Bird's Basement

Bird's Basement The Jazz Corner of the World has now extended to Melbourne
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01/09/2026

The Harmonix Experience brings together Albare, Jake Mason, Phil Rex, Andrew Swann, Paul Williamson and Salva Persico, drawing from jazz, acid jazz, funk and rock without settling neatly into any of them.

Each set starts with a loose framework. From there, six musicians follow the groove wherever it goes.

Wed, 9 September - Reserve now.
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31/08/2026

Born in Jerez de la Frontera, Paco Lara - Flamenco Guitarist brings the Andalusian flamenco tradition to Bird’s Basement alongside Spanish dancer Deya Miranda.

Guitar and dance meet in a performance built around rhythm, improvisation and the constant exchange between musician and dancer.

Sat, 5 September - Reserve now.
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In 1991, Jimmy Barnes stepped outside rock and made Soul Deep — a record that went straight to No. 1 and became one of t...
31/08/2026

In 1991, Jimmy Barnes stepped outside rock and made Soul Deep — a record that went straight to No. 1 and became one of the defining albums of his solo career.

SOUL35 marks its 35th anniversary, with Steve Callanan and an eight-piece band moving through Soul Deep, Barnes’ solo years and the Cold Chisel catalogue.

Fri, 4 September - Book now.
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This week at Bird's Basement:Wednesday 2 September — The Jazz Alchemists Albare, Phil Rex, Dave Beck, Salva Persico and ...
31/08/2026

This week at Bird's Basement:

Wednesday 2 September — The Jazz Alchemists
Albare, Phil Rex, Dave Beck, Salva Persico and Mat Jodrell build the music in real time, with improvisation setting the course.

Thursday 3 September — The Burt Bacharach Songbook
Wendy Stapleton, Bobby Valentine, Ally Mac and Lauren Elizabeth revisit one of pop’s great catalogues, from Walk On By to The Look of Love.

Friday 4 September — Soul Chisel presents SOUL35
Thirty-five years after Soul Deep hit No. 1, Steve Callanan and an eight-piece band celebrate Jimmy Barnes’ soul years alongside classics from his solo career and Cold Chisel.

Saturday 5 September — Paco Lara Presents: Flamenco Stories
Jerez-born guitarist Paco Lara and Spanish dancer Deya Miranda bring Andalusian flamenco to the stage in a performance built around rhythm, movement and improvisation.

Book now.
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29/08/2026

BABBA is the most exciting and musically accurate tribute to ABBA in the world. In a spellbinding performance of all the hits, BABBA takes you on a musical journey that will have you on your feet uncontrollably.

Since 1994, BABBA has performed all over Australia, Asia, and New Zealand to sold-out audiences and rave reviews. Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha, and Frida have returned (with the help of a cryogenic freezer and some cosmetic surgery) to transport you back to the 70s with a show full of humour, great costumes, Swedish accents, and fun-filled dance floor action.

With spine-tingling harmonies and a band that will rock your socks off, BABBA is simply the best night out in town.

BABBA is the only ABBA tribute band in the world to have performed for Benny Andersson — a moment that remains one of their proudest achievements.

BABBA had the privilege of performing for Mr Benny Andersson in December 2019 at the Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong in front of 20,000 people. Benny watched from near the front of the stage, and afterwards came up to congratulate the band, kissing the girls, shaking hands with the boys, and saying, "That was wonderful." He pointed to our "Benny" and said with a wink, "I like the way you look."

We chatted for five minutes and had photos taken with the paparazzi. BABBA is the only tribute band in the world to have performed for Benny Andersson himself — an incredible honour and a true endorsement of the quality of the show.

Band members:
Michael Ingvarson
Susie King
Jacqui Hamilton
Jacob Diamond
Ben Ingvarson

For tickets to upcoming shows, visit: https://birdsbasement.com

28/08/2026

The Jazz Alchemists bring together Albare, Phil Rex, Dave Beck, Salva Persico and Mat Jodrell for a set shaped in real time — ideas passed between five players and taken wherever the music leads.

Jazz without a predetermined destination.

Wed, 2 September - Reserve now.
https://tickets.birdsbasement.com/4/?x=EV6a68558e2a8340.93923270&

27/08/2026

Mark Wilkinson has built an international audience the old-fashioned way: strong songs and a lot of time on the road.

With more than 200 million streams and 80,000 physical records sold, the Australian singer-songwriter returns with Love and Loss, his latest album and the focus of a new run of Australian shows.

Following a recent tour with Katie Noonan, Wilkinson brings the record to Bird’s Basement this September.

New songs from an artist more than two decades into his craft.

Thu, 1 October - Book now.
https://tickets.birdsbasement.com/4/?x=EV6a58610f535486.41081114&

27/08/2026

Off The Leash Band is an 11-piece excitement machine, dedicated to performing the r&b/funk/soul classics of the renowned Oakland-based band, Tower of Power.

Formed in 1968, Tower of Power soon made an impact with their distinctive sound and repertoire. Among their hits: 'What Is Hip?', 'You’re Still A Young Man' and 'This Time It’s Real'. Tower Of Power has always been about the blend of convincing vocals, a driving groove, and horn section riffs that threaten to lift the ceiling.

Replicating such a precise yet powerful sound is not a challenge to be taken lightly. Off The Leash Band includes musicians who have worked in diverse bands like Reverend Funk, Big & H***y, Funk Fiction, Los Cabrones and Pickpocket. They have done their homework on the Tower of Power repertoire, and can’t wait to share the results. Are they ready to deliver? They’re off the leash!

In a much anticipated return, 'Off The Leash - Australia's Tower of Power Tribute Band' hitting the Bird's Basement stage bringing all the r&b/funk/soul classics from Tower of Power.

With Paul McVicar and Matt Hetherington on vocals, a killer horn section showcasing Steve Allan & Paddy McMullin on trumpet, Alex Howroyd & Andy O’Connell tenor sax & Brett Evans baritone sax, all backed by a formidable rhythm section featuring Dave Carter on keys, Neil Boland guitar & vocals, Craig Strain bass & Matthi Edwards on drums, Off The Leash will blow you out of your seats!!!

Band:

Paul McVicar (vocals)
Matt Hetherington (vocals)
Dave Carter (keyboards)
Craig Strain (bass)
Matthi Edwards (drums)
Neil Boland (guitar, vocals)
Steve Allan (trumpet)
Paddy McMullin (trumpet)
Alex Howroyd (tenor sax)
Andy O’Connell (tenor sax)
Brett Evans (baritone sax)

For tickets to upcoming shows, visit: https://birdsbasement.com

26/08/2026

Melbourne vocalist Jemma Cher brings jazz, gospel and R&B into sharp focus on her debut album Let’s Do It, pairing effortless tone with sophisticated new arrangements and an instinct for storytelling.

She’s joined live by Simon Starr, Jack Earle, Ebs Daramola and Joshua Moshe, with special guest Gideon Cher.

Sat, 19 September - Reserve now.
https://tickets.birdsbasement.com/4/?x=EV6a72c02b9c9521.38100599&

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Friday 6pm - 11:59pm
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