Late-Night Jazz Shows in Melbourne

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 8.30PM FOR A 9PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 9PM-11PM) After a one-year hiatus, Elly Poletti returns with her incredible band to perform their much-loved show WE MAY NEVER MEET AGAIN: THE MUSIC OF AMY WINEHOUSE. Featuring the soul-drenched voice of Elly Poletti backed by an electrifying lineup of horns and rhythm section, this project returns to its original home, Paris Cat Jazz Club, where it enjoyed a run of over 30 sold-out performances throughout 2014-2023. WE MAY NEVER MEET AGAIN pays tribute to Amy Winehouse's lifelong love of jazz, transporting her music from the radio to the the smoky clubs where her idols used to play. Hear Winehouse’s most powerful songs in a new light with unique arrangements by musical director Joe McEvilly which “explore, reimagine, and create a different nuance to Amy Winehouse's songs… incredibly well” (Canberra Times) Featuring songs including: Back to Black, Valerie,What Is It About Men, You Know I’m No Good, Tears Dry On Their Own, In My Bed, Rehab, and many more. “Halfway through the first number I start to feel the hairs on

Sat, Oct 10, 9:00 PM

The Radiohead Project Ft. Amelia Evans

Paris Cat Jazz Club / Melbourne CBD / Map

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN 8.30PM FOR A 9PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 9PM-11PM) The Radiohead Project English rock band Radiohead rose to fame in the ‘90s and became one of the most exciting and experimental outfits of their generation. Now a new era of musicians is turning to the group’s iconic back catalogue and finding ways to reinvent the music as their own. Melbourne ensemble The Radiohead Project transforms the music for jazz quartet. Inspired by Radiohead’s radically deconstructed approach to composition and performance, the band explores Radiohead’s affinity for jazz, performing works from well-known records such as OK Computer, Kid A and Amnesiac. For fans, this promises to be a dreamy, intimate take on imaginative works you have long admired. Jazz vocalist Amelia Evans is one of Melbourne’s rising stars. She’s performed with the likes of Terri-Lyne Carrington, James Morrison and Linda Oh, collaborated with pianist Bob Sedergreen on her debut album The First Song, and won a score of awards including the 2017 Generations In Jazz Vocal Scholarship. The Radiohead Project is a chance

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 8.30PM FOR A 9PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 9PM-11PM) Hi, we’re the Little Bourke Big Band and we’re a slightly smaller ‘big’ band than you might expect –but don’t mistake us, we aim to deliver the best and fullest of sounds from our 9-piece ensemble, while also showcasing Melbourne’s up and coming jazz talent from the Victorian College of the Arts and beyond. So come along to the Paris Cat - we’ve got an exciting show ahead. This time we’re proud to present you with THE MUSIC OF CULT MOVIE CLASSICS Who doesn’t love the movies? At the Little Bourke Big Band we love a good movie, so we’ve developed a show to pay tribute to all the great songs and themes that feature in some of the most beloved ‘cult classic’ movies across the 20th and 21st centuries. Featuring custom jazz arrangements of tunes from movies including, but not limited to, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Big Lebowski, Star Wars, Kill Bill, Ghostbusters, The Pink Panther and more – we’ll give nods to the unforgettable soundtracks of directors like Quentin Tarantino, the Coen Brothers, George Lucas and

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00 PM

Late Night Jams feat. The Rookies– Melbourne International Jazz Festival 2026

The JazzLab / Brunswick / Map

We’re back this year with another round of MIJF’s iconic Late Night Jams. Each weekend of the festival we shake loose and get down after hours, with spontaneous, improvised and unrepeatable festival-only sessions led by The Rookies. Consistently a highlight of the festival, these jam sessions celebrate everything we love about jazz, with Melbourne’s local jazz community and international artists mingling on and off the stage. Come on down — you never know who you might see. $10 on the door each night.

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 8.30PM FOR A 9PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 9PM-11PM) James Bond has been an iconic film series since 1962, and alongside each fantastic movie was an equally stunning score. For one night only we have reimagined the best themes from the 007 franchise to suit an intimate jazz club setting, bringing you hits such as "Goldfinger," "Skyfall," and "The Spy Who Loved Me." Playing the role of Bond is local man of mystery, Ben McGill, who will grace you with his lush vocals alongside a stellar nine piece band. Grab your tickets quickly because this one will sell out fast! The Not-So-Big-Band was originally put together by Toshi Clinch as a way to celebrate and showcase the up and coming talents of the Melbourne jazz scene. The NSBB features a 9 piece line up covering all of the common jazz instruments (Trumpet,Sax, Trombone and more...) The band has been performing regularly together, and has developed a unique sound that is not to be missed. Led by both Ben McGill on Vocals and Music Director Gordon Lambie on Trumpet, tonight's performance will include the following

Sat, Oct 17, 11:00 PM

Late Night Jams feat. The Rookies– Melbourne International Jazz Festival 2026

The JazzLab / Brunswick / Map

We’re back this year with another round of MIJF’s iconic Late Night Jams. Each weekend of the festival we shake loose and get down after hours, with spontaneous, improvised and unrepeatable festival-only sessions led by The Rookies. Consistently a highlight of the festival, these jam sessions celebrate everything we love about jazz, with Melbourne’s local jazz community and international artists mingling on and off the stage. Come on down — you never know who you might see. $10 on the door each night.

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 6PM FOR A 6.30PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 6.30PM-8.30PM) Kenny Burrell’s Midnight Blue stands as one of the most beloved recordings in jazz guitar history—an album that perfectly captures the soul of blues-infused hard bop. Known for his warm tone. Kenny Burrell carved out a unique voice in jazz, blending sophistication with down-home groove. The album "Midnight Blue'' was released in 1963 on Blue Note Records, Midnight Blue showcases Burrell at the height of his creative powers. Backed by a stellar group featuring Stanley Turrentine on tenor saxophone, Major Holley on bass, Billy Gene English on drums, and Ray Barretto on congas, the album exudes a laid-back, late-night vibe that remains timeless. Tracks like “Chitlins con Carne” and the title tune “Midnight Blue” exemplify Burrell’s gift for melody and atmosphere—music that speaks as much to the heart as to the intellect. Join us in revisiting the elegance and groove of Midnight Blue, a true classic that continues to inspire jazz lovers and guitarists around the world. Line up details Danny Fischer – drums

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 8.30PM FOR A 9PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 9PM-11PM) Jazz & Cocktails 🍸 Gregg Arthur on vocals Harry Morrison: Double Bass Danny Fischer: Drums Mark Fitzgibbon: Piano A celebration of classic saloon bar jazz featuring standards by Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Cole Porter, Antonio Carlos Jobim, George & Ira Gershwin, Eden Ahbez, Hoagy Carmichael and more. Gregg Arthur is an original voice who has learned from and performed with music industry giants all over the world. His warm baritone and huge range allows him to embrace an audience with a tender ballad and thrill with outstanding vocal acuity, but most of all it’s his emphasis on rhythm and phrasing that has brought him admiration from legends and critics everywhere. “A quintessential jazz club experience.” Eric Myers, The Weekend Australian. ★★★★★ “I love the way you sing, your phrasing is perfection” Tony Bennett Gregg’s album Jazz & Cocktails is available on ABC Jazz, and all streaming services. Vinyl is available at via the below link ... Greg's concert special is also streaming on SBS ON DEMAND. He