Music

Anna Smyrk
Sat November 30, 2024
With a voice described as ‘truly astonishing’ by Rolling Stone, Anna Smyrk is a powerful singer and songwriter from Australia. Her songs are indie-pop bombshells, pairing vulnerable lyrics with explosive arrangements and undeniable hooks. 2024 has already been a huge year for Anna, with highlights including official showcases at SXSW (Austin, Texas) and touring the US for the first time as well as…
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Ten Gallon Head
Sat October 5, 2024
Still riding on the back of their recently released second album, Love is Late To The Party, Melbourne’s Ten Gallon Head are bringing their keyboard-heavy powerpop, psychedelic, MOR, rock and roll mixture to Beechworth for the first time for two sets. Featuring songs by Guitarist/Singer Ben Mellonie, the band also features the multi-layered keyboard talents of Wez Prictor (Ash Naylor’s Spaceshi…
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William Alexander & Patrick Wilson
Fri October 11, 2024
Cattle camp crooner and balladeer, William Alexander brings his new album 'The Singing Stockman' to the Victorian stage. William, who makes his living as a stockman in the Central West region of NSW, sings with a maturity beyond his years. Having learned to sing harmonies in church with his father, music has always been in his blood. For lovers of Australian Country and Western music, this new …
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The Indigo Project
Sat October 12, 2024
Featuring members of My Left Boot and other local luminaries, The Indigo Project are an exciting new ensemble out of Beechworth/Stanley!…
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Tanswells Hotel Beechworth Street View
Thu October 17, 2024
Every month we hold an open jam session: BYO instruments!…
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Benny Williams
Fri October 18, 2024
One of our favourite songwriters returns to the pub. Don't miss Benny Williams, FREE IN THE FRONT BAR…
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Well Into Winter & Hugo Van Buuren
Sat October 19, 2024
Well Into Winter are coming home-ish to Beechworth for a mid-October Saturday night. Hugo van Buuren's coming too, with his new band, which is weird and beautiful. Free show, come along, have a Stanley Lager and a venison schnitzel and let's dance, or at least sway moodily.…
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Smoked Salmon (feat. Kim Salmon)
Thu October 24, 2024
Born into the isolation of the semi-industrial wastelands of 1950s outer suburban Perth, Kim Salmon clawed his way out of the swamp and onto the world stage in his bands, the Scientists, the Surrealists, and the Beasts of Bourbon. Often referred to as “The Godfather of Grunge” he is cited as a seminal influence on countless bands including Mudhoney, Nirvana, Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, The White …
Damned Sam & The Preachers
Fri October 25, 2024
Enjoy Americana-style electrified country boogie from Damned Sam & The Preachers! Hats and boots optional: a Damned Sam & The Preachers show isn't about the size of your belt buckle or the love of a plaid western shirt. You'll be in fine company when you come just as you are.…
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Liam Wright & General Mack’s Grapeshot
Sat October 26, 2024
Liam Wright is set to release his debut album “Old Flame” and is hitting the road to share it with you. Touring across East Coast capitals and regional venues with his full band and joined by special guests along the way. The singer-songwriter has formed a star studded band to back him, bringing an energetic and soul filling live show. The record includes some special artists such as Freya Jo…
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Torpedoes
Fri November 1, 2024
The first Friday of every month means Torpedoes! Come have a dance to their vintage 1950s-era rock ‘n’ roll, blues and more.…
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Oceans x Mayzie & Keaper
Sat November 2, 2024
Oceans are a five-piece shoegaze band from Naarm/Melbourne, Australia. With inspiration from ambient, new wave and 90’s dream pop, the heart of Oceans’ sound is a dedication to experimentation and timbre. Across Oceans’ breakthrough EP’s Come So Far, their collaborative effort with UK’s self-titled EP Wilt and debut LP “Dreamers in Dark Cities” they’ve landed support from Spotify’s Just Chill and …
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Open Mic (3-6pm)
Sun November 3, 2024
Our long-running monthly OPEN MIC returns the first Sunday arvo of every month! Come along and have a sing and/or strum.…
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Jungle Jim Smith
Fri November 8, 2024
Armed with a 3-string cigar box guitar, bottleneck slide, trusty 6-string and shed-built foot drums, Jungle Jim Smith is a one-man-electric-boogie-band based in the rolling hills of South Gippsland Prom Country. Delivering high-energy performances since 2021, Jungle Jim’s blend of up-tempo garage grooves and stompin’ blues sits somewhere between RL Burnside, ZZ Top and The Black Keys. Delivered w…
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Jed Cardwell
Sat November 9, 2024
Melbourne guitarist, singer and songwriter Jeb Cardwell has opened for legendary icons Steve Earle and Tony Joe White and plays guitar for acclaimed artist Kasey Chambers. In 2022, Jeb released his highly anticipated debut studio album 'My Friend Defiance’, hailed by Henry Wagons of DoubleJ radio as “One of the greatest albums of the year by an Australian artist”. Rhythms Magazine describes it as …
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Kingswood
Fri November 15, 2024
KINGSWOOD are an award-winning four-piece good-times country and good-times rock 'n' roll band from Melbourne, Australia. The release of HOME saw KINGSWOOD re-enter the ARIA Charts, debuting at #2 on the ARIA Australian Vinyl and #1 on the ARIA Australian Country charts – the latter of which stayed atop for an impressive 8 weeks in a row. With their record-breaking ‘Hometowns Tour’ taking in 10…
Anna Smyrk
Sat November 30, 2024

With a voice described as ‘truly astonishing’ by Rolling Stone, Anna Smyrk is a powerful singer and songwriter from Australia. Her songs are indie-pop bombshells, pairing vulnerable lyrics with explosive arrangements and undeniable hooks. 2024 has already been a huge year for Anna, with highlights including official showcases at SXSW (Austin, Texas) and touring the US for the first time as well as her second European tour. Anna’s recent EP was recorded in Nashville with award-winning producers Jake Finch and Collin Pastore (boygenius, Lucy Dacus).

The record explores themes of fight or flight, the push and pull of relationships. She’s toured widely around Australia and Europe, supporting artists like Birds of Tokyo and Tim Rogers and performing at festivals such as Port Fairy and Woodford. Described by Backseat Mafia UK as “a significant songwriter with an exceptional voice,” Anna Smyrk is a formidable artist on the rise. She is also in the studio currently recording her debut album.

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Ten Gallon Head
Sat October 5, 2024
Still riding on the back of their recently released second album, Love is Late To The Party, Melbourne’s Ten Gallon Head are bringing their keyboard-heavy powerpop, psychedelic, MOR, rock and roll mixture to Beechworth for the first time for two sets.
Featuring songs by Guitarist/Singer Ben Mellonie, the band also features the multi-layered keyboard talents of Wez Prictor (Ash Naylor’s Spaceship), Ewan McCartney (Snout) on drums and Damian Hooper (Henry Hugo/Little John) on bass.
The sets promise to be an eclectic showcase of sparkling pop hooks that are occasionally set off by improvisational flights of rocking fancy.
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William Alexander & Patrick Wilson
Fri October 11, 2024
Cattle camp crooner and balladeer, William Alexander brings his new album 'The Singing Stockman' to the Victorian stage.
William, who makes his living as a stockman in the Central West region of NSW, sings with a maturity beyond his years. Having learned to sing harmonies in church with his father, music has always been in his blood. For lovers of Australian Country and Western music, this new record by the young cattle camp crooner is sure to hit the spot. October 2024 sees the young singer trade his saddle for guitar and return to the stage after over 3 years away from live performances.
Aided by special performances from good friend and collaborator Patrick Wilson, these rare concert appearances are not to be missed.
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The Indigo Project
Sat October 12, 2024

Featuring members of My Left Boot and other local luminaries, The Indigo Project are an exciting new ensemble out of Beechworth/Stanley!

FREE ENTRY
Tanswells Hotel Beechworth Street View
Thu October 17, 2024

Every month we hold an open jam session: BYO instruments!

FREE ENTRY
Benny Williams
Fri October 18, 2024

One of our favourite songwriters returns to the pub. Don't miss Benny Williams, FREE IN THE FRONT BAR

FREE ENTRY
Well Into Winter & Hugo Van Buuren
Sat October 19, 2024
Well Into Winter are coming home-ish to Beechworth for a mid-October Saturday night. Hugo van Buuren's coming too, with his new band, which is weird and beautiful.
Free show, come along, have a Stanley Lager and a venison schnitzel and let's dance, or at least sway moodily.
FREE ENTRY
Smoked Salmon (feat. Kim Salmon)
Thu October 24, 2024

Born into the isolation of the semi-industrial wastelands of 1950s outer suburban Perth, Kim Salmon clawed his way out of the swamp and onto the world stage in his bands, the Scientists, the Surrealists, and the Beasts of Bourbon. Often referred to as “The Godfather of Grunge” he is cited as a seminal influence on countless bands including Mudhoney, Nirvana, Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, The White Stripes, Sonic Youth, The Drones and Spacemen 3. Internationally acclaimed, Kim Salmon has played with the likes The Stooges, Television, Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds, The Cramps, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, The Pop Group and even U2.

Kim sets out on this tour to showcase new music from his latest band, Smoked Salmon. Lead single "How Did They Ever Manage" is out now on Cheersquad Records from the forthcoming Smoked Salmon album.

Tickets are $20 + booking fee in advance, or $25 at the door.

Damned Sam & The Preachers
Fri October 25, 2024
Enjoy Americana-style electrified country boogie from Damned Sam & The Preachers! Hats and boots optional: a Damned Sam & The Preachers show isn't about the size of your belt buckle or the love of a plaid western shirt. You'll be in fine company when you come just as you are.
FREE ENTRY
Liam Wright & General Mack’s Grapeshot
Sat October 26, 2024
Liam Wright is set to release his debut album “Old Flame” and is hitting the road to share it with you. Touring across East Coast capitals and regional venues with his full band and joined by special guests along the way. The singer-songwriter has formed a star studded band to back him, bringing an energetic and soul filling live show.

The record includes some special artists such as Freya Josephine Hollick and most recently Queenie featuring on the single “Violet Town”. Liam’s sound is timeless with a sense of nostalgia drawing inspiration from artists such as Neil Young, and The War On Drugs. His delivery in lyrics and stage presence will give you goosebumps (the good kind), with songs that will bring you back to life in one short breath.

Free entry with support from General Mack's Grapeshot!
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Torpedoes
Fri November 1, 2024

The first Friday of every month means Torpedoes! Come have a dance to their vintage 1950s-era rock ‘n’ roll, blues and more.

FREE ENTRY
Oceans x Mayzie & Keaper
Sat November 2, 2024
Oceans are a five-piece shoegaze band from Naarm/Melbourne, Australia. With inspiration from ambient, new wave and 90’s dream pop, the heart of Oceans’ sound is a dedication to experimentation and timbre. Across Oceans’ breakthrough EP’s Come So Far, their collaborative effort with UK’s self-titled EP Wilt and debut LP “Dreamers in Dark Cities” they’ve landed support from Spotify’s Just Chill and Night Shift editorial playlists, features from Beat Magazine, Backseat Mafia and Trouble Juice, and played international shows at the New Colossus Showcase in New York City in early 2024 alongside tours of Australia & New Zealand in 2023.
Oceans return with a new brand of sonic experimentation in their new 10-track sophomore LP set for release in October 2024. Recorded and produced with legendary Australian producer Lindsay Gravina (Rowland S. Howard, Magic Dirt), the LP draws on the vibrancy of 90s Dream Pop and electronic drum machines to explore a more uptempo and colourful approach to shoegaze. The album features heavy songwriting contributions from both leading songwriters, Thomas and Mayzie Lee as the band further broadens their sonic horizons.
With special guests Keaper!
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Open Mic (3-6pm)
Sun November 3, 2024

Our long-running monthly OPEN MIC returns the first Sunday arvo of every month! Come along and have a sing and/or strum.

FREE ENTRY
Jungle Jim Smith
Fri November 8, 2024
Armed with a 3-string cigar box guitar, bottleneck slide, trusty 6-string and shed-built foot drums, Jungle Jim Smith is a one-man-electric-boogie-band based in the rolling hills of South Gippsland Prom Country.
Delivering high-energy performances since 2021, Jungle Jim’s blend of up-tempo garage grooves and stompin’ blues sits somewhere between RL Burnside, ZZ Top and The Black Keys. Delivered with a grin, Jim’s songs are charged with infectious hooks and a riffage finesse, with vocals that conjure up shades of Elvis and Morrison crooning over primal percussive riffs and rhythms. He seamlessly creates a full band sound that’s been described as a ‘swampy mix of rockabilly grit and hill country blues’, charming a diverse range of music fans wherever he plays.
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Jed Cardwell
Sat November 9, 2024
Melbourne guitarist, singer and songwriter Jeb Cardwell has opened for legendary icons Steve Earle and Tony Joe White and plays guitar for acclaimed artist Kasey Chambers. In 2022, Jeb released his highly anticipated debut studio album 'My Friend Defiance’, hailed by Henry Wagons of DoubleJ radio as “One of the greatest albums of the year by an Australian artist”. Rhythms Magazine describes it as “An album that carries with it the poise and assuredness that comes from two decades of playing, writing and singing with the best of them.”
Don't miss the opportunity to see Jeb perform live at Tanswell’s Hotel Saturday November 9th 2024, 9pm. He’ll be backed by his dynamic rhythm section featuring Mick Hubbard on bass ( Ella Hooper) and Roger Bergodaz on drums (Tex Perkins). Together they’ll be serving up a sonic feast of irresistibly tasty grooves. Jeb’s debut album ‘My Friend Defiance’ and latest single ‘The River’ are available on all digital platforms.
“Somewhere between the breezy laid back cool of JJ Cale and the desert parched grit of Billy Gibbons is Jeb Cardwell” - Van Walker

“Laid back and cool in a way that only a master of guitar like Jeb can pull off. Hypnotic in the best possible way and testament to Cardwell’s skill as a songwriter” - Liz Stringer

“Jeb is a killer guitarist” - Jeff Lang

“Sounds tuff without breaking a sweat, but you can kick back to it too. I don't hear many records that can float the two vibrations in the air at the same time like Jeb can” - Matt Walker
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Kingswood
Fri November 15, 2024

KINGSWOOD are an award-winning four-piece good-times country and good-times rock 'n' roll band from Melbourne, Australia.

The release of HOME saw KINGSWOOD re-enter the ARIA Charts, debuting at #2 on the ARIA Australian Vinyl and #1 on the ARIA Australian Country charts – the latter of which stayed atop for an impressive 8 weeks in a row. With their record-breaking ‘Hometowns Tour’ taking in 100+ shows right around the country, KINGSWOOD have been able to hit venues of all sizes, in locations in each corner of Australia,  on their purpose-constructed tour bus ‘Peggy’.

Ten years and six studio albums on, KINGSWOOD remain one of Australia’s hardest working bands, playing festivals nationally and touring with acts like AC/DC and Aerosmith. Catch them playing two very special sets at beloved country pub Tanswells.

Tickets are $35 + booking fee in advance, or $40 at the door.