Live music had to take a backseat during Covid. But it’s back and better than ever. It’s true we still have to make some concessions; no dancing allowed, no singing along, no approaching the band for requests… but the sound is still bang on, and the beats are still there. Southend is proud to support live music in a covid-safe way, and trust you will be too.
Wednesday Irish Trad Sessions – 7-9pm
Let’s get this out of the way; we are NOT an Irish bar. No leprechauns, shamrocks, or Chieftans here. But we do serve the best Guinness in town, chips with curry sauce, and Taytos. And now we have Irish Trad Sessions on Wednesday nights. Trad sessions are a musos wet dream. A bunch of skilled artisans, peddling their musical wares in exchange for a couple of beers and the chance to jam. For those of you without two spoons to clap together, what you have is a musical experience that’ll have you tapping your toes and wishing you could play the fiddle. Grab your mates and come for dinner. Or grab your whistle and come and play! (Musicians, please call before coming up… group numbers are limited to 10 due to Covid and we’d hate for you to be disappointed)
Sun 1st Nov – Django Blackheart Lite – 4-7pm
This isn’t the full line-up of outstanding blues musicians that usually make up Django Blackheart (we didn’t have the space to fit them all). But there will be enough of them to help you sink into your Sunday. Not to be missed.
Sat 7th Nov The McNamee Brothers – 7-10pm
Singing, story-telling, and making the fiddle come alive. These boys grew up in Perth listening to old LPs of the Fureys, and have never looked back. Folk music at it’s best.
Sun 8th Nov – Harley Ruha – 4-7pm
Harley’s one of those guys that leaks coolness from his pores. He sinks into each song like it’s the comfy porch couch at your mates place after a BBQ. He Loops like Sheeran, Sings like Marley, and plays all your favourites. Get in early to secure your seat.
Sat 14th Nov – Hairy Lemon – 7-10pm
A guitar, a whistle, a mandolin, a flute and a harmonica… these guys have been livening up the Rocks for years. But who wants to trek into the city these days? So many people. So little parking. Seriously, though: these guys make it their life’s mission to liven up the party. Please restrain yourselves from singing along, though…. group singing is OFF the schedule due to Covid.
Sun 15th Nov – Harley Ruha – 4-7pm
Harley’s one of those guys that leaks coolness from his pores. He sinks into each song like it’s the comfy porch couch at your mates place after a BBQ. He Loops like Sheeran, Sings like Marley, and plays all your favourites. Get in early to secure your seat.
Sat 21 Nov – Django Blackheart Unplugged 7-10pm
Fresh from releasing their latest EP “Unlocked” (literally.. this record drops on November 13), Django Blackheart is back at Southend with a mix of blues, rock, and more blues. We love these guys.
Sun 22nd Nov – Code Blue – 4-7pm
The sound is cool, blues, funky and guaranteed to improve your day. Local Blues band Code Blue really know how how to jam. Just the thing you need to round off your weekend. Hit the beach in the morning, then lug yourself up the hill for a Sunday Roast and some seriously good music.
Sat 28 Nov – The McNamee Brothers – 7-10pm
Singing, story-telling, and making the fiddle come alive. These boys grew up in Perth listening to old LPs of the Fureys, and have never looked back. Folk music at it’s best.
Sun 29 Nov – Harley Ruha – 4-7pm
Harley’s one of those guys that leaks coolness from his pores. He sinks into each song like it’s the comfy porch couch at your mates place after a BBQ. He Loops like Sheeran, Sings like Marley, and plays all your favourites. Get in early to secure your seat.
Sat 5th Dec – Hooper & O’Toole – 7-10pm
Sun 6 Dec – Harley Ruha – 4-7pm
Harley’s one of those guys that leaks coolness from his pores. He sinks into each song like it’s the comfy porch couch at your mates place after a BBQ. He Loops like Sheeran, Sings like Marley, and plays all your favourites. Get in early to secure your seat.
Sat 12th Dec – Hairy Lemon – 7-10pm
A guitar, a whistle, a mandolin, a flute and a harmonica… these guys have been livening up the Rocks for years. But who wants to trek into the city these days? So many people. So little parking. Seriously, though: these guys make it their life’s mission to liven up the party. Please restrain yourselves from singing along, though…. group singing is OFF the schedule due to Covid.
Sun 13th Dec- Code Blue – 4-7pm
The sound is cool, blues, funky and guaranteed to improve your day. Local Blues band Code Blue really know how how to jam. Just the thing you need to round off your weekend. Hit the beach in the morning, then lug yourself up the hill for a Sunday Roast and some seriously good music.
Sat 19th Dec – Hooper & O’Toole – 7-10pm
The most hectic fiddle and guitar you ever did hear. High energy, on-the-money, toe-tapping fun.
Sun 20 Dec – Harley Ruha – 4-7pm
Harley’s one of those guys that leaks coolness from his pores. He sinks into each song like it’s the comfy porch couch at your mates place after a BBQ. He Loops like Sheeran, Sings like Marley, and plays all your favourites. Get in early to secure your seat.
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