Gig guide

17/10/2017

By Benjamin Millar

Newport Bowls Club

Sunday, October 22

Way out West Roots Music Club presents The Rory Ellis Trio, fronted by one of the great storytellers on the Australian roots scene. From 2-5pm, $15 ($10 WOW members).

4 Market Street, Newport

Littlefoot

Sunday, October 22

Brooklyn ‘86 return to their favourite local stomping ground for two slammin’ sets that bring the New Orleans street beat to Footscray. From 8pm, free.

223 Barkly Street, Footscray

Yarraville Club

Friday, October 27

Superunknown celebrates the life and music of Chris Cornell, joined by Alice Remains with an Alice In Chains tribute. From $23.

135 Stephen Street, Yarraville

Williamstown Town Hall

Sunday, October 29

Hobsons Bay City Band holds its annual concert featuring music of Glenn Miller, Stevie Wonder and Gershwin at 3pm. $15/10 at the door or from Murray at muzzassmith@gmail.com.

104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown

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