Gigs/Bands/Live

Christmas Eve Eve With Haystacks Calhoon and Bridget Fahey & The Bone Rattlers

Haystacks Calhoon, known as ‘The World’s Strongest Band’, are a ramshackle, barn-stormin’ bar band who know how to get an audience on their feet and stomping along. They play a unique roots concoction they call ‘swampabilly’, inspired by country, blues, rockabilly and garage rock. The kind of concoction you swig out of a jug with four X’s on it.

The Bone Rattlers is gritty pub folk with a twang of alt-country. They have had the privilege of playing with Magic Dirt’s Adalita, Pat the Bunny, at A day of Clarity, Not Fest 7, Isolaid’s Folk unlocked, the Adelaide Fringe as well as the Adelaide Roller Derby. For fans who love Beasts of Bourbon, The Kills and Courtney Barnett.

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 Boxing Day!

Don Morrison's Raging Thirst

Consisting of Don Morrison, Eddie Morrison, Jake Morrison and Andy Przygonski, Raging Thirst are on the cusp of releasing their new album, Dreams. It will be available in all formats, vinyl, CD and on line.  

Raging Thirst’s performance on Boxing Day at the Wheatsheaf Hotel will be your first opportunity to hear this new (yet to be released) album performed live and pre release copies will be available at the merch desk. It may also be your last opportunity because once Dreams is released, Raging Thirst will soon be playing sold out stadium tours of Europe and the USA.

Cal Williams Jr Trio

The Maraby Band + Special Guests

The Maraby Band return to the Wheatsheaf this December for a splendid evening of rarified nonsense!

Harry Freeman, Tom Spall, Jardine Kiwat, James Mannix, David Blumberg and special guests (imaginary and otherwise) will be celebrating the annual reconvention of the Groop with two sets loaded with hits and elsewheres, direct to you from the Maraby Band vaults.

This will be an unmissable event for all locomotives, holiday enthusiasts and anchovy connoisseurs! One night only! Yes I said yes I will yes! 

Rhinestone Kozaks + Yellow Blue Bus

Rhinestone Kazacks

Been around for a few years, forged in the crucible of the Adelaide's diaspora of Ukrainians,  fusion music, hemiparasitic (latching onto other cultures), traditional & modern & original. Using the beutiful Ukrainian language...

NYE Funky Soul Party at The Wheaty with Moose Juice and Live Slug Reaction

Moose Juuce! The funky soul band, featuring an all-star lineup of award-winning musicians who bring unparalleled energy and talent to the stage. Led by the dynamic vocals of Maisie Aitkin, the group includes Dusty Cox on saxophone, Jack Strempel on keys, Tyler Venter on guitar, and Mario Marino on drums. Each member’s exceptional musicianship and accolades shine through in their seamless fusion of funk, soul, and jazz. You can expect electrifying performances and funky grooves, Moose Juuce will make their debut this New Year’s Eve at The Wheatsheaf Hotel, promising an unforgettable night to ring in 2025. 

New Year’s Day Songs for a New World - Featuring: Jen Lush Trio + Jachin Mee

Jen Lush (trio)

 Jen Lush and her band are known for their dynamic and passionate performances, tender folk songs flung into evocative folk-rock soundscapes with storytelling always at the centre. Performing as a trio, they’ll be sharing the fledgling songs for their coming album alongside older favourites from ‘Hum of the Mettle’ and 'Let Loose The Beating Birds,’ (ARBA Roots Albums of the Year 2021 and 2023.) "Art rock, dark pop, folk noir and beautifully fragile acoustic indie tones benchmark 'Hum of the mettle', a nine-track album that weaves hauntingly potent poetry with emotive rhythms and richly-flavoured melodies." Scenestr Magazine 

Jachin Mee

 Jachin Mee is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist living and working on Kaurna land (Adelaide, Australia). He has been recording and performing since 2021 as a member of art-folk outfit Wake In Fright, exploring lateral, deconstructed approaches to the drumming and percussion, as well as furthering the band’s continuing sonic evolution as co-producer. In every aspect of his creative practice, he is fascinated by the architecture of the popular song while retaining a love for storytelling and sincerity. His debut solo album, Talking To Music About People, was released in November 2024.

A Tribute to Self Love Single Launch - Featuring: Joey Haenen, Alysha Herrmann, Sage Wilde & Friends

Kick off 2025 with a reminder to take care of yourself and join Joey, Sage, Alysha & friends for the launch of two very special songs dedicated to self love and acceptance.  

The gang will be launching folk ballads “I’m Here” and “With All Your Scars” out into the world alongside a smattering of other original songs and poetry. Written in July 2021 during a songwriting workshop led by the exceptional Nancy Bates and recorded in November 2023 with local treasure and award-winning educator Annie Siegmann as producer, “I’m Here” and “With All Your Scars” are a reminder that you are enough just as you are. 

Join us for a gentle, intimate, and raw evening of sharing and connection.

Velvet Moth Vinyl Launch

PlanB

Kick off 2025 with a bang as PlanB returns to the Wheatsheaf Hotel on Sunday, January 5th to wrap up their unforgettable Paint It Black Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia.

The Wheaty is home turf for PlanB fans, making it the perfect spot for the Australian leg of this tour! Expect two electrifying 60-minute sets in the Wheaty’s laid-back, music-loving atmosphere, featuring the legendary Craig Rodda on drums (yes, that’s right—the Craig Rodda of Screaming Believers fame!).

We’re rolling out new tunes polished during the recent tour, along with fan favorites from our back catalog—so bring your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! Join us at 4 pm and let’s make it an afternoon to remember!

COMA - SCINTILLA + LEITMOTIV LIMBO

Harp2Harp - Featuring: Emma Horwood , Visnja + Diane Peters

Celtic to Concert harp, 3 harpists and 3 ethereal voices, intangible sound through to grooves and the unexpected. The eclectic duo of Emma Horwood and Visnja are  joined by jazz and original harpist-singer Diane Peters visiting from Italy, and friends. Transporting, transforming, arrangements without boundaries, sounds,  songs and visions, inspired by medieval, folk and Celtic, through classical to jazz, and original music.  

Diane Peters

Adelaide born, Diane graduated from VCA jazz with Hons. in composition at Monash uni in Melbourne. Her individual jazz style has taken her to play in international harp festivals and to collaborate with musicians in Australia and Italy for over 2 decades. Her own original music CDs and projects include the 5 piece jazz band “Archaeopteryx”, crossover ensembles “Project Sunrise” and “Salti Temporali”, elettronica duo “cafeAmaro ” and jazz trio “blue immersion”                                                                        

Harp2Harp 

Harp2Harp is an enchanting duo weaving the heavenly sounds of two harps and two female voices. Acclaimed pedal harpist/ soprano Emma Horwood joins forces with award winning singer/songwriter and folk harper Visnja. With their different harps and contrasting vocal timbres, Harp2Harp blend classical finesse with contemporary, original and world music flavours in their stunning strumming and velvety vocal harmonies. Two different musicians; one beautiful sound.

https://www.emmahorwood.com.au/ 

https://www.visnja.com/ 

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Bachelor Girl Duo (VIC) - Kicked Back & Intimate

Join Tania Doko and James Roche of Bachelor Girl for an exclusive “Stripped Back and Intimate” show at Wheatsheaf Hotel.

They have proven their enduring, much loved status in Aussie music culture. The double platinum, Aria award winning debut album featuring hit singles including ‘Treat Me Good’, ‘Permission To Shine’, and the international smash ‘Buses and Trains’ - written by James - credited as the most played Australian composition in the last 25 years.

The formidable coupling of songwriting and band performance excellence is landmarked by the recent announcement of Tania Doko’s place in the top 300 of Triple M's ‘Greatest Singers of All Time’ list.

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Green Circles + SToP!

The Occasional Production presents… the garage/psych sounds of Green Circles and the powerpop stylings of SToP!

 Green Circles are back on the Wheaty’s starry stage to showcase the sounds of their forthcoming fifth album – and they’ll also be banging out some of their old favourites as well. 

‘Tell ‘em Gene sent you’

The Tin Men

The TinMen play original blues songs with a local stripe, where the hot howling breath of Chicago’s south side meets the huff and puff of the cost of living and rental crisis. Paying homage to the greatest of the blues harp and guitar masters – Little Walter, Muddy Waters, Sonny Boy Williamson, T-Bone Walker – The TinMen shape their sound to fit comfortably inside a nifty, nimble four-piece combo that shimmies and shakes in all the right places. Our kinda blues, from the Southside o’ Croydon.

 Screamin’ Martin Davies, TinMen’s guitarist elect, lead vocalist and gentleman of modest means, wisely spending his most creatively fertile years whittlin’ away a whole batch of new The TinMen original songs. Attaching just the right amount of moanin’ and hollerin’ to nifty riffs that will get you up and dancin’ no matter what time of day, The Tin Men have now fabricated a mighty collection of new blues standards from the heartland of Adelaide’s Western suburbs. 

 With Tony Lewis on howlin’ harmonica and sweet vocals, Dave Sly whacking drums and barking out backing vocals and non sequiters and Chris Woods having a fine yet sensible and solid time on bass guitar, this sturdy quartet has shaped a proud and defiant TinMen sound – true blues, through and through.

 When The TinMen take the stage grab yourself a drink from the bar and get ready to stomp your shoes. There’s a gonna be a raging blues party goin’ on.

EarlyBird Specials + The Midnight Mares

EarlyBird Specials make new old-weird-beautiful music – like your AM radio got drunk and slept with a 78-rpm gramophone, and then left the offspring at an Eastern European orphanage where they learned to play country music … now they roam the wastelands singing songs about love and heartbreak and maritime industrial accidents.

Members are ex-Readymades, ex-Gels, ex-Babydoll, and ex-Bastard Sons of Ruination … so just imagine that but slowed down and sadder.

They will be joined by The Midnight Mares for a night of gothic-country-twang.

ARBA Summer Blues

 The latest in our acclaimed "seasonal" shows at the iconic Wheatsheaf Hotel. The show will feature an all-star line-up of musicians that do not normally play together.

 This will be a one-off, never-to-be-repeated show! 

Line-up

Vocals:

Stuart Day

Ryan Underhill

Guitar: Mick Kidd

Bass: Ron Kosmider

Drums: Peter Kershaw

Keys: Ben Martin

TIX - $25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Urban Guerillas (NSW) + The Bluedays + Yours Truly

The Urban Guerillas are back in town for a not so lazy Sunday afternoon at the Wheaty! They are on the road this summer promoting their new single "Invitation b/w Traffic Jam" which was recorded at Jim Moginie's (Midnight Oil) Oceanic Studio in Sydney. 

From regular Saturday nights at the Union Hotel in 1981 to Friday nights at the Cremorne Hotel in Unley the Urban Guerillas were an integral part of the early eighties independent scene in Adelaide. After 150 gigs in two years, they moved to Sydney frequently sharing stages with the likes of the Saints, GANGgajang, New Christs and Spy V Spy.

COMA - JACK BARTON QUINTET + ADAM PAGE & WILL MORLEY: NO SOUND IS INNOCENT

The Big ol' Wheaty Pub Music Quiz - Featuring: Aaron Nash & The Double A-Sides

Maisie B's EP Launch + St Jacques

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Maisie B adores and craves connecting with others through the vulnerability of their music. 

 In 2023 Maisie used funding received from the Helpmann Academy to record “The Nothing But The Sun EP”, an emotive collection of songs that explores heartbreak, vulnerability and self-discovery across a contemporary indie-pop/folk soundscape. Maisie combines intimate and reflective lyrics and atmospheric production to craft a sound that feels timeless and deeply introspective. The vocals are the feature - soft but with an emotional intensity that welcomes listeners into their lush and ethereal inner world. 

TIX - $15 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

COMA - Forum Q&A

Join a panel of local industry professionals to gain insight into entering the creative music field whilst they tackle tough topics like creating a brand, booking gigs and building a sustainable career.

Mark Curtis & The Flannelettes + J. Taylor Bell (VIC)

Meanwhile... Back at the Ranch

 The  Meanwhile… Back at The Ranch show takes audiences on a musical journey through the south-western states of USA during America’s great swing era from the thirties to the fifties.

When swing hit the south of USA it took the diverse music of the south-western states, and combined it with the hot new swing rhythms of the north it created a new genre called Western Swing.

Western Swing became a major hit with audiences of the south west, packing out huge dance halls everywhere. When you hear it you will understand why. In Western swing you will hear influences from traditional jazz songs, popular music, country and fiddle tunes and even gypsy jazz, all combined into a very entertaining blend – sometime referred to as Cowboy Jazz. 

So, whether you’re a swing fan, a lover of all things Western or just adore great old classic tunes, you will love this show from Meanwhile… Back At The Ranch.

TIX - $15 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

For Clementine + Swan Reach

 Erin Mckenzie aka Swan Reach is the front woman of local band, Perfect 50. She’s been doing home recordings for fun since age 15 and has an extensive SoundCloud discography, some of the best of which are now on Spotify under her first album, ‘Sun Begin.’ 

 For Clementine are Charlie McIntyre and Georgie (Jawgee) Evans, the face of local band Molly Rocket. Having played together in high school, developing their love for music as a teenage duo, they are each stepping away from other projects to perform together for the first time in 6 years here at the Wheaty! Expect a night of stripped back tunes performed by best friends, for friends, so bring all your friends.

TIX - $15 ON THE DOOR (IF AVALABLE)

Friend's Birthday Bonanza - featuring: Cherry Daisies, Bridget Fahey & The Bone Rattlers & Sam Page

Cherry Daisies are celebrating one year of enchanting audiences and what a remarkable journey it's been! With their distinctive fusion of piano folk and indie rock, Cherry Daisies have crafted a unique sound that promises to captivate your heart once again. Join us for this special occasion as we also mark the thirty-something birthdays of our talented singers, Ellen and Chelsea.

The Get Down Revolution

At The Get Down Revolution, our mission is clear: we exist to make you move to the rhythm of the funk.

Our infectious beats and dynamic performances are designed to get you out of your seat and onto the dance floor.

When you step into our world of funk, soul, and groove, expect an unforgettable musical journey that’ll have you dancing like nobody’s watching.

So, put on your dancing shoes, and let the rhythm take control.

Snarski vs Snarski

COMA - HINDTERLANDT + BEN FINNISS

Coda Chroma (VIC) + Aaron Thomas

Coda Chroma (aka Kate Lucas) is an award-winning songwriter from Ballarat, Victoria, and is described as “one of the most innovative and noteworthy musicians in Australia." Coda Chroma creates music that sways between cinematic folk and baroque pop, with otherworldly harmonies, honest and existential lyrics, suspended in deeply nuanced production.

TIX - $35 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE) 

Dave Graney & Clare Moore

Dave Graney and Clare Moore released two albums in 2024. The first was (strangely)(emotional), an exotic, lyrical album that involved interior journeys of memory of family and time and place . Journeying through inner and outer worlds with jazz voicings, vibes, keys, guitars and harp.  A very much Covid influenced work, including the affectionate blues Poor Covid.

 The second was the hot and sprawling I Passed Through Minor Chord In A Morning which was an auto harped, cut and pasted, improvised, deep fried, distorted hip hop beaten affair that came with a t-shirt.

 Dave Graney and Clare Moore promise more releases and shows in 2025. When they play, they bring a vast songbook and bring it to life with vibes, keys, guitars, voices and rhythm machines.  Don’t miss out. It's never like anybody else.

For this one off show in Adelaide at the Wheaty Dave and Clare will be joined by their favourite Adelaide bass player, Q. 

TIX - $40 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Rachael Fahim (NSW) 'Dance Around It' Australian Tour + Missy Lancaster

Get ready to kick up your heels and join the party as Australian pop-country sensation Rachael Fahim hits the road this February 2025! Following her electrifying sell-out tour supporting pop powerhouse Dean Lewis and the release of her long-anticipated new single, Dance Around It, Rachael is bringing her high-energy live show to venues across Australia! 

This is your chance to experience Rachael's infectious live show as she performs her entire back catalogue of beloved country pop hits Brake Lights, Middle Ground & Even If I Wanted To, along with exclusive previews from her upcoming debut album! Joined by long-time friend and collaborator, Missy Lancaster, who co-fronted the all-girl country rock band Southbound.

Don’t miss this unforgettable musical journey filled with heart, soul, and a whole lot of dirty country pop fun!

TIX - $30 O0N THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Dzeng Sane - World Matters

Bortier Okoe & El Noni have teamed up to deliver an enigmatic inter-cultural experience. African  and South America. A wondrous night of polyrhythms and mellifluous melodies. "Dzeng Sane" - World Matters. 

Bortier Okoe is a Ghanaian musician renown  for his high energy musical performance, will be introducing his latest releases that his been busy in the studio recording songs and video clips.

El Noni is a Chilean charango and guitar modern folklorist pushing the boundaries of tradition and modernism, a blend of the past dressed in the now.

Come for a night of inter-cultural madness at the "Tin Shed" The Wheaty as we know it. Enjoy the best of what a diverse Adelaide can offer from local "Wheaty" craft beers to local arts and food.

Dzeng Sane Pronounced "Djen Sanne".

Bortier Okoe & El Noni 

TIX - $30/20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Woody Guthrie

Travel through the Oklahoma dustbowl with the iconic songs of America's original folk troubadour as he explores injustice, unions and human rights with 2021 and 2022 SAM award winner Cal Williams Jr.

"Cal Williams Jr's guitar work is impeccable under his gorgeous voice" - Blues Blast USA 

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Bob Dylan

'Cal Williams Jr's wonderfully layered, textured vocals give a haunting, ethereal quality to Dylan's tunes. Williams brings a rich and original lilt with delicate fingerpicking and intense fretwork. An expansive exploration of Dylan's incomparable influence, presented with engaged and engaging virtuosity' - InReview

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Mississippi Devil Blues

Journey through the birthplace of the Devil Blues with the multi-award winning Cal Williams Jr Trio featuring Kory Horwood (Double-Bass), Sean Martin (Drums) and Cal Williams Jr (Vocals/Guitar) as they perform songs by Son House, Robert Johnson, Elmore James and more in this 5-star show!

"These three guys are the real deal and this show is an absolute gem! - Kryztoff Raw

"A must-see show" Glam Adelaide

TIX - $35/30 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Mississippi Slide Blues

Travel through the world of bottleneck slide guitar with the multi-award winning Cal Williams Jr Trio featuring Kory Horwood (Double-Bass), Sean Martin (Drums) and Cal Williams Jr (Vocals/Guitar) as they perform songs by Son House, Robert Johnson, Elmore James and more in this 5-star show!

"These three guys are the real deal and this show is an absolute gem!" - Kryztoff Raw

"A must-see show" - Glam Adelaide 

TIX - $35/30 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Mississippi Devil Blues

Journey through the birthplace of the Devil Blues with the multi-award winning Cal Williams Jr Trio featuring Kory Horwood (Double-Bass), Sean Martin (Drums) and Cal Williams Jr (Vocals/Guitar) as they perform songs by Son House, Robert Johnson, Elmore James and more in this 5-star show!

"These three guys are the real deal and this show is an absolute gem! - Kryztoff Raw

"A must-see show" Glam Adelaide

TIX - $35/30 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Mississippi Slide Blues

Travel through the world of bottleneck slide guitar with the multi-award winning Cal Williams Jr Trio featuring Kory Horwood (Double-Bass), Sean Martin (Drums) and Cal Williams Jr (Vocals/Guitar) as they perform songs by Son House, Robert Johnson, Elmore James and more in this 5-star show!

"These three guys are the real deal and this show is an absolute gem!" - Kryztoff Raw

"A must-see show" - Glam Adelaide 

TIX - $35/30 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The East Pointers (CAN)

Adding to their volumes of East Coast myth-making, The East Pointers’ forthcoming anthology of celebratory anthems and incendiary tune sets is a natural evolution of playing to ‘hometown’ crowds of thousands the world over, full family kitchen parties and an honest reckoning with heartbreak and victory. Still channeling Koady Chaisson as a writing partner, Tim Chaisson (fiddle, vocals, guitar) and Jake Charron (keys, guitar, vocals) have alchemised the years of love, grief and musical map-making, traveling, partying and friendship into an album that captures heroic joy, sharp pain, courageous expansion, lonely challenges and triumphant homecoming. Confidently grounded in the band’s traditional roots and spotlighting their most honest songwriting to date in an album that is jubilant, entrancing and frank by turns, The East Pointers continue their legacy of packing the dancefloor while celebrating the Sisyphian task of being human.

TIX - $40 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Public Servants - BuROCKracy

The Public Servants are the world's premiere public servant-themed novelty punk rock band, with humorous songs about public servant life. Themes include flexitime, paper cuts, government cars, instant coffee, bad managers, and knocking off early on Friday. 

This one-night-only performance will paint a picture of a day and a week in the lives of these crazy public servants in the Department of Punk Rock and Anarchy.

The Public Servants will be supported by the legendary Pete Wilson, reprising his catalogue of hits from releases including Scenester and Irresistibilism. Pete is well-known and much-loved as co-host of the Three D Radio show 'The Sound of Muesli’, as a solo artist, and musician in bands including Cheeseworld, The Marijuanas, and Stirling North and the Serious Lack of Rainfall.

TIX - $25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Songs from Under the Floorboards

A tribute to UK band, Magazine, one of the first "post-punk" bands, forming in Manchester in 1977.

Magazine kept the edgy, nervous energy of punk and added elements of art rock, particularly with their theatrical live shows and quirky chord arrangements.  They only released 4 studio albums, but each one made the top 40 album charts in the UK. 

This tribute will play the songs of Magazine as faithfully to the original recordings as possible and hope to bring the same energy as this seminal band. Brought to Adelaide Fringe by the same people who brought "Wide Open Road", a tribute to The Triffids, in 2021, and "Streets of your Town", a tribute to the Go Betweens in 2022.

A collection of experienced Adelaide musicians will focus their talents to honour this under rated band, Magazine.

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Pearl Tizzie does About Cheese then Soursob Bob does Soursob Bob Songs

Pearl Tizzie does About Cheese then Soursob Bob does Soursob Bob Songs

About Cheese is a musical homage to fromage.

Adelaide's own Pearl Tizzie celebrates all things cheese through music. Prepare your taste buds for a deliciously cheesy adventure, a delectable show like no other debuting for the first time at Adelaide Fringe.

Back from a sold-out Adelaide Fringe with The Backyarders and performances in shows such as 'Sinful' and 'A Night to Baquette', Pearl dedicates creamy parodies, medleys and original songs, all to this lactic indulgence. Be prepared for piano, accordion, and puns. No such thing as too much cheese? Have you ever intentionally evoked cheese dreams? Do you pay the cheese tax? Have a strong position on blue? If so, this show is for you. Warning: Contains dairy. 

TIX - $20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Backyarders' 5th Birthday Extravaganza with The Red Earth Blues Band

It's our 5th birthday & we can't think of a better way to celebrate.

The musical equivalent of a sausage on bread at your local hardware store, The Backyarders' high-energy folk/punk meets The Red Earth Blues Band's boogie rock & electric blues to produce one very special party as Aussie as Vegemite!

Both bands recently released cracking new albums & can't wait to showcase these tunes for your aural pleasure.

The Backyarders epitomise Australian Backyard culture, delivering a high-energy performance laced with accordion, violin & gang vocals.

The Red Earth Blues Band are guaranteed to get you up & dancing, taking you back to a time when great Oz rock was played all across the country.

Expect hills hoists, fairy bread, bogan banquets & one hell of a good time!

★★★★★ "Outstanding!" Ed Davis 

TIX - $25/20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Woody Guthrie

Travel through the Oklahoma dustbowl with the iconic songs of America's original folk troubadour as he explores injustice, unions and human rights with 2021 and 2022 SAM award winner Cal Williams Jr.

"Cal Williams Jr's guitar work is impeccable under his gorgeous voice" - Blues Blast USA 

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Bob Dylan

'Cal Williams Jr's wonderfully layered, textured vocals give a haunting, ethereal quality to Dylan's tunes. Williams brings a rich and original lilt with delicate fingerpicking and intense fretwork. An expansive exploration of Dylan's incomparable influence, presented with engaged and engaging virtuosity' - InReview

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Woody Guthrie

Travel through the Oklahoma dustbowl with the iconic songs of America's original folk troubadour as he explores injustice, unions and human rights with 2021 and 2022 SAM award winner Cal Williams Jr.

"Cal Williams Jr's guitar work is impeccable under his gorgeous voice" - Blues Blast USA 

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Bob Dylan

'Cal Williams Jr's wonderfully layered, textured vocals give a haunting, ethereal quality to Dylan's tunes. Williams brings a rich and original lilt with delicate fingerpicking and intense fretwork. An expansive exploration of Dylan's incomparable influence, presented with engaged and engaging virtuosity' - InReview

TIX - $30/25 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Mississippi Devil Blues

Journey through the birthplace of the Devil Blues with the multi-award winning Cal Williams Jr Trio featuring Kory Horwood (Double-Bass), Sean Martin (Drums) and Cal Williams Jr (Vocals/Guitar) as they perform songs by Son House, Robert Johnson, Elmore James and more in this 5-star show!

"These three guys are the real deal and this show is an absolute gem! - Kryztoff Raw

"A must-see show" Glam Adelaide

TIX - $35/30 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

A History of Mississippi Slide Blues

Travel through the world of bottleneck slide guitar with the multi-award winning Cal Williams Jr Trio featuring Kory Horwood (Double-Bass), Sean Martin (Drums) and Cal Williams Jr (Vocals/Guitar) as they perform songs by Son House, Robert Johnson, Elmore James and more in this 5-star show!

"These three guys are the real deal and this show is an absolute gem!" - Kryztoff Raw

"A must-see show" - Glam Adelaide 

TIX - $35/30 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective - Ukes of many colours

After 13 sellout seasons, the WUCs are back with a whole new show! As always, they'll be busting out their ukuleles, voluptuous vocals, heartfelt harmonies, rock distortion & some big-ass bass. This year's theme is 'Ukes of many colours' - a selection of songs from all over the rainbow.

★★★★★ 2023 Adelaide Fringe Winner - Best Music.

The Wheatsheaf Ukulele Collective (WUC), is a friendly gathering of like-minded folks who share an appreciation of the most tropical of instruments, the ukulele. They have been having a rockin' great time over the years playing their unique interpretation of a huge range of classic (and not so classic) hits & selling out every show! Not to be missed! 

TIX - $45 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)

Dzeng Sane - World Matters

Bortier Okoe & El Noni have teamed up to deliver an enigmatic inter-cultural experience. African  and South America. A wondrous night of polyrhythms and mellifluous melodies. "Dzeng Sane" - World Matters. 

Bortier Okoe is a Ghanaian musician renown  for his high energy musical performance, will be introducing his latest releases that his been busy in the studio recording songs and video clips.

El Noni is a Chilean charango and guitar modern folklorist pushing the boundaries of tradition and modernism, a blend of the past dressed in the now.

Come for a night of inter-cultural madness at the "Tin Shed" The Wheaty as we know it. Enjoy the best of what a diverse Adelaide can offer from local "Wheaty" craft beers to local arts and food.

Dzeng Sane Pronounced "Djen Sanne".

Bortier Okoe & El Noni 

TIX - $30/20 ON THE DOOR (IF AVAILABLE)