FOLK, SOUL & BLUEGRASS
John Flanagan
Vocals, keyboard, guitar, banjo
Stella Anning - Electric guitar, BVs
Richard Rose - Bass, BVs
Justin Olsson - Drums
Gemma Horbury - Trumpet
Ros Jones - Trombone
Nick Lester - Tenor Saxophone
John Flanagan is known for his authentic stage presence, heart-gripping storytelling and uplifting performances. Performing with a new 7-piece line up featuring rhythm section and horns, Flanagan channels the raw and soulful folk-rock of the 70s taking inspiration from the likes of Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt and Van Morrison.
Flanagan is a devotee of melody and meaning. His music pulses and shimmers with childlike honesty and sage-like wisdom.
Flanagan has released 4 albums and has fronted a variety of band line ups. Sometimes he sounds like 70s soul, sometimes a bluegrass trio or a protest march anthem. Foremost he is a songwriter and storyteller with the ability to move an audience to tears and have them dancing with joy all in the same set.
His 2016 release ‘There’s Another Way To Where You’re Going’ was nominated for best Folk/Roots Album in the Age Music Victoria Awards and was an ‘Album of the week’ and ABC radio favourite. His 2018 release Honest Man debuted in the top 10 of the AIR ‘100% Independent Music’ Charts with the likes of The Waifs and Gurrumul, garnering praise at home and abroad.
In 2019 John toured outback and regional Australian towns for 7 weeks as part of the Festival of Small Halls incorporating performances at Port Fairy and The National Folk Festivals. He can often be found on the folk festival circuit, delivering an energetic live set that varies from dynamic and uplifting to moving and thoughtful. In 2020 John began work on a new album with 7-time Grammy nominated engineer, Erick Jaskowiak. With classic folk-rock and soul inspired sounds and songwriting, the album is expected for release in 2023.
His latest album Manhood Method Actor brings to life the soulful folk-rock sound of the 70s, taking inspiration from the likes of Jackson Browne, CSNY and Bonnie Raitt. Lyrically the album traverses various themes of love, conflict, parenthood, masculinity and coming of age. The album hit #3 on the AIR ‘100% Independent’ charts putting him alongside The Waifs and Midnight Oil and also hit #3 on the AMRAP metro radio charts.
This year he has been touring with his 7-piece band around Australia’s East Coast in support of his new album. Flanagan is a festival favourite, and rightly so. Sepia-toned stories on the widescreen of now; toe-tapping singalongs to mend your broken heart.
“He’s hitting with the groove like a Balboa punching bag! You can definitely hear that retro soulful twang.”
Henry Wagons - Double J
"One of Australia’s finest lyricists”
Timber & Steel
“Flanagan’s thoughtful songwriting and James Taylor-esque vocals land warm and familiar on the ears”
Rhythms Magazine
Mish & Glenn Kerley are a husband and wife duo playing mostly Country music, covering the likes of Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Dixie Chicks, Kasey Chambers, Brooks and Dunn, LeAnn Rimes, O’Shea, Sugarland and more.
There's is a true love story straight from Hollywood!. They met in a karaoke bar and the stage was set - they formed as a duo shortly after. Mish leads the way on vocals with Glenn on guitar and complimenting harmonies.
Mish is also a recognised actor with roles in Neighbours, Mad as Hell and House Husbands. She has performed on big stage musicals, in talent competitions and in choirs.
Pony Kasey Chambers Cover
Duo Band
Naturally Kerley
COUNTRY COVERS
Delicious Food...
Foodie Kat will be on site providing delicious Asian inspired food that will have your mouth watering and your taste buds tingling!
Bar OPEN
Enjoy a selection of beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks at our pop-up Bar! Strictly no BYO please.
