Ella Thompson invites you to join her for the launch of the stunningly soulful new album Ripple on the Wing on Saturday February 8th at the Night Cat.

Helping her celebrate this auspicious occasion are very special guests: instrumental funk icons The Pro-Teens and Naarm’s esteemed soul queen, and rare soul collector, Miss Goldie.

Echoing 1960s lowrider love songs and sweet-soul anthems with haunting cinematic arrangements, Ripple on the Wing is a sweet & spooky modern take on classic soul music.

Ella's lyrics explore themes of belonging, both to the microscopic & the universal. She invites listeners to contemplate the vast expanse of human emotion and the interconnectedness of all things. The album is backed by an impeccable band featuring members of Surprise Chef alongside other local soul luminaries.

Live, Ella’s show is a hypnotic, hard-hitting presentation of her voice propelled by an oh-so tasteful rhythm section and blazing horns. When opening for soul legend Lee Fields in Melbourne, he described her as: “One of the most creative individuals I have heard in a very long time.”

Ella grew up listening & learning from Australian soul Icon Renee Geyer, who mentored her as a teenager and took Ella on her first ever tour. Since then she has toured with the likes of Mark Ronson, and supported artists such as Lee Fields, Thee Sacred Souls, Jalen Ngonda & Angel Olsen.

The last 12 months has brought a prolific hot streak of releases, with 2023's breakout Domino, followed up with November’s Ripple on the Wing, both out on legendary soulful imprint Hopestreet Recordings.

This is a show not to be missed!

‘A talent like hers will always seek to forge to your own path, I’ve been so impressed with this latest solo material’ - BBC’s Craig Charles

‘Thompson’s expressive vocals lean towards jazz atop some richly soulful backdrops.’ - CLASH

‘A wonderful set of moody cinematic R&B/soul songs with a golden nostalgic touch reminiscent of Charlotte Day Wilson, Kadhja Bonet, Cleo Sol, and Charlotte Dos Santos.’ - KEXP

‘Constant goosebumps and the body does not lie’ Miss Goldie, Boss Action PBS FM

“Occasionally you stumble upon an artist that feels like a true find, a sound that could live in any of the last five decades” Ones To Watch UK

We acknowledge that this event will be held on Wurundjeri land of the Kulin Nation and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.

TICKETING INFO

Set times are subject to change.
When ticket sales have closed on the day of the show they may still be available at the door.

Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable

A booking fee applies to all advance tickets.

VENUE INFO

Photo ID is essential, acceptable ID is a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence or Passport
The venue reserves the right to refuse admission to any person.
Intoxicated persons will not be admitted.
Dangerous behaviour including Crowd Surfing, Stage Diving, Moshing and Violent Dancing is not allowed and will result in your immediate removal from this venue.
Inappropriate behaviour at this venue will lead to your banning.

COVID-19 SAFETY GUIDELINES

We ask that all patrons exercise common sense and hygiene practices while in the venue.

Hand sanitiser is available at point of entry and throughout the venue.

Please stay home if you are feeling unwell.