The Disability Information and Resource Centre and The Gov are proud to bring to you Club Cool! Club C is on the 3rd Sunday of every month. each months...
Lord Stompy's Tin Sandwich Beginners night: The art of harmonica aint that hard if you're pointed in the right direction. Join The Lord and Carrie as we...
On the back of blitzing SXSW and crowds across the US and the UK, San Cisco are very excited to announce they are returning to Australia to hit the road...
James Abberley is an Acoustic solo artist from Country South Australia, He was born in 1991 and grew up in Owen SA, a small country town roughly 100km...
Something For Kate are excited to announce their first extensive Australian tour in over six years this coming May and June. The 'Star-Crossed Cities’...
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Proudly owned and run by the Tonkin Family, The Gov is a live music venue in Adelaide with a capacity of 700. With a great restaurant, free live music in the front bar, a wide selection of beverages and so much amazing live music, The Gov has something for everyone.
Principal Entertainment presents the return of Texas psychobilly legends The Reverend Horton Heat, live in Australia in 2013.The Reverend returns with his...
Hailed by Rolling Stone as “a genre unto herself,” Kaki King is a true iconoclast, a visionary musician/artist whose singular work rightly stands out...
Twenty three year old singer-songwriter, Rachel Cearns has been making her mark on the Adelaide music scene for the past 2 years, performing her blend of...
Due to popular demand, LOWRIDER are playing this one off HOMETOWN performance at THE GOV, after touring the country with their NEW album "Black Stones".
Mike Stern is an artist who is ever evolving. Joining Blood Sweat and Tears when he was only 22, Stern moved on to play alongside the likes of Billy...
Having never visited our shores before, the announcement of a KAMELOT Australian tour is bound to excite hordes of melodic metal fans across the...
After sharing the stage with legendary heavy metal pirates ALESTORM, MATRONARCH is proud to announce that they will be opening for symphonic metal masters...
Ash’s friendship with Scott Owen - world-renowned bass-straddler for The Living End - developed quickly around the coal pit in Ash’s backyard over many a...
Fresh from sold out performances of The Motown Story, at this years Adelaide Fringe and back by popular demand at The Gov, Motown Connection presents...
Adelaide music fans were very disappointed recently when the Adelaide leg of the HOODOO GURUS Dig It Up! tour was cancelled. The tour's promoter, Feel...
“Take It To The Streets” is the current studio album for The Angels, and indeed their first for fourteen years.Since the album debuted at #7 on the...
David Bridie with a new band with be launching his 2013 album 'Wake'. An exquisite collection of songs from a fascinating musical mind - 'Wake' is a total...
Stolen Apples is a unique band that began to form in Decmber of 2008. Why is it unique? In the process of discussing the band name with Paul Kelly's...
Muddy Road are pleased to have some local talent joining us on stage during some upcoming gigs. Our last gig at the Royal Oak Hotel in March was packed to...
Andrew Stockdale returns to us with a surge of creativity in the shape of Keep Moving, his first self-produced studio album, under his own name.Keep...
6 Time Grammy Award winning jazz trumpeter ARTURO SANDOVAL, a protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, is touring Australia in June 2013....
Picking up a guitar at the age of nine and with a career spanning more than fourteen years, Ray Beadle is one of Australia’s most acclaimed and gifted...
Straight from Detroit to Australia join us as the original Shady Records artist and protégé of Eminem, Obie Trice, embarks on his debut headline...
After an overwhelming reaction to the recent one-off show in their hometown Adelaide, The Superjesus will head out on the road touring Australia playing a...
Lennard Promotions present a musical evening spanning four decades of hits with legendary musician, songwriter, producer and musical visionary Todd...
US Indie rockers Cold War Kids are excited to announce side-shows around Splendour In The Grass. The band will return to Australia in July, playing at the...
Psychodelicacy are a poppy, punky, energetic rock band. They play a mix of covers and originals. Psychodelicacy, are a poppy / punky/ energetic rock band....
In the spirit of “Random Creative Adventures”, Clare Bowditch is celebrating the release of her new single “One Little River” by heading out on the road...
Strange New Folk formed a few years ago, mainly to give Ben McCall a better chance of picking up. Since then, he hasn't done too badly in the field. As...
Undisputed kings of Australian hardcore, PARKWAY DRIVE are set to commemorate 10 years of incredible achievements with a special anniversary tour this...
“Soilwork assaulted the crowds with their merciless metallic wall of noise, wringing every last ounce of energy out of the black-shirted masses” (the AU...
The Zep Boys offer an unforgettable show with note perfect performances of the most famous and biggest rock band in history... Led Zeppelin. The Zep Boys...
In a special event to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of Beating the Boards – a live double album recorded with the Foster Brothers – Jon...
Dragon were rock n roll warriors of the late 70's/early 80's touring scene and emperors of excess. Their live shows were unsurpassed and their notorious...
Come down to The Gov tonight and dance the night away with the hottest, swinging bands in town: Lucky 7, The Lincolns, Shades of Blue and DJ Christine...
SETH SENTRY has announced his biggest Australian tour to date. The tour will see Seth take to stages in Geraldton, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and...
Evermore have their music bus packed and are ready to roll out one of the biggest tours of their career - a troubadour’s journey around Australia to...
Four guy's wanted to play the music that they loved. The, DA DIRTY'S are at The Gov Sat May 11th - Playing covers, including songs from Quo, Dr Feelgood,...
Let your hair down and shake it all about to the hits of the 80ʼs, May 11 at The Gov when Hollywood Gun Club bring you a full concert production, smashing...
Sydney’s Sticky Fingers in many ways mirrored the often-repeated indie scene story—scrounging for gigs, recording demos and looking for that elusive...
As well as the already announced Groovin’ The Moo festival dates, They Might Be Giants are very excited (and so are we for that matter) to announce...
Following the release of the album Outbursts and the sell out Optimist LP Anniversary Tour, Turin Brakes embark on a whirlwind run of special one-off...
The Gov, in conjunction with Dr Sketchy’s and Delerium Emporium are revamping Sundays in the front bar as we know them, by introducing a smorgasbord of...
To celebrate the release of her highly anticipated debut LP ‘Nightswim’ (out April 19), Owl Eyes is thrilled to announce she will be heading out on tour...
Roy Orbison meets the Sex Pistols' - or so they've been told - The Honey Pies combine the unassuming simplicity of post-war pop with the brasher sounds of...
Their first new material in two years, BONJAH is a band that has truly found their sound and on April 13 will release a brand new single called Evolution...
The Bad Shepherds play punk songs on folk instruments. Not as a gag, but because they really like the noise. They think the songs are better than people...
Adrian ‘Ade’ Edmondson, who famously played violent punk, Vyvyan alongside Rik Mayall and Nigel Planer on alternative comedy program The Young Ones, will...
Gravy Train Promotions presents an amazing night of music dedicated to the master of R&B songsters, the one and only, VAN MORRISON, April 27 at The Gov!!...
WORDSMITHS REJOICE! Adelaide Pub Scrabble presents a brand new event for your Scrabble and social calendar: Scrabble Saturdays The Gov! Come on down, grab...
MIDGE URE is an artist who really needs very little introduction - he has received Ivor Novello, Grammy, BASCAP awards along with a flotilla of gold and...
Described by Rolling Stone as “the best reggae band on the planet right now”, New Zealand reggae-soul heavyweights The Black Seeds announce their return...
The Gov's Musical Community - hosted by the Weekend Warriors - meets here every week. Bring your Instruments down and perform in the Front Bar, all...
British India’s much anticipated fourth LP Controller was released on March 22. The band have also confirmed a national headline tour for April. The...
You got some blues and riffing under your belt, what next? The Lord and Carrie will help you get to "the next stage" of harmonica playing with fun group...
Born in Louisiana in 1963, his father was blues guitarist Hideaway Slim and his mother was from the Bullock family synonymous with one Anna Mae Bullock...
Pretty Ugly is the newest best band in Adelaide! They're pretty damn ugly. Just look at the members, it doesn't take long to see whats going on here. In...
This April, The Drones are heading out in the I See Seaweed Tour, playing some of the most iconic venues they’ve set foot in to date, including a night...
Astro Cobalt are Adelaide's youngest bluegrass band. So far, they have played to rapturous reception at the Wirrina Bluegrass Festival and the Fleurieu...
Lennard Promotions has announced that due to Mick Taylor’s current ill health, the tour has unfortunately been cancelled. Lennard Promotions apologies for...
The Gov hosts Obsession, the first in a series of Under 18s school holiday dance events featuring four hard-hitting local DJs: Dj Krunk, Nick Athens, Dj...
TEEN RUSH THE CONCERT tour promoter Concrete Bass Entertainment announces that, “due to reasons beyond our control, What About Tonight will no longer be...
One of the most recognisable & influential voices in progressive rock, as the lead vocalist and creative force behind the band Yes, Jon Anderson was...
Come experience a taste of the Greek nightlife at The Governor Hindmarsh. OPA! Live is back again, this time with a live 7 piece Greek band 'ONEIRO',...
Brisbane’s Blues Rock exponents Transvaal Diamond Syndicate are one of the hardest working acts in the country. After punching out a 63-date national tour...
Purpose, the restless yet calculated mind behind the now infamous ‘If the City Had A Voice’ mixtape series, is hardly a new face in the Australian Hip-Hop...
Isaac Lomman is an Australian Comedy Stage Hypnotist, and he brings you a show like no other! Based entirely on audience participation, every show is...
Isaac Lomman is an Australian Comedy Stage Hypnotist bringing you a show like no other! Based entirely on audience participation, every show is different...
There would be few overseas artists who could claim over thirty Australian tours since the late 1990s, but Eugene "Hideaway" Bridges has made Australia...
The Roshambos are an indie pop outfit from Brisbane, Queensland, who have been turning heads over the past 12 months with their catchy song writing and...
Jake is taking the instrument to a place that I can't see anybody else catching up with him."- Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam) after releasing his own album of...
Nigel Wearne is a country/folk singer-songwriter whose music has an intimate and poignant narrative. Equipped with personally handcrafted guitars, his...
On Friday the 5th of April, at the Governor Hindmarsh Hotel, local songwriter Max Savage will release his first studio ep. Recorded over nearly three...
Finbur Furey is like a bottle of fine wine, simply getting better with age. The accomplished singer, songwriter, banjoist, guitarist, flautist and tin...
Come along and enjoy a night of jazzy sounds at The Gov with the talented kids from St Mary's, St Micheal's, Blackfriars and Christian Brothers Colleges....
Music Works is a dynamic day of musical fun for everyone to enjoy! There'll be special guests to keep you rocking and rolling!
This is the event that kick started the Latino boom in Adelaide back in the millennium and the Gov will be set ablaze this Easter Weekend with 100%...
You may know him as the Swamp Fox, you may know him by his birth name, you may just know his timeless music, but it doesn’t really matter how you know him...
Sounding fifty years out of time and traversing genres without concern, it is unlike anything else you will hear” Clash MusicIt’s rare these days to find...
You could call Taj Mahal a singer, composer, producer, two-time Grammy-winner, world-class musical collaborator, musicians' advocate, world traveller,...
Got some harmonica basics under your belt but don't know where to take it next? Come visit SA's most innovative harp player Lord Stompy @ The Gov and...
Just climb up on my music and my songs will set you free…” – Rodriguez CLIMB UP ON MY MUSIC42 years has passed since the release of his debut album Cold...
Leon Hewer's musical history runs the gamut from overwrought avant-metal to understated acoustica, with many stops between. Originally from Darwin, he's...
James Abberley Is an Acoustic solo artist from Country South Australia, He was borne in 1991 and grew up in Owen SA, a small country town roughly 100km...
A main stage slot at the Southbound Festival, Emperors get ready for the Perth leg of The Big Day Out on Monday, January 28. They'll be on the Red Stage...
Grinspoon, one of Australia’s most loved live rock bands are hitting the road and coming your way. In September this year they released their seventh...
“She’s like my rockabilly Etta James. I love her, she’s so brilliant. I don’t think ‘Rollin’ in the Deep’ would exist if it wasn’t for Wanda Jackson” –...
Grammy-nominated & legendary front-man for super-groups The Babys and Bad English, JOHN WAITE heads to Australia for the first time ever for his national...
Bulmers Best of the Edinburgh Fest is an unbeatable night of world-class comedy featuring three international acts for the price of one! The hilarious...
Returning to Adelaide for a strictly limited season after a sell out world wide tour. This new show is a refreshingly honest tale of comedy and life. Book...
The exhibition showcases three South Australian visual artists. Joseanne Visentin’s densely layered, digital prints, full of cultural symbolism. Russell...
Best of The Fest Late Show will take you to the land of late night comedy bliss: totally unplugged, unscripted, unrehearsed but altogether hilarious....
Heavy Load are a bunch of experienced musos who are getting ready to bring a ton of rockin’ hitts played the Heavy Load way. There’ll be old-school...
Soulful USA diva Ruthie Foster's astonishing voice has taken her on an amazing ride! Her spell binding and powerful voice can burn down any stage with her...
Fresh from his epic Fool For Love Single Tour in November/December and a 6-day Lemon Detox diet over Christmas, Jordie Lane is back on the juice and...
Having completed a sold-out solo east coast tour earlier this year, J Mascis returns to Australia in 2013 for a national tour. This time, however, Mascis...
After recording and producing their own debut album in 2012, JUNGLE CITY is ready to spread their infectious grooves to the masses! Quoted as being one of...
Did you know, that the origins of the popular game of table tennis go back to England in the 19th century where it was played among the upper classes as...
The Provocateurs exhibition showcases three South Australian visual artists. Joseanne Vinsentin’s densely layered, digital prints, full of cultural...
With six tables in operation, come dressed as a table tennis pro, for what is sure to be madness. Brodee Brown and Dylan Carter of the Gov's Ping Pong...
Much loved Irish troubadour Luka Bloom is a master of the concert stage. His incredibly gifted electro-acoustic guitar playing guarantees an impassioned...
Fijian-born multi instrumentalist, Jay Hoad is bringing his six-piece band back to the Adelaide Fringe Festival for a very special ‘home town’ pre-release...
Walkaboutfish Records are pleased to announce the Jay Hoad Band will be performing a special Fringe Event at the Gov Hindmarsh on 3rd March with special...
Isaac Lomman leads audience members on a hilarious journey into their unconscious minds. Entirely an audience participation show this will leave you not...
After 42 years on the road and a rich repertoire of songs, Vin has developed the reputation of being ‘the funniest and most serious man on the folk...
Steely Dan's Grammy winning 'Aja' is one of the most outstanding jazz rock albums of all time, influencing the musical tastes of a generation of...
SUPERNOVA performs superlative tributes to iconic artists. For this event they pay homage to Steely Dan's Grammy Award winning 'Aja', one of the most...
The Gov's Musical Community hosted by the Weekend Warriors meets here every week. Bring your Instruments down and perform in the Front Bar, all welcome!...
It’s been a wild ride for young English guitar sensation Joanne Shaw Taylor - from her discovery at age 16 by Dave Stewart of the Eurhythmics, to her...
In this debut solo performance by one of SA’s most acclaimed voices, Michelle Pearson will be backed by a cookin’ quartet of Adelaide’s most eligible...
In this debut solo performance by one of South Australia’s most acclaimed voices, Michelle Pearson will be backed by a cookin’ quartet of Adelaide’s most...
Celebrated local performer, Michelle Pearson, is set to premiere her debut solo show at the 2013 Adelaide Fringe. Michelle and The Gentlemen’s Club will...
The Clause are an explosive 3 piece rock act from Adelaide South Australia whose original & individual sound has impressed audiences since first hitting...
Stephen K Amos is THE SPOKESMAN. Returning to Adelaide for a strictly limited season after sell out world-wide tours. This new show is a refreshingly...
Stephen K Amos is THE SPOKESMAN.Returning to Adelaide for a strictly limited season after sell out world-wide tours. This new show is a refreshingly...
As you probably all know by now, The Gov, in conjunction with Dr Sketchy’s and Delerium Emporium have revamped Sundays in the front bar by introducing a...
Keith Hall and Pat Dow's new album 'This Kind of Blue' debuted at number 8 in the Australian Blues Charts, the first month it was released, now they are...
FREE IN THE FRONT BAR... Take the spirited, upbeat numbers from the blues legends of Chicago & the Mississippi Delta, energise them with the full rich...
Our girl, Ronnie Taheny has decided to put her 18 years of globe trotting adventures on hold after getting tired of the… ‘teutonic high forehead and...
Trent Worley (Pretty Ugly, Truce, Isle Of Vision and Truce & the Colonel) is back in the front bar! Showcasing a mix of old & new songs, his solo set is...
One of Australia’s greatest jazz cult bands, The Necks return to The Gov, February 03; bringing their fiery energy and organic tones to take you on a...
The Necks are one of the great cult bands of Australia. Chris Abrahams (piano), Tony Buck (drums), and Lloyd Swanton (bass) conjure a chemistry together...
Simon Hudson Band weaves a mesmerising fabric of lyrical folk songwriting on a bed of Latin and roots rhythms. As accomplished musicians with a wealth of...
Lucky Seven celebrate their 9th birthday and nine wonderful years of entertainmenting people around australia and abroad this February at The Gov! Joined...
At 4 foot 11 inches audiences are never quite prepared forthe powerful voice that comes from Michaela’s tiny frame. Her range is impressive and the...
After a long hiatus, and years of constant requests from their fans, the multiple ARIA award winning rock band The Superjesus will reform for one night...
Get ready to dance the night away with Adelaide's premier Latin band - SALCEDO! Led by multi-faceted Colombian musician, Hugo Salcedo, SALCEDO band...
Red Emmett and the Katz have been a favourite of classic rock n roll fans 'in the know' around Adelaide for years.Started by Red Emmel (vocals), Dino...
Whilst many other bands of their era have since vanished, the Bondi Cigars are true survivors and a testament to their distinctive no-nonsense approach to...
When the Bondi Cigars were first gigging around Sydney, in late 1989, they moved in a blues / R&B circuit which, while robust since the 60s, had then been...
Gravy Train Promotions, who presents the regular and very successful Roots Night series at The Gov and will stage the Deep South roots and blues...
Come one, come all to the fastest growing musical club in Adelaide! Grab yourself a ukulele and pop in to The Gov every Tuesday night to realise your...
THE TIMBERS' thumping rhythms and big misty mountain melodies will cast you away to the sweaty, smoky, melting-pot of roots, folk, and Celtic bushman...
1974 AD formed in Kathmandu, Nepal in the early 90’s. Their albums feature songs that are aimed at uniting a nation and continuously feature in the ‘Top...
Once you've learned the basics of harp this is the happily raucous way to do group harmonica lessons. Creativity, fun, jamming all underscored with lots...
Since 2009, JAY JAXSON has been visiting the shores of France and Sweden. Recently she has returned from an 8 month adventure in France where she has...
Ahead of their time, The Others were strutting their original stuff while most of their contemporaries were simply mimicking whatever style was in vogue...
Clouds & Cream - psychotic pop or sinister surf dub? That is the ultimate question. With their previous single (and title track off the forthcoming...
In the opening scenes of Bowie’s vampire film “The Hunger” the camera is drawn incessantly to one of the most strikingly intriguing frontmen of the 80’s....
Lord Stompy is South Australia's most innovative harmonica player and now he's started sharing the secrets to harp happiness. Join Lord Stompy upstairs in...
Dirt Playground is an original Adelaide based progressive rock/psychedelic rock band that has gained a cult status within the live musical circuit, using...
Say adios to 2012 and Bienvenido/Welcome 2013 with Australia's finest authentic Latin entertainers. BRAZZA SALSA BAND: Adelaide's fave pioneer Latin...
In the musical realms of Josh Pike and Lior, James hails from Owen, and every time he plays at The Gov half the town shows up! Not to be missed!
At the beginning of 2012, New Creatures was formed Michael Tilbrook (Lead Guitar and Vocals) and Stephen Morabito (Drums) but it wasn't until they were...
Cosmic Storm returns to The Gov once again on Saturday December 22. Joining them will be eclectic duo Lily and the Drum. Cosmic Storm are ready to...
The Sundance Kids bid farewell with one last show at The Gov on December 21st. They plan to go out with a bang and go under their original name to perform...
The best of 2012 at The Gov. Mix the Rock with the Cool: Salt and Pepper Swing, a big band for the ages, play Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Steely Dan...
All the Eagles' hits and harmonies back on stage with the nation's hottest Eagles interpreters. A night to reminisce, sing along, dance a lot and...
Sick of boring XMAS SHOWS? Don't know the songs? Can't dance to the music? Well here is your solution: You will know every song and from the first beat...
FOR YOUR LOVE: THE 60s BRITISH ROCK INVASION presents a multi-media journey of the music of legendary 60s Brit Rockers including: The Kinks, The Animals,...
The Indie Folk Acoustic three piece started out in the early Autumn of 2010 when they decided to take a step away from their rock covers to discover their...
Pretty Ugly is the newest best band in Adelaide! They're pretty damn ugly but pretty rockin' too! Just look at the members, it doesn't take long to see...
Let It Be Beatles recreates the sounds of The Beatles, guaranteed to get you up and groovin' on the dance-floor this Christmas!
We are really excited to announce that San Cisco will be coming to The Gov on December 6, with their Wild Things Tour. The four-piece Fremantle band put...
Come and celebrate the end of another busy year with us and enjoy the music of : The Rejuvenators, well known songs from the fifties onwards, Linda...
The Governor Hindmarsh’s main concert area will become The Starry Night Stage for Deep South, while the venue’s dining room will become The Purple Pit...
"Bright, bubbly and exploding with personality, Kelly Breuer is a charming and talented young lady, determined to bring a smile to the face of all who...
Since his childhood, his love for singing was obvious; but without having thought of being professionally involved. It was in 1998 where he started...
Gravy Train Promotions, who present the regular and very successful Roots Night series at the Governor Hindmarsh and will stage the Deep South roots and...
This most vital and visceral of British bands will bring their infectious musical message of multiculturalism and hope around the country and are...
The Gov's Musical Community hosted by the Weekend Warriors meets here every week. Bring your Instruments down and perform in the Front Bar, all welcome!
With 4 Stars from Mojo Magazine, Triple J ‘Album of the Week’ and a sold out European launch tour, Angus Stone today releases his highly anticipated solo...
Finally after many years and failed attempts to get to Australia, Boston Ska Punk act, Big D and the Kids Table, will be hitting Adelaide for the first...
Due to unforeseeable circumstances, John Waite's Australian concert-tour in November has been postponed until March 2013. These shows are currently being...
Local musicians, Lily and The Drum debut their new album in The Gov's front bar tonight. Their set-list will feature numbers exclusively from that album,...
Adelaide Pub Scrabble presents a brand new event for your Scrabble and social calendar: Scrabble Saturdays The Gov! Come on down, grab a pint and a...
Prinnie Stevens and Mahalia Barnes put on the most talked-about, nail-biting, emotional battles in the first season of Australia’s hit music show “The...
This October sees the release of their second full-length album and finest work yet, "Find My Way Home". Guided by the recording tradition of the analogue...
Scottie Miller, (also known as Scottie "Bones" Miller) is an American pianist and singer-songwriter born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His musical style is a...
To follow the release of their new album on October 5, Ball Park Music are embarking on their Museum Tour on November 20.The band are known for being...
Harmoniclub is Adelaide's happily raucous answer to standard group harmonica lessons. Creativity, fun, jamming all underscored with lots of hands on...
The Disability Information and Resource Centre and The Gov are proud to bring to you Club Cool! Club C is on the 3rd Sunday of every month. This month's...
Lather return to the Gov Movember 18th to celebrate the music of Frank Zappa. Made up of 10 of Adelaide's most talented musicians, guitarist Tim Hogan...
The William Street Strikers have been busy over the last year plugging their latest album ' keep left' and working on their new album ' Suburban Songs '...
Performing: The Ending is Just the Beginning RepeatingTHE LIVING END are thrilled to announce that they will embark on an unique and ambitious tour this...
The Strikers are playing two sets comprising of their last album and playing through their new album which is due out in jan 2013.
Possessing a unique sound, influenced by the indie, pop and folk genres, along with the pairs' individual musical tastes, The Royal Gala is a two-piece...
Performing: Modern ArtilleryTHE LIVING END are thrilled to announce that they will embark on an unique and ambitious tour this year. THE RETROSPECTIVE...
Performing: State of EmergencyTHE LIVING END are thrilled to announce that they will embark on an unique and ambitious tour this year. THE RETROSPECTIVE...
Performing: White NoiseTHE LIVING END are thrilled to announce that they will embark on an unique and ambitious tour this year. THE RETROSPECTIVE TOUR...
Performing: The Living EndTHE LIVING END are thrilled to announce that they will embark on an unique and ambitious tour this year. THE RETROSPECTIVE TOUR...
Performing: Roll OnTHE LIVING END are thrilled to announce that they will embark on an unique and ambitious tour this year. THE RETROSPECTIVE TOUR will...
Paleface are a 5 piece rock outfit performing original hard rock numbers laced with the echos of old school Zeppelin And Sabbath, mixed with catchy lyrics...
Front bar folk rockers equally at home on the festival stage, Goldstein are an energetic and original foursome. Having earned praise from Redgum's John...
This is just the beginning for Alex Hosking, a singer songwriter from Adelaide who has just released her debut album 'WISH'. Wishes are coming true for...
A groundbreaking recording artist since the 1960s, Musselwhite continues to create trailblazing music while remaining firmly rooted in the blues. His...
Tuedsay November 6th is Melbourne Cup Day, so yes it's time to get your horsey hats out, or better still make a new one to wear for this great Aussie...
After the release of his new album Quirky Berserky The Turkey From Turkey, legendary children’s singer/song writer Peter Combe returns to The Gov to play...
Original masters of swing/ska
Crash of the title', are a newly formed, original band from Adelaide with who possess a diverse range and influence. Crash of the Title are crunchy...
The Open Mic Night Wednesday competition finally comes to a head tonight as we decide the ultimate winner!! The 8 competitors are the successful entrants...
What is Dr Piffle and the Burlap Band? Wanderers, rambling gypsies, international street buskers, sultans of nonsense, or children of some mysterious...
Gravy Train Promotions presents "ROOTS NIGHT 5" with a great line up for a night full of Soul, Funk, and Rock. These Roots Nights are ever-growing in...
f cities were sonic landscapes then Gypsy and the Cat's 2010 breakout Gilgamesh would arguably find itself somewhere in the centre of New York City...
Come one, come all to the fastest growing musical club in Adelaide! Grab yourself a ukulele and pop in to The Gov Tuesday night to realise your musical...
There are few artists as tireless and consistently groundbreaking as Thurston Moore. A man whose unpredictable aural adventures with Sonic Youth became...
Keith and Pat Launch their new album This Kind of Blue Currently no: 8 on Australian Top Blues Radio Chart, with 4 piece Blues/RB/Roots Band, Spectacular...
Keith Hall and Pat Dow's new album "This Kind of Blue" debuted at no8 the first month it was released (August2012) and is continuing to climb in The...
Adelaide's next Superstar is a singing competition that will provide the opportunity for solos, vocal groups and bands of up to 5 members to showcase...
Psychodelicacy, are a poppy / punky/ energetic rock band. Doing original songs with 3 token covers. We are a real mixed bag of lollies from the south...
Last Dinosaurs have returned to home soil after their first European excursion and won’t be stopping anytime soon. They are excited to announce The...
Something For Kate are delighted to announce that they will embark upon their first national Australian tour in five years to mark the release of their...
There are HEAPS of interactive games, live music and activities: Come along and have a fun-filled day!
Take the spirited, upbeat numbers from the blues legends of Chicago & the Mississippi Delta, energise them with the full rich sounds of keyboards,...
The Zep Boys offer an unforgettable show with note perfect performances of the most famous and biggest rock band in history... Led Zeppelin.
Avenue are a three-piece acoustic rock/pop band from Adelaide. Their songs have a mix of tough indie pop and edgy rock, built around strong melodies and...
The combination of Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker almost singlehandedly created the blues-rock genre in a fiery explosion of soul drenched...
James Meston, Rob Eyers and Denis Surmon are coming to The Gov on October 18, to pay tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time, with their show A...
Wikipedia says…GOMEZ are an English indie rock band form Southport UK. The band is distinguished in having three singers and four songwriters, employing...
The Tanzania Education-for-Life Gala Night aims to raise $20 000 to build a new classroom located in a Child Development Centre in the Unga region of...
Don’t keep this one quiet. Local band The Hushes are bringing their trademark brand of acerbic wit to The Gov, to launch their new EP and single Black...
WA lad Junior Bowles plays his guitar with an expressive yet old fashioned attitude. Raw and honest lyrics represent Junior's soulful heart-on-his-sleeve...
Off the back of their single 'Merrily' comes The Salvadors debut self titled record. An album which explores the motley characters and tales of coast,...
Their most realised work to date, Gold Coast four piece Oceanics are proud to announce the release of their new single ‘The City, and are heading out on...
Talented Eyre Peninsula musician, Trav George, is about to take a big step forward in his solo career, the former Kimba lad is on the verge of releasing...
British India are hitting the road to mark the release of their new single ‘I Can Make You Love Me’. The tour will see the band cross our fair nation this...
Oh Mercy return to Australia with their third and most colourful album to date, ‘Deep Heat’, to be released on August 24. To celebrate the release, the...
John Graham, the famous leather man from Hahndorf, has arranged a giant afternoon and early evening of music at The Gov on Sunday October 7 from 2pm until...
The Tim Prestwich Band formally known as "Cruel Game" have been together now for over 15 years and the band line up consists of local talented musicians:...
The Finnatics are a 4-piece live band composed of die-hard fans of the Finn Brothers (Tim and Neil), capturing the spirit of their classics songs from...
In an era beset by an abscess of competition, an influenza of celebrity, a continental flux of technology... and the gasping breath of Regurgitator's...
In an era beset by an abcess of competition, an influenza of celebrity, a continental flux of technology... and the gasping breath of Regurgitator's...
Playing together for around two years, The Royal Gala have gained performance experience by busking regularly and playing gigs weekly at a local bars....
Last time was a great turn out of people and the most exciting and happy atmosphere there. The next MusicWorks on Tuesday August 7th and will feature...
Adelaide’s best Latino DJ’s will play a scorching hot selection of Latino beats – Salsa, Bachata, Samba, Zouk, Reggaeton & more that will have you dancing...
MY GUN is the brand new single from Menangle wunderkinds THE RUBENS. Recorded in NYC with Grammy Award winning producer David Kahne, MY GUN is a shining...
The Meanest.· A new single· A double disc career retrospective.· A tourLate last year SHIHAD released a 38 song career retrospective double disc, The...
Legendary Adelaide 80s band, The Screaming Believers, are set to head line a massive Three D Radio Fundraiser Gig on Sunday 23 September, supported by the...
12 piece band, brass section and all the biggest hits from the Motown era.
Andy Mac is one half of the Adelaide based duo Mic & Mac. An experienced performer, Andy has played extensively throughout SA over the last 8 years....
My hippie GP sat me down, handed me a tissue and said “Clare, listen carefully. Your body is your best friend, but you treat it like a machine. It is...
Newly created imprint label FOUR | FOUR, which operates under the ABC Music banner, has just signed Australian music icon Tim Rogers. FOUR | FOUR is a new...
Monday nights are a showdown of harmonica action. Get stuck into a tin sandwich with Lord Stompy as he guides his merry crew through the ropes of...
Let's Play For...RUOK? Day', is an arts & music event to raise awareness about suicide and depression prevention with all money raised going to the 'RUOK?...
The Disability Information and Resource Centre and The Gov are proud to bring to you Club Cool!
Guitar Wizard', Rob's musical stylings are suited to upfront pub gigs, festivals and stage shows as well as the laid-back ambiance of cafes and...
The four (sometimes five) piece band are bringing a refreshing vibe to the Australian music scene with their funky tunes. Sticky Fingers formed after...
After a successful show last year, Speak UP is happening again! Live music including: Acoustic Highway, The Black Iris, Kylena Vigus and special guests:...
Heath Solo will be hitting the stage performing all original material. After receiving more and more radio play, Heath’s popularity is growing rapidly....
On October 12, 2012 Evermore are set to release the fourth studio album titled "Follow The Sun".It arrives after a three year hiatus from the local scene,...
Katchafire, one of the hardest working and most respected collectives to come out of New Zealand, have evolved into a formidable force on the...
Presented by Wagley Enterprises, Nepali Grocery Store and Kathmandu Palace in association with Ektra Events in support of Nepal Cancer. Featuring four pop...
After last year's great success, the Adelaide University Medical Orchestra (AUMO) Stage Band returns to perform at this year's: AUMO Prescribes Jazz II....
Jon has completed the recording of his first solo release; a 6-track EP of densely orchestrated pop songs, titled ‘OK to Disconnect’, which he plans to...
Following his recent dramatic withdrawal from 7’s Dancing With The Stars with a back injury, Shannon Noll has been resting up, intent on being in the best...
A is for Alpine, six friends from Melbourne who make bold, twinkling, sophisticated pop music. Their debut almost-self-titled record is a collection of...
IVY LEAGUE is thrilled to announce that Friday 10th of August marks the release of A is For Alpine, the bold, twinkling, and artistic debut album for...
Celebrated British singer-songwriter HOWARD JONES, who was a regular chart-topper in the mid-1980's with his brand of SynthPop. He is touring Australia in...
Six of the states top young big bands play a mini jazz festival in our annual Big Band Bash. Featuring Immanuel College, St Johns Grammar, Marryatville...
Melbourne based band Zoophyte are back on the road after taking a break to do some soul searching. They have returned with a revamped line up producing a...
Disco was the dance music phenomenon which broke through during the1970s. Its musical influences include funk, Latin and soul music and the sound features...
The Gov plays host to an exciting fourth instalment of roots night. Friday August 31 showcases three great bands: The Transatlantics, Jayne-Anne Power and...
Featuring Dave Weckl, Thomas Lang and Dom Famularo - Three of the world's most influential and musically unique drummers of our time. For the first time...
Big Band 1 is the first Australian University ensemble to be awarded an 'Outstanding Performance' award in 2009 by 'DownBeat' (jazz) magazine's...
Sounds of Suburbia brings you a variety of the most exciting up and coming SA bands at one of Adelaide's favourite live music venues, The Gov! The bands...
PSEUDO ECHO pioneered the "new 80's electro-pop" sound in Australia & soon established themselves at the top of the charts. Suddenly Silently is the new...
For ten years The Beautiful Girls has been the vehicle that has taken Mat. McHugh and his boot-full of songs from country to country, stage to stage and...
OTV's 1999 début CD "Serious Young Insets" set new standards in progressive music worldwide and has gone on to become a legendary album! Australian...
Bart Thrupp is a storyteller at heart. With his Folk/Pop melodies, Aussie charm and songs that everyone can relate to, he’s been captivating audiences...
STOCK EXCHANGE have been described as a young and enthusiastic group of multi-instrumentalists, who craft a surprising emotion evoking sound blending...
It's been 22 years since the Australian band, 1927, burst onto the scene with their debut album,ISH, selling half a million copies in Austr'lia and...
Like a palm full of treasures buried deep in shirt pockets, Mairead is at heart a gatherer of all things. Her music is wound inside and out with tales,...
The Trafalgars: Even and The Fauves, two names that loom large in the parthenon of Australian music. For nigh on twenty years these two bands of seasoned...
The party is well and truly over for Sydney and Melbourne but Even and The Fauves have added two new shows in Hobart and Adelaide to their 'Together At...