Sam Curtis is an up and coming guitarist and singer songwriter with rock and folk influences from Naarm/Melbourne. Sam has been playing live venues since he was 17 after discovering his passion for music and performing.

Heavily inspired by Australian artists such as Xavier Rudd, Tash Sultana and John Butler, Sam creates his own unique sound and songwriting style by drawing on his own lived experience.

Steadily developing his repertoire and stagecraft into an exciting and captivating live set, covering the full scope of a band by himself.

James C. Atkins bringing his take on roots music to The Drunken Poet.

James’ songs have an emphasis on storytelling and rawness.

He Has been playing live for over 10 years with a real love for performance. His passion for his songs and playing them comes across when he’s performing. He released two singles in 2024 including his debut on his way to building a career.

With his guitar, stomp and roaring voice its bound to be a great night.