Gigs are the 4th Sunday of every month*
Jam Session from 3pm. Feature artist 6-8pm.
Geelong Lions Breakfast Club BBQ from 4pm.
You are welcome to bring your own snacks. Strictly no BYO alcohol.
* Except for December (mid-month) and January (Recovery Day on New Year's Day)
SHBC Jam Session
Every gig starts with a blues jam session, from 3pm. The session goes to 5:30pm when we clear the stage for our feature artist.
Musicians of any level are welcome to join in – just bring your instrument. Drums, amps and mics are supplied.
Check out our Jam Rules here.
SHBC has charted some blues standards as a reference (check out our Songbook here). Jammers might find it helpful to be familiar with some of these songs in case they come up. The Jam isn't moderated - you can play anything as long as it's blues (or a close relation).
Sunday, 26 July 2026
MISS LOU'S BLUES
Charismatic, lamentacious & a little flamboyant, describes the straight up sounds of Miss Lou.
Miss Lou is a force to be reckoned with in the world of Blue Music. As a solo blues singer she has captivated audiences with her rich soulful voice and dynamic stage presence. Miss Lou is far from a one note performer – her musical repertoire gracefully spans the realms of Jazz, Country, Folk and Gospel, creating a sound that is diverse as it is powerful. With her captivating presence, timeless style and some well loved musicians by her side, Miss Lou leaves an unforgettable mark wherever she performs.
Sunday, 23 August 2026
Phil Coyne and the Wayward Aces
SHBC is thrilled to welcome back Phil Coyne and The Wayward Aces! The band gets rooms moving with infectious, harp-driven Australian blues.
Their acclaimed releases Sound & Fury and Phil Coyne and The Wayward Aces have charted internationally and earned global airplay, drawing praise for their authentic, high-voltage sound.
The band brings together a powerhouse lineup of seasoned players. Front and centre is Phil Coyne, a blues harp blaster whose passionate vocals and brassy tone ignite the band’s sound. His songs reflect on love, life and circumstance with humour and humanity.
Sunday, 30 August 2026
BLUES JAM SESSION
Our first Jam Only day last year was such a success we wanted to run it again. This is a special extra show in August and will be a Jam Session Only – no feature artist. No raffle. Lions club BBQ as usual. Normal start time (3pm). Early finish sometime between 6pm & 7pm depending on jammers.
If you would like to be part of the jam day, why not get some friends together and start rehearsing a few tunes? Don’t know any other musos? No problem. Just turn up on the day and the Jam Coordinator will slot you in with others.
You can register your interest to get priority. Or just turn up.
Location
Bareena Bowling Club
89 Noble Street, Newtown
Carpark entry via Huntingdon Street