelong’s patriarch of the Blues: Wayne Jury. Our Friday night special menu is available, $45 for 2 courses and a glass of selected wine with $5.00 from each dinner booking will be donated back to Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival.
Not dining? That’s OK, pop in and enjoy a funky beverage while listening to some funky tunes.
Wayne 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.
Fronting 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.

The Gold Fields Blues Club
2019-09-22 13:00 - 17:00 | The Golden Vine Hotel, 135 King Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
First Time for this Blues Club/Jam

21st Night of September Funkathon
2019-09-21 21:00 - 23:59 | The Golden Vine Hotel, 135 King Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Ladies and Gentlemen Spring is on it’s way and there’s a heck load of funkin’ to be done, starting with the 21st night of September at the Golden Vine at 9pm! If you don’t feel the need to spontaneously dance in the street, don’t own rainbow shirts and don’t eat pineapples on a regular basis then boy do we have the cure for you! So bring your friends, your family, your cousins, Uncle Dave, your Swiss cheese trophies, your cannibalistic chickens, your army surplus supplies, your left kneecap, your mixed frozen vegetables, your radioactive hermit crab and your finest dancing shoes for a night of endless juiciness 🍹

Bendigo Beats
2019-09-21 11:00 - 15:00 | VIC
Join us for a day of free entertainment for the whole family at Bendigo Homemaker Centre.
Bendigo Homemaker Centre are excited to partner with the Bendigo Blues and Roots Music Festival to host an exclusive pre-festival showcase event featuring youth and first-time performers.
The day will include performances from future stars of the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival, plus a variety of free family entertainment.
Stay tuned for more information!
http://bit.ly/BendigoHomemakerEvents

Amazing Grace - Movie Fundraiser
2019-09-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Star Cinema, 1 Peg Leg Rd, Bendigo, VIC, 3556, Australia
Join us for a night of music and film at out opening night screening of AMAZING GRACE – a fundrasier for Bendigo Blues and Roots Music Festival.
The never-before-seen music documentary capturing Queen of Soul ARETHA FRANKLIN, as she records the most successful gospel album of all time, AMAZING GRACE with James Cleveland and the Southern California Community Choir.
Recorded at The New Bethel Baptist Church in Watts, Los Angeles in January 1972. AMAZING GRACE is crafted from never-before-seen footage that captures an elegiac moment in American musical history whilst saluting the get-up-on-your-feet gospel heritage that transformed American music in the 1960s.
Fundraiser for Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival. All tix $20
Thursday September 19: 6.30pm doors, 7pm film, Amazing Grace.
*Don’t miss out on your favourite seats! All bookings directly through Star Cinema on 5446 2025.*

The Blues Tram w/Daniel Aaron + Phil & Trudy Edgeley
2019-09-14 14:00 - 16:30 | The Blues Tram, 76 Violet Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
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.
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:
Daniel Aaron:
Hailing 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.
Phil & Trudy Edgeley:
Trudy 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
Saturday September 14th
Blues Tram, feat: Phil & Trudy Edgeley + Daniel Aaron
Departing Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm, returning 4:15pm.
Tix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram
Follow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram
Strictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase.
The Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.
Please Note:
This 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.

Bendigo On The Hop 2019 - SOLD OUT!
2019-08-31 11:00 - 18:00 | VIC
Bendigo On The Hop, Australia’s best and most unique winter beer festival!
Including live music at the festival hub in Hargreaves Mall from:
Midweek Blues
Erica Hawkey Band
& Funk Junkies

Dinner and Blues - Alawishus Jones plays ROCKS Underground
2019-08-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Rocks on Rosalind, 12 View Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies – in partnership with ROCKS on Rosalind and Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival.
Settle in to Rocks Underground, with ragtime blues-hounds Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies. Our Friday night special menu is available, $45 for 2 courses and a glass of selected wine with $5.00 from each dinner booking will be donated back to Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival.
Not dining? That’s OK, pop in and enjoy a funky beverage while listening to some funky tunes.
Alawishus Jones & the Outright Lies a high energy, foot stompin’, thigh slappin’, sashay back through time and enjoy Turn of the century, pre-war folk/blues spi’tuals and songs in ragged time…

Sherri Parry Band
2019-08-23 21:00 - 23:59 | The Golden Vine Hotel, 135 King Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Hitting the Golden Vine stage running for the first time this year as a 5 piece band, the Bendigo born and bred Sherri Parry Band will be serenading rainbow dazzlers on the 23rd evening of August!
Writing original music since the age of 12, at now 21 years old Parry’s music is ever evolving, never once settling on a genre but forever painting vibrant visions in the minds of her listeners.
In anticipation of recording the first full length album with a full band, these youngsters have never been more musically or mindfully in sync.
Led with vocals and acoustic guitar by Parry herself, the smoothest and tastiest bass lines from Jaspar Austin-Gray, a tangy splash of Patrick Barton-Grace on keys, the hottest gingery spiced electric guitar from Thomas Hadlow, and the sensationally sweet grooves of Kane Watts on drums – It’s the perfect meal of music for any curious wanderer or melody seeker.
facebook.com/sherriparrymusic
@sherriparry – Handle
sherriparry.bandcamp.com
Music @ 9PM
Support TBC
$5 Entry

Singing Workshop
2019-08-18 15:00 - 17:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
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 a number of times. Stella has worked with choirs and groups all around the world and has an energetic and fun approach to facilitating her sessions.

Blues Tram w/Liz Frencham + Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies
2019-08-10 14:00 - 16:30 | The Blues Tram, 76 Violet Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
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).
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:
Liz Frencham:
2018 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.
Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies:
Let Alawishus, Wilby & Cleitus take you folks all the way
back to the year o’nineteen and thirty. They’ll likely tell
you stories about the old times and sing
you some authentic rural blues, rag tunes & maybe even some old time spirituals
What 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!
Saturday August 10th
Blues Tram, feat: Liz Frencham + Alawishus Jones & The Outright Lies
Departing Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm, returning 4:15pm.
Tix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram
Follow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram
Strictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase.
The Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.
Please Note:
This 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.

Walkers Road at Yard Bird Bar & Kitchen
2019-08-09 20:00 - 23:00 | Yard Bird Bar & Kitchen, Hotel Shamrock - Corner of Pall Mall & Williamson St, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Check out one of BB&RMF’s favourite acts Walkers Road featuring Jarrod Shaw and Sarah Wilkinson

Castlemaine Blues Club #2
2019-08-05 18:30 - 21:30 | Castlemaine Blues Club, 27 Berkeley St, Castlemaine, VIC, 3450, Australia
Castlemaine Blues Club #2!
Alawishus Jones and the Outright Lies, Julian James (Album Tour) + Rattlin’ Bones Blackwood.
Come and have a cheap tinnie!

First Friday Jazz at the Old Church
2019-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Every first Friday of the month get together at the Old Church. Players and listeners welcome. Gold coin donation (or folding stuff if you can.) We are all volunteers and non-profit – money goes to the Old Church and keeping the bar operating! Tunes to be worked on in advance will be posted on the facebook event page so there is a common base to work from. Also very open to playing tunes suggested by members. Post suggestions on the event page OR email to bendigojazz@gmail.com.

Georgie Currie EP Launch
2019-07-28 18:00 - 21:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Georgie Currie is an Albury bred singer-songwriter bringing her debut EP ‘flowers for your worst days’ to Bendigo.
Georgie is no stranger to Bendigo after having visited the town and the Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival many a time with ten-piece folk/rock band The Northern Folk.
Georgie’s solo project is an entirely different beast. Her songs blend the broken, intimate fears of youth with a vocal intensity beyond her years. Lyrically and harmonically mature, she paints portraits remarkable as much for their emotional power as their vulnerability.
Special guests TBA!

Dinner and Blues - Sons of the Blues play ROCKS Underground
2019-07-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Rocks on Rosalind, 12 View Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Sons of The Blues – in partnership with Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival and ROCKS on Rosalind.
Settle in to Rocks Underground, with Central Victoria’s busiest blues-men, Patrick Byrne and John Phillips, aka: Sons of the Blues. Our Friday night special menu is available, $45 for 2 courses and a glass of selected wine with $5.00 from each dinner booking will be donated back to Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival.
Not dining? That’s OK, pop in and enjoy a funky beverage while listening to some funky tunes.
Imagine music made by the motherless child of a post punk garage rocker and the singer in a Juke Joint and you might hear echoes of Sons of The Blues and their improvised approach to music.
Take a high energy, rollicking ride with the masters of the Blues.

The Blues Tram feat: T.K. Reeve (Duo) + Sarah Wilkinson
2019-07-13 14:00 - 16:30 | The Blues Tram, 76 Violet Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
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.
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:
T.K. Reeve:
Based 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.
He 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.
T.K. also plays guitar with Jukeboy Emmett and in other roots bands when he’s not busy with his own music.
Sarah Wilkinson:
Sarah 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.
Saturday July 13th
Blues Tram, feat: T.K. Reeve (Duo) + Sarah Wilkinson
Departing Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm, returning 4:15pm.
Tix: $39 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram
Follow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram
Strictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase.
The Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.
Please Note:
This 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.

Blues & Roots Winter Showcase/Fundraiser
2019-07-07 11:30 - 20:00 | Hotel Shamrock Bendigo, Cnr Pall Mall & Williamson Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
After 2018 gave us the most successful and exciting Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival to date, this year’s supporting events will again be limited in number but packed with more fresh talent and brilliant music, at some of our favorite local venues – continuing with our Winter Showcase/Fundraiser event at The Hotel Shamrock on Sunday July 7th.
The packed list of acts to perform at this Showcase event includes some of Bendigo’s best, along with some fresh faces from the larger blues, soul, jazz, folk and original music circuits who’ve put their respective hands up to support our not-for-profit community music festival, in the opulent Federation Room and the “Yard Bird” balcony bar and kitchen overlooking Bendigo’s beautiful Rosalind Park, Charing Cross and Pall Mall.
In addition, and in keeping with the New Orleans vibe provided by such a majestic venue, local funk duo Honk Tank will host a busking/street-jamming stage outside the foyer entrance in Williamson Street. So come along and be part of the fun, as we host music across three stages at this year’s Winter Showcase!
As always, these artists are donating their time and talents, as do the Festival’s volunteer committee and crew, to help kick build the kitty to pay for the Festival itself, to be held on November 7-10, 2019.
To continue to fund this predominantly free festival, your support and assistance is needed. So spread the word and bring a posse to the Hotel Shamrock on July 7th and help grow the burgeoning music scene we’ve managed to revitalise together over the last few years in Central Victoria.
On 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!
Tickets for the Julyy 7th Showcase event are available at the door on the day and are $20 for adults, $5 for under-18s (with under-12s free).
The live music will start at 11:30am sharp and continue through till 8pm.

Nardia Brancatisano
2019-07-06 20:00 - 22:30 | Entree Music Bar, 54 McIvor Highway, Kennington, VIC, 3550, Australia
Nardia Brancatisano is a Singer-Songwriter with powerful, raw & sultry vocals seasoned in the genres of Blues, Soul & Jazz. With a harmonic ear for music, Nardia wields her vocal range with intensity and musical prowess often blowing down the roof with her breathtaking voice.
Nardia has also supported iconic Australian names Russell Morris and Tex Perkins.
Partnered with her music director Mat Robb, her band 6-piece line-up including vocals, guitar, keys, drums, bass and saxophone. Most of the songs performed are originals and their own arrangements of their personal favorites from the soul, blues, jazz and funk genres.
Nardia is not new to the music scene and also currently performs in 2 other bands including the Justin yap Band (Recently the album went to #1 on the Australian Blues and Roots charts and they were awarded a Chain Award) and her other band Soul Chic, a stunning two-part harmony duo.
After a successful Single Launch, Nardia is working on a new album which is set to drop later in 2019 and will hopefully follow with a world class tour in Europe!
In the meantime, since becoming a BB&RMF favorite over the last couple years, please help us welcome Nardia and her magnificent band back to Bendigo on Saturday 6 July at Entrée Music Bar…

Dinner and Blues - Walkers Road plays ROCKS Underground
2019-06-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Rocks on Rosalind, 12 View Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Walkers Road – in partnership with Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival and ROCKS on Rosalind.
Settle in to Rocks Underground, with the sublime talents of Sarah Wilkinson and Jarrod Shaw, aka: Walkers Road. Our Friday night special menu is available, $45 for 2 courses and a glass of selected wine with $5.00 from each dinner booking will be donated back to Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival.
Not dining? That’s OK, pop in and enjoy a funky beverage while listening to some funky tunes.
Jarrod 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.

Kelly Brouhaha at The Old Church on the Hill
2019-06-15 19:00 - 22:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
After making a big splash previously at BB&RMF, Kelly Brouhaha is back in Bendigo on 15 June, as part of her 2019 album launch tour. And she’s a welcome addition to roster of brilliant concerts being staged this year at The Old Church on the Hill.
Shortlisted for the Americana Music Prize in 2018, Kelly Brouhaha’s brand of americana soul is as real as it gets. The South Australian songwriter & multi-instrumentalist spends most of the year around a campfire, travelling in her 1992 Toyota Hiace Van called “Pamela Vanderson”.
Her debut self titled album tells the story after leaving her marriage and mortgage behind in the pursuit of happiness. The single “40,000 Star Hotel”, co-written with Aleyce Simmonds is a big, ballsy, freedom-esque blues which captures the heart of the Australian landscape and the lure of off-grid living.
Choosing to pursue the road less travelled after learning of her father’s alzheimers diagnosis – this album captures heartbreak and grief in a way that leaves you breathless. A diverse first offering from an artist you absolutely need to hear.
You cannot put her unique style into a box; from big blues, to soulful country, it is real and raw and vulnerable.
It’s exciting to have Kelly back in Bendigo, especially with brilliant local support acts Luke Harrington and Steph Bitter.
Doors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start and the door charge is only $15. Don’t be late!

Andrea Robertson & Band
2019-06-08 19:00 - 23:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
With special guest: Aaron Wales
Following the launch of her third independent release, award-winning artist, Andrea Robertson is heading to Bendigo with a full band to perform at The Old Church On The Hill as a part of her new album ‘Live At New Hall’ Tour.
Andrea is well-versed when it comes to creating her own sound. She skillfully fuses the blues, roots, folk and alt-country with a dash of rock, forging her own Americana-style of songwriting for music lovers along the way.
Her unique brand of music echoes with the tones of someone who knows who she is, someone who wishes to share her sound and story with others, someone who creates an endearing experience that is entirely her own.
With a host of awards already under her belt along with two independent releases to date – It’s About Time (2014) and Remind Myself (2017), both of which feature the late Australian Blues Legend, Chris Wilson on harmonica, Andrea’s newest album recorded (and titled) Live At New Hall, is a stunning body of work featuring local creatives from start to finish, and showcasing the immense talent that can be found in Andrea’s home town on The Bellarine and in the Geelong Region.
Delivering her trademark sweet-yet-edgy sound influenced by living on the coast, Andrea and band will be supported by former Bendigo artist who now calls Ocean Grove home, singer/songwriter, Aaron Wales.
The Old Church on the Hill is located on the corner of Harkness and Russell Streets, Quarry Hill, Bendigo.
The Singer/Songwriter Showcase events, staged at the Old Church by the Bendigo Blues & Roots 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.
Proceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives.
We look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.

Blues Tram w/John McNamara + Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters
2019-06-08 14:00 - 16:30 | The Blues Tram, 76 Violet Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
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!
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:
John McNamara:
Multi 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.”
Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters:
With a voice like honey poured over a thunder, a howling, beat up old Gretsch guitar and thumping animalistic drums, Jess Parker &
The 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.”
Saturday June 8th
Blues Tram, feat: John McNamara + Jess Parker & The Troubled Waters
Departing Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm, returning 4:15pm.
Tix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram
Follow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram
Strictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase.
The Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.
Please Note:
This 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.

Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers 25 year anniversary Bendigo Show
2019-06-07 20:30 - 23:45 | All Seasons Resort Hotel, 171-183 McIvor Hwy, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers are celebrating the 25th year since their formation and subsequent explosion onto the live music scene – and they’re bringing the show to Bendigo, with thanks to the All Seasons Hotel and the crew from Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival. Get your tickets now for what will be a magnificent show from Australia’s patron saint of the Blues, along with the best rhythm section in the country!
Local firebrand Bill Barber will perform the opening set from 8:30pm.
From the gritty Melbourne pub circuit to the old Juke Joints of the American south, 13th century Ale Houses in England and even German castles, Geoff Achison has taken The Souldiggers around the world. To celebrate 25 years with the group Geoff will be
performing a series of gigs with The Souldiggers including tours to the US and UK.
‘The Souldiggers’ moniker was born from a theme song Geoff had written for his new solo project in the early 90’s. Battling the grueling cycle of relentless travel, heavy workloads and little pay, the band
featured a constantly changing line-up. Geoff took inspiration from British bandleader John Mayall whose ‘Bluesbreakers group had a similarly floating membership. Geoff decided it was more
expedient to travel solo and hire local players in each region. The concept worked and The Souldiggers now boasts line-ups across three continents with Australian, US & UK Souldiggers.
Beginings: Geoff Achison began his music career with his father’s dance band playing rudimentary rhythm guitar at local town halls in central Victoria. His first paid gig netted him $10 which was the very same amount he’d receive for riding his bike 8km’s to a farm and working from dawn to dusk.
He took a leap of faith to the big city of Melbourne, determined to make a career of music, arriving at his new digs in a clapped out Holden HQ, a Gibson Les Paul guitar and $40 in his pocket.
He turned up at gigs with guitar in hand and soon began to attract attention. By 1989 he was playing lead guitar with legendary bluesman Dutch Tilders.
After several years on the road with Dutch, Geoff released his debut recording of original songs, Big Machine in 1994. The following year he won the ‘Albert King Award’ at the prestigious International
Blues Challenge in Memphis. By the year 2000 he had garnered some of the best musicians in the business counted amongst his world-wide team. Mal Logan (Renee Geyer/LRB), Roger McLachlan
(LRB/Stars) Gerry Pantazis (Tommy Emmanuel/Stylus) Richard Tankard (Broderick Smith) Yonrico Scott (Derek Trucks Band) Tyler Greenwell (Tedeschi-Trucks Band) Sam Kelly (Cymande/Gary
Moore) & Adrian Keating (Sydney Opera Orchestra) among them.
With variations of this group Geoff has released over a dozen studio and live recordings including two live concert DVDs. They have been named ‘Band Of The Year’ more than once and most recently
picked up 5 ‘Chain’ blues music awards in 2017 for ‘Another Mile, Another Minute’.
Great food and drink, superb hospitality and a magnificent musical treat awaits, all in the comfort of one of Bendigo’s biggest and absolute best venues – the All Seasons Hotel.
Entry is only $20 – for bookings or other enquiries, please contact the kind staff at All Seasons Hotel Bendigo on (03) 5443 8166 or via email: reception@allseasonsbendigo.com.au

Dinner and Blues - Erica Hawkey (Duo) plays ROCKS Underground
2019-05-31 19:00 - 22:00 | Rocks on Rosalind, 12 View Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Erica Hawkey (Duo) – in partnership with Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival and ROCKS on Rosalind.
Settle in to Rocks Underground, with soulful pianist/singer/songwriter Erica Hawkey, accompanied by talented multi-instrumentalist David Turpie on guitar. Our Friday night special menu is available, $45 for 2 courses and a glass of selected wine with $5.00 from each dinner booking will be donated back to Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival.
Not dining? That’s OK, pop in and enjoy a funky beverage while listening to some funky tunes.
Erica Hawkey creates a rich fusion of her original funk, soul, and blues. Mix up influences Renee Geyer, Stevie Wonder, Etta James and Allen Stone and you’ll feel it!
Joining forces with talented guitarist David Turpie, Erica creates a smooth, wickedly addictive groove!

The Blues Tram w/Lily & King + Alister Turrill
2019-05-11 14:00 - 16:30 | The Blues Tram, 76 Violet Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
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!
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:
Lily and King:
Lily 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.
Dixieland 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.
With 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.
Alister Turrill Music:
Alister 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.
It 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.
The 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.
BBRMF 2018 will once again see Alister joined by dear friend and drumming extraordinaire, Toby Johnson, for a series of energetic and demanding performances.
Honest, Flawed, Gravel-Throated Folkin’ Blues awaits.
Saturday May 11th
Blues Tram, feat: Lily & King + Alister Turrill
Departing Central Deborah Goldmine (76 Violet Street) at 2pm, returning 4:15pm.
Tix: $35 from Bendigo Visitor Centre 1800 813 513 or online here: https://www.bendigotourism.com/tours/bendigo-cbd/bendigo-blues-tram
Follow The Blues Tram here: https://www.facebook.com/TheBluesTram
Strictly no BYO. Drinks and snacks available for purchase.
The Blues Tram is organised and staged by Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc, a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.
Please Note:
This 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.

The Ocelots (Ireland) Australian Tour
2019-05-04 19:00 - 21:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Lineup: Alister Turrill Music and Sherri Parry will be joining to be bring you an epic 3 act lineup.
Situated in Wexford Ireland, 20 year old twins Brandon and Ashley combine to create The Ocelots. This debut tour of Australia will include their new material as well as showcasing the first single of the forthcoming EP.
They have crafted their songwriting and musical experience together to produce a forceful blend of rich harmonies and bare, raw acoustic folk. Their music perfectly embodies the breezy effortlessness of early Bob Dylan, and Simon & Garfunkel.
During the 2018 summer festival season The Ocelots performed all across Ireland, UK and mainland Europe and also toured with acts such as Jack Johnson, Glen Hansard, Hudson Taylor and Isaac Gracie. Since then they have been back in the studio working on their next EP which will be released in 2019.
The Ocelots live set combines all that is great about live folk music, so come and be charmed by the charismatic duo.
Links:
Website: http://theocelots.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOcelotsMusic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theocelotsmusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOcelotsMusic/videos
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62aOuuT7lqJXkmMJcH8w1C?si=Xr2oJNplQ2G70HXnNsay_g

Alanna and Alicia
2019-04-28 15:00 - 18:00 | The Old Church on the Hill, Cnr Harkness & Russell St, Quarry Hill, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Twin sisters, Alanna and Alicia return to the Old Church on the Hill to sing their original folky jazz songs for you in a Sunday afternoon concert. Known for their quality, quirky lyrics and sweet harmonies, they will be accompanied by their wonderful band, talented musos, Damien Neil, guitar, Silas Palmer, piano and violin, and Sarah Busutill, violin and snare drum.
They will also sing songs from their most recent release, Songs I’m Singing with Me, a tribute to troubadour John Beavis, whose beautiful songs were not as widely heard as deserved due to his ongoing battle with mental illness.
Special guest will be crooning troubadour and old time folk singer, William Alexander (the kid from Bourke), who brings back the songs of hillbilly and country musics greatest figures as well as his own songs of the new world and all its trials and tragedies.
A great way to spend your Sunday arvo!
Sit back, sip a wine and listen to this mini folk festival!
Tickets $15. Doors open 2.30pm
