Joanna James
Brisbane offers a thriving live music scene that's constantly evolving. The city is a top destination for travelling musicians while harbouring a wealth of talent amongst its local musicians and bands
If you want to savour a slice of Brooklyn chic then hang out at this cool café. Located underground in the vicinity of Eagle Lane; the speakeasy club features live music on 6 nights of the week focusing on various genres such as jazz, blues and funk. You can enjoy these smooth sounds to the accompaniment of your favourite drink or cocktail. Go ahead and browse the establishment's facebook page for a weekly itinerary line-up and upcoming special events schedule.
Trainspotters is for those of you hankering for a Saturday night chill out session to the accompaniment of local music and good food. This is the venue for the only 'free indie night' in Brisbane; the event is quite popular due to the serving of cheap drinks, popular bites and a line-up of at least 3 acts that keeps the entertainment flowing. A must visit for a taste of Brisbane's varied music scene and budget entertainment - Trainspotters will not disappoint.
This is a premier boutique bar that is located within the Treasury Casino; it is just 7 minutes from the Oaks Festival Towers and is popular for signature cocktails, pricy champagne and first-class liquor. The place specializes in popular DJ music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday while live music is featured on Sundays; starting at 4 pm these are enhanced further by spontaneous performances by popular artists gracing the house, which is a popular hangout close to your hotel in Brisbane City.
Sonny's House of Blues was established by the founders of Lefty's Old Time Music Hall in Paddington. Located on Rowes Lane the place is named after Sonny Terry the American Blues man. Head over to the 'dive bar' where a Tex mex menu together with a variety of drink options awaits; the main pull is the live music featured five nights a week.
Raging on with Rockabilly Soul the Buffalo Bar offers one a feel of typical American culture together with traditional food and drinks. Frat Nights held every Friday are the most popular when live music plays, buffalo wing eating competitions and beer pong tournaments keep everyone entertained. Students are given special discounts here. A thorough itinerary line up of events, are available on the bars website.
Located at the Eagle Street Pier this scenic river bar is ideal for some Sunday relaxation. This sophisticated wine and cocktail bar offers sweeping vistas of the Brisbane River and plush interiors. Head over to the place on a Sunday and 3 pm onwards you are treated to the smooth sounds of the city's best jazz musicians; top spot for cocktails, good music and amazing sunsets.
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