40+ FREE SHOWS
CLAYTON DOLEY’S BAYOU BILLABONG · EMMA PASK · GRACE CUMMINGS · JACK DAVIES & THE BUSH CHOOKS · KARL S WILLIAMS · KEVIN WELCH & HEATH CULLEN · MATTHEW OTTIGNON’S VOLANT · MISTER OTT · RAY BEADLE · RUBY JACKSON · THE VAMPIRES
THE CONDIMENTS · ABBY CONSTABLE TRIO · AMBER ALE SKY · BARDWELL VALLEY RAMBLERS · BUNGALIN · BIG IN JAPAN · BONES ATLAS · FULL BOTTLE BAND · BUSINESS LOUNGE · CASUARINA LIGHT PHENOMENON · FERNDANCE · FORRÓ · FREYJA GARBETT’S MUSIC FROM THE WAVES FT. SANDY EVANS · GABY BONELLO · GLORIOUS MUDSINGERS · HARRY COOPER · HAZTET · HEAPS GRASS · HORSE DRAWN CADILLAC · FEKETEBORS · JAZZ CATS · KOSHER GROOVE · LAS BUREKAS · LEMONISE · LUJA MURFI · LUX TREVIS BAND · RICHARD & THE LIONHEARTS · RODDY REASON · ROWAN S KAINE · SHELLEY’S MURDER BOYS · SLUMBA PARTY (LIVE DNB) · SOUTHERN SEAGRASS · SUE & PETE · TALL SHAUN & THE RESOLUTION BLUES · THE GINGER BAKERS · THE STAYERS · THE WATER RUNNERS · TIMEA WRIGHT · TRIBAL FUNK ORCHESTRA · TROPICAL STRENGTH · UNDERCURRENT · VAL MOOGZ
ROVING BAND, FOLK DANCING, CHORUS FOR KINDNESS, IRISH TRAD SESSION, MILTON TOWN BAND, ULLADULLA HIGH PERFORMING ENSEMBLE
Bardwell valley ramblers
Bardwell Valley ramblers
Big in japan
BIG IN JAPAN
Our music blends original songs with a mix of rock and blues, some of which are in Spanish.
Drawing strong influences from the ’70s and ’80s, we bring a nostalgic yet fresh and power sound to our performances.”
Bones Atlas
Bones Atlas
Bones Atlas’ latest record, Corduroy Sugar, is the third studio album from the four-piece. Like a Bones Atlas live show, this album is a journey that traverses a musical landscape of which the listener never knows what will come next. Some songs are fast and rocking, some are slow and soulful. Some songs will make you want to dance, while others may cause you to re-evaluate your life. The genre and theme defying narratives that permeate the music are familiar to the long-time Bones Atlas fan, but may surprise somebody discovering them for the first time.
Recorded between lockdowns from 2020-2021 this album was put down at Pyroelectric Records in Sydney. Mixed remotely in 2022 by the incredible Brent Clark (Midnight Oil, Daniel Johns, Tumbleweed). Mastered by the legend Steve Smart (301 Studios, Sydney) This album was finally released into the world in October 2023.
Bungalin - Welcome to Country
Bungalin
The Business Lounge
CASUARINA LIGHT PHENOMENON
Casuarina Light Phenomenon
CLP features a mighty lineup of local musicians; Tegan Portener: vocals/guitar – Rose Haining: backing vocals/flute – Sivan Agam: backing vocals/cello – Courtney Sabat: backing vocals – Todd Mayhew: vocals/guitar – Leon Holstegge: lead guitar – Josh Gorman: bass – Tucu: percussion – Peg Ryan: saxophone – Suz Krawczykowa: mandolin – James Hart: keys – Joey Winkler: drums
Each bringing a unique flavour to the stage to create something… well, phenomenal! From funk to blues, from Bohemia to Argentina, from Earth to outer space, the CLP mothership is ready to board: all stations to planet groove~
CLAYTON DOLEY'S BAYOU BILLABONG
Clayton Doley
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“Clayton Doley understands the groove to a T – Booker T., that is”. Steve Leggett – All Music (USA)
Emma Pask
Emma Pask
A chance to catch one of Australia’s finest voices up close and personal, joined by her incredible Trio Band.
Award winning vocalist Emma Pask is sure to delight as she interweaves storytelling through timeless swinging jazz standards, upbeat latin rhythms, tender ballads and of course some raucous blues.
Well known for spending the last 20 years by the side of jazz virtuoso James Morrison, Emma Pask has firmly established herself one of one of this country’s favourite voices in Jazz.
“Whilst it’s fashionable to be a jazz singer these days, she’s the real thing!” James Morrison
Ferndance
Ferndance
Their instrumental songs are led by 3 guitarists and joined by an array instruments including piano, a string quartet, voice experiments and chimes bringing us an ambient and transcendental journey of sound.
Gaby Bonello
Gaby Bonello
BIO
Singer-songwriter Gaby Bonello, born in Malta and raised in Australia, has a magical way of
capturing hearts with her soulful voice and poignant lyrics. Drawing from her rich multi-
cultural background, Gaby speaks to those on a journey of self-discovery and finding their
place in this big world.
Her musical odyssey was shaped by her father’s Bossa Nova collection and her mother’s
passion for classical music, infusing her own blend of soul, folk, and country. Influenced by
iconic female artists such as Joni Mitchell, Ricky Lee-Jones, Joan Armatrading, Sheryl Crow,
Alanis Morissette, and Nina Simone, Gaby’s songs explore themes of connection, identity, and
empowerment.
Gaby released her EP “Coming Home” in 2016, followed by the single “Giving Up the Fight” in
2023. She has collaborated with esteemed producers like Sean Carey (Thirsty Merc), Paul
Greene, and Syd Green. Her music style, rooted in acoustic folk-country, draws comparisons
to Sarah McLachlan and Mary Black.
After studying Jazz Vocals in Sydney, she joined the gospel/jazz group Jubilation, performing
at notable events like Carols at the Domain and the VMAs. Gaby has also shared the stage
with Evermore, opened for Idea of North, and headlined the Manly Jazz Festival.
Currently residing on the South Coast of NSW, Gaby continues to evolve as an artist, using
her talent to inspire and uplift others. Renowned for her heartfelt and authentic music, she
GABY
BONELLO
creates a unique bond with her audience, providing comfort and encouragement through her
live performances, ensuring each show a moving yet ‘feel good’ experience.
Haztet
Haztet
Heaps Grass
Heaps Grass
FORRó
GLORIOUS MUDSINGERS
Grace Cummings
Full Bottle Band
Horse Drawn Cadillac
Horse Drawn Cadillac
The band is in full festival mode with a 10 piece band including the Sushi Horns, and some special surprises as always at festival. So save some dance energy as HDC turns the Star into a juke joint Saturday night party…. Expect a palette of sounds from Chicago based blues, to raw Mississipppi stomps, a healthy dose of original swampy country blues, and funk from those southern regions !
Feketebors
Feketebors
Have these wandering melodies ever traveled as far as the little Milton, 15.000 kilometres away from their birth place? Chances are low, so be sure to be part of potential history writing here. A show that’s fueled with love and a healthy amount of nostalgic homesickness – this one’s going to be special to us.
Las Burekas
Las Burekas
Ray Beadle
Ray Beadle
Ray Beadle is the genuine article, his music comes deep from the heart and soul, stirring emotions in people with his guitar genius. Ray’s music is rich with a deep history of the Blues; Rich from 20 years of experiences garnered from performing Nationally and Internationally; and rich from a deep understanding of his instrument and how to make it stir something within the listener. He knows that’s what the Blues is about. Ray’s life as a musician started when he was just 9, and for the next 20 years, Ray has played with and learnt from the best, including many years spent performing and recording with the Foreday Riders; (commonly referred to as the ‘University of the Blues’).
Ray has shared the stage with many great Australian and International artists and has thrilled countless festival audiences. A three-month residency with the house band in BB King’s Club in Memphis, as well as several Southern Blues festivals, were all defining moments during Ray’s three tours to the USA.
Irish Dance
McGrath Irish Dance
The dances include solo dances of intricate, fast-paced footwork and ceili dances where dancers perform in pairs or groups.
Irish Session
Irish Session
Sue and Pete will lead a traditional Irish session, where people who play Irish tunes are welcome to come and play along. A session is not a performance, but more of a ‘jam’, with people contributing tunes and sets of tunes and sitting around a table together.
Instruments that usually turn up in an Irish session include fiddles, whistles, flutes, Irish pipes, accordions, concertinas, banjos, guitars and the bodhran (an Irish drum).
Jigs, reels, hornpipes, set dances, and waltzes may all be played and the Milton Irish dancers will add excitement to the session.
Jack Davies and the Bush chooks
Jack Davies & the bush chooks
Jazz cats
JazzCats
Starting out at the Milton Rotunda in 2016, to playing in Restaurants, Bars , Pubs and Wineries on the South Coast, to the Merimbula Jazz Festival
KARL .S. WILLIAMS and SALLY WIGGENS
Karl S. Williams and Sally Wiggins
KEVIN WELCH AND HEATH CULLEN
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Kevin Welch and Heath Cullen
Over the last decade, Heath Cullen has crafted four landmark albums and earned a trail of devotees across his native Australia, the UK, Europe and North America. As a singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, he has collaborated on stage and in the studio with a vast array of artists, including Jolie Holland, Marc Ribot, Joe Henry, Elvis Costello’s Imposters and The Waifs, and his music has been recorded by artists as diverse as Michael Menager and Daniel Lanois.
This tour sees the two artists together on stage in genuine musical conversation, showcasing masterful songwriting and musicianship in an intimate and impromptu song-swap setting. Don’t miss it!
Kosher Groove
Kosher Groove
Lemonise
Lemonise
Led by the powerful vocals and Yidaki (didgeridoo) playing of Jake Magi, the band’s sonic experience is propelled by Maya Riv’s searing lead guitar, Gene Griffin’s deep, rolling bass, and Morgan Monk’s pulse-driving drums. From swirling soundscapes to face-melting solos, Lemonise invites you to lose yourself in the rhythm and ride the waves of pure psychedelic energy.
Luja Murfi
Luja Murfi
Luja Murfi are a 7-piece fellowship from Gold Coast/Northern NSW creating an expansive and evocative sonic voyage, with intention to evoke, radiate and alleviate.
The collective draw inspiration from the evolving musical elements of Alt & Prog Rock, Funk and Jazz, conjuring their own alluring sound that resonates deep within the inner realms and extends far beyond the physical.
MURBAH
SPANGLED DRONGO BRIW
Lux trevis band
Lux Trevis Band
MILTON DISTRICT BAND
MILTON DISTRICT BAND
The MILTON DISTRICT BAND in 2019 celebrated one hundred and fifty years of making music and history – what a great score! Welcoming players from Milton and surrounding towns since 1869, the band has been known as the Volunteers Brass Band, the Ulladulla Union Band and later, the Milton Town Band, The Milton and Districts Band and The Milton District Band. It is named for the home town in the South Coast region of NSW within the City of Shoalhaven.
156 years since inception, the Band continues to support the community, performing at events such as the Milton District Show and the Lions Mollymook Beach Markets. Support for significant commemorative events such as Anzac Day and Remembrance Day are activities that are of particular importance to the Band members.
Excited to be part of the inaugural Milton Folk Jazz and Blues festival the Band is shaping a repertoire that will challenge them and hopefully, get some toes tapping.
MIRIBI BUNBAL
Miribi Bundal
The Ulladulla High School Didg Crew comprises fellas from years 7 to 12, from many different mobs. We look to honour the tradition of the didgeridoo while layering that with drum loops and synth pads as a way of connecting with, celebrating and ensuring the continuation of culture.
Our music has taken us from Southern Stars at the Entertainment Center in the Gong to Lake Mungo as feature artists at the Lake Mungo Youth Camp, to Studio 301 in Sydney.
Miribi Bunbal, meaning Thunder Stick in Dhurga, has also been a featured artist on Triple J Unearthed.
Mister OTT
Mister OTT
Acclaimed saxophonist Matthew Ottignon fronts Sydney outfit Mister Ott, merging mesmerising Eastern sounds, tasty horn melodies, tight and popping jazz/funk and hypnotic grooves that drift on the edge of psychedelica.
Mister Ott’s third release “In the Flow” features tripped out dubs by Richie B, Afro-Cuban bata drumming, and styles ranging from future disco, vintage voodoo funk to psychedelic Ethio-jazz. International flavoured jazz tailored for the dance floor.
“The friendliest possible party vibe, making you feel like you’ve returned to a familiar neighbourhood where the whole street loves you.”
Sydney Morning Herald ****
‘This high energy album features superb compositions and writing for the horns, and it’s here that Ottignon truly shines, as only a jazz musician could write such hip, convincing lines.”
The Weekend Australian ****
MUSIC FROM THE WAVES ft SANDY EVANS
Music from the Waves ft Sandy Evans
RICHARD AND THE LIONHEARTS
Roddy Reason and the Zen Band
Roddy Reason and The Zen Band
Wason Street, Milton. It evolved between moments of fatherhood, late nights, early
mornings and the shifting landscape of the human and natural world.
The album ‘That was Now This is Zen’ is a story, almost a song-cycle about family
and living a life-long dream in the bush.
All songs composed in the order as they appeared.
Perhaps my first and last solo album – all vocals and instruments played by me (with
the exception of two drum tracks).
The Zen album songs will be performed on The Village Green Stage in Milton
(within whisper of their home studio inception) on Saturday at the MFJ&B Festival.
Fervently joining me are the Zen Band; Kyale McFunk on bass, Blake Ferndance on
stunt guitar and Leon the Wizard on drums.
We the Zen Band are honoured to be part of the Milton Folk, Jazz & Blues Festival
bringing community together to celebrate live music in our thriving hometown
Milton.
ROWAN S KAINE
Rowan S Kaine
Ruby Jackson
Ruby Jackson
performer Ruby Jackson has positioned herself at the heart of the Australian R&B/Jazz scene.
During her high school years, Ruby fell in love with jazz music when she discovered the magic of Billie Holiday,
Nat King Cole and Julie London. This sudden passion inspired her to study composition at The Sydney
Conservatorium of Music where she honed in on her writing skills.
Since completing her studies, Ruby has been quickly flourishing into one of Sydney’s most authentic, world-
class creators of music with songs that continuously strike a chord with her audience. This can be traced back to
November 2022 when Jackson was selected as FBi Radio’s Independent Artist of the Week for her release
‘Get Around To It’, which quickly became a crowd pleaser for its smooth & classy alternative R&B touch.
In 2023, Ruby’s singles ‘Out Of Fashion’, ‘Guilty Pleasure’, and ‘You’ve Changed’ dominated the airwaves,
earning Double J rotation, triple j Unearthed rotation, alongside radio-play support from triple j, iHeartRadio and
community radios nationwide.
Off the back of her impressive performances at BIGSOUND and SXSW Sydney in September 2023, Ruby
released her much-anticipated debut EP Sweeter For Me in November, co-produced with one of Sydney’s
renowned creators, Finbar Stuart.
Fuelled by 2000s R&B Pop nostalgia, the timeless 5-track record tells a series of sincere stories with a beautiful,
honest delivery – everything a debut should do.
Ruby has kicked off 2024 with a sold-out performance at Cockatoo Island’s Sunset Sessions, Hot Jazz
Picnic, and has just recently sold out the Lansdowne with a headline show. February saw Ruby open for Ball
Park Music as part of Sydney’s Twilight At Taronga, then up to Brisbane to warm the stage for International
sensation Morcheeba (UK) at The Tivoli.
Showing no signs of stopping, Ruby performed at Blues On Broadbeach in May to showcase her dazzling
vocal and mesmerising 9-piece ensemble, embarked on a co-headline East Coast tour with Emma Volard,
performed at Manly Jazz Festival, SXSW Sydney, and Homegrown Concerts at The Rocks.
Coming up in 2025, Ruby Jackson will be performing at Sydney Festival in January and Get Together Festival
in March! Don’t miss the chance to experience this soulful sophistication!
Shelley's murder boys
Shelley's Murder Boys
Shelley’s Murder Boys have appeared at Illawarra Folk Festival, Girrakool Blues Festival, The End Festival, Bangalow Bluegrass and BBQ Festival, Nimbin Roots Festival, Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival, Cutthroat Folk Festival and Dorrigo Folk and Bluegrass Festival. Shelley’s Murder Boys have appeared on ABC radio (Sydney and Illawarra), and podcasts Get Up in the Cool and Simon Marnie’s Sonic Journey on the ABC. They have toured with and supported International Acts such as The Turner Brown Band (USA) and My Bubba (Sweden/Iceland).
‘Above is a Roar’ (2019) is the band’s debut album, following their 2017 EP ‘Troubled Thoughts Keep Her Fed’, and features Shelley Eeves on fiddle and vocals, Jimmy Murray on guitar and vocals, and Joe Glover on banjo and harmonica. The album features guest performances by Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil, Backsliders), Jim Moginie (Midnight Oil) and Jake Pember (The Button Collective). Above is a Roar was produced and recorded by Jim Moginie and Brent Clark at Oceanic studios.
Slumba Party
Slumba Party
Inspired by 90s rave music and Afro-Latino rhythms, the duo use live instrumentation to capture the raw energy of dance music. Drawing upon a wide spectrum of influence including jazz, samba, reggae and jungle, their beats explore dark and minimal soundscapes ready-made for the dance floor.
Southern Seagrass bluegrass
Southern Seagrass
We played for a regular summer Sunday bare foot bowls afternoon at the local bowling club soon after we started, and we have been playing various other gigs and events in and around Milton Ulladulla region since then.
Expect to hear some classic bluegrass songs with great chops and harmony singing as well as dazzling banjo, mandolin, guitar and fiddle solos.
Sue and Pete
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Sue and Pete
Since relocating to the Milton area nine years ago, Sue and Pete have been playing at local venues and the repertoire includes harmony singing and a mixture of originals and covers of songs from Australia, America, Ireland and England. Sue’s exciting playing of Irish and American fiddle tunes will get your feet tapping for sure.
Tall Shaun & The resolution
Tall Shaun & The Resolution
Riding high on the momentum from their success, the band wasted no time in the studio, crafting their highly anticipated eight-track EP Resolution. Since its release, they’ve dropped a series of singles, including the hard-hitting fan favourite “TRAINSTATION,” which gives a nod to the iconic TV series Yellowstone.
The boys have recently shared the stage with Texas legends Uncle Lucius, captivated thousands at the Wanderer Festival, and amongst countless sell out shows – even had the honour of being joined by country icon Keith Urban at their 2025 debut Tamworth Country Music Festival performance.
The band’s tight-knit ensemble, featuring Jy Rogers on drums, Brad Parsons on bass, and Dan Sipple on guitar, ensures that every performance is an unforgettable experience – guaranteed to command the attention of all!
Experience the raw energy, soulful resonance, and undeniable chemistry that make Tall Shaun & The Resolution one of the most exciting acts in Australian country and blues today.
The Condiments
The Condiments
The Vampires
The Vampires
The Vampires’ music is more than just a performance—it’s an immersive journey, one that continues to evolve and push the boundaries of modern jazz. Don’t miss the chance to experience this exceptional group live at the festival!
The water runners
The Water Runners
Timea Wright
Timea Wright
TRIBAL FUNK ORCHESTRA
Tribal Funk Orchestra
The Ulladulla High School Performing Ensemble
The Ulladulla High School Performing Ensemble
As well as performing at UHS events, the UHS Performing Ensemble have performed at the Milton/Ulladulla Pre-school and local Primary schools.
Undercurrent
Undercurrent
Undercurrent perform tunes from the great Jazz standards repertoire. Undercurrent are equally at home performing a breezy boss nova, a swinging standard or a toe tapping soul jazz number.
Guitar: Josh Barkwith
Keys: Stewart Harrison
Bass: Steve Hladio
Drums: Trevor Kettlewell
Val Moogz
Val Moogz
VOLANT
Volant
The music moves effortlessly from moments of anthemic heroism, with Ottignon’s fiery tenor at the fore, to lyrical melodies and intimate soundscapes, where the subtle yet confident artistry of Hayley, Hannah, and Lauren results in music of sheer beauty.
While embodying the spirit of giants such as John Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders, Volant is undeniably a modern quartet, delivering world-class compositions and thrilling improvised dialogue.
The album draws inspiration from birds in flight—a motif that defines its ethereal quality. “…the impression of flight is not observed, but is experienced and exhilarating.” – John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald.
Matthew Ottignon – saxophones
Lauren Tsamouras – piano
Hannah James – bass
Hayley Chan – drums
Roving Band'
The Ginger Bakers
The Stayers
The Stayers
Based in Milton, south coast NSW,
Chorus for Kindess
CHORUS FOR KINDESS
Chorus for Kindness raises funds so that MUCK Up can continue its great work with young people AND it brings our community together in an unforgettable evening of connection and collaboration. For this one, $5 from every ticket supports the inaugural Festival too.
Who’s the Star? You are! At Chorus for Kindness the entire audience becomes a Choir on the night. Led by the fabulous Tina Broad from Sing Express, we learn and sing an Aussie pub classic in harmony with one another. No experience necessary and all ages welcomed. Bring Mum and the entire family along for a perfect way to mark Mother’s Day!
We can’t wait to see you and sing with you.
Presented by MUCK UP & Apex Club of Milton Ulladulla in collaboration with Sing Express.”
Fuzzy Alan + Chai
Fuzzy Alan & Chai
Abby Constable Trio
Abby Constable Trio: Abby + Julien Wilson + Noel Mason
Mudgingal Yangamba
Mudjingaal Yangamba
Through the creation and celebration of song, this strong Koori women’s choir bring together Elders, Aunties and sisters in revitalising their traditional languages, sharing their stories with community for healing, growth and joy.
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