The King Of Tonga

02/08/2025

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06/07/2025

To quote a certain greasepaint smothered quartet, you wanted the best and you got it! And now at the slightly later time of 5pm-7.30pm.

Yes The King of Tonga and I Love it Live proudly present two stars of Philip G's Open Mic in their own gig! And this week its 'Acoustic Cafe' in format.

Visiting (from the UK) Guitarist/songwriter Isaac Miller has been wowing all who encounter him with his stunning unplugged originals and covers and is a must see/hear for those who love virtuoso acoustic guitar.

Andy Fillmore is a Melbourne based singer / songwriter who impressed with his initial BoOM performance. Since the release of his debut album “Under a blood moon” Andy has been captivating audiences across venues in and around Melbourne. Join Andy performing tunes from his E.P “Passing notes” as well as playing songs from his debut album, plus a unique take on some crowd favorites.

Come along and support these emerging artists as they continue their journey earning paid gigs.
Why not ensure your spot by reserving a table at https://www.thekingoftonga.com.au/ ?
👑🏝🎤🪜

05/07/2025

Its a cruisey, bluesy, New Orleansy Saturday Session and its coming to you live and free this evening.

Yes our cool Saturday Sunset Session returns with the uber talented jazz/blues star on keys and vox accompanied by crack players of New Orleans style jazz and blues. This evening ol mate and multi-talent Ash Gaudion joins the party.

Come on down 6-830 and enjoy free! Better still book a table. 🙂
Or come down early for our Happy Hour 1-4!
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04/07/2025

Locals are (still) raving about our live music lineup and who are we to stop them?

🎷🎹 Tomorrow evening 6-830 we welcome back local star of the jazz/blues scene (vox/keys) with special guest Ash Gaudion blowing some sax and vox.

💥Then Sunday at the slightly later time of 5-730 we present our next installment of BoOM - Best of Open Mic with a special encore performance from the soulful Andrew Fillmore with some friends from ACF Trio accompanying him from 630. Opening the evening will be the amazing acoustic guitar picking of our next Open Mic graduate Isaac Miller.

🎤Wed night Philip G's Open Mic returns to inspire and delight with a selection of emerging performers. Rock on in to enjoy or register to play at: https://bit.ly/4hMPIz5

🍺🍷🍹And all sessions are preceded by our popular Happy Hours.

We can't wait to see you at one or more sessions!
👑🏝🎼

02/07/2025

Yes it's Winter's hump-month but that won't stop us providing you Elwood's best entertainment lineup all through July. And all completely free of admission!

Rock on in and warm the cockles of your.... well everything!

We can't wait to see you.
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01/07/2025

Last chance to book your chance to strut our small stage tonight!

Come try out your tunes or renditions in front of a supportive audience and put yourself in front of bookers for paid gigs.

And now all performers go into the running to appear for a paid performance on a new session 'The Best of Open Mic' on Sunday evenings!

Or just come down and enjoy the tunes and bonhomie. Hosted by longtime local and booking agent Craig Reardon.

This is a live session so backing tracks for original compositions only thank you.

To register, add your name to the preferred 15 min slot at this link. But please ensure best you can you are going to be available as cancellations disrupt the program and can deny another the opportunity to perform. https://bit.ly/4hMPIz5

A menu has a selection of yum food and there is plenty of free parking outside venue and adjoining streets. Scott St is the most reliable for parking. The 67 Carnegie tram drops you a block from the King.
Why not come down early and enjoy our Happy Hour 4-7?

Who is Philip Goslin? Apart from being a talented and dedicated contributor to our Open Mic, he also became a supportive and enthusiastic friend who was easily the participant who stayed the longest and supported others every week. Sadly he passed unexpectedly early in 2024 and the least we could do was dedicate our Open Mic to his memory.

Format: 15 min slots delivered via house PA with multi-mixer and two mics..
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29/06/2025

UPDATE: Poor Birdgirl has clipped a wing so can't perform today so previous BoOMer .black_music and his Nashville-tinged unplugged bangers has kindly stepped up at short notice to fill for her prior to the amazing Sierra Lam.

The King of Tonga and I Love it Live proudly present two stars of Philip G's Open Mic in their own gig! And this week its 'Indie Chix III' in format. And one not to be missed.

So amazing were Birdgirl's soulful folk tunes recently we've invited her back, while 15 YO Sierra Lam wowed everyone within hearing range with her stunning folky originals So amazing were Birdgirl's soulful folk tunes recently we've invited her back, while 15 YO Sierra Lam wowed everyone within hearing range with her stunning folky originals and covers.

Together they both make for a wonderful session showcasing two amazing local performers.

Come along and support these emerging artists as they continue their journey from Garage 2 Gig.

Why not ensure your spot by reserving a table at https://www.thekingoftonga.com.au/ ?

Or arrive early 1-4 and enjoy our ever-popular Happy Hour specials.
👑🏝🎤🪜

28/06/2025

Our cool Saturday Sunset Session returns this very evening with the uber talented jazz/blues star Jules Boult on keys and vox accompanied by crack players of New Orleans style jazz and blues. This evening its Ben Gillespie and Ash Gaudion!

Come on down 6-830 and enjoy free! Better still book a table. 🙂

Or come down early for our Happy Hour 1-4!
👑🏝🎹

27/06/2025

With the stormy weather behind us, it's plain sailing ahead for our live music program!

🎷🎹 Tomorrow evening we welcome back local star of the jazz/blues scene (vox/keys) with special guests!

💥Then Sunday 4-630 we present our next installment of BoOM - Best of Open Mic with a special encore performance from the awesome, soulful and introducing the extraordinary singer/songwriter/guitar talents of 15YO who simply needs to be witnessed to be believed.

🎤Wed night Open Mic returns to inspire and delight with a selection of emerging performers. Rock on in to enjoy or register to play at: https://bit.ly/4hMPIz5

🍺🍷🍹And all sessions are preceded by our popular Happy Hours.

We can't wait to see you at one or more sessions!
👑🏝🎼

26/06/2025

The godawful wintry weather last night didn't deter these brave Open Mice and they warmed the room with their awesome performances:

(ahead of her encore performance at The Best of Open Mic Sunday 4-630)black_music
(also performing Sunday at BoOM!)
Michael Mackenzie
Cinda Darling

Ella
Matt

No matter the weather, we'll do it all again next Wed 7-10 so musos register your timeslot at:
https://bit.ly/4hMPIz5

Or rock on in free and enjoy the tunes.
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25/06/2025

Baby its cold outside but not so in the King of Tonga's hallowed halls where Open Mic will continue to warm your soul and soles.

Still slots available to play or rock in to enjoy awesome performances free!

Register to play at: https://bit.ly/4hMPIz5
👑🏝🎤

22/06/2025

Another super Sunday session awaits you this afternoon!

The King of Tonga and I Love it Live proudly present two stars of Philip G's Open Mic in their own gig! And this week its 'Cover My World' in format.

BGW will keep your toes a tapping with his soulful renditions of bangers from four decades while Rich n Kellie have earned themselves an encore performance with their killer versions of unplugged pop and rock hits.

Together they both make for a wonderful session showcasing two amazing local performers.
Come along and support these emerging artists as they continue their journey from Garage 2 Gig.

Why not ensure your spot by reserving a table at https://www.thekingoftonga.com.au/ ?
Or arrive early 1-4 and enjoy our ever-popular Happy Hour specials.
👑🏝💥