Live and Free at the Gaels
Lloyd Bowden
Friday 12th March – 8pm
Lloyd is a singer, guitarist and well rounded Sydney based Musician and Entertainer. He is well established in music industry and has a wealth of performance experience. . Whether it be at a small bar, a pub gig, Weddings or corporate event, Lloyd has the musical talent to suit any occasion or venue. His repertoire includes songs from decades past to current top 40 songs.
Emad Younan
Saturday 13th March – 8pm
Emad moved the nation to tears with a performance on The Voice 2016. A seasoned performer, Emad has a huge repertoire of classic covers from the 60s to today, along with his original tunes and has graced countless auditoriums, clubs, wine bars, pubs and festival stages. An exceptional live performer who invariably ends a show with an ovation and an encore, Emad leaves his audiences wanting more.
St Patrick's Day Wednesday 17th March
Shaylee Wilde
10am – 1:30pm
IN 1978, SHAYLEE FORMED HER FIRST DUO WITH FORMER IRISH DROVER JIMMY CARROLL . THEY PREFORMED AT SYDNEY’S FIRST IRISH DRINKING HOLE, THE ELIZABETHAN INN AT POTTS POINT.
SHAYLEE WENT ON TO PLAY ALL THE MAJOR CLUBS & PUBS ALONG THE EAST COAST OF NSW AND QUEENSLAND. HER BANDS INCLUDED “THE SHAYLEE WILDE EXPLOSION” AND THE 80S STYLE TECHNO POP BAND “CHINA DOLL”, SECURING A WORLD WIDE RECORDING DEAL IN 1984 WITH RCA RECORDS. WITH THE PROLIFERATION OF IRISH VENUES OPENING UP AROUND THE COUNTRY FROM THE LATE 80S, SHAYLEE WENT BACK TO HER IRISH HERITAGE AND WITH HER “SHAYLEE WILDE BAND” BECAME ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST SUCCESSFUL IRISH BANDS. WITH TEN TOURS TO NEW ZEALAND AND GIGS FROM CAIRNS TO MELBOURNE SHAYLEE HEADLINES MOST MAJOR “IRISH WEEK” CELEBRATIONS.
Check out Shaylee’s website here
Penrith Gaels Maher School of Irish Dance
Performance 1:30pm – 2pm
Our very dedicated students under the guidance of Head teacher Marie Maher will showcase their talents. You wont want to miss this spectacular performance here at the Gaels.
Soul Jamz
2pm – 6pm
They say that music is the language of the soul, and nothing could be truer for this trio of musicians. With inspirational artists, Soul Jamz has earned their reputation as talented musicians and skillful performers. From live gigs to studio sessions and more, Soul Jamz continues to touch fans in Sydney with their distinct and enjoyable musical style. Explore the site and check out their music below.
Penrith Gaels Maher School of Irish Dance
Performance 6:30pm – 7pm
Our very dedicated students under the guidance of Head teacher Marie Maher will showcase their talents. You wont want to miss this spectacular performance her at the Gaels.
Black Water
7pm – 10:30pm
Blackwater Irish Band based in Sydney , is one of Sydney’s premier Irish Bands. Formed in 1996 by PJ Cullen (Patrick Cullen) and has been playing continuously on the Irish Music scene. Blackwater Irish Band features PJ Cullen and is highly regarded in Irish Music circles in the Sydney region, he has travelled near and far to play gigs.
Clive Hay
Friday 19th March – 8pm
Clive is an accomplished soloist with a wealth of musical experience, having previously played in various bands, toured and released albums.
Clive has been a professional musician for the last 37 years, as a solo artist as well as playing with popular South African bands, and right here in Sydney with his duo Soul Tattoo. The guitar was his chosen instrument at the age of 10, followed by the piano at 13. Starting with the talent to play these instruments by ear, Clive progressed to two years of classical guitar training in his late teens.
Ryan Thomas
Saturday 20th March – 8pm
Ryan Thomas is a thrilling performer with a repertoire expanding from the hits of today to some of your favourites from the last 40 years. His influences stem from a variety of genres including jazz, blues, rock and pop. Ryan is a lively, vibrant and interactive singer who knows how to deliver all your favourite songs and create an atmosphere to make your event unforgettable.
Jay Parrino
Friday 26th March – 8pm
Jay brings with him a huge song list that spans from 50’s rock and roll and delta blues right up to today’s modern pop and rock hits. He is able to play many different styles, but he is a Classic rock, Beatles, Clapton and rockabilly aficionado.
Bel woods
Saturday 27th March – 8pm
Bel Woods has been a professional cover and original artist for many years performing hits from the ’50s to the current mainstream.
Bel covers classic artists such as The Beatles, The Drifters, The Everly Brothers, The Divinyls, Paul Kelly, Diesel, Madonna, Prince, David Bowie, and modern contemporaries such as Green Day, The Black Keys, Lady Gaga and many more.
Natasha Duarte
Friday 2nd April- 7.30pm
Natasha Duarte is a prolific songwriter, guitarist and powerhouse vocalist. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of genres her music has immense diversity. Her new album ‘Living Proof’ which is solely written by the songstress is a testament to her incredible songwriting abilities and her credibility as an artist
Darren Johnstone
Saturday 3rd April- 7.30pm
Darren played his first gig 21 years ago at the age of 15!
Now a bit older and a bit wiser Darren has seen and heard everything that is ever going to happen at a gig, so he feels equipped to deal with all situations.
The key to keeping fresh in this industry is to learn new songs and love what you do.
Darren sings a wide variety of repertoire from rock to jazz, musical theatre to country, songs from world war one to the current top 40 – you are able to build quite a repertoire with 21 years experience in the business.
Rob Smith “Robbie”
Friday 9th April – 7.30pm
Rob is the founding member of the band, way back in 1996 after performing in various cover bands he decided to start his own. With a love of Surf music and the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s decided to put together a party band that could entertain any audience and the rest is history!
As a bit of a control freak, Rob also does the sound for the band as well as running the back end. Rob is not one for rules, he loves surprising the guys on stage by calling out the the next song without warning, just to keep everyone on their toes!
His other great loves are his family and the Parramatta Eels!
Annabel Chevel
Saturday 10th April – 7.30pm
Annabel Chevel is a Melbourne born, Singer & Songwriter currently living and performing in Sydney, Australia. Annabel has over 20 years experience singing all different genres of music such as Gospel, Theatre opera, Pop, Funk, Rock , House, Rap & more. She has been Singing As a Professional lead Singer in many different venues all across Sydney for the past 14 years.
Steve Jackson
Friday 16th April – 7.30pm
Steve is a solo artist that has worked professionally in the music industry for over 40 years. He plays all styles of music from Ballads to rock, and has performed all over Australia and live streamed internationally reaching over 5 countries. He has a background in musical theatre spanning many years and is a qualified singing coach.
Jenny Marie Lang
Saturday 17th April – 7.30pm
Imagine mixing the perfect music cocktail. A shot of soul, a splash of jazz, a healthy measure of blues, a twist of alternate country, topped up with a dose of rock energy and served with a ton of passion. Take a sip and you get the feel for Jenny Marie Lang and her band’s magical fusion of crossover blues and jazz tinged rock.
Chris Stretton
Friday 23rd April – 7.30pm
Chris Stretton is one of Sydney’s most popular and hard working solo acts. From entertaining the locals at venues around Sydney to playing for weddings and corporate events for all types of functions.
Chris utilises solid guitar looping, overlayed by tasteful solo work, kick drum beats and vocal harmonisation. Adding to this his powerful rock voice to create a full sounding solo performance of both new hits and classic favourites.
Natasha Duarte
Saturday 24th April- 7.30pm
Natasha Duarte is a prolific songwriter, guitarist and powerhouse vocalist. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of genres her music has immense diversity. Her new album ‘Living Proof’ which is solely written by the songstress is a testament to her incredible songwriting abilities and her credibility as an artist
Ryan Thomas
Friday 30th April – 7.30pm
Ryan Thomas is a thrilling performer with a repertoire expanding from the hits of today to some of your favourites from the last 40 years. His influences stem from a variety of genres including jazz, blues, rock and pop. Ryan is a lively, vibrant and interactive singer who knows how to deliver all your favourite songs and create an atmosphere to make your event unforgettable.