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.
Morningbirds are bringing their infectious noise rock energy to The Retreat on Thursday May 29th. With support from San and Nausicaa.
The Katters are kicking off 2025 with fresh energy and flair, bigger and better than ever!
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.
Fur blossom have spent the start of 2025 recording and crafting their debut record • The She Said Sun Ep •
Yep, the rumours are true - The Wraylettes are launching their brand-spankin' new 7" EP, "Wraydioactive!" on Sunday 1 June at the Retreat!
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.
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!
Nick Gregory, with their band of young, experienced musicians, presents a lighthearted and lively take on gypsy jazz.
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
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.
Freya Joesphine Hollick plays solo in the Retreat Hotel Brunswick Front Bar on Saturday June 7th supported by Jules Sheldon.
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.
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.
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.
Girl Friday and the Sepia Tones return to one of their favourites - The Retreat Hotel Brunswick on Wednesday 11th June.
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!
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!
An free afternoon of live music at the Retreat with Anatreptix playing Rebetika.
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!
Temple Of Groove is a unique trio of musicians that play upbeat Jazz/Fusion bringing excitement and Groove to their shows.
Habibi Hafla presents El Mazzika Club! El Mazzika Club is a space where Arabic culture, music, and community come together!
Join the "Talking Pit" for an evening of energetic and spontaneous grooves and tunes.
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.
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.
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.
La Legión is a dynamic live percussion ensemble that brings the power of rhythm to the stage through an innovative sign-conducted system.
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.
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
Come to The Retreat June 28th dressed in GREEN for a harmony filled night! (All ticket sales will be donated towards Girls From Oz)
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!
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!
An free afternoon of live music at the Retreat with Anatreptix playing Rebetika.
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.
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. With his band Hey Gringo he has released 8 albums of original songs which have charted up to #1 on The Oz Blues & Roots Airplay Charts. Daryl also plays keyboard with Oz legends Spectrum, performed and written songs with renown Oz legends Ross Wilson (Daddy Cool/Modo Rock), played piano in American Blues Legend Jimmy Witherspoon band and performed internationally from Amsterdam to New Orleans and Tokyo to Clarkesdale Mississippi.
Dear Judy are launching their self-titled, debut album at the Retreat Hotel, and everybody is invited.
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.
Join the "Talking Pit" for an evening of energetic and spontaneous grooves and tunes.
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.
La Legión is a dynamic live percussion ensemble that brings the power of rhythm to the stage through an innovative sign-conducted system.
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!
La Legión is a dynamic live percussion ensemble that brings the power of rhythm to the stage through an innovative sign-conducted system.
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.
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.
Come grab a drink, find a sunny spot if you can, and let the afternoon drift by to the sound of songs that feel like a conversation with an old friend.
Featuring special guests LOUKOUMI and FLORA.
Melbourne singer songwriter in Melbourne country music scene us stepping out with her new project the Katie May Jazz Trio.
Grab a ticket now to celebrate the release of AndyLP’s new single “A Little Too Late”, May 23rd at the Retreat Hotel!
🌙 Doors at 7PM | The Retreat Hotel Brunswick
Join the "Talking Pit" for an evening of energetic and spontaneous grooves and tunes.
Bring your dancing shoes and let the music take over!
Northern Voices Choir presents an afternoon of music and food to raise money for the Hope for Eden project.
Ghost Medium Single Launch – Retreat Hotel, May 17th!
The Dozeytones are a 7 piece Melbourne based trad jazz group!
In preparation of their second EU tour they will be playing The Retreat Hotel Brunswick, Thursday, May 15th. Joining them on the bill will be Goth Rock outfit Low Monroe & The Fugitives and Art Rock outfit Zero City.
WOLF ARROW RAIN will be performing with her 4 piece Dark Folk Psych band in support of their latest single SOUL RETURN.
Habibi Hafla presents El Mazzika Club! El Mazzika Club is a space where Arabic culture, music, and community come together!
Alt Country, Urban folk, Country Rock and Rock and Roll call it what you will.
On Sunday May 11 the Owls will fill the Retreat beer garden with the golden tones of cosmic country bliss!
JAM Big Band returns to The Retreat Hotel Brunswick for a night set to feature some of the best big band compositions of our time.
An free afternoon of live music at the Retreat with Anatreptix playing Rebetika.
Mighty Horse launch their epic 18 track double vinyl album Road Movie Dream!
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.
Hailing from Perth, Western Australia, Ben Lunt is a rising force in the Australian indie-folk scene, known for his heartfelt songwriting, harmonica-fuelled soundscapes, and stories that feel like home.
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!
Sunday evening sees The Barton's playing their own brand of indie rock, telling stories and finding harmony.
Ostralishe Kapelye is a Klezmer band specialising in the secular wedding music of the Eastern European, Yiddish-speaking Ashkenazi Jews.
In their 5 piece Retreat debut, Pollyman will bring their signature blend of glam, soul, rock and pop in vast supplies, with enough glitter to make even the darkest corners shine!
Felix Leunig & the Looming Feelings have finally pulled it together and emerged with their long-awaited debut album, ‘Wuwu.’
Ahead of the release of their new single “Like So”, Splitlanes are making a return to the Retreat with fellow bands Milkpunch and Chaos Theory Orchestra. Be ready for a night of Alternative fusion!
Lace Dress is set to bring their dynamic mix of garage rock, alternative rock, classic rock, and pretty much any other type of rock!
La Legión is a dynamic live percussion ensemble that brings the power of rhythm to the stage through an innovative sign-conducted system.
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!
