Doo-Bop Basement

“Brilliantly accomplished local alto saxophonist Michael Griffin, whose style is clearly influenced by that of Charlie Parker, has not only shown an affinity with Monk in solo flight when he plays a Monk tune but …assembled and brought along an ensemble – an octet in fact – that not only allowed the Monk feeling to influence their solos but managed to achieve the dynamic, rhythmic and melodic effects of a Monk ensemble and its sometimes spiky, sometimes purely swinging, sometimes humorous ef...

James Morrison returns to Doo-Bop! The name “James Morrison” is known throughout the world for his sheer brilliance as a jazz musician and an all round entertainer. He is constantly on the move, touring everywhere and anywhere fine music has an audience. His recordings are best sellers and James works with the cream of the world’s best performers. Ray Brown called him “The Genius” and Dizzy Gillespie called him “One of The Best” but Wynton Marsalis summed it up: “Man, James Morrison can play!...

James Morrison returns to Doo-Bop! The name “James Morrison” is known throughout the world for his sheer brilliance as a jazz musician and an all round entertainer. He is constantly on the move, touring everywhere and anywhere fine music has an audience. His recordings are best sellers and James works with the cream of the world’s best performers. Ray Brown called him “The Genius” and Dizzy Gillespie called him “One of The Best” but Wynton Marsalis summed it up: “Man, James Morrison can play!...

SOUL REPUBLIC presents SOULTOWN: A TRIBUTE TO SOUL AND MOTOWN - A dynamic and true reproduction of the classics of 60’s Soul music from the houses of Motown and Stax/Atlantic records. An 8-piece band of accomplished performers, each member giving stand-out performances in their field. The show has been performing at corporate and private events in and around Southern Queensland and trips to regional Queensland. Performing the classic songs of artists including Aretha Franklin, James Brown,...

Unique jazz duo The Awesome, from Mallacoota VIC perform freshly crafted original songs and reimagined standards. Bossa Nova, French songs and Latin vibes add to their charm, from one of Australia’s foremost female guitarists. With acclaimed performances at Merimbula Jazz Festival, Moruya Jazz Club, Hippo Jazz Bar in Canberra, prepare to be  mesmerised as The Awesome present a one off night of song as part of their  North Coast tour. Review by Geoff Kluke one of Australia’s foremost jazz bass...

AlphaStomp is a Guitar & Drums Duo delivering no holds barred dirty blues, roots & stomp, combining the deep blues roots of Muddy Waters & Howlin' Wolf with the heat and power of Jimi Hendrix & Angus Young. Formed on The Gold Coast in 2017, AlphaStomp comprise of Mark Anderson (Guitar) & Greg Robertson (Drums). In 2018 AlphaStomp Played in Prague, Vienna & Poland. In 2019 they played at Blues On Broadbeach. AlphaStomp has been steadily growing their audience through word of mouth for their...

Music-lovers have a unique opportunity to relive the world-renowned sound of the late Joe Cocker with a truly fantastic show, This 7-piece band consists of enthusiastic and talented musicians from across the blues and rock scene in South East Queensland; The band is led by singer Bruce Bird,(Lead Vocals) widely regarded as having a Joe Cocker voice like no other. The band consists of experienced ,talented , enthusiastic top shelf musicians including Paul Rea(Keyboard), Dwight Wood(Lead Gui...

Jon Flynn and His Knights of Sin will be serving their uninhibited and unabashed interpretation of the early seeds of popular American music. Spanning the post war years through to the early sixties, in styles from T-Bone Walker to The Trashmen and Hank Williams to Eddie Cochran. Jon Flynn has been in demand the world over for his skill on the upright bass, taking it out of the background at times and captivating audiences with his dynamic and captivating solos. Likewise, His bandmates are also ...

The Hipshooters are Kiwi expats that moved to Australia over a decade ago. They  are an award winning blues/rock trio with multiple brilliant albums under their belts. If you love SRV & Jimi, these guys are the closest you'll get to the real thing. Combined with the sensational originals The Hipshooters know how to wow an audience. Regulars at the most prominent festivals around Australia the guys just love what they do & it shows. Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm. See below to boo...

Billy vs Elton is a tribute to the music of the two greatest  piano men of a generation. The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John dominated the pop/rock scene for decades with over 80 top 40 hits between them. It is an incredible catalogue of songs known and loved all over the world. This amazing 9 piece live band featuring 5 incredible vocalists brings these tunes to life, providing an unforgettable live music experience reminiscent of a time when piano men ruled the world... Doors open at 7pm...

On the back of the sold out 'Riding With The King' show at Doo-Bop last year, BB Factory return  to the 'Gatsby' room with Chicago Blues Masters: Celebrating the music of Willie Dixon, Muddy Waters, B.B. King and more! Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8.00pm. See below to book your tickets today.  

As a part of the annual tour in Australia and New Zealand, Simona is returning to Doo-Bop for the third time. Simona Smirnova is a Lithuanian born jazz vocalist, composer and zitherist based in New York City. Her style is known for its unique theatrical flavor, genre-bending, and virtuosic vocal improvisation. Simona’s current show ‘Bird Language’ blends bird sounds and uncanny vocal techniques into one intriguing performance. Her new concert explores an eclectic mix of ethnic scales, zither sou...

After 3 months touring major festivals in Europe, Uk, Canada and the USA, Lachy Doley is finally on home soil to announce his new Aussie tour and brand new single “No Key Left Unbroken”. A song inspired by the much dreamed of but sometimes soul consuming world of international touring, never compromising your show and performing every city, every night like your life depends on it. Do NOT check out this band if you’re after a great jazz organ trio playing some groovy tunes. This is NOT the ba...

IT’S STILL ROCK & ROLL TO ME CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF BILLY JOEL Starring: Anthony Mara More than just a Piano Man, Billy Joel is a living legend of the music industry with a catalogue of hit songs spanning more than 50 years. As 2020 marks 40 years since Billy Joel's first No. 1 single IT'S STILL ROCK & ROLL TO ME from the smash hit album GLASS HOUSES, Anthony Mara and his world class band hit the road on an extensive Australian Tour performing ALL the greatest hits of the Piano Man....