Bird's Basement

03/06/2026

The Jazz Alchemists return to Bird’s Basement with Albare, Phil Rex, Dave Beck, Salva Persico and Mat Jodrell diving headfirst into improvisation without a safety net.

Built on years of chemistry and sharp musical instinct, the band moves between explosive interplay, deep grooves and unexpected turns — all unfolding live in the moment.

No two sets are ever the same. Especially when Salva takes a solo!

Wed, 10 June - Secure your seat now.
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02/06/2026

Spirit brings The Santana Experience to Bird’s Basement with Alex Buick, Germán Silva Music, Ryan Menezes, Rodrigo Bustos, Elian Sellanes, Salva Persico and Michael Carmona delivering a set packed with Latin grooves, soaring guitar lines and serious rhythmic drive.

From Oye Como Va and Black Magic Woman to Europa and Smooth, the band channels the energy, soul and musicianship that made Santana’s catalogue iconic across generations.

Fri, 5 June - Book now.
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01/06/2026

Alma Zygier returns to Bird’s Basement this Thursday with a band built for tension, groove and raw musical instinct.

Joined by Freyja Hooper, Gideon Preiss, Lachlan Mitchell and Dan Witton, Alma moves between jazz and blues with a voice that can feel intimate one moment and completely unrestrained the next.

Thu, 4 June - Reserve now.
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01/06/2026

The Harmonix Experience returns to Bird’s Basement with Albare, Jake Mason, Phil Rex, Andrew Swann, Paul Williamson and Salva Persico bringing together jazz, funk, acid jazz and improvisation in one seriously groove-heavy set.

Built around instinct and interaction, the band lets each performance unfold in real time — driven by Hammond, percussion, deep rhythm pockets and players who know exactly how to push the energy forward.

Wed, 3 June - Book now.
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31/05/2026

This week at Bird's Basement:

Wednesday 3: The Harmonix Experience opens the week with Albare, Jake Mason, Phil Rex, Andrew Swann, Paul Williamson and Salva Persico driving a set built on funk, improvisation and deep groove.

Thursday 4: Alma Zygier follows with a voice that cuts between raw intensity and restraint.

Friday 5: Spirit brings The Santana Songbook to life with Latin rhythms, soaring guitar work and a packed dancefloor energy.

Saturday 6: Lisa Mio & Wild Dreamers celebrate the timeless catalogue of Linda Ronstadt — only a few tickets left.

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31/05/2026

30/05/2026

Join ARIA Award–winning singer, songwriter and performer Andrew De Silva for an intimate night of soul, stories and unforgettable music.

Best known as member of the platinum-selling group CDB and the smash hit Let’s Groove, Andrew has spent decades captivating audiences with his signature blend of R&B, soul and heartfelt songwriting. Winning Australia’s Got Talent in 2012 his powerful voice and smooth presence have earned him a reputation as one of Australia’s most respected soul artists.
In this special show, Andrew takes audiences on a musical journey through the R&B classics that shaped him as an artist, paying tribute to the heavyweights of R&B including Maxwell, Prince, D’Angelo and more.

Alongside these timeless favourites, Andrew will also perform original songs from his own catalogue. Music that has established him as a highly respected songwriter and performer both in Australia and internationally.

With world-class musicianship, soulful storytelling and songs that move the heart, the night promises to hit all those feels.

A perfect night out for lovers of great music, timeless R&B and authentic soul.

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

29/05/2026

Songs of social and political unrest, of contemplation and reflection. Songs of longing, questioning, and love. From the satirical and tongue-in-cheek to the heart-achingly tender, the music of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel forms the inspiration for Melbourne band Feelin' Groovy, led by jazz vocalist and singer-songwriter, Helen Catanchin. A lifelong fan of the folk-rock duo's gorgeous harmonies and poetic lyrics, Catanchin has arranged their most well-loved works for this outstanding 6-piece jazz ensemble.

Joined by the gorgeous jazz singer Clancye Milne, together these two storytellers bring the iconic duo's music to life, with the help of some of Melbourne's most renowned and accomplished jazz musicians: Sam Lemann and Craig Fermanis (guitars), Philip Rex (double bass) and Ryan Menezes (drums).

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

29/05/2026

Steve Sedergreen returns to Bird’s Basement alongside James Clark, Rod Gilbert, Jacki Gaudion, Ash Gaudion and Toby Mak for a night shaped by deep musical connection and decades of jazz experience.

From blues-soaked vocals to expressive trumpet lines and rhythm sections that know exactly how to hold a groove, this is a band built on feel, interaction and serious musicianship.

Fri, 3 July - Book now.
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28/05/2026

NichaudFitzgibbon returns with Songs for Lovers — an evening shaped by jazz ballads, bossa grooves and timeless songs drawn from the Great American Songbook and beyond.

Joined by David Allardice, Hugh Stuckey, Phil Rex and Andrew Swann, the set leans into elegance, subtle phrasing and the kind of musicianship that lets every song breathe.

Thu, 25 June - Reserve now.
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