Don Glori is the alter ego (and anagram) of producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Gordon Li. A product of the genre-bending melting pot that is Naarm / Melbourne, Don Glori is now based in London, where he represents his roots on the global stage.

Greg Woodward is a versatile cellist who’s been performing for almost three decades. When gigging solo, he incorporates looping into his act, approaching it as a form of live-action composing, developing fresh ideas through layering, electronic effects, jazz-inflected solo lines and mood shifts.

Gabriel Altman is an Argentine singer-songwriter who merges Latin alternative rock with a modern, experimental edge. Incorporating synths, drum machines and elements of ambient, house music and electronica, his set is as unexpected as it is original.

Laissez-faire arrangements of alt-country, reggae and folk songs, led by the one and only Spoon B. Daisy. Groove along as he pleads for a zero-carbon interment of his Indigenous remains and poetically argues that violence is never the answer.

Originally from Tasmania, Claire Angel Bonner is a classical guitarist based in Italy. Specialising in 19th-century music, she’s headed to Mona as part of her 2026 Australian tour.

One muso + one 5-string viola + one loop pedal = infinite grooves, made live and deleted on the spot—no repeats, no recordings. Every set is a one-time-only vibe.

Delphine Dora is a French pianist, organist, vocalist, improviser and composer. In concert, she explores a floating sonic tapestry where voice, keyboards, loops and lo-fi textures intertwine. Drawing on sounds gathered from daily life or during her travels, Dora’s music weaves together fragile textures, jagged loops and shifting soundscapes.

Argentine-born and Australian-raised, Dan Blitzman creates humorous and challenging soundscapes that blend lo-fi, folk and folklore. His upcoming album Tierra del Fuego is half concept record, half graphic novel, blending supernatural themes with sharehouse shenanigans. If that doesn’t make you want to see his set, what will?

Godrich writes pop music reminiscent of the bedroom gods of old. Meditative, atmospheric synthscapes combine with textural vocal layers to form a primordial brew of chaotic, human energy.

Dallas Heron is a singer, sound artist and songwriter who grew up in Tasmania, but honed his craft in New York City. His current practice is focused on monophonic composition, using the voice as an improvisational instrument.

After a seven-year hiatus, the Dave Wilson Band are back together. Best described as psychedelic swamp rock blues, 2026 marks the first original music release for the band.

While their name might sound like a nightmare for parents, there’s lots to love about this funk-influenced group that’s all about semi-improvised, danceable music.

Number Junky brings together three talented musos who balance intricate compositions with spontaneity and improvisation. Expect complex rhythms, unusual time signatures and a strong sense of interplay.

Queen Porter Stomp conjure up mangrove swamp magic. With a sound somewhere between a raucous New Orleans street parade and the haze of a late-night folk festival, they’re set to deliver a foot-stomping, skirt-twirling, dance-floor frenzy.

In the mood for something eclectic? Cool Sexy is an experimental improv group, made up of musos from Hobart’s metal, jazz, punk, folk, and electronic music scenes. They deliver a groove-centred improvised act that could end up anywhere.

Classic swing. Jazz standards, French musette. Oh, and light-hearted songs about poultry.

A five-piece outfit from Hobart, The Beefy Massamen bring together seasoned players with a shared love for groove, improvisation and high-energy live performance. Their sound blends the deep-pocket feel of funk with the spontaneity of jazz. And how about that band name?

Whiskey Dram are a ragtag folk collective, bringing together a crew of musical mates whose backgrounds span Irish trad, alt-country, blues, bluegrass and punk. Think hard folk for vagabonds, roustabouts and seamen—though you don’t need to be any of those to enjoy their music.

Ess-Em have been a staple of Sydney’s music scene since their formation in 2014. They pack a wallop on stage, with frontwoman SM regaling audiences with tales of existential crises, conspiracy theories, climate grief and ‘monthly’ rage.

Katia is an eclectic, classically trained, award-winning harpist and composer. Through programming her own compositions, arrangements and cross-genre repertoire, she shares the harp's versatility and beauty with audiences.

Finalists for Artist of the Year at the 2023 Australian Folk Music Awards, Gusto Gusto are dance-floor favourites. They’re a raucous seven-piece led by violin, trumpet and clarinet, backed by accordion, guitar, bass and drums.

Blues, jazz and Western swing-inspired original tunes, along with some creative interpretations of songs by other artists. Resophonic slide guitar and Telecaster picking with vocals. All accompanied by drums and double bass.

Jodie Flange brings her sharp tongue and dark humour to the lawns. Fuelled by apathy—and usually alcohol, too—her songs range in themes but retain a familiar underlying fury.

The Dead Peasants have a loyal audience that has grown to love their fun and relatable anticapitalist anthems (is there any other kind of anticapitalist anthem?).

There are trailblazers, then there’s Myles Bullen, a ukulele-playing rapper and spoken-word poet from the USA. He shares songs about grief, mental health, navigating identity, relationships and cartoon lore.

Susannah Coleman-Brown is a singer-songwriter, guitarist and vocalist from the Huon Valley. Her music draws together elements of folk, roots, blues, jazz and contemporary song, with lyrics that effortlessly shift between the personal and the universal.

Toe-tapping good fun. The Jane Morris Trio have a well-earned reputation as one of Tasmania’s premier Gypsy swing jazz groups—which is a more competitive field than you might think. Featuring music from Django Reinhardt, Edith Piaf, Duke Ellington and George Gershwin (to name a few), the trio play familiar classics with an innovative twist.

Darcy Gilkerson is a cellist with a passion for contemporary classical and improvisatory chamber music. As a queer composer-performer, Darcy's music explores themes of self-discovery, empowerment, trans love and the ever-present ebb and flow between pain and joy.

Rā Bellatrix is a cynic and a dreamer, making a journey most deem impossible: from the sea floor to a distant star in space. Catch the soundtrack to her ascent, a blend of dark R&B, alternative pop and house music.

Pisco Sour are an indie rock band that balance infectious energy and introspective melodies. Built on high energy, jangling guitars and a natural-born frontman, the group have a reputation as a formidable live act. Come find out why.

Dallas Crane are in the grand tradition of great Australian rock bands. Celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2026, they’ve opened for everyone from The Who to Cold Chisel to Lynyrd Skynyrd. And if that’s not enough to sell you, Tim Rogers once declared that “Dallas Crane is the best band in the country.”

Callum and Jon are two friends who play music together. Which, at the end of the day, is what a band should be, right? Join them, their guitar, bass, drum machine and vocals for a memorable show.

Born and bred in Awabakal Land / Newcastle, The PeeWee50s play blazing pop goodness without the fuss.

Making the trip down from Launny are The Current Drifts, a five-piece indie outfit that fits somewhere between sun-bleached surf rock and dreamy alt-pop. They sound like summer and icy poles—a perfect fit for stages where grooves matter as much as volume.

Limerence blend heavy instrumentation with soft, atmospheric female vocals. Their sound moves between intensity and vulnerability, pairing bone-rattling riffs with melodic, emotive passages to create a distinct contrast.

Kaitlyn Chester is a Brisbane-based jazz vocalist, bassist and bandleader recognised for her contemporary approach to the Great American Songbook and improvisation. She’s the frontwoman of the Kaitlyn Chester Quartet, with the group bringing a personal and exploratory vibe to ensemble performance.

A Hobart-based jazz quartet, playing improvisatory and invigorating music. Expect hits from another age, with plenty of blues, bebop and traditional jazz.

From the street corners of Río de Janeiro to the mountains of Appalachia, the guitar knows no borders. In this collaboration, two long-time friends unite to explore an incredible diversity of music from North and South America. Join them as they weave together everything from bluegrass to bossa nova, the ballads of Simon and Garfunkel to folk dances of Venezuela, and much more.

DG90 are an experimental electronic music act based in Lutruwita / Tasmania. Known for raw, hypnotic live performances and gritty underground sound textures.

Like it says on the box: a sonic siesta under James Turrell's Amarna. Rest up.

Suzanne Ciani is a five-time Grammy-nominated composer, electronic music pioneer and neo-classical recording artist who has released over 20 solo albums. Her work’s also been featured in films, games, and countless commercials.

Basically, she’s one of the most creatively successful female composers in the world.

Most recently, she’s been the recipient of the Independent Icon Award from A2IM, The Golden Ear Award, and the SEAMUS Award.

Frankie Don’t Drown is a Nipaluna / Hobart-based five-piece band who blend shoegaze with dream-pop melodies. They weave both personal and creative messages into their music, so every song tells a story. As a female-centred band, Frankie Don’t Drown are working to create a safer and more diverse music scene. They’ll see you on the dance floor.

Townie are a four-piece indie rock and pop band from Nipaluna / Hobart. They formed in 2023 to bring new life to singer-songwriter Maddie’s original tunes, and have been playing gigs around Hobart since. If you’re a fan of Big Thief, Julia Jacklin and Mazzy Star, get excited about these folks.

Lucy Wise blends contemporary folk with pop-inflected melodies, intricate guitar work and poetic lyricism. To the surprise of nobody who has heard her music, she was named Solo Artist of the Year at the 2024 Australian Folk Music Awards.

Timothy Lowe is a Tasmanian classical guitarist and composer whose work blends technical precision with expressive, narrative‑driven performance. His repertoire spans classical, baroque, flamenco, contemporary and Japanese guitar music.

Spinnabago is the musical creation of Nipaluna / Hobart-based banjoist Hugh Foley, blending elements of jazz, country and psychedelia into a unique sonic experience. Since starting out in 2021, they’ve been named triple j Unearthed Artist of the Week and have played numerous stages across Tasmania and Melbourne.

The Early Bird are a four-piece alt rock band that formed at Hobart College. They play a mix of originals that get the crowd grooving and their own take on a few classics.

Daystream craft their art under a layer of fuzz, synthetics and subsonic frequencies. But while they may pack a punch, they also approach their music with heart and soul. Join them as they tackle some of life’s complexities with lyrical finesse.

The Harry Edwards Trio perform all-original compositions, taking inspiration from film scores, jazz manouche, modern jazz, prog rock and classical music. For this show, the trio will showcase tunes from their new record 'Only the World Remains.'

Ny Oh is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music feels suspended between the elemental and the otherworldly. Her sound draws from folk, psychedelia, jazz and experimental music, creating songs that are intimate yet expansive—rooted in the natural world, but always reaching toward something beyond it.

Ethereal. Intimate. Expansive. EWAH’s work is innovative and diverse, exploring different approaches to songwriting.

Who’s up for good times and sunshine? Sunny Luwe gives us soul-infused pop that sounds like the ‘70s had a baby with the ‘90s. A proud First Nations (Wayilwan) woman, she creates from her heart and passionately advocates for the environment.

The Raccoons have been lighting up Tasmania with their brand of self-penned rock ‘n’ roll and rockabilly for many years. After success in Europe with their last two albums they’re hitting the lawns for a high-energy set—where they might even play a few tunes off their upcoming record, Jumpin’ at the Shadows.

The Sin & Tonics bring high energy, blazing rockabilly and tongue-in-cheek good times. They’ve been around the block and lived to tell the tale—which makes them a good bet if you’re looking for old-fashioned razzle-dazzle entertainment.

Low Flung is the long-standing project of Sydney-based visual artist Danny Wild. Equally influenced by dub’s sense of space and the rolling expanse of the Australian landscape, Danny fuses field recordings and organic instruments with synthesised soundscapes and buoyant digi basslines to create music that offers an uncanny evocation of place.

Troth is the Nipaluna duo of Amelia Besseny and Cooper Bowman. Their music blurs lines between minimal pop, immersive ambience and field-recording-based abstraction. Their work is all about interpreting time spent in natural environments, attempting to engender beauty by tapping into elements of ritual and finding new ways to commune with each other.

The delightfully named Napoleon Dodo & His Wind Up Dolls are a Tasmanian band fronted by musician and songwriter Matthew Sertori. They make grunge and alternative rock with live cabaret and burlesque elements—even incorporating four dancers into their live shows.

The world's best and most pirate-y pirate crew, HK and the Rear Admirals take sea shanties and turn them on their heads. There's a rogue lobster, a murderous captain and six genre changes in one song. If that doesn’t get you excited for Boxing Day on the lawns, what will?

Uncle Gus and The Rimshots are a Hobart-based jive and swing band that’ll keep you dancing, singing and laughing. Playing both original music and favourites from the greats, these folks are all about creating a fun atmosphere filled with energy and banter.

Thomas Skalicky is a songwriter spinning antique melodies and end-of-the-world synth musings into surrealist folk-rock. Think gliding drones and aged acoustics sitting atop loved-up indie-grooves.

Raspberry Terrapin are dedicated to making dreamy, folk-adjacent music that touches on nature, adolescence, the passing of time and love. They feature intimate three-part harmonies and ambient, warm guitar tones that build full and immersive soundscapes.

Quivers make jangle-damaged, lyric-driven guitar pop so good that even REM have slid into their Insta DMs to send some fire emojis. Returning after a hiatus, the band’s next chapter features a new sound and new collaborators Shauna Boyle (Cable Ties, drums) and Thomas Skalicky (Little Island, bass), alongside a rotating cast of other friends on pianos, guitars and synths.

Mild Fires, aka Timothy Green, is a singer-songwriter from Moonah. His songs tie together the timeless tropes of love, loss and youth being wasted on the young.

Damn Williams weaves together introspective stories of sailors, fathers, and Indian entrepreneurs, exploring the abstract complexities of Australian nostalgia. Their album Dog Summer channels the bravado and theatricality of Scott Walker and ’70s Bowie, filtered through the raw immediacy of ’90s alt-rock.

Multi-instrumentalist JimmyBay is a true Australian blues and folk performer. In his live performances, his emotive and original songs are interspersed with honest and sometimes humorously tragic stories from his travelling nomadic lifestyle.