Bird's Basement

Bird's Basement The Jazz Corner of the World has now extended to Melbourne
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07/09/2026

Steve Sedergreen has spent decades as a fixture of Melbourne jazz — not just as a pianist and arranger, but as a bandleader, educator and mentor.

At Bird’s Basement, he brings together James Clark, Rod Gilbert, Jacki Gaudion, Ash Gaudion and Toby Mak, with special guest George Washingmachine on violin.

Seven musicians with serious history between them, playing jazz the way it works best: collectively and in the moment.

Fri, 18 September - Reserve now.
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07/09/2026

ARIA-nominated Jake Mason Trio bring their new album The Modern Ark to Bird’s Basement.

Jake Mason (Hammond), James Sherlock (guitar) and Danny Fischer (drums) deliver deep-grooving soul-jazz, drawing on the classic organ tradition with a distinctly contemporary edge.

“Pushing the boundaries of soul jazz... a scintillating killer of epic proportions” — Blues & Soul, UK

Thu, 17 September — Reserve now.
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This week at Bird's Basement:Wednesday 9 September — The Harmonix ExperienceAlbare, Jake Mason, Phil Rex, Andrew Swann, ...
07/09/2026

This week at Bird's Basement:

Wednesday 9 September — The Harmonix Experience
Albare, Jake Mason, Phil Rex, Andrew Swann, Paul Williamson and Salva Persico blur the lines between jazz, acid jazz and funk, letting groove and improvisation lead the way.

Thursday 10 September — One of These Nights: The Eagles Acoustic Tribute
The Eagles songbook stripped back to the essentials: acoustic guitar, keys and those unmistakable vocal harmonies.

Friday 11 September — Super Boogie Band
Seven players, five lead vocalists and a set built for the dance floor. Disco, funk and soul from the golden age of the ’70s.

Saturday 12 September — Grand W***o Kings of Soul: Soul In The City
Celebrating 45 years, Grand W***o return with their big-band take on the music of Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Ray Charles, Tina Turner and more.

Book now.
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Superband

05/09/2026

Don’t miss an unforgettable intimate night of raw emotion, fire, and soul as two extraordinary visiting artists from Andalusia, the cradle of flamenco in southern Spain, bring the true spirit of this deeply rooted art form to life.

At the heart of the evening is guitar virtuoso Paco Lara, one of the leading Spanish flamenco artists in Australia. Born in Jerez de la Frontera—the birthplace of flamenco—he carries the depth, tradition, and intensity of pure Andalusian expression in every note he plays.

Joining him is the passionate Spanish dancer Deya Miranda, who embodies flamenco in its most expressive form. Through movement filled with emotion, strength, and vulnerability, she transforms the stage into a living story.

Together at Bird’s Basement, they unveil a flamenco journey of love, tension, and longing—where guitar and dance unfold through rhythm, silence, fire, and breath.

A rare encounter. A pure flamenco experience. A night where music and movement become one.

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

04/09/2026

SOUL CHISEL PRESENTS SOUL35

A celebration of 35yrs of Australia's No.1 Album SOUL DEEP... plus classic hits from Jimmy Barnes and Cold Chisel

SOUL CHISEL embodies the true essence of Jimmy Barnes, taking audiences on an electrifying journey through the Soul Years, Jimmy’s solo career, and of course Cold Chisel.

With Steve Cal channelling the raw energy and soulful charisma of Jimmy Barnes, audiences are in for an unforgettable experience, every note resonates with passion and authenticity.

SOUL CHISEL isn’t just a tribute band, it’s a celebration of one of Australia’s most iconic voices and the timeless music he has created over the decades.

Prepare to be transported back to the heart of Australian rock’n’roll as Steve Cal and an incredible band of great musicians delivers powerhouse performances that honours the legacy of Jimmy Barnes and Cold Chisel.

Steve Cal - Lead Vocals

Robbi Zana - Bass Guitar / Vocals

Paul Gales - Lead Guitar / Vocals

Dave Sellick - Drums / Vocals

Adrian Sorgini - Keyboards

Lex Tier - Trombone

Mark Franklin - Saxophone

Timor Gyapjas - Trumpet

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

04/09/2026

Elly Poletti music takes on the music of Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Amy Winehouse and Adele, reworking their catalogues through jazz, blues and funk rather than simply recreating the originals.

Backed by Alex Spicer, Russell Tay, Owen Downie and Patrick Langdon, The A List puts the songs — and the voices that made them famous — under a different light.

Thu, 24 September - Booknow.
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03/09/2026

Ray Charles never stayed in one lane. Gospel, blues, jazz, country and soul all became part of the same musical language.

Andrew Swann and the Melbourne Jazz Collective revisit that songbook with an eight-piece lineup featuring piano, guitars and a four-piece horn section.

Not an imitation, but a swinging interpretation of one of the most influential catalogues in American music.

Sat, 26 September - Reserve now.
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Forty-five years is a long time to keep a band moving. Grand W***o Kings of Soul has spent it keeping big-band soul aliv...
03/09/2026

Forty-five years is a long time to keep a band moving. Grand W***o Kings of Soul has spent it keeping big-band soul alive in Melbourne.

For Soul In The City, 13 musicians and singers take on the horn-driven sound of Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Gladys Knight, Earth, Wind & Fire and more.

Big arrangements, deep grooves and a band that’s been doing it since 1981.

Sat, 12 September - Book now.
https://tickets.birdsbasement.com/4/?x=EV6a3495eac25624.28541613&

***o

02/09/2026

Following sold-out Piano Men shows, Superband returns with Super Boogie Band, a seven-piece digging into the disco, funk and soul of the ’70s.

Five lead vocalists, a serious rhythm section and plenty of reasons to stay out of your seat.

Fri, 11 September - Book now.
https://tickets.birdsbasement.com/4/?x=EV6a6725612599b9.44010704&

02/09/2026

The Hammond organ has a long history in soul-jazz. Jake Mason Trio isn’t interested in simply recreating it.

On The Modern Ark, Mason, guitarist James Sherlock and drummer Danny Fischer take the warmth and groove of the classic organ trio and push it somewhere contemporary.

Recorded live to tape in Melbourne, the album moves between deep pocket, improvisation and analogue grit without losing sight of the song.

Old machinery. New ideas.

Thu, 17 September - Reserve now.
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