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Emma Donovan is back!

We’re so delighted to welcome Emma Donovan back to The Sound Doctor on Saturday 28 February for an intimate duo performance in a special fully seated show that brings her stunning voice and storytelling right to the forefront.

If you’ve seen Emma live, you already know how powerful and generous her performances are. If you haven’t… this is the perfect way to experience her soulful, distinctive voice.

Tickets are on sale now – fully seated show with limited tickets.
Do not sleep on this one!

🎟️ Sat 28 Feb 2026
📍 Anglesea Memorial Hall
🎫 Tickets $70

Tickets on sale now

Can’t wait to have her back on our stage.

Emma Donovan is a celebrated Gumbaynggirr and Noongar singer and songwriter known for her powerful voice and deeply soulful blend of country, gospel and rhythm and blues.

In 2025 she released Take Me To The River, a heartfelt reinterpretation of classic soul that marks the beginning of her new soul era.

Whether performing with a full band or in a stripped back duo, Emma’s shows are marked by warmth, generosity and an emotional depth that stays with audiences long after the music ends.

William Crighton making his Anglesea debut!

William Crighton is coming to Anglesea for the first time, playing The Sound Doctor on Friday 9 May 2026. We have been hoping to bring him here for ages and we are very excited this one is happening.

William is an ARIA award winner and a key figure in what many now call Bush Psych. He is a powerful storyteller whose songs feel both ancient and immediate, grounded in land and spirit with a real sense of urgency. This tour celebrates his fourth studio album, Colonial Drift, and he will be joined by his wife and long-time collaborator Julieanne along with his full band. It is shaping up to be a big, atmospheric night in the Anglesea Memorial Hall.

🗓 Sat 9 May
📍 Anglesea Memorial Hall
🎟 Tickets $45

This is an intimate show and tickets will move fast. Bring your mates, bring someone new, or come solo and settle in for a cracking night of music at The Sound Doctor.

Tickets on sale now!

Everyone needs Friends.

Love live music and want it to keep happening in Anglesea?
Become a Friend of The Sound Doctor!

As a Friend you’ll get access to the good stuff – guaranteed tickets, exclusive discounts and the inside line on upcoming gigs. Best of all, as a Friend you’ll feel great knowing your support is what keeps our music heart beating!

For $250 a year Friends get:

A heads up on what shows are going on sale. Sometimes we can’t reveal the artist name – but you’ll know exactly when tickets are about to drop so you can plan to jump online.
Guaranteed access to two tickets per show. Never miss out again! Whether it’s Marlon Williams or Eddy Current Suppression Ring, we’ll set aside an allocation just for Friends. Even if a show sells out super fast, like those two did, you’ll still have a chance to secure your tickets. And for seated shows, we’ll even hold seats for those who love a seat and don’t want to miss out. *
One Sound Doctor stubby holder – a new colour for 2026 to add your collection,
Proof of membership (a card, a keyring – exactly what TBC!) so you can prove you’re one of our mates
Special offers, deals and discounts. From time to time we’ll send you exclusive perks.
20% of all drinks at The Sound Doctor Bar (limit of 2 drinks per Friend per transaction)
Priority entry. You and a friend can skip the queue and race in to score a bar table or front-row spot.

Become a Friend and support The Sound Doctor. Because the best cure for anything is more live music.

There’s only room for a limited number of Friends, so if this sounds like you, don’t wait too long to sign up. And remember, you’ve heard us say that before!

Become a Friend of The Sound Doctor Here

* The Fine Print

Friend ticket allocations are limited and won’t be held indefinitely – but we’ll always let you know before any tickets are released for general sale.
Tickets are not included in the Friends benefits and must be purchased separately.
Friendships entitle you to purchase two tickets only from the Friend allocation. Additional tickets can be bought from any general public allocation
Friends benefits apply only to The Sound Doctor’s 2026 program.

Sonny & The Sunsets from the West Coast to the Surf Coast! 🏄‍♀️

We’re excited to welcome Sonny & The Sunsets to Anglesea this spring for a rare, intimate night of jangly garage-pop and gently surreal storytelling.

Beloved San Francisco songwriter Sonny Smith returns to Australia with an all-star local lineup featuring Steph Hughes (Dick Diver, Boomgates), Shaun Gionis (The Green Child, Boomgates), and Mark Monnone (The Lucksmiths, Monnone Alone). Together, they’ll bring Sonny’s sun-faded world of boardwalks, diners, backstreet parties and motel rooms to life on the Sound Doctor stage.

Over more than a dozen albums, Sonny has built a cult following for his melodic warmth, lo-fi charm, and offbeat humour. His shows are playful, poetic and quietly unforgettable—equal parts concert, confession and dream sequence.

This is a one-night-only performance from one of indie music’s most quietly iconic voices.

🗓 Saturday 4 October, 7:30pm $45
📍 Anglesea Memorial Hall
🎟 Get your tickets here: events.humanitix.com/sonny-and-the-sunsets

Come for the melodies. Stay for the strangeness.

Presented by Total Soda, Curtin Touring and The Sound Doctor.

Supported by Surf Coast Events.

🎹 Liz Stringer – The To Survive Tour

Renowned singer-songwriter Liz Stringer brings her powerful new album The Second High to The Sound Doctor this November, as part of her just-announced national To Survive tour.

Launched to critical acclaim in London earlier this year, The Second High marks a bold new chapter for Liz. Known for her searing honesty, magnetic live presence and lyrical force, this new body of work dives deep — rich with piano-driven arrangements, emotional candour and melodic strength.

This is Liz Stringer in full flight: raw, reflective and resonant.

But this tour isn’t just about great music. Presented in partnership with Wombat Housing Support Services, To Survive also shines a light on the growing housing crisis in Australia — raising funds and awareness for the thousands of young people facing homelessness.

One of the album’s standout tracks, ‘To Survive’, tells the true story of a young man growing up on the streets of Melbourne and the community that lifted him up. At every show, audiences will have the opportunity to donate directly to a local housing service — with Liz personally contributing as well.

“There are very few artists in this country that can command an audience like Liz Stringer. And even fewer who can break your heart and put it back together in one song.” — NME Australia

📅 Sunday 16 November 4:30pm
📍 Anglesea Memorial Hall
🎟️ Book Tickets via Humanitix

Join us for a night of unforgettable songs and stories from one of Australia’s most compelling voices, with a cause that couldn’t be more timely.

The To Survive Tour presented by Double J, Remote Control Records, Select Music & Wombat Housing Support Services.

The Sound Doctor is supported by Surf Coast Events.

Eddy Current Suppression Ring spotted in the wild!

⚡YESSSS! It’s true. They’re back with new music, and we’re beyond excited to announce that Eddy Current Suppression Ring are making their way down the Great Ocean Road and onto the Sound Doctor stage this October!

Formed in the back room of a vinyl pressing plant in Highett, ECSR have built a reputation as one of Australia’s most revered underground bands—without ever chasing the limelight. Since 2003, their stripped-back blend of garage rock, post-punk and proto-punk energy has earned them a loyal cult following and critical acclaim alike.

Raw, wired and totally magnetic, their sound is as unmistakable as their DIY spirit—and their live shows are something else entirely.

This is a rare opportunity to catch ECSR live. Trust us: you don’t want to miss this one.

Joining them on the night are Dragnet, post-punk rockers who’ve just released their latest album, Dragnet Reigns—recorded locally (Geelong) and packed with gritty, driving energy.

🗓 Friday 3 October, 7:30pm $35
📍 Anglesea Memorial Hall
🎟 Tickets available now via Humanitix: Click here to book
***SOLD OUT*** (in under an hour!) Resale through Tixel or Humanitix

📸 Photo by Chris Middlebrook

Supported by Surf Coast Events.

Local folk legend Leah Senior added to Marina Allen show!

Leah Senior is returning to Anglesea.

We’re beyond excited to announce that local folk superstar Leah Senior (in duo format with Jesse Williams) will be supporting Marina Allen (USA) at The Sound Doctor on 24 May! 🌟

Leah, who we like to claim as local having spent a number of years in town, is known for her evocative lyrics and soothing melodies. Her 2023 album, The Music That I Make, showcases her growth as an artist, and last year, she won the Music Victoria Award for Best Regional Act. What better place to play than in the Best Regional Venue Award winner from 2024 – us!

We’ve been lucky enough to have Leah perform at our hall back in 2018, and we can’t wait to welcome her back for this special show. It’s going to be a beautiful evening, and just a reminder this is a fully seated show, so tickets are limited – grab yours before it sells out!

Sat 24 May 7pm
Anglesea Memorial Hall
Tickets $40 on sale now HERE

Bad Bangs join Press Club for one explosive show

Your night out with Press Club just got hotter!

We’re excited to announce that Bad Bangs are set to electrify The Sound Doctor on Friday 23 May 2025, when they support Press Club. Known for their unique blend of garage rock, punk, country and psych influences, Bad Bangs have been building a dedicated following since their formation in 2016.

Their sophomore album, Out Of Character, released in May 2024, showcases their evolving sound and has been lauded for its energetic tracks and introspective lyrics. In September last year Bad Bangs embarked on their first European tour, performing at venues like The Wedgewood Rooms in Portsmouth. And this May, they’re coming down the coast to deliver an unforgettable live performance.

Check out the clip for their song ‘Contest’ here.

Fri 23 May 7pm
Anglesea Memorial Hall
Tickets $35 on sale now HERE
(Limited $30 for under 30s tickets available)

Marina Allen (USA) rounds out the first half of our 2025 season.

In just her second visit to Australia we’re proud to announce an intimate performance from LA singer-songwriter Marina Allen (USA), who will be showcasing her third album, Eight Pointed Star.

Her voice, drawing comparisons to legends like Carole King and Maggie Rogers, brings a fresh take to the folk-rock revival space with her elegant lyricism and soft but strong delivery setting her apart from the crowd. This show will be a special, fully seated experience – perfect for fans of her quietly powerful sound (and for those of us who like a seated show!).

Don’t miss this one – Saturday 24 May. Tickets on sale now and only $40!

Saturday 24 May 2025 7pm
Tickets $40 (Seated only)
Licensed event – Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
Book now at https://events.humanitix.com/marina-allen-usa

Supported by Surf Coast Events

We’ve Got Music Galore in 2024

It’s only February but already we have an amazing line-up of music guests planned for the upcoming year. Tickets for these stars are on sale now with more to be announced throughout the year. So save the date(s), buy your tickets and we’ll see you at Anglesea Memorial Hall.

USA singer/songwriter, storyteller and funny man Steve Poltz is a cult figure on the Festival scene. A huge hit at places like Byron Blues & Roots Festival, Queenscliff Music Festival and Port Fairy Folk Festival, an evening with with this guy is one you’ll remember for a life time. Don’t be the one to miss it!

Details

Fri 22 March 7pm
Tickets $50 –Buy here

After more than 20 years in the biz, Mia Dyson has a new album (out 23 Feb) and is taking it around the country – with a final stop in Anglesea! Don’t miss her powerful grit and gravel voice, acclaimed guitar prowess and band of stellar musicians.

Get there early to catch local singer/songwriter Ella Sweeney in her Sound Doctor debut.

Sat 23 March 7.30pm
Tickets $45 – Buy here

Get set for an alt-country rocking good time when the Andy Golledge Band hit the road for their Young, Dumb & Wild Album Tour 2024. An Andy Golledge show is both exhilarating and unpredictable. He’s an artist who knows how to write a killer song and how to knock an audience off their feet. If you caught him at Aireys Inlet Music Festival last year you’ll know what we’re talking about!

Sat 15 June 7pm
Tickets $35 – Buy here

Aussie country music legends don’t come much bigger than Troy Cassar-Daley and we are thrilled that this multi-award-winning star finishes up his HUGE national album tour in Anglesea. Hear Troy weave his musical tapestry, connecting with audiences through the timeless art of storytelling.

Sun 24 November 4.30pm
Tickets $55 standing / $60 seated
Buy here