DRIFT: Music for Public Spaces

Thirty five performances. Ten days. Seven townships across the Peninsula.

DRIFT: Music in Public Spaces curates some of the Peninsula’s best and brightest emerging musicians to intervene in our urban spaces to shape and connect our experiences.  With a focus on showcasing a diverse and exciting array of musical styles and genres, these artists tell the stories of their Peninsula’s pasts, presents and futures, interacting with audiences and environments as our streets become their stages.  Some moments drift and others make us drift. Which will this be?  

Dixie Rhythm Kings
Dixie Rhythm Kings a local trio playing traditional jazz in the New Orleans style. The group feature popular tunes from the 1920s and 1930s.
Baker Boys, 1065 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud VIC 3939
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Friday, April 21, 2023
Ganga Giri
Ganga Giri creates red natural elements with fat tribal beats and dirty funky bass lines to create a unique tribal-technological deep earth dance experience.
Westernport Basketball Stadium, Somerville Recreation and Community Centre, 14 Edward St, Somerville VIC 3912
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Friday, April 21, 2023
Lily Clancy
Lily Clancy is a young woman who found her voice at a young age, coloured by her personal struggles. Her music promises to spark a flame, inspiring her listeners to celebrate and confront their own journey; the powerful, the scary, the beautiful, and the often ugly emotions that live within every human soul.
Shop Ate, 8/87 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
2:00 pm
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3:30 pm
Friday, April 21, 2023
The Ninch Jazz All Stars
The Ninch Jazz All Stars bring you some groove to make your feet move, some sweet melody to lift your ears and carry you away to a land of golden harmony.
Roving - Eramosa Rd, Somerville
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Friday, April 21, 2023
2 Minutes Apart
2 Minutes Apart is a harmonic indie pop duo based in the Mornington Peninsula. Their debut single ’24/7’ was the starting image for the band, with their EP ‘05’ and recent single ‘Miss Pathetic’ closely following behind.
Beach-Hut Cafe, 55 High St, Hastings VIC 3915
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Friday, April 21, 2023
Brothers Harvest
Brothers Harvest play certified organic blues balms to soothe all ailments. Original music, blues, folk, alt country and occasional groove explosions
The Sandbar Cafe, 104 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
11:45 am
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1:00 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Cassie & Scott
We are Cassie & Scott Duo. Our style is soul, funk & pop music with a set list comprised of both relaxed and party songs. We both hold a Bachelor of Applied Music and have extensive experience in music performance.
1001 Nights Restaurant and Cafe, Unit 3/86 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
11:00 am
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12:30 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Fast 59
Fast 59 are a three piece rock n roll band from Melbourne ,Australia. forming in 2016 we cover songs from the 50s to 70s, some of the artists we cover are , elvis ,beatles, the troggs ,chuck berry.
Dominos Hastings, 95 High St, Hastings VIC 3915
11:00 am
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12:30 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Fairy Floss
Get ready to groove with Fairy Floss, the fun and funky singing and dancing fairy! With her infectious energy and vibrant personality, she will have the whole family on their feet, singing and dancing along to the beat.
Rosebud Main Street, Roving
12:00 pm
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2:00 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Owen Thomas
Local singer songwriter weaves country, folk and blues. Always returning to songs with strong story telling at it's heart.
Beach-Hut Cafe, 55 High St, Hastings VIC 3915
11:00 am
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12:30 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Sunny Moo
Sunny Moo is an indie singer/songwriter from Melbourne, Australia. With many different influences, and a bit of guidance from the voices in their head, Sunny Moo's music is a mystery mix-bag of goodness!
Napier Street Plaza, Rye
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
The Hidden Charms
The Hidden Charms is an audio adventure into the creative songwriter journey of Diddy Reyes calling forth the high octane energy of 60s Rockabilly and surf Rock adventures.
Napier St Plaza, Rye
12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
The Calmer Miles
The Calmer Miles are a dynamic acoustic duo, performing an eclectic mix of flavoursome originals and covers ranging from folk to pop and rock. Kev and Dee are distinctively fresh and vibrant, leaving their audiences feeling happy with a serve of extra bubbles!!
Baker Boys Cafe, 1065 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud VIC 3939
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Ed Moon - God's Angels
A powerhouse Gen Z fusion of Leon Bridges and H.E.R, Ed is a seasoned performer, first honing his craft as a busker.
Gods Kitchen, 53 Barkly St, Mornington VIC 3931
3:40 pm
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4:20 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Maxon - God's Angels
MAXON’s career has seen her perform alongside some of Australia's favourite artists including Alex Lahey, Angie McMahon, Kerryn Fields, Eilish Gilligan, Ella Hooper (at MOTH International Women's Day), Kylie Auldist and many more.
Gods Kitchen, 53 Barkly St, Mornington VIC 3931
1:00 pm
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1:40 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Mathilde Anne - God's Angels
When artist Mathilde Anne tells her story, you know she’s speaking for you too. Whether in haunting beauty, or lyrically shooting from the hip, Mathilde speaks her mind.
Gods Kitchen, 53 Barkly St, Mornington VIC 3931
2:20 pm
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3:00 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Rhythm Unites
Rhythm Unites specialises in the African drum called the djembe. Bringing Cultural Education to life through drumming for people of all ages, nationalities and abilities.
Dominos, 95 High St, Hastings VIC 3915
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2023
The Whisky Gypsies
The Whisky Gypsies style ‘Celtic and Colonial folk-inspired rootsy music‘ blends ominous, virtuosic instrumentals to add new interpretations to popular contemporary acoustic tunes.
Red Hill Bushland Reserve, Playground
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Velvet Bloom - Duo
Velvet Bloom’s music speaks to the spirit with an oozing honey pot of silky vocals, lush soundscapes and raw emotion. Fusing delicate songwriting with a luscious and vibrant soul sound that can fill any venue.
Gods Kitchen, 53 Barkly St, Mornington VIC 3931
5:00 pm
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5:40 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Breanne Peters
Breanne has a passion for her Māori culture and incorporates this in her songwriting. Many of her songs are in Te Reo Maori, the indigenous language of New Zealand. She also includes native instruments in her songs
Baker Boys, Point Nepean Road, Rosebud
10:00 am
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11:30 am
Monday, April 24, 2023
Coco Michelle
Music has been my life, starting out with musical theatre and dancing, ending up on a journey through folk and alternative music and slowly finding my way to pop music (Of the indie kind)
The Grand Morningtn, 124 Main St, Mornington VIC 3931
10:00 am
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11:30 am
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Holly Hebe + Jack Burmesiter
Holly Hebe is a 21 year old music producer/ singer songwriter from the Mornington Peninsula, whose love for piano and poetry allows her to pen beautifully personal and enchanting stories that combine elements of jazz, soft rock and indie pop.
Empire Mall, 2 Empire St, Mornington VIC 3931
12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Louise Turnbull
Louise participated in the Melbourne Youth Orchestra ensemble programs since age 7 on various instruments including violin, viola, flute and piccolo. She has since been both principal viola and concertmaster of the flagship orchestra.
Empire Mall, 2 Empire St, Mornington VIC 3931
10:00 am
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11:00 am
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Mietta
Mietta is an acoustic indie-folk singer-songwriter based on our beautiful Peninsula we call home. Her music captures the essence of our coastal region and the tight-knit community that surrounds her.
Main Street, Mornington Location TBC
10:30 am
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12:30 pm
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Matt Katsis
Matt Katsis has emerged into an alternative singer-songwriter & guitarist with an individual edge; continuing that affinity toward the guitar, a partnership going strong two decades on from when he set his sights on that 6-string.
Beach-Hut Cafe, 55 High St, Hastings VIC 3915
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Friday, April 28, 2023
Sage Marie
Sage Marie is an up and coming teen singer songwriter who started writing songs and taught herself the ukulele during the Melbourne lockdowns to help with her mental health.
Subway, 97 High Street, Hastings
10:00 am
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11:00 am
Friday, April 28, 2023
Itchy Feet
The Itchy Feet Pep Band are Melbourne’s premier professional pep band. Operating for over 30 years, The Itchy Feet Pep Band is renowned for it’s entertaining and crowd engaging performances across Australia.
Rosebud Main Street - Roving
12:00 pm
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2:00 pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Men In Suits
Men In Suits specialises in uninvited appearances in unexpected places at unscheduled times singing inappropriate songs to unsuspecting audiences. A band of brothers – many in number, grey of hair and long of tooth.
Hastings Main Street, Roving
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Nick + Amina
Nick and Amina are an acoustic covers duo, bringing new life to old favourites with a unique blend of vocals
Baker Boys, 1065 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud VIC 3939
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023
The Warrains
The Warrains have been playing for over 15 years now, blending their original songs with well known covers. Kelly and Chris perform a mix of acoustic/folk/alt country loveliness.
1001 Nights Restaurant and Cafe, Unit 3/86 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
11:00 am
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12:30 pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023
The Soul Rangers
‘The Soul Rangers’ are the dynamic couple Lennie & Chris, a duo whose passion and energy for performing vintage blues and soul is endless.
Sandbar, 104 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
10:00 am
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11:15 am
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Westernport Regional Band
Our local Mornington Peninsula big band
Domino's, 95 High St, Hastings VIC 3915
1:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Heidi Louise Luckhurst
With a wealth of talent from her Mornington Peninsula musical family. Heidi brings her own songwriting, vocals and guitarist achievements to fruition.
Ducky Brown Cafe, 10/17 Eramosa Rd W, Somerville VIC 3912
10:30 am
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12:30 pm
Sunday, April 30, 2023
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