St Kilda Festival have released a monster line-up of live music for its 2023 instalment that returns to Melbourne's St Kilda Foreshore 18-19 February.
Back for its 42nd year (and still free to attend), the Saturday instalment will be dedicated to the appreciation of First Nations artists with celebrated singer-songwriter Christine Anu ('Island Home') joined by a special tribute to the late Archie Roach with his band and special guests joining together onstage for what will be an emotional celebration of an icon of Australian and Indigenous music.Lady Lash, Jem Cassar-Daley, Jungaji, Dean Brady and Loren Ryan are other First Nations artists who'll showcase Blak excellence at St Kilda Festival.
"Hey happy people. . . excited to announce my first show of 2023 at the incredible St Kilda Festival on Feb 18! Hope to see you all there," shares Christine Anu.
Then on Sunday (19 February), music lovers will be joined by a stack of talent (more than 50 artists and bands across the multiple stages) led by '80s rock icons Hoodoo Gurus and electro-pop indie champions Confidence Man.
Other highlights of the Sunday line-up include Yothu Yindi, Genesis Owusu, Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers, Ashwarya, Alice Ivy, JK-47, Agung Mango, Hatchie, Mick Harvey, Jen Cloher, THNDO, Folk Bitch Trio, Jerome Farah, Jelly Oshen, and The Black Harrys.
"St Kilda we love you, we breathe you, we're playing in you at St Kilda Festival this Feb! Come give us a kiss x," shares Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers.
Adds Alice Ivy: "First show in a hot minute. See you at St Kilda Festival next month."
St Kilda Festival's diverse programme also features dance performances, workshops, sports demonstrations, community group activities, food and market stalls, roving entertainment and a dedicated family-friendly stage.
"We're excited this much-loved community celebration of Australian live music is back, bigger than ever for everyone to enjoy over two big days," Mayor of Port Phillip, Cr Heather Cunsolo says.
"This highly anticipated event showcases everything from the biggest names in Australian music to family-friendly activities and entertainment, set against the scenic backdrop of St Kilda's foreshore, and nearby vibrant Fitzroy and Acland Streets."
Adds Victoria's Minister for Creative Industries, Steve Dimopoulos: "For more than four decades, St Kilda Festival has been a summer highlight, becoming the country's biggest free music festival.
"This year brings a huge line-up of artists to the foreshore, including extraordinary First Nation artists, Australian music legends and up and coming acts.
"Supporting this iconic free event, is just one of the ways the Andrews Labor Government is backing our music industry, amplifying local talent and cementing our reputation as Australia's live music capital."
St Kilda Festival takes place St Kilda Foreshore and surrounds (Melbourne) 18-19 February and is free to attend.
St Kilda Festival 2023 Line-up
Saturday
Christine AnuA Tribute to Archie Roach with his band and special guests
Lady Lash
Jem Cassar-Daley
Archie Roach Foundation presents Singing Our Futures
Jungaji
Dean Brady
Loren Ryan
Caution
Creedence Blanco
Ryan One Fire - Robert Bamblett
Indigenous Outreach Projects
Small Ant Brothers
Pirritu
Sunday
Confidence ManHoodoo Gurus
Yothu Yindi
Genesis Owusu
Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers
Inkrewsive
Jacoténe
Archie Roach Foundation presents Singing our Futures
Devy
Disco Yoga
Alice Ivy
JK-47
Agung Mango
Hatchie
Cookii
Kanada the Loop
Grazer
Empress
Mick Harvey
Jen Cloher
Phoebe Go
THNDO
Asanti Beats
Folk Bitch Trio
Loren Ryan
Jerome Farah
Ashwarya
Marceline
Heavy Amber
Monica Cacaceli
Seb Ashton
Emeree
Olivia C. Dacal
The Listies
Pirritu
Zumba for Kids
Team Dream
Abby Bella May
Sokel
Emma Volard
Jelly Oshen
Julian Munyard
The Terrifying Lows
Guthrie
Tamara & The Dreams
Playlunch
Peptalk
Delsinki
The Black Harrys
Pricie with Julian Steel
Brooke Taylor
The Engagement
Charlie Needs Braces
Pal Mar
Ernest Aines
Canisha & Darren Clinch
Katankin
