Gigs/Bands/Live

Key Grip (ACT)

Canberra-based blues outfit Key Grip returns to Adelaide on its Sashay to SA 2023 tour. 

Living by their motto, “It’s Gotta Swing”, Key Grip features Angela Lount and her always soulful vocals and Leo Joseph (piano) who have toured the Adelaide area a few times including in 2022 at the Wheaty in duo mode. Returning with the full band, they will paint a canvas with many shades of blues, with up tempo and slower tunes, tunes with tasty, interesting progressions, great lyrics and well, tunes that just need a bit of work to get right. 

Key Grip draws on a range of influences from stalwarts like Ella Fitzgerald, Percy Mayfield, Dr John, and Aretha Franklin, and will always feature a few original tunes as well.  At every gig Key Grip aims to take you on a tour of the blues and get you up and dancing.

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Ras Minano & The Hope of Africa Band

Ras Minano and The Hope of Africa Band, hailing from Ghana, West Africa, showcase the talents of Ras Minano, an accomplished artist in Afroreggae, Afrobeats, and World Music.

He was recognised internationally when he won the USA WAM Reggae/World Music Song of the Year Award in 2020 for “Africa Oseeyeii” and repeated the feat in 2021 with “WOMBA.”

Both his third album, “Real Rasta,” and the EP “WOMBA” were produced and released right here in Adelaide.

Ras Minano is powered by his band, The Hope of Africa Adelaide, a collective of exceptionally talented musicians from Adelaide, who together deliver an enthralling World Music experience on stage.

The Fallen Saints + Stefan Hauk

Featuring four of the finest musicians in the country. Individually, they have played on hundreds of albums.. covering much of the soundtrack to your lives.. together.. they write songs from the desert to the dirty sea.. and cover songs from some of the worlds finest songwriters..

Stories of love and loss.. joy.. hope and sorrow.. a savage contrast in a tasty blues drenched gumbo of musical genres..

Soul. Blues. Rock.. Americana.

Tix - $20 on the door (if available)

Hana & Jessie-Lee's Bad Habits (VIC/SA) + Patrick Wilson (VIC)

Hana and Jessie-Lee's Bad Habits

Sewing twang, lyrical wit and late-night musings into a captivating country-soul heart, Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits craft sauntering, hook-laden tapestries drenched in rock-and-roll swagger.

With major award nominations to their name (Best Country Artist, SA Music Awards; Live Voice of the Year, Best Country Act, National Live Music Awards) and backed by a growing catalogue of high-profile supports (Jason Isbell (USA), Eilen Jewell (USA), Cold Chisel, and more), fronting partnership Hana Brenecki and Jessie-Lee Zubkevych demand attention in ways that only the most impressive musicians can: not through force, but with a tantalising skill and restraint.

Hana Brenecki’s searing, sophisticated and effortlessly dexterous vocals pierce the core of songs rich in the very reasons why country-soul music is so darn affecting in the first place. What’s more, you heard it here first: no-one plays guitar quite like Jessie-Lee Zubkevych. 

Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits have appeared live onstage at Tamworth Country Music Festival, WOMADelaide, Out On The Weekend, Brunswick Music Festival, Dashville, Queenscliff Music Festival, Adelaide Guitar Festival, and more. 

The long and short of it? Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits are one for the ages. You’d better be in front of that stage. 

Patrick Wilson

“Patrick Wilson is a twang assassin. Beneath his polite, disarming and charming exterior he is a multi-faceted musical ninja, capable of cutting through your heart-strings with a single turn of phrase or a twist of melodic flare.”  - Henry Wagons

 There’s a tender, unmistakable charm that lingers in the work of natural-born storyteller, Patrick Wilson. Rich in craftsmanship, Wilson’s trademark sound and approach to songwriting are gifts only strengthened by the life he breathes into performance.

TIX - $25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

COMA'S FEATURED COMPOSER 2023! THOMAS VOSS + Kyle Chenoweth Quartet (MEL)

NO WAVE Christmas Show

Saije (NSW) + Loren Kate + Axe & The Ivory

Saije is an award-winning, indie folk duo whose soulful harmonies, dynamic guitar-lines and percussive breakdowns breathe life into heartfelt stories. Their songwriting is crafted from the depths; stirring melodies bound together with graceful lyricism, and through multitasking techniques, the pair create a full-bodied sound enriched by flavours from their travels around the globe.

After being awarded Folk Alliance Australia’s ‘Young Artist of the Year 2019-2021’ at the National Folk Festival, Saije has toured extensively in Australia, throughout Canada in 2020 and most recently a 43-date Europe and UK tour through 9 countries in 2023, playing a plethora of sold-out performances and festival appearances, including at Woodford Folk Festival (AUS), Blue Mountains Music Festival (AUS), Doolin Folk Festival (IRE), Tribal Gathering (CZ), Magpies Nest (UK) and an Official Showcase at Folk Alliance International (US). They continue to uplift both national and international audiences through their unifying performances and a warmth that fills small halls and overflows from large festival stages.

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

James Abberley (WA) + Special Guests

Based in Margaret River in the southwest of WA, James has made a name for himself as one to watch. His music truly does blur the lines of a modern-day singer songwriter, with elements of multiple genres at his seamless disposal. 

With a traditional folk approach, James crafts songs that paint pictures on the empty air and give deep feelings of nostalgia. 

This October James heads off on his biggest Aus tour to date, playing more than 25 shows spanning across four states. Don’t miss your chance to go see the humble singer musician that is James Abberley.

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

WIJA - Women In Jazz Adelaide - Featuring: Courteney Hooper + Ciara Ferguson

Women in Jazz Adelaide and The Wheatsheaf Hotel are proud to present “WiJA at the Wheaty,” a brand new program celebrating emerging and established female and non-binary jazz artists. 

Join us for a double bill of ethereal original music by Ciara Louise Ferguson and Courteney Hooper, as well as our usual music market, Wheaty brews, and good times.                                    

TIX - $15/10 PRE-SALE - $20/15 ON THE DOOR                                                                           

Doctor DeSoto + Tara Coates & Sub Rosa

Doctor DeSoto heads into the studio in January – come witness a special live preview of the album tracks.

 South Australia’s Doctor DeSoto delivers honey-and-gravel songs loaded with vintage pop feels, alt country noir and genuine swagger. Inspired by The Go-Betweens, Elvis Costello, Tom Petty, Little Feat. Fronted by Mikey Green (ARIA winners The Audreys), Doctor DeSoto’s original songwriting "explores a range of contemporary styles, yet there is this pervading sense of nostalgia … this is a band that has the ability to encompass all the good things about the sounds of another era in rock and roll …. with instant likeability" - Wirra Creek Music

Tara Coates (nee Carragher) has grabbed her electric guitar, trading her folk roots for indie rock with new band, Sub Rosa. Tara has supported Mia Dyson, Shane Nicholson and Sarah McLeod (The Superjesus). Her 2016 release, ‘Wicked World’ earned her a nomination for ‘Best Female’ in the South Australian Music Awards.

Beccy Cole & Ricky Albeck's - Hootenanny

Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission - 13 Days of Christmas + Alana Jagt & the Monotremes

Thirteen - unlucky for some but that’s the number of the last run of shows for Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission to top of what has been a stella year. Putting the complications and vagaries of covid behind them Mick and the band weighed into the year full of inspiration and optimism. 

The album Where Only Memory Can Find You came out in May on Coolin’ By Sound Records and due to a committed and reinvigorated fan base managed to make a nice little dent in the ARIA Charts peaking at #5 for the Australian releases and a respectable #33 nationally. The AIR Charts were an entirely different affair with the album coming in at #1 no less! The graphic novel entitled Away Away - Rudi’s Story was a welcome accompaniment to the album and quickly became a firm favourite with the fans. The band’s Merch desk at live shows was a busy one this year. 

The subsequent National Tour in support of the album was a strong one with Mick and Jen Anderson leaving days after it finished to begin a tour of the UK including an appearance at Glastonbury on Billy Bragg’s Left Field Stage where they duetted with the man himself on a co-write between Mick and Billy.

Returning home it was straight back out on the road for a bunch of dates with their long time road buddies The Waifs - where the band ended up on-stage each night closing the show with a joint version of the Lowest of the Low tune Rosy and Grey. 

So with thirteen dates left Mick and the band are set to put the finishing touches on the year as they get around the country with a whole swathe of support acts - both old and new.

TIX - $50 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission - 13 Days of Christmas + Alana Jagt & the Monotremes

Thirteen - unlucky for some but that’s the number of the last run of shows for Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission to top of what has been a stella year. Putting the complications and vagaries of covid behind them Mick and the band weighed into the year full of inspiration and optimism. 

The album Where Only Memory Can Find You came out in May on Coolin’ By Sound Records and due to a committed and reinvigorated fan base managed to make a nice little dent in the ARIA Charts peaking at #5 for the Australian releases and a respectable #33 nationally. The AIR Charts were an entirely different affair with the album coming in at #1 no less! The graphic novel entitled Away Away - Rudi’s Story was a welcome accompaniment to the album and quickly became a firm favourite with the fans. The band’s Merch desk at live shows was a busy one this year. 

The subsequent National Tour in support of the album was a strong one with Mick and Jen Anderson leaving days after it finished to begin a tour of the UK including an appearance at Glastonbury on Billy Bragg’s Left Field Stage where they duetted with the man himself on a co-write between Mick and Billy.

Returning home it was straight back out on the road for a bunch of dates with their long time road buddies The Waifs - where the band ended up on-stage each night closing the show with a joint version of the Lowest of the Low tune Rosy and Grey. 

So with thirteen dates left Mick and the band are set to put the finishing touches on the year as they get around the country with a whole swathe of support acts - both old and new.

TIX - $50 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Crackle & Pop's Pop-Up Record Shop!

Crackle & Pop Records will be setting up shop in the front bar - come on in, grab a beer, and get your wax fix!

2:30-5pm

SALVI'S FREE MUSICAL SWAPMEET

Well it's on again!

Our Musical Swapmeet in the illustrious Wheatsheaf Hotel 'Back Shed' A great venue with lovely people, lots of musical gear, like pedals, amps, guitars and basses, keyboards, you name it, and of course their delicious beers on tap right there at the bar!

Just bring anything you want to sell or trade, or just rock up with an eye for a bargain.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy, buy, sell, trade or just talk music! It's all good.
Forget Gumtree and the risks involved, come along to this and be in a safe, staffed environment and peruse the musical stuff!

NO RETAILERS ARE PERMITTED TO TRADE AT THESE EVENTS. COMMUNITY ONLY! 

Why pay to sell your stuff? 
Enjoy!!

2:30-5pm

The Hoverchords

Inspired by instrumentals of days gone by, The Hoverchords’ sound is a mix of desert jams, film soundscapes, twangy reverb-drenched guitars and 60’s surf garage music.  

The Hoverchords have recently released their 3^rd CD ‘Watching the Watchers’

The Yearlings Band Xmas Extravaganza Show + The Stetson Family (VIC)

It’s The Yearlings’ first band show since winning the ARBA SA roots album of the year for their latest album “LUCK"

 It's on again! It's that time of year where The Yearlings play the Wheatsheaf Hotel Christmas Show. 

Special guests this year are the wonderful Stetson Family (VIC), who walk the line between alt-country and bluegrass with their free-wheeling, spirited songs, awash with soaring harmonies. 

And surprise appearances.

COMA PRESENTS :: OUR END OF YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA!

SCALA - Rosie Roberts + Joe Oliver + Ryan Martin-John

 Few 34 plus year-olds can claim they’ve spent their years immersed in some serious musical talent but SA’s longest running original music organisation; the Songwriters, Composers And Lyricists Association (SCALA) have done it week after unfailing week for almost 3 decades.

 SCALA is a volunteer led, membership based organisation that continues to promote and encourage the creation of original music of all genres through events, the Festival Of Original Music (FOOM) song competition and an annual SCALA CD release.

Tom Lawson + Ollie English

Adam Page & The One Horse Open Slayers present: Jingle Bells - All the Way!

This Christmas, the ham will be served HOT and the stuffing stuffed to the sphincter as Adam Page and The One Horse Open Slayers fill your stockings FULL with a gratuitous package of Jingle Bells* and a mish mash of crackling Pop to help you surf the Yuletide all the way to 2024!

Don't miss this chance to witness the most ridiculously Christmassy event of the year, and next, and last! You'll be singing Jingle Bells* ALL the way!

Adam Page: saxes, voice and Jingle Bells*
Ria Loof: vocals and Jingle Bells*
Tim Bennett: bass, vocals and Jingle Bells*
Django Rowe: guitar and Jingle Bells*
Kevin van der Zwaag: drums, cymbals and Jingle Bells*
Paul White: keyboards, synth and Jingle Bells*

* ALL the way!

Don Morrison’s Raging Thirst

   Multi award wining songwriter Don Morrison has shared the stage with many of the biggest names in Australian music,  like Midnight Oil, Hunters and Collectors, Billy Thorpe, Men At Work, and dozens more in over forty years in the music game.

   He has worked with Bo Diddly, Joe Cocker, Rodriguez and even Billy Ray Cyrus, He was brave enough to stand next to Shakin’ Stephens in a urinal and nearly killed by Willie Nelson in Austin, Texas.

   He’s done gigs from Perth to Penrith, from Sydney to San Antonio and released sixteen CDs of original songs under his own name and with bands such as The Bodgies, The Elmores, The Lonely Cosmonauts and Prawnhead. 

    Now he’s teamed up with his two sons, Eddie on the double bass, and Jake on guitar. They’ve taught  him some new chords and brought him into the 21st century. Along with long time comrade Andy Przygonski on drums, this quartet makes up Don Morrison’s Raging Thirst.

   He might not be as young and pretty as he once was but he’s singing and playing better than ever. Get along to see Adelaide’s Larrakin Troubadour Laureate while you can!

CHRISTMAS DAY - CLOSED ALL DAY

Ahhhh......Christmas. One of the only days your favourite local bartenders get to take off work, eat too much food, and drink copious amounts of the booze they've spent all year serving.

If you need something to to while away the hours before the pub opens again, here's a Chrissy Classic for ya:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjQzJAKxTrE

Happy turkey day everyone - see you at the bar on the 27th!

Cal Williams Jr presents: A History of Mississippi Slide Blues

Almost Evelyn + Terence Crawford

Almost Evelyn have become regulars at the Wheaty over the last few years, warming audiences with their blues/pop, folk/pop sound.

Terence Crawford, Max Garcia Underwood and Nicola Grant; two guitars, three voices, and a set of beautifully crafted original songs.

 Take a break in the middle of the Chrissie/NY silly season, grab a drink, sit-down, and enjoy some gentle vibes with Almost Evelyn.

Janda King

JANDA KING are an exciting South Australian musical force, with two dynamic singers fronting this powerful Alternative Pop/Heavy Ambient ensemble

JANDA KING share a history with many years’ experience in recordings, radio airplay, film clips and live shows

JANDA KING original compositions are being celebrated with the release of their debut Vinyl LP Album early in 2024.

A New Years Eve Festival EXTRAVAGANZA! Featuring: Bromham, St Jacques, Wake in Fright, Eyrie

The Wheaty is putting on the ultimate New Years Eve party by bringing together some of Adelaide’s best contemporary folk bands, serving some of the best beers that money can buy and making it free entry for one and all!!! Officials are warning that there is forecast to be unprecedented levels of festive joy at this event so make sure you come and soak it in!

 Bromham:

Bromham is more of a musical community than a band, a group made up of friends they’ve met along the way, and it shows. Their joy for music and life (and a little bit of silliness) is tangible and infectious as these 14 (or so) musicians all bring their own influences and unique instruments together in a remarkably cohesive and natural way in order to tell stories about their family, friends.

St Jacques:

St Jacques are an indie folk group based on Kaurna Land. Since 2018 they’ve been writing and performing gentle, reflective songs.

Wake in Fright:

Wake In Fright is a Tarntanya-based art-folk band. Their songs incorporate influence from folk and pop to merge past and present sensibilities. Sam Wilson, the band’s songwriter, singer, and guitarist, has committed himself to the practice of songwriting and says this of the group: 

“Every musician I play with I have the deepest faith and love for, so if I’ve done my job right and the song is as good, or as evocative as it can be then I know they’ll know what do with it.”. In furthering this idea, Sam opts for emotional directives over technicality when it comes to arrangement, saying, “I’d rather ask for something to sound more anxious or forlorn than to talk about specific notes.”. 

 Wake In Fright is always searching. When I see them I ask them “Have you found it yet?” and they say “Yes”, but I know they’re still searching. Their new album It Can Happen Here is available everywhere now.

Eyrie:

Eyrie are a four piece Adelaide folk band known for their harmonious vocals and tuneful violin lines. Often returning to the theme of nature, Eyrie seeks to bring both a joyful jig and a moment of quiet reflection to audiences.

New Years Day - Modern Folk with Jen Lush Band + Ryan Martin-John + Tom Redwood

Step into a brave new year with Jen Lush band, Ryan Martin John & Tom Redwoord as they team up for an afternoon of folky flavours and new songs in the intimacy of the Wheaty’s front bar.  

Jen Lush

Jen Lush and her stellar band are known for their dynamic, intimate and adventurous music. With influences ranging from Feist, Iron & Wine and PJ Harvey, these are tender folk songs flung into evocative, experimental rock infused soundscapes with storytelling at the centre. New album ‘Hum of the mettle’ released August this year “combining the world of poetry with experimental folk-rock soundscapes to devise what is an enchanting, otherworldly experience for listeners." Beat Magazine

Exeter Blues + Macey + Piratboi

Dave O'Leary sings it like it is, laconic and straight to the point with an honesty that gets under your skin.

 
 Beej Barker combines driving rhythms and grooves to make the sound that is Exeter Blues; it’s raw and raucous, blurring the lines between early Mississippi delta slide guitar, modern punk funk and Cajun country sounds, these are story songs to move you built from a life spent on the road.

Drawing on Six albums of originals and few cover interpretations from artists as diverse as Robert Johnson ‘Little Walter Big Joe Williams ‘Howling Wolf ‘Tom Waits’ Bob Dylan and the Cruel Sea.

Nick Vulture Album Launch + Jessica Luxx

After a prolific couple of years since releasing his first full-length solo album Dust Off The Trails' in 2022, South Australian punk-turned-singer-songwriter, Nick Vulture, is about to release his new album 'After The Storm' on local label Wait & See Records.

Nick spent 2023 touring the USA, the UK and Japan in between recording his new album and finally it is ready to share. This new album continues his raw approach to story-telling that has become his trademark since transitioning from well known local garage-punk band The Molting Vultures.  

Also playing on the day will be fellow Wait & See artist, Jessica Luxx, who has also been releasing her own material to great acclaim in recent times.  Jessica's country infused folk music has been taking the music world by storm and she will blow your mind with her spellbinding musical brilliance.  

Do not miss this show if you love real stories beautifully threaded through intimate musical arrangements. 

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Sunday Lemonade (VIC) + Bromham

Nomadic duo Sunday Lemonade traverse the spectrum from heartfelt folk through to powerful indie rock bottled up in optimism. The bubbly pair are powered by connection, evident in their uplifting, energetic performance.

Since winning Nannup music festival ‘Emerging Artist’ award in 2020, the lemons have supported Ash Grunwald, Steph Strings, Thirsty Merc & the Pierce Brothers, went on tour with 19Twenty and made their mark as festival favourites.

With their renowned infectious joy, authentic human-ness and ear-worm melodies weaved throughout their rom-com-esque show, Sunday Lemonade are the perfect bubbly pick me up any day of the week!

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Flying Squad Single Launch + Ryan Martin-John

The Flying Squad are an Adelaide born and bred band with a slick live show that will take you on a lyrical journey. The songs tell wild tales that may or may not be true, heart on sleeve truths, and general soul searching.

The Flying Squads music is described as “Hovercraft Blues” with elements of Americana, Country, Rockabilly, Roots Rock and a strong dash of classic Australian alternative rock.

Lily & The Drum

Lily and the Drum is a Bluesy Roots, Rock & Soul duo featuring vocalist, guitarist Lily and John on percussion, harmonica & backing vocals.

Their live sound is rich and full and this guitar and drums duo are often mistaken for a band but there are no computers or backing tracks working in the background, just real music produced by two musicians baring their soul.
Described as “Honest, raw and energetic” and “A guitar and drum duo with an exciting rich melodic sound”.  

Following the success of their debut album “Nobody Just Like Me” and then the following albums “Welcome Change” and “Buried in Blue” the duo has constantly toured throughout Australia.

Performing over 800 shows including numerous Festivals across the country and opening for high profile artists such as The Black Sorrows, Mental As Anything and Tex Perkins along with fantastic radio support for their music has netted the duo a strong following and solid reputation.

Their recorded performances, including the latest release “This Is Right Now”, have also captured the attention of the radio community resulting in all Four Albums making the Top 25 on the Australian Blues and Roots National Airplay Chart.

Joe Man Murphy (QLD) + Simon Basey

Hailing from the UK but now calling Queensland home, Joe Man Murphy is a Folk-Roots artist whose music is deeply influenced by his nomadic upbringing and love for storytelling.

With over 35 years of guitar playing under his belt, Joe Man's performances are a testament to his mastery of the instrument, complemented by his enchanting voice that effortlessly moves audiences from laughter to tears.