Formed over 15 years ago, the Low Down Big Band are stalwarts of the Melbourne Big Band Scene. Come join in the fun on June 30
Henry Hugo has been described as a cult figure, a chameleon artist lurking in the depths of music, with a unique vocal style producing melancholic lyrics about daily human experiences. A multi-instrumentalist, composer, sound engineer and producer, Henry has played with the likes of Hugo Race, the late Spencer P. Jones, Steve Lucas (X), Martin Bisi (Sonic Youth), and many more. The Kindred Souls (Damian Hooper - bass, Scott Bennett - drums, Charlie Barker - keys/saw, Douglas Galbraith - guitar) present Henry's compositions through a moody alternative-rock sound and disposition. With special guest Miguel Rios.
Calling all beat animals! 'Hi-Pedigree' runs as a monthly 'open mic' for local producers eager to gather and share their skills.
Known widely as the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the kora’, Amadou fulfils his ancestral duties to share the culture of his people through the African harp.
Melbourne Poytechnic host their end of semester band performance night at the Retreat Hotel in Brunswick. All performance students grouped in bands present a wide range of music genres to delight and entertain and celebrate the end of semester.
Flower Extract celebrate the release of the Trying, the second single from their upcoming sophomore EP, at The Retreat Hotel Brunswick.
7.30 - Doors 8.00 - 8.30 - Monet's Pond 8:50 - 9.25pm - Kalopsia 9:50 - 10:45 - Flower Extract
BLUES! ROCK! GUITAR SOLOS! Rhian Elin will be celebrating the launch of her debut EP 'Better Late Than Never' with support from Shelly's Motor Club.
Join us from 2:30 - 5pm in the main bandroom. Free entry & welshcakes.
Keets is a neo-soul singer songwriter supported by her incredible band. Her fundraiser gig "Voices of the Future" is for Girls From Oz; a choir located in rural areas in Australia that don't get as much funding to sing, dance and perform
Callum Wylie is back with his first new release in nearly 5 years. To celebrate, he will be launching the new single, "If I Knew Your Name" at The Retreat Hotel in Brunswick alongside Naarm mainstays Norwood and Al Speers
Come along to the old-time jam session at The Retreat Hotel.
The Double Dole Stringband will be hosting an all-in jam session starting at 6:30pm at the Retreat Hotel.
The Retreat Hotel bring you Hot Tubs Bingo Machine
A free night of multiple rounds of bingo hosted and set to music by local duo Hot Tubs Time Machine. Observational humour meets bingo hall vibes via bedroom pop. Fly solo or pull together a team. Prizes, lols and pub grub. Take that Monday!
We are a jazz fusion band from Naarm/Melbourne led by David Tomisich (keys) and Anthony Farrugia. We will be joined by the Mr Pocket aka Dom Stitt on drums, groove king Liam Powell on bass and sax lord Will Larsen.
Disco-gimps Mousse Cannon are launching the 2nd single off their upcoming album with Naarm riders of post punk LXRP & swans of post junk Special Guest! All your fav tunes will be loudly whispered into earholes far and wide - come crush a cup of wine!
Tou-Can is throwing down at The Retreat Hotel, and you're invited to a night of raw rhythm, heavy grooves, and . We’re bringing the heat with two of the city’s most electric live acts: the psych-soaked swagger of the Sam Darcy Band and the lush energy of Midnight Violet. Come for the music, stay for the people. Boogie hard, talk nonsense, and let the night take you where it wants.
Private Mountain live from the Retreat Hotel Front bar - Supported by Ben Trillado
Catch Franjapan live at The Retreat Hotel on Saturday, 5 July. Having built an ever-growing fanbase with sell-out shows including their own Franjafest 2 earlier this year, they’re joined by the dreamy sounds of Gloomie and Alice Ruby. Don’t miss out on what promises to be a night of infectious energy and unforgettable music.
The Pourshots fronted by a big bass baritone in Shaun Havoc the band play a healthy dose of classic truckin tunes, original country themed music and country covers.
7.00 - Doors 7.30 - 8.00pm - Peppa La Floyd 8.30 - 9.00pm - The Heights 9.30 - 10.10pm - Chordie Flow
Wipe the tears from your eyes, forget your hex debt and gear up for Brunswick’s very own improvised funk, jazz, and groove jams with a rotating house band.
Free in the main room!
For Salsodromo's first concert we are performing hits and favourite tunes by Willie Colon and Hector Lavoe, the salsa duo who took the world by storm in the 70s and 80s. If you love to dance to classic salsa and Latin American rhythms, this is the night for you! On vocals are the stylings of Janner Anya, Sebastian Medina and Alfonso Sarmiento Blasting from the horn section are: Luke Adams, Max Budgen, Luka Cordedda and Ruby Mineur. Laying down the percussive rhythms are : Mateo Garcia, Ivan Acosta and Santiago Hernandez Grooving in the rhythm section are: Emerson Hurley and Camilo Rojas
Hot Air Baboon are a three-piece rock/pop/funk/inflated primate band. With ever increasing radio airplay, and in celebration of the release of several new chart topping releases, they bring 2 sets of pure music to the Retreat Hotel. With support from the amazing Wykd Folk and guests, you're in for a real treat I tell ya.
An free afternoon of live music at the Retreat with Anatreptix playing Rebetika.
Adelaide Psych-Blues Occultists Badland Caravan return to Melbourne to LAUNCH their newest MUSICAL INCANTATION ‘Are You Formless’! The seance commences at The Retreat Brunswick, and they will be joined by local sound-alchemists Astro Elevator and jangly-mods The Pearlies. It will be a RAUCOUS affair, featuring premier vintage inflected music.
The Moonee Valley Drifters bring the love of the song, a respect for the great feeling that country is capable of and the release created by dancing – all central to the origins of the music, its people’s music.
Habibi Hafla presents El Mazzika Club! El Mazzika Club is a space where Arabic culture, music, and community come together!
Having recently relocated to Melbourne, Brendon Siemsen brings his engaging and emotive guitar style to life in a trio format.
MAIN ROOM / Free entry
Four brothers raised in the Mallee in a snake handling evangelical cult have been cut free from the human centipede of organised religion and let loose to play ‘50s, ‘60s and zeitgeist Rockabilly and good times Truckabilly. Fun and furious - Get onboard.
The Retreat Hotel would like to acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which The Retreat now stands, and pay our respects to all elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded and that our venue operates on stolen land.
Daryl Roberts is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter who has performed across Oz and internationally for over 30 years with his fun original eclectic tongue in cheek, catchy funky soul, blues and roots music.
Dear Judy are launching their self-titled, debut album at the Retreat Hotel, and everybody is invited.
Tassie's own Ramblin Van Walker is a prolific and celebrated songwriter in the genres of folk, blues, country and hardcore rocknroll, a 'cult figure' in his adopted home of Victoria, with a vast catalogue of poetic lyric-driven material that explore a range of personal and social themes.
Don’t miss Buttered Loaf, squeezed into a corner and at their fight-or-flight finest in the Retreat front bar on Sunday Feb 16.
Calling all beat animals! 'Hi-Pedigree' runs as a monthly 'open mic' for local producers eager to gather and share their skills.
Join the "Talking Pit" for an evening of energetic and spontaneous grooves and tunes.
Alternative rock four piece Cardboard Cutouts are proud to announce their largest headline tour to date, in celebration of their debut full-length record, Politics and Footy Tips, out June Friday 27th. The Toowoomba band will land in Melbourne on the 25th of July, playing The Retreat Hotel.
Whiskey Romeo are a 4 piece original guitar based rock/pop originals band, playing a range of styles from harder rockers to ballads, with a bit of a 70s flavour and an emphasis on riffs, hooks and harmonies. The band has just released their first album "No Reason".
Come along to the old-time jam session at The Retreat Hotel.
The Double Dole Stringband will be hosting an all-in jam session starting at 6:30pm at the Retreat Hotel.
Galaxy News Jazztet is a new jazz group that plays the old-timey swing music from the Fallout series. This includes music by Billie Holiday, Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, Sammy Fain, and many other artists from the 1940s swing era. This time at The Retreat Hotel, it features Geryl Leong on bass, Imre Sicicluna on saxophone, Steven Bitzios on guitar and Patrick Skarajew on drum-kit.
Known widely as the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the kora’, Amadou fulfils his ancestral duties to share the culture of his people through the African harp.
Jord. has been waiting a long time to share this with you. Get ready to celebrate the launch of his debut album, “Learning to Wait” with a full band show at The Retreat Hotel.
Hjalte will be touring Melbourne for the first time as an artist this July, however having spent time here in his teenage years, feels as if he is returning to his second home.
An free afternoon of live music at the Retreat with Anatreptix playing Rebetika.
FELONY. proudly presents the ‘Midnight Money’ Australian Tour. Drenched in leather and sparkle, the band is hitting the road in March for some unmissable shows around the country.
Ok all you shower sopranos, closet contraltos and backyard baritones, here is your chance to rock the world, or at least East Brunswick, with the all live Melbourne Karaoke Big Band.
Free in the main room!
Join the "Talking Pit" for an evening of energetic and spontaneous grooves and tunes.
For the past two decades, AP D'Antonio has delivered his unique take on traditional country, folk and blues with charm and musicality to burn.
Formed over 15 years ago, the Low Down Big Band are stalwarts of the Melbourne Big Band Scene. Come join in the fun on June 30
The Retreat Hotel bring you Hot Tubs Bingo Machine
A free night of multiple rounds of bingo hosted and set to music by local duo Hot Tubs Time Machine. Observational humour meets bingo hall vibes via bedroom pop. Fly solo or pull together a team. Prizes, lols and pub grub. Take that Monday!
Known widely as the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the kora’, Amadou fulfils his ancestral duties to share the culture of his people through the African harp.
David Cosma returns to The Retreat Hotel on Saturday August 30th for two sets in the front bar! The Age described Cosma as having the "full-bodied croon pairing the silken wryness of Elvis Costello and the gravel of Bob Dylan” while Inpress magazine wrote "a thinking person’s songwriter that speaks volumes to what a terrific talent we have in our midst”.
Come along to the old-time jam session at The Retreat Hotel.
The Double Dole Stringband will be hosting an all-in jam session starting at 6:30pm at the Retreat Hotel.
Tassie's own Ramblin Van Walker is a prolific and celebrated songwriter in the genres of folk, blues, country and hardcore rocknroll, a 'cult figure' in his adopted home of Victoria, with a vast catalogue of poetic lyric-driven material that explore a range of personal and social themes.
Michael’s Cane is a Melbourne based dream pop/folk band. They weave together melancholic vocal harmonies and rhythmically playful melodies. Emotionally layered, self deprecating and humorous song writing. Michael’s Cane brings a unique atmosphere to every show.
Ratfink! are Liv & Raph, high school mates who make DIY pop songs in Brunswick. They will be launching their new single "GAY SONG" with a full band, and will be supported by the elusive Ben Danks & the Bandits, a dangerous band of outlaws from the eastern suburbs.
Contort yourself to the overwhelming grooves of Zero City at the Retreat Hotel Brunswick. The 6-piece art-rock band return with sophisticated musicianship, ear bursting climaxes and tracks where you will have no idea what is going on. They are joined by Jazz-funk band Banksia who will make sure you get those feet moving and Kate’s Company who’s songs will get stuck in your head for weeks.
BARBARA are back in Naarm to celebrate the release of their newest single 'To Young Lads' with new friends Assteroid and Hot Dog.
Join the "Talking Pit" for an evening of energetic and spontaneous grooves and tunes.
Habibi Hafla presents El Mazzika Club! El Mazzika Club is a space where Arabic culture, music, and community come together!
Temple Of Groove is a unique trio of musicians that play upbeat Jazz/Fusion bringing excitement and Groove to their shows.
Everyday Wonder and Private Stash have combined many times over the last few years, with complementary indie / pop / folk guitar laden tunes. Come down to The Retreat Hotel and enjoy a fab afternoon of original music!
Beacs is bringing his unique and melancholic '60s-inspired folk rock to The Retreat Hotel on Saturday 14 June, backed by his full band and fresh off the release of his debut Motel Maybe EP.
An free afternoon of live music at the Retreat with Anatreptix playing Rebetika.
Ok all you shower sopranos, closet contraltos and backyard baritones, here is your chance to rock the world, or at least East Brunswick, with the all live Melbourne Karaoke Big Band.
Free in the main room!
Galaxy Music is a new alt-pop Melbourne record label so if you like soulful, edgy, alternative pop bangers, we'll see you at the show!
Girl Friday and the Sepia Tones return to one of their favourites - The Retreat Hotel Brunswick on Wednesday 11th June.
Public Holiday Eve at The Retreat Presented by Good Booking Spend your public holiday eve warming your soul with some of Naarm's finest local talent, at The Retreat. We’re bringing together three exceptional artists for a night of heartfelt songwriting, dynamic live energy, a royally good time.
Public holiday eve free Retreat Front Bar arvo show with 3 of Melb's favourite rootsy rockers. A proper mid winter warmer and a significant birthday for one of the scruffs in CIB. Do come.... Well respected Melbourne four-piece, COLD IRONS BOUND recall the best distorted twang of the past 50 years. Think Tom Petty jamming with Teenage Fanclub. RAGGED COMPANY are making waves on the alt country scene with their savvy gumbo of Gene Clark & Ronnie Lane influenced tunes. TERESA DUFFY-RICHARDS is steeped in the vast traditions of Roots music and the more modern realms of Rock n Roll, Punk and Noise Rock. Her new album is coming soon.
Wolfpack, not for profit animal rescue thrash punk band are coming to The Retreat to play their thrashy thrashy punk type beats.
Joining them are Rattleback with their bass driven punk type beats. Clit Spit with their synthy synthy punk type beats. And Tench with their post punky punk type beats.
Freya Joesphine Hollick plays solo in the Retreat Hotel Brunswick Front Bar on Saturday June 7th supported by Jules Sheldon.
Blank Face is a three-piece alternative rock band based in Melbourne/Naarm, fronted by guitarist and vocalist Tyler Cahill. With a sound shaped by suburban life and late-night drives, the band delivers raw, high-energy performances steeped in emotion, distortion, and unshakable hooks.
Fronting a powerhouse four-piece, ‘Jimmy Smyth’ delivers an emotionally charged set full of soaring indie rock, raw lyrics, and big singalong moments. Backed by tight musicianship and heartfelt energy, the band brings each track to life with intensity and soul
Nick Gregory, with their band of young, experienced musicians, presents a lighthearted and lively take on gypsy jazz.
Wipe the tears from your eyes, forget your hex debt and gear up for Brunswick’s very own improvised funk, jazz, and groove jams with a rotating house band.
Free in the main room!
Charlie Marshall is a singer songwriter from Melbourne best known for the legendary post punk blues of Harem Scarem and his band the Body Electric.
Yep, the rumours are true - The Wraylettes are launching their brand-spankin' new 7" EP, "Wraydioactive!" on Sunday 1 June at the Retreat!
Fur blossom have spent the start of 2025 recording and crafting their debut record • The She Said Sun Ep •
The Pourshots fronted by a big bass baritone in Shaun Havoc the band play a healthy dose of classic truckin tunes, original country themed music and country covers.
The Katters are kicking off 2025 with fresh energy and flair, bigger and better than ever!
Morningbirds are bringing their infectious noise rock energy to The Retreat on Thursday May 29th. With support from San and Nausicaa.
Known widely as the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the kora’, Amadou fulfils his ancestral duties to share the culture of his people through the African harp.
The Retreat Hotel bring you Hot Tubs Bingo Machine
A free night of multiple rounds of bingo hosted and set to music by local duo Hot Tubs Time Machine. Observational humour meets bingo hall vibes via bedroom pop. Fly solo or pull together a team. Prizes, lols and pub grub. Take that Monday!
Come along to the old-time jam session at The Retreat Hotel.
The Double Dole Stringband will be hosting an all-in jam session starting at 6:30pm at the Retreat Hotel.
