w/ special guests SWEET TALK

Melbourne's soul kings The Meltdown will celebrate the release of their new single with a big SOUL-AMERICANA PARTY. in The Archies Creek Hall. The night will be opened by SWEET TALK a six piece band from Melbourne who have been creating a big buzz with their brand of American southern boogie reminiscent of acts like LIttle Feat and The Allman Brothers. NOT TO BE MISSED!

Laugh, sing, cry and surrender your heart to Ireland’s greatest stories, songs and music! Sionnach Rua’s Great Irish Song Book brings Irelands rich and unique culture to the shores of Australia, with a romantic passion that runs deep in Celtic veins. It is an authentic music and story catalogue from Irish born and raised frontman, Gallie. Interwoven with rich stories from Gallie’s Irish upbringing, with tales of Irish traditions and histories, audiences will be transported back to a lively session in a celebration of Celtic music with songs ranging from Planxty to Van Morrison to the Dubliners. This stage show will make you feel like you are visiting a lively “session” in an Irish bar without having to travel to Dingle. An assured crowd pleaser.

Australian roots legend ANDY BAYLOR is joined by guitar virtuoso SAM LEMANN and percussionist extraordinaire DENIS CLOSE for and afternoon of great music! Melbourne-born roots writer and multi-instrumentalist Andy has, musically, seen and done more than most. He has been acclaimed as “Melbourne’s King of Roots”. A MUST SEE!

Not just any old dinner and show!

Not just any old dinner and show! Henry Wagons needs no introduction. The charismatic frontman, raconteur, TV host and radio personality is synonymous with Victoria’s culture of good music, good food and good times. In Old Fashioned Nights, Henry teams up with the chefs at The Archies Creek Hotel Hotel to bring you a unique evening of songs and stories with a French culinary theme. It's Henry at his informal, conversational best!

w/ special guest Rhia Joy

19-Twenty have been whipping up a frenzy on the festival scene. They are electric. An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin'-roots band. The 19-Twenty lads have been performing their high-energy sonic party nationally, headlining sell-out shows and festivals in all states and territories. Constantly on the road or in the sky, they have toured seven times around Oz and performed gigs throughout Europe including Belgium, The Netherlands & Germany. Tone Deaf magazine says that they are "One of the most exciting riff and groove based blues and roots acts emerging from the east coast of OZ!" NOT TO BE MISSED!

Multi-instrumentalist and singer song-writer Broderick Smith is teaming up with blues and roots guitarist, Shannon Bourne this June for a special intimate show at Archies Creek Hall. Broderick was the front man for 70’s country rock band ‘The Dingoes’ who released timeless classics such as ‘Way Out West’ and ‘Boy On The Run’. Shannon is known for his exceptional guitar playing and draws inspiration from the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Roy Buchanan amongst others.

Melbourne-based singer, songwriter and guitarist BROOKE TAYLOR and her band 'The Poison Spitting Gin Queens' will be launching her latest single 'Good Man' this June at Archies Creek. Written in the midst of the first Melbourne Lockdown, Taylor reflects in gratitude on the company she was lucky enough to keep during the pandemic, with a Soul/Funk love song dedication to her partner. A MUST SEE!

Feat. Kylie Auldist (The Bamboos), Paul Woseen (The Screaming Jets), Mozë & Indyana with accompaniment on guitar from Steven Gates (Tripod) and hosted by Delsinki.

Due to popular demand, 'Sing a Song of Sixpence' returns to Archies Creek this June! For the first time ever collaborating together come see seasoned artists mix it with new upcoming artists! A unique and entertaining heartfelt experience, with some of Australia's finest accompanying musicians sitting in on the show as well.

Live favourites and multiple ARIA award winners The Audreys ARE BACK with a brand new lineup and a brand new tour. Led by sultry songstress Taasha Coates, The Audreys have graced almost every major festival in Australia and played more gigs than they can count. The Audreys will be back in the studio in spring 2022 ready for a new release in 2023, be the first to hear some of the new songs along with all the old favourites of course.

Piano players, Ezra Lee and Damon Smith have joined together to record a live, piano-centric record full of duelling Boogie Woogie, shrieking vocal harmony and piano playing virtuosity, to be released, late 2022. Smith’s ‘whiskey as’ voice, complements Lee’s booming and commanding war cry making for a hugely unique live show, their collection of blues, old timey rock and roll and boogie Woogie music will knock yer socks off. Don't miss them at Archies Creek Hotel this July!

w/ special guests JONNIE GOES TO CHURCH

Legendary singer-songwriter, composer and artist Jodi Phillis (The Clouds, Dearhunters, Roger Loves Betty) is releasing her 6th solo album, ‘We Need To Be Free’ in June 2022 through Melbourne based Cheersquad Records. To celebrate its release, Jodi is touring the Eastern states of Australia with her talented band - featuring guitarist, composer Damien Lane, Matt Steffen and Phil Lally to perform her uniquely haunting, country-tinged, chamber folk-pop songs. Performing a set to open the night are Jonnie Goes To Church featuring Celia Church and Jon Von Goes. This night is not to be missed!

Multi-award winning blues act, Backsliders return to Victoria showcasing their latest album ‘Bonecrunch’, their 15th and most varied album to date. Backsliders are renowned for energetic and captivating live shows and this promises to be just that. Celebrated slide guitarist and vocalist, Dom Turner, and drum and percussion virtuoso Rob Hirst joined by blues harmonica great, Ian Collard are set to take you on an eclectic blues-music journey.