FRONT BAR / Free Entry
It's the last dance of the year for these three acts, and with free entry on an (unofficial) public holiday eve within the cozy confines of The Retreat front bar no less.
Straddling the alternate tunings of Americana and the heart of a scruffy rock n roll bar band, well respected Melbourne four piece Cold Irons Bound recall the best distorted twang of the last 50 years. Think Tom Petty jamming with Teenage Fanclub. Ostensibly hiding in plain sight other than to an astute few up to this point, the third Cold Irons Bound record, “No Place I Can’t Find You” shines a profound light on one of Australia's most melodic acts. https://linktr.ee/coldironsbound
Hailing from the vibrant inner-city suburb of Brunswick in Melbourne, ‘Ragged Company’ is making waves in the alt-country music scene. With their soulful melodies and raw, heartfelt lyrics, this five-piece band brings a fresh yet nostalgic sound that captures the essence of country music with a modern twist. **Band Members:** - **Marsden Williams:** Organ , Vocals, Songwriter - **Joseph Dwyer:** Guitarist, Vocals, Songwriter - **Jeff Samin:** Bass Guitar , back up vocals - **Dave Faiman:** Drums - **Mark Di Marzio:** Pedal Steel Guitar, Piano, electric guitar Their upcoming 12-song recording, set to be released soon, promises to be a showcase of their unique sound and songwriting prowess. Keep an ear out for ‘Ragged Company’ as they continue to carve out their place in the Melbourne music scene and beyond.
Teresa Duffy-Richards crafts alt country reminiscent of timeless troubadours and Tennessee reared yodelers. Her second LP is coming soon... https://teresaduffy-richards.bandcamp.com/
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.