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The Empress is an institution known for being there when underground original music was cutting edge. Sharing this scene with The Espy, The Punters, The Tote and very few others. The Stage was and still is a nursery for up and coming artists. A bohemian pub with a rustic garden and an ever changing range of music from rock to electronica. Its food is as renowned as its music. A great place to just hang out or to eat and listen to music all night
BABERAHAM LINCOLN play original melodic, crude yet highly arousing, acoustic rock. As you are drawn into their dreamy eyes and smitten by their angelic...
Grand Cru are an experimental four piece band from Melbourne, who combine acoustic guitars, violins, beguiling vocals and surreal melodies into one...
The plight of live music in Melbourne has been well documented. Despite studies revealing the massive benefits it gives to the city’s economy, the...
His Merry Men are pleased to announce their first tour of 2013, the PILLOW Tour! Join them as they embark on a four date tour of Oz to launch their new...
It's been a while between shows for Emma Heeney, and this will be the first of many with a brand new band, showcasing new songs of her forthcoming album...
Dan and Hannah Acfield are turning a page. After years of working hard to establish themselves as reputable solo artists in their own right, the sibling...
It has been a massive eighteen months for Melbourne’s Crooked Saint, the musical alter ego of Tim Wheatley. He has independently released two EP’s and a...
On the heals of recent sold-out shows in Sydney and Melbourne, and in the middle of a North American tour with Missy Higgins and Katie Herzig, Butterfly...
For a band that has only recently formed, their on stage presence and sound seemed effortless as they dominated the stage… [they] will surely go on to...
Tthe film clip we have just released for our single 'Trouble', Caroline Tran premiered the French version of the single on Triple J’s New Music show 2012...
"I really dig this guy!" Peter Jesperson - New West Records "..a debut album of compellingly genuine country blues" Martin Jones - Rhythms "James Thomson...
Last year McLeod’s loud rock voice woke Heff from a brief snooze in his private cabana which had many of the staff talking later. It was an eventful...
Red Moon Juke return to the Empress Hotel on Sunday August 5 with support from Bill & The Jerks. It’s going to be a great afternoon of...
Sibling songwriters Dan Acfield and Hannah Acfield have finally decided to team up as a duo. Having focused on their separate music careers for many...
The first taste from The Falls’ debut EP Hollywood is Home - a bittersweet tale of escapism and the search for clarity. The single is a stunning example...
Dan Trolley from the garage punk band Mass Cult will be bringing his new solo psych/punk/electro show to The Empress Hotel. Armed only with a guitar, drum...
UV Race are set to headline the 2nd instalment of No Birth, on Friday August 3rd at The Empress. No Birth, held monthly, offers a community of local, and...
Children of the Wave are part folk, part electronic, part experimental pop, part cinemascope. Following the release of their debut album Children of the...
Elephant is the music of James Locke, a film school graduate with an interest in collecting records & making lofi pop music. He creates delicate...
Introducing CHAISE LOUNGE, a monthly event held in the folds of a Sunday afternoon to showcase four wonderful singer-songwriter types. First four cabs off...
If one were to take six years between albums, one had better make sure that the album one is putting out is fucking awesome. One would probably also want...
Perth's Sacred Flower Union brings his beat-driven ambient collage to Melbourne with Sydney's Brain Drain in tow, launching a split CD through Future Past...
Ahead of a return tour to France where they will share the stage with the likes of Ty Seagull , Kid Congo Powers and more plus a maiden voyage to China...
Louise MacGregor (folky singer/songwriter) had enjoyed success in her solo career over the last ten years, performing in many local festivals (Rock and...
Matt Collyer and his band The Company combine a wide range of styles and influences to create a unique blend of folk/rock that is sure to delight. In...
PROJECT321EXPLOSION are an eclectic bunch of fellows more likely to be found working 9-5 jobs and reading reddit sub- scripts than passed out under your...
Hailing from Texas USA, The Empress is very proud to present explosive blues outfit Littlewolf. Combining the vocals and slide guitar of Kristi Bless...
It’s hard to know what exactly what makes a pop song moving, but Tully On Tully get you a little bit closer to finding out between the curve of a melody,...
Yes ladies and gentleman! live from arnolds drive-in (The Empress Hotel) and the Milwaukee fried mock-chicken stand, "YOU WANTED TO SEE IT" brings you one...
Melbourne convert Laura Imbruglia has been invited by The Empress to drop in for a little sing-song. Fresh from support slots for The Clouds and An Horse,...
It’s been sometime between metaphorical drinks for Brisbane’s avant-garde musician Edward Guglielmino, but he’s back and with a brand new album under his...
Canada’s Tim Chaisson will return to our shores in May for an extensive run of live shows, playing with the likes of Tim Freedman, Diesel, Matt Andersen...
WE spent 3 weeks in August 2011 hunkered down over the recording console armed with bouzoukis, tambourines, xylophones and an omnichord, but more...
Jumping swamp dripping blues grooves is the unforgettable experience of RED MOON JUKE. See, hear and taste an old-school rhythm and blues juke band. Their...
After the critically acclaimed debut record 'The Submarine' was released late in 2007, Lawrence Greenwood's songs began to work their way into the world...
Melbourne songstress and general hilarious ratbag Mon Kerr is hitting The Empress for an afternoon of quality music before she sets sail for faraway...
Laura K Clarke is a Melbourne based singer-songwriter who's passion for music reflects in every aspect of her life. Often likened to a range of musicians...
A night not to be missed for Hip Hop heads and music lovers in Melbourne. The Melbourne Autumn Hip Hop Showcase will be showcasing some of the best local...
Formed in Hobart, IVY ST released their debut album, 'Picture Machine' to in 2009. What followed was shows with the Buzzcocks, My Disco, Children Collide,...
The Monday Drift is where some local songwriters wander in, gather their scattered weekend thoughts and play songs in the front bar of The Empress. It’s...
Think you know a thing or two about music? Wanna use said knowledge to be more attractive to the opposite sex and gain general social superiority in all...
Ballarat based musician Dan Rolls is a must see unique Australian artist. Each song he creates is complete with impressive re-inventive guitar-work,...
Local ladies Leah Loms and Helen Cattanach aka Brazillionaires finally launch their new album. The launch happens this Saturday afternoon at The Empress...
Look alive people, three amazing bands are teaming up for a show that may just break your mind. Opening the night will be Lunars, twisted pop jams, catchy...
Anna Paddick & The Spekulators are launching a new single at The Empress on Thursday 19th April. This will be a special celebration of wonderful folky...
The Empress is proud to welcome back a favourite to the stage. Charles Jenkins has enough gold in the repertoir to fill four sets but he's going to play...
Clinkerfield return for our first show since our annual January residency at the Old Bar! I've been away in Adelaide workin on the Fringe Festival in the...
Fresh from completing a WA tour, Melbourne alt country group, The Stillsons have announced their ‘Jimmy’s Treehouse’ East Coast Tour of 2012.Described by...
Melbourne four-piece band Waverley are getting ready to strap in for a night of explosive rock at the launch for their debut album Challenger at The...
Say hello to Last Leaves, a new band consisting of three Lucksmiths members — Marty Donald, Mark Monnone and Louis Richter — and Noah Symons of Great...
Catch Rosaline Yuen & her band at the Empress on 15 March 2012 with special guests, Emmy Bryce and Michael Meeking.Rosaline, fresh from shooting her film...
It's been a long time coming, but finally it's here! Elephant Eyes will be launching it's first official release - a Double A-side Single - on Friday 2nd...
THE SUNDAY REEDS are a noise-pop post-punk band formed by Romana Ashton and Drew Jones in Melbourne. With a common love of alternate 1980s and 90s...
Wild Dog Creek Album LaunchWild Dog Creek launch their cassette, One Thousand Birth Felt, at The Empress on Thursday 6 October, in what will be an evening...
The vibrant folk-fired five-piece, Charlie Mayfair, have recently let loose their brand new single ‘Tell Her’. After a few national nods from radio, the...
The Empress of India glowingly presents an evening of light and sound like no other. Spread over the entire venue, Limelit is a haven for the senses,...
This July Zeks will be bringing their lush soundscapes and hypnotic rhythms to Melbourne. Zeks began jamming in mid 2010 at the Kurb art space in Perth....
Roll up like a lunchtime snack, it's THE BOMBAY ROYALE! Correct you are, folks, Melbourne's only 12-piece surf disco Bollywood funk orchestra is wheeling...
'Too Long In Flight' is the debut solo EP from former Epicure singer/songwriter Juan Alban. Juan heads out on the road to promote the EP with a run of...
The Empress Hotel presents a beautiful evening of folk rock and psychedelia as Alysia Manceau launches her anticipated debut album 'The Longest Winter',...
Four musician mates from Newcastle, collectively known as BENJALU, will release their third EP ‘Shadows In The Sun’ on April 15 via MGM’s Green label, and...
The music will make you wiggle and sway with bands such as Huckleberry & Me, Ponyboy and Jantina Gardner casting their musical spells over you. So come...
Reigning, hailing and shining from NSW's Central Coast, Angela's Dish are no strangers to road and stage. They play The Empress on Saturday 23rd April....
Friday 15th of April sees the return of Ollie MC to the Empress Hotel. Support on the night will be Lesson fresh from the World SLAM poetry finals in the...
Sunday Sippers! Come recover from your hangover this sunday at the empress with The General, 4tress and Dixon Cider $5 chilled out tell ya friends. 18+...
As summer winds itself to an unwilling end and trees avail themselves of their leaves, good friends Georgia Fair and Daniel Lee Kendall will combine...
‘Beg For Love’, the new single from Catherine Traicos, is a perfect piece of classic pop tinged with melancholy. Following the critical success of...
Scarf is holding a fundraiser at The Empress Hotel on Wednesday 23rd of February so that it can run four hospitality training programs in 2011. The...
Hannah Acfield (Melbourne) and Rose Wintergreen (Sydney) are both ex Brisbane singer/songwriters who have joined forces for a series of shows to...
In memory of The Smiths Plagiarism Begins At Home will be reviving one of the most influential bands of the last 30 years. Performing the classic album...
Obedient Atom is proud to present the mind melting musical visionary, Los Angeles’ SUN ARAW. SUN ARAW takes psychedelic music to a new plane,...
Well known as the front woman for iconic Australian rock band, Magic Dirt, Adalita is initiating new and old fans with her moving and stark solo shows....
Folk-rockers Zeptepi return to The Empress on the afternoon of Saturday 17th July to celebrate the launch of their brand new 3rd album, 'Stormclouds'. Two...
Benedict Moleta Band national tour following the release of new album Timesheet.
Having developed a reputation as one of the most interesting artists around with her unique brand of cello and sample driven folk-pop, Tara Simmons has...
Come down to the Empress Hotel for a sunday session with Applejack and the Shivering Timbers. Clean up on the great Sunday drinking rates and great food