Blues in the Basement

07/06/2026

EVERY THURSDAY in JUNE
MATT DWYER & THE MAGNATONES - Residency
9pm til 11pm

Don't miss Jump Blues master, Matt Dwyer & his swinging Trio, bringing bangin choons and irresistible grooves to the Basement, every Thursday!

Last week went off! 3 more to go. Get down!

$6 entry
9pm til 11pm
Walk-ins welcome
Groups (10+) via [email protected]

Beneath Driver Lane - Purveyors of Fine Booze and Blues

06/06/2026

At Beneath Driver Lane we feature Solo Artists each weekend from 9pm, before the band takes the stage. Coming up next Friday, Ben J. Carter will play a set of upbeat Roots tunes, followed Saturday, by Kier Stevens bringing home-brewed Blues to the Basement. Both artists play Resonator and Lapsteel, so either way, you're set for a great start to a fun night! Get down!

Details:
FRIDAY
PHIL COYNE & THE WAYWARD ACES w/ Ben J Carter
SATURDAY
KEALY HAMMOND COMBO FT CAM WALTER w/ Kier Stevens

9pm til LATE
$8 Entry
Walk-ins welcome
Groups (10+) via [email protected]
BENEATH DRIVER LANE - Purveyors of Fine Booze and Blues

06/06/2026

JUNE is here, and there's no better place to be than the Basement!!

Whether it's classic Chicago, down-home Delta or soulful N'Orleans style, we've got all the Blues you need for good times!

First Friday of Winter sees Cold Snap blowing in with red hot Blues to warm your spirits! 🔥 Followed Saturday by the launch of new band Black Mud - not to be missed!

Always a crowd favourite, Phil Coyne and The Wayward Aces know how to party!

Liam Kealy is back for the first of three Hammond Combo shows with special guests, this month Cam Walter!

Andy McGarvie delivers a funky trio show, and The Maskell Love Band bring a feast of tasty tunes from their new album!

Last but not least, we welcome rockin-hot Blues band Catch 23, finishing the month with NOLA vibes from ISEULA!

And to top it all off, Matt Dwyer delivers swingin Jump Blues every Thursday, so don't forget your dancing shoes!

See you in the Basement, Beneath Driver Lane !

06/06/2026

TONIGHT!!

06/06/2026

Get down to the only dedicated Blues Bar in town!

05/06/2026

Delighted to be included!

Thirsty? Consider this your ultimate 2026 guide to the best drinking spots in Melbourne. Read the full list at the link in comments 👇

05/06/2026

T.K. Reeve & Kier Stevens together on stage?
Let's do it again soon!

05/06/2026

TONIGHT!! JUNE 5TH
COLD SNAP w/ Andy McGarvie
9PM til LATE

Cold Snap have been igniting crowds with their high-energy blend of blues, funk, soul, and R&B since 2007. Led by dynamic duo JOE & SONIA VALENTI, this powerhouse 6-piece deliver unforgettable live shows full of passion, groove, and musical fire! Get down early to catch Andy McGarvie playing a funky solo set from 9pm.

$8 on the door
Walk-ins welcome
Group Bookings (10+) via [email protected]

Beneath Driver Lane - Purveyors of Fine Booze and Blues