SARAH BELKNER & FRIENDS

Over 4 Mondays in September, SARAH BELKNER brings her unique existential indie singer-songwriter vibes to Butchers Brew Bar, teaming up with different great local artists every week.  Together they will bring a residency filled with old songs, brand new songs, a chance to let her know songs you may want to hear her & her guest do together & maybe even a singalong or two for everyone to enjoy. 

Feautured artists are the incredible BONNIESONGS, BRENDAN MACLEAN, ELANA STONE & COOEE.  Each week will be its own adventure & a great way to warm the heart at the start of the week.

Sarah would describe ELANA STONE as a “Sister From Another Mister”. They tour together playing in Missy Higgins band & had their babies within a couple of months of each other. Elana has been a huge influence on so many artists - Sarah included - as she is just a killer musician with one of Sydney’s most iconic voices. The pair have supported each other musically & humanly for the past almost 20 years so it’s pretty special when they get together. They collectively love a laugh & a good wail ,so this night will be sure to include some good stories & delicious songs.

  ELANA STONE is a double ARIA Award-winning singer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist whose music blends instrumental invention with playful quirk & deep emotional resonance.  Her distinctive style weaves together elements of folk, modern electronica, indie pop & balladry, all underpinned by her lyrical vulnerability & exceptional melodic instinct.  Elana has released four critically acclaimed solo albums 'In The Garden of Wild Things' (2006), 'Your Anniversary' (2009), 'Kintsugi' (2015) & 'Married to the Sound' (2024).  Each record showcases her evolving sound - by turns exultant and introspective - while affirming her place as one of Australia’s most original & dynamic voices.  She is also a founding member of the ARIA Award-winning folk/ alt-country supergroup 'All Our Exes Live in Texas', known for their lush harmonies & captivating live performances.  The band has toured extensively across Australia, the US, UK & Europe, sharing stages with global acts such as The Backstreet Boys, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, & Midnight Oil.

In addition to her solo & group work, Elana is a longtime member of Missy Higgins’ live band & has toured internationally with the John Butler Trio as a singer, pianist, accordionist & percussionist, opening for John Butler across Europe in 2022.  Her collaborative spirit has seen her perform & record with a wide range of artists, including Hermitude, Megan Washington, Josh Pyke, Kate Miller-Heidke, Jackson Jackson, Ngaiire, Passenger, Donny Benét, Bluejuice & the beloved Melbourne comedy group Tripod.  Her unmistakable voice & fearless creativity are matched by an authenticity & humour that bring both lightness &  truth to her music.

SARAH BELKNER is a singer, instrumentalist, songwriter, arranger, composer, musical director & studio producer living on Gadigal Country. Her EP ‘Humans’ (2015) & two albums ‘But You Are, But It Has’ (2017) & ‘The Apple’ (2023) have seen her gain accolades such as Double J album of the week, a song featured in the hit series ‘Offspring’ & performances at 'The Great Escape' UK as well as supporting artists including Sarah Blasko, Lisa Mitchell & The Veils. Belkner has also become a revered touring musician/ MD performing with many great artists including Missy Higgins, Neil Finn & Tim Minchin. She has also sat in the producer's seat for the likes of Missy Higgins, Brendan Maclean & Leah Flanagan.

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🎫 LIMITED TIX!!  $23 Prebook/ $25 Door/ $74 Multipass to all 4 events ( = 20% Discount)

Doors from 6pm

We are a Licensed Venue. Outside Food is Welcome but No Outside Drinks/ Water Bottles allowed.

Under 18s permitted if under the direct supervision of a Guardian/ Adult