‘Joy is near to Sorrow’ Album Launch at the Abbotsford Convent

Melbourne-based Greek songwriter, Andrew Englezos pays tribute to his heritage. Released in August 2023, his debut full-length album ‘Joy is near to Sorrow’ invokes the spirit of the migrant story, the love of home and the heartache of needing to leave.

His contemporary world folk fusion brings together eastern and western melodies and rhythms, bridging tradition and innovation.

Accompanied by an 8 piece eastern ensemble in the Abbotsford Convent Oratory, Englezos will bring the album to life from the dervish blur of Cretan streets, to the hillsides of Turkey, to the shorelines of The Middle East.

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Brother to the Birds SOLO at The Night Heron

The Night Heron, 228 Nicholson St, Footscray

Winter is ending and Footscray local Andy Englezos (aka. Brother to the Birds) is playing his delightful homegrown ethereal folk songs in the beer garden at The Night Heron.

Performing songs from his debut self-titled EP and new tracks from his upcoming album, Brother to the Birds will weave colours and stories and seasons over two solo sets with acoustic guitar and subtle sweet loops.

Enjoy a few drinks at one of Footscray’s newest and friendliest bars and order in great food from the neighbouring restaurants.

Free Entry and Kid Friendly

Brother to the Birds & Tinman

citychurch.melbourne, 5 Francis Street, Melbourne

Brother to the Birds & Tinman are coming together for a beautiful evening of ethereal folk & dreamy pop songs from their upcoming releases.

Tickets: $10 online or $12 at the door. Kids under 12 – Free.

BYO Picnic and rug, or seats available if desired!

Wally Hite Rankin (w Brother to the Birds & Dallas Cosmas)

The Reverence Hotel, 28 Napier Street, Footscray

Abraham Gunn, Brother to the Birds & Julia Kok

Open Studio, 204 High Street, Northcote

Abraham Gunn, Brother to the Birds & Julia Kok $10 entry at the door There will be crepes and cider for eating also

Brother to the Birds

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Grumpys, Collingwood

Get along to Grumpy’s Green! Greenery and Good vibes. $12 tickets through the Bird Brother or $15 at the door

1:15 – 1:45 Random Subjects

2:00 – 2:30 Hyper Snyper

2:45 – 3:15 Brother to the Birds

3:30 – 4:00 Sneaky Pats

4:15 – 4:45 Mountfield Plains

5:00 – 5:30 Beneath The Lies

5:45 – 6:15 Jason Lives

6:30 – 7:00 Katana Cartel

Looma

CrossCulture, 194 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Brother to the Birds David Martel Artist: Taylor Hay / Inventor

LOOMA is a creative art event held at the beautiful CrossCulture Chapel. Delicious refreshments provided. Free entry, but donation box on the night

Door opens at 6.30pm.

Free Age limit: All ages

John Curtin

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John Curtin Hotel, 29 Lygon Street, Carlton

Brother to the Birds 8:00pm – 8:45pm. Laura Knight 9:00pm – 9:45pm. MAYA 10:00pm -10.45pm

Doors open: 7pm

$5 at the door

Soul Survivor

Belgrave Heights Convention Centre, Belgrave Heights

Brother to the Birds – Live @ the Den at Soul Survivor.

I’ll be playing after the main session at Soul Survivor – which is free on Friday night. Main session starts at 6.30pm, B2TB at around 9pm

Free Age limit: All ages

Forest Edge Music Festival

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Forest Edge CYC, Neerim East

Brother to the Birds will be playing at 12.45pm at the Compassion Stage on Sunday 8th March.

Age limit: All ages

Brother to the Birds live at the Spotlight

The Exford, 199 Russell Street, Melbourne

Brother to the Birds will be playing alongside some other local Melbourne talent. Get on down for some good music and post-show dumplings

Age limit: 18+ or w/adult

Brother to the Birds

The Exford, 199 Russell Street, Melbourne

Brother to the Birds will be playing solo alongside some other local acts. $12 at the door. He’ll be on at 9.30pm

$12