Free Live Music while you dine! Join us Friday and Saturday nights for dinner and a show from 6:30pm and Sundays for the Sunday Session lunch and a show from 12:30pm. A-La-Carte menu is available and bookings are recommended as seats are limited. Ph 02 6557 4224
Musicians please email music@flowbar.com.au.
Performing since the age of 15, Chloe has worked all over Sydney in clubs pubs bars and weddings… and now we like to call her a Mid Coast local!
She has a liking for all genres of music, and likes to play to the crowd, she’s open for requests and loves to smash out a ballad, chill background vibes to keep you chatting with your friends.
Chloe Hicks is an up-and-coming musician from the Mid North Coast of Australia drawing influences from icons such as Taylor Swift, Megan Moroney and Amy Shark. Her sound is a unique mix of pop and country, drawing you in with sweet and catchy melodies. Chloe has been fortunate enough to play live at Great Lakes Paddocks, Flow Bar, Bent on Food and most recently at Old Bar Beach Festival.
Her raw talent must be seen to be believed and is definitely one to watch as she will no doubt be hitting bigger stages around Australia in the near future!
Chloe has recently released her first cover song. If you want to check it out click on the link below
https://open.spotify.com/track/6ybunJKApBRFSgU5U42RV5...
Nell Tyler wants to make music with a difference, and make a difference with music. Drawing inspiration from the daily struggles of love, loss, and life with disability, Nell’s music will hit you where it hurts, but kiss you better afterwards. Sometimes hilarious, sometimes heart-breaking, always honest, Nell sings the quiet part out loud and gives you a peek inside a mind that doesn’t quite have it all together, but is determined to face life with a song.
What’s in a name?
For a while now, we’ve been describing our sound at gigs as "Jazz Adjacent." We love the sophistication of the classics, but we have a soft spot for the modern songs that everyone knows and loves.
So, when it came time to pick a permanent name, we wanted something that captured that "bridge" between the two worlds (pun intended, Forster!).
After ignoring a lot of aggressively average AI prompts we settled on Standard Variations.
Standard — because we respect the roots, the swing, the jazz, the root of it all, and variations — because we aren’t afraid to flip a new hit on its head, add a bit of piano soul, some guitar grit, and make it something entirely new.
Expect the songs you know, played in ways you didn't expect.
We’re looking forward to seeing you around the coast soon for some Standard Variations.
Cheers, Anna & Dave
The Bootleggers play authentic blues, roots and soul - from the Delta to Chicago, with a few stops in between.
The Bootleggers feature Rudi Wagemaker (harp/guitar/vocals), Geoff Hughes (guitar) and Richard Coombes (drums) - who all wowed North Coast audiences in 2024 with the short-lived but sensational Boxcar Blues Company.
These veteran musicians have reunited to form a classy blues, roots, and soul trio. They bring a contemporary edge to classics from artists like Howlin’ Wolf and B.B. King, while staying true to the storytelling heart of the blues. Their original material sits comfortably with the classics, delivered with exceptional musicianship and deep groove.
Their highly anticipated debut album will be released in 2026.
Tickets on sale NOW! from Dramatix
There’s no denying that Catherine Britt has well and truly lived her life and it’s all laid bare on her nineth career album, “The Hardest Thing”.
This is an album that is intended to be listened to from start to finish. And nothing is held back. It touches on the exploitation she endured as a young female in the music industry, her marriage breakdown, mustering the strength to heal, her road to sobriety and finding love again. “The Hardest Thing” is the ultimate triumph of one of Australia’s most loved and celebrated country artists. This is the sound of redemption and Catherine Britt at her absolute finest.
“Is it too early to name The Hardest Thing the album of the year?”
Jon Wolfe, Capital News
“Catherine Britt’s ninth sees her exuding grit and self-determination … Britt sounds positively reinvigorated here.”
Apple Music
“This is what Catherine Britt does … this is why she’s a genius”
Sophie Hamley, Sunburnt Country
The name Catherine Britt is synonymous with country music and is one of the most successful Australian acts in the genre. She is a five-time Golden Guitar Award winner and six-time ARIA Award Best Country Album nominee. At 17 she signed to RCA in the US, earned two US Billboard Top 40 Chart singles, toured and worked with everyone from Brooks & Dunn to Alan Jackson to Dolly Parton, is the youngest Australian ever to perform at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville and recorded a duet with Sir Elton John. Catherine is also a key member of the successful Americana outfit, The Pleasures, alongside Lachlan Bryan.
Unlike your typical singer-songwriter, Lecia Louise embraces musical diversity, commanding attention with soaring, blues-soaked rock guitar riffs woven through melodic sensitivity and evocative lyricism.
A twice #1 artist on the Triple J Unearthed charts, Lecia has also reached #2 on the AMRAP Regional Charts and held the #1 position on the Alternative Chart three times in 2025. Years of relentless touring and electrifying performances have built her a loyal following across Australia and beyond.
The 2025 People’s Choice Award winner, Lecia continues to captivate audiences with her powerful live shows. Her highly anticipated new album Strike to Ignite is set for release in 2026.
Lecia has performed at many major festivals including Blues on Broadbeach, Woodford Folk Festival, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Mullumbimby Music Festival, Agnes Blues & Roots Festival, Airlie Beach Music Festival, Adelaide Guitar Festival, and more, further cementing her reputation as a compelling performer and formidable guitarist.
Marshall Okell, frontman of Marshall and the Fro, brings his high-energy solo show to Flow Bar in Old Bar Fri August 14 from 6:30pm. Armed with resonator guitar, stomp box, and tambourine, Marshall delivers a raw, foot-stomping blend of original blues, roots, and southern-soaked groove.
With a sound that’s equal parts mojo and good-time energy, his performances are packed with catchy songs, driving rhythms, and top-tier musicianship. It’s a one-man band experience that feels big, loose, and alive—guaranteed to get the room moving.
A SENSATIONAL NEO-FUNKY BLEND OF Original compositions, Cuban Jazz, Blues and Flamenco.
“With nothing but his commanding voice and stunning solo guitar work He delivers a truly unforgettable performance.”- SMH
“George Smilovici is an internationally renowned, Cuban-born musician / composer bringing an authentic blend of global rhythms to the live music scene.
His rich and dynamic repertoire is a smooth fusion of original songs with fresh and funky versions of well-known hits and classic covers.
His sound is rooted in Latin Jazz & Cuban rhythms, Soulful Acoustic Blues and improvisation.
George's performance has no loops or technical tricks—it's just pure musical mastery. Experience the intimate power of George Smilovici live, with nothing but his commanding voice
( English & Spanish) and stunning solo guitar work.
For venues or private events seeking a world-class acoustic act with a unique, vibrant, and incredibly versatile sound, George delivers a truly unforgettable performance.”
Mitch Burgess has been referred to by some as being ‘in between' musical styles - delivering an energetic & upbeat performance with a flair for blues. He is a creative guitarist, keeping audiences entertained with innovative phrasing and expression.
Inspired by personal experiences and the people around him, he has recently launched his first EP, Trio. This new EP is the result of years spent experimenting on stage, and it defines Mitch's sound perfectly.
C.W. Stoneking returns to Australian stages this August and September, bringing his one-of-a-kind
brand of hokum blues, jungle exotica, and old-time gospel to rooms and halls across the country.
With a voice that sounds like it was conjured from a different era entirely, Stoneking delivers a live
experience unlike anything else — raw, hypnotic, and utterly transportive.
From the tropical stages of the Darwin Festival to Sydney's Factory Theatre, the Corner Hotel in
Melbourne to a golf club in the NSW hinterland, this tour winds its way through cities, coastal towns,
and hidden gems alike. Wherever he plays, C.W. Stoneking turns the room into something stranger
and more wonderful than it was before he arrived.
Don't miss your chance to catch a true original on home soil.
Tickets will go live: Thu 25 Jun @ 10.00am local
Tickets will be available @DramaTix
WoodHill is a three-piece rock band from Cronulla, Sydney, blending the raw grit of ’90s grunge with a modern edge. Known for explosive live performances, they’ve built a strong reputation across Sydney’s live scene, selling out headline shows and cultivating a fast-growing fanbase. Now entering a new creative chapter, WoodHill return with refined songwriting and new music on the way.
To celebrate the upcoming release of their highly anticipated new album, WoodHill will embark on a nationwide tour, bringing their powerful live show to fans across the country. Featuring brand new songs alongside fan favourites, the tour promises an unforgettable experience and a first look at the band’s next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to catch WoodHill live and loud!
Archie Geronimi is a 15 year old blues-rock guitarist and songwriter making waves in the Australian blues scene. In 2025 he became the worlds' youngest Duesenberg guitars endorsed artist, displaying maturity beyond his years and a unique tone like no other. After winning the 2025 youth artist of the year in the Sydney Blues Society awards, Archie formed a modern blues rock power trio, consisting of Tony Boyd on drums and Aidan Glover on bass. Together, they deliver high-energy, cutting edge modern blues rock performances.
Picking up guitar at the age of 4, Archie showed passion and drive to be a musician. He became the lead guitarist and songwriter of southern rock band Autumn Blue at just 12 years old. Their milestones include: opening for Thirsty Merc, 19 Twenty + more, as well as numerous festivals and tours across NSW.
Charlie Farmer is an indie rock artist making waves out of Newcastle, NSW. Known for his captivating live performances, Charlie has been building a loyal following through gigs across NSW playing venues such as the Hoey Moey in Coffs Harbour and Flow Bar in Old Bar. Charlie has also been seen supporting some big names including Mac The Knife at Kahibah Sports Club for their "Drowning In Honey Tour", and Jordan Kenny shortly after he returned from his tour in Europe. Recording wise Charlie made his Spotify debut with the single “AGE”. This song placed him in Newcastle Music Shows Steel City 50 2025. And has fans eager for his next release.
Tickets available here:
The album is an intimate and poignant exploration of love in all its stages and features
Katie’s first songwriting collaboration with acclaimed writer Trent Dalton. The album is a
powerful and delicate offering with Katie’s piano and a string quartet the only
accompaniment for her exquisite vocal performance.
This album is for anyone who’s gone through a life shift-not just separation, but grief,
uncertainty, or quiet reinvention.” reveals Katie, “It’s music for sitting with things. For
remembering we’re not alone, even in solitude. It’s personal, but I hope it will resonate in a
way that becomes collective.”
Alone but All One is a quiet turning inward-a return to something essential. Musically it is
very stripped back-just Katie, her piano and a string quartet, recorded live in her lounge
room on Gubbi Gubbi Country in the hills behind Nambour, Queensland.
It feels like a deep breath before the next chapter. The creative intention is clear: to honour
this moment, share it with care, and trust that others will feel themselves in it too.
Tickets available here:
The album is an intimate and poignant exploration of love in all its stages and features
Katie’s first songwriting collaboration with acclaimed writer Trent Dalton. The album is a
powerful and delicate offering with Katie’s piano and a string quartet the only
accompaniment for her exquisite vocal performance.
This album is for anyone who’s gone through a life shift-not just separation, but grief,
uncertainty, or quiet reinvention.” reveals Katie, “It’s music for sitting with things. For
remembering we’re not alone, even in solitude. It’s personal, but I hope it will resonate in a
way that becomes collective.”
Alone but All One is a quiet turning inward-a return to something essential. Musically it is
very stripped back-just Katie, her piano and a string quartet, recorded live in her lounge
room on Gubbi Gubbi Country in the hills behind Nambour, Queensland.
It feels like a deep breath before the next chapter. The creative intention is clear: to honour
this moment, share it with care, and trust that others will feel themselves in it too.
The music of Newcastle-born vocalist/pianist, composer and bandleader Steph Russell is a mercurial blend of prog-jazz, folk, neo-soul, and improvisational influences. A graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and recipient of the Generations in Jazz Vocal Scholarship, Steph has collaborated with leading Australian and international artists including Kate Ceberano, Vanessa Amorosi, Paulini, Dami Im, Patti Austin, Jazzmeia Horn, James Morrison and John Paul Young. Steph is the 2026 recipient of the 2MBS Fine Music Ken Weatherley Scholarship, and the 2020 winner of the Australian Singing Competition (Jazz Category) judged by Katie Noonan. Driven by a deep fascination with nuanced, allegorical storytelling- and the philosophy that a good lyric lands best when paired with the right harmony (think a fine pinot noir meeting the right brie)- her capricious yet compelling sonic world draws from influences as diverse as Radiohead, Madison Cunningham, Ben Folds, Esperanza Spalding and Stevie Wonder.
Raised in rural Canada and currently based in Montreal QC, Talel McBriar weaves together sounds of traditional folk with alternative indie-rock. Guided by haunting melodies and dreamy vocals, Talel’s lyrics ruminate on the landscapes of both outer influences and inner thoughts. Originally performing in the duo Ella and Talel, their song October earned them the Kootenay Music Award for Best Original Roots Song in 2018, which marked the start of Talel’s growing presence in the BC indie-folk music scene. Since then, she has performed extensively across Canada, opening for notable artists and performing at folk festivals. As her following grows, Talel is carving out a space for herself as an honest songwriter and authentic voice in the Canadian folk music scene and beyond. Her debut record titled 'Light the Hallway' and released October 9th 2026, turns big feelings and quiet contemplations into a collection of cathartic indie-folk ballads. She is currently on tour through Australia performing duo sets with her fiddle player Maria Peddle.
Shane Blade is a seasoned performer, songwriter and producer with more than 25 years of experience captivating audiences across stages large and small. Blending alternative folk and rock, his original music explores life's winding roads and personal transformations. Whether performing intimate acoustic sets or commanding festival crowds, Shane's authentic storytelling and versatile musicianship create performances that leave a lasting impression.
Nice Verdes, a musical duo formed in 2003, create a distinctive blend of original music inspired by the rhythms and melodies of Cuba, Colombia, and beyond. With Cuban tres, accordion, guitar, harmonica, and rich vocal harmonies, they weave together soundscapes that are vibrant, textured, and full of energy. Moving fluidly across genres, they have crafted a sound uniquely their own within the world of indie global folk. Their music has carried them to stages and festivals across Australia, Canada, Europe, Latin America, and New Zealand, including a performance at the UNESCO-recognised Encuentro Vallenato Femenino in Valledupar, Colombia. Focused on collaboration and shared experience, Nice Verdes craft performances that feel welcoming and engaging. They invite audiences into a space where music connects people, weaving together rhythms and melodies.
