DOORS 4PM // KITCHEN OPEN 4PM // LIVE MUSIC STARTS 5PM
Sea of Love: A Celebration of Swamp Pop Music
Get ready for a night of pure swamp pop bliss at the historic Brunswick Ballroom on Sunday, June 2nd at 5pm.
Swamp pop, a captivating blend of rhythm and blues, country, and Cajun music, emerged from the bayous of southern Louisiana in the 1950s. Its infectious rhythms and heartfelt lyrics have captivated music lovers for generations.
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon featuring live performances by local legends BENNY & THE FLYBYNITERS and THE RECHORDS, along with special guests IAN COLLARD, LORETTA MILLER, EZRA LEE and more.
PBS FM DJs MOHAIR SLIM and JIM DANDY will spin vintage swamp pop vinyl, transporting you back to the golden age of this beloved genre.
Swamp pop's origins can be traced to the vibrant Creole culture of Louisiana, where musicians blended traditional Cajun melodies with the bluesy sounds of New Orleans. Major exponents of the genre include the legendary Slim Harpo, Warren Storm, Bobby Charles and Tommy McLain, whose soulful vocals and sweet melodies continue to inspire musicians today.
Get ready for a "SEA OF LOVE – A Louisiana Swamp Pop Celebration"!
at the Brunswick Ballroom, 5PM on Sunday 2nd June 2024.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and infectious rhythms of swamp pop music one of America's most unique and enduring musical genres!
TICKETING INFO
Please have a digital or printed copy of your ticket ready on arrival along with a valid photo ID. Acceptable ID includes a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence, State Approved ‘Proof of Age’ card or Passport.
The Brunswick Ballroom strives to improve our practices when it comes to sustainability and to reduce our carbon footprint. We don’t sell or provide plastic water bottles.
VENUE INFO
THE BALLROOM MENU
The kitchen will be serving The Ballroom Menu for this show.
You can view the delicious offerings available by clicking here.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Brunswick Ballroom is Accessible.
The Brunswick Ballroom has made significant improvements to accessibility by installing an Acorn Chairlift. (Model: New Acorn Indoor 180 Curved Stairlift.)
VENUE FAQS
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