Upcoming Gigs
Check out gigs and tour dates below, or click on years to see shows we’ve already played.
2024
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Fri16Feb2024
Adelaide Fringe Festival
8pmThe Jade - 90 minute spectacular - ALL THE HITS and much more.
Ticket and more detail link: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/charles-jenkins-af2024
Charles Jenkins is a Melbourne songwriter/musician, producer and performer who has released 22 albums, toured Europe and the USA several times and been nominated for two ARIA awards with the Icecream Hands. In 2014 he won the AGE/Music Victoria award for best folk/roots album. In Oct 2023 he released his latest album Radio Sketches – The Third. Known for his strong, poetic songs, exquisitely crafted ballads, unique phrasing and melodic invention, Charles Jenkins is a top storyteller with a sharp tongue and a wry sense of humour .
“He’s too good a writer not to be in your life.” Sydney Morning Herald“…delivers the kind of set that astonishes in its depth, variety and good humour (and) reinforces Jenkins’ position as the songwriter’s songwriter’ – Time Off Magazine
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Sat02Mar2024
George Lane St Kilda Blues Festival
515-615pmGeorge Lane St Kilda
All star line-up of bands….Head to George Lane website for more detail on that one
I kick things off at 515pm, solo. I don’t play the Blues, I told them that, anyways…come along!
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Fri08Mar2024Mon11Mar2024
Port Fairy Folk Festival
www.portfairyfolkfestival.com
Charles Jenkins solo Saturday March 9 St John’s Church 5-6pm
Charles Jenkins solo Sunday March 10 Blarney Books and Art 3-4pm
Sat March 9 ABC South West Live To Air Ocean Stage 4 ‘Collaborations’ 10am to 12pm
Sunday March 10 Future Folk In The Round Pyipgil Gundidj Stage 5 945am to 1045am
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Sun17Mar2024
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Sat06Apr2024
CANCELLED!!! Union Hotel
5-7pmUnion Hotel Union St Brunswick
Sorry I had to cancel this gig! Apologies! All is good
Charles
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Sun05May2024
Westernport Hotel San Remo Solo Extravaganza
5pm til 8pmWesternport Hotel San Remo
Solo extravaganza, by the sea. Free admission, ocean birds overhead, sailor’s songs and more.
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Sat11May2024
Charles Jenkins at Long Play with Little Faiths (and friends)
7pmLong Play 318 St George's Rd Fitzroy North
Multi-phased entertainment spectacular!
Tickets at the door, or via trybooking.com
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1210712
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Sat18May2024Sun19May2024
Charles Jenkins Song Writing Retreat
Sat 18th May 2024, 9:30 am - Sun 19th May 2024, 7:00 pm AESTBlackwood Collaborative Studios
4 Wall St, Blackwood VIC 3458, AustraliaBlackwood Collaborative are pleased to announce their inaugural weekend song writing workshop with Charles Jenkins on May 18th and 19th.
Immerse yourself in a weekend of creativity and inspiration at the scenic songwriting retreat in Blackwood Victoria, one hour west of Melbourne.
Hosted by renowned solo artist, and singer/songwriter with seminal Melbourne pop group Icecream Hands, Charles Jenkins.
Nestled amidst the tranquil landscapes, this retreat offers songwriters of all levels a unique opportunity to refine their craft, explore new ideas, and delve into the art of lyrical storytelling. With expert guidance from Charles Jenkins and collaborative sessions with fellow songsmiths, discover the magic of musical expression in a supportive and nurturing environment. Whether you’re a seasoned songwriter or just starting your journey, join us for a weekend of melody, harmony, and boundless creativity.
Retreats include meals, accommodation, demo recording of your newly minted compositions and a free Q and A session with an APRA representative on knowing your rights as a music creator.
https://events.humanitix.com/charles-jenkins-song-writing-retreat?
Ticket details: (you’ll need to copy and paste the below!)
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Thu23May2024Sun26May2024
Forever Young The Songs of Bob Dylan
Varies...Thu May 23 The Palias Theatre St Kilda
Fri May 24 Ulumbarra Theatre Bendigo
Sat May 25 Burrinja Theatre Upwey
Sun May 26 Lighthouse Theatre Warrnambool *afternoon show
Featuring Ross Wilson Adalita Mick Thomas Lisa Miller Rob Snarski Rebecca Barnard and me
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Sun16Jun2024
Charles Jenkins at the Darwin Railway Club
4pm onwardsDarwin Railway Club - 17 Somerville Gardens, Parap NT 0820
Charles Jenkins is either the best songwriter you haven’t heard of yet, or he’s one of your favourite songwriters.
From success with the band Icecream Hands, to his work with The Zhivagos and solo records, Jenkins has released 21 albums, toured Europe and the US, been nominated for two ARIA’s, and won a best folk album at the Music Victoria Awards.
A published songwriter of more than 30 years, his songs have featured in television and film and have been recorded by other artists, including Rebecca Barnard and Kerri Simpson. He has performed on the SBS music show RocKwiz and has co-written songs withMick Thomas (Weddings, Parties, Anything), Angie Hart (Frente) and Suzannah Espie.
An afternoon show, fully seated with music from 4:30-6:30
Support from David Garnham
https://events.humanitix.com/charles-jenkins
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Sat22Jun2024
Holly 'Cookie' Baker + Charles Jenkins + Jen Lush + Vile Bloom
7pm onwards and upwardsWheatsheaf Hotel
39 George St, Thebarton SA 5031, AustraliaFour uniquely accomplished songwriters play two sets ‘song for song’ on a winter’s evening; sharing the stage, passing the baton and sharing the stories behind the music. A place for friends, poetry and songs, old and new. Curated and hosted by Holly ‘Cookie’ Baker.
https://events.humanitix.com/holly-cookie-baker-charles-jenkins-jen-lush-vile-bloom
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Sun23Jun2024
On Our Golden Hour - Charles Jenkins
5:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe Olivia Hotel
170 Hutt St, Adelaide SA 5000, AustraliaCharles Jenkins is a Naarm/Melbourne-based songwriter, performer and storyteller. Known for his strong, poetic songs, his melodic invention, sharp tongue and clever sense of humour, he has released 22 albums, toured Europe and the USA extensively, been nominated for two ARIA awards and in 2014 won the AGE/Music Victoria award for Best Folk/Roots album.
“He’s too good a writer not to be in your life.” – SMH
“…delivers the kind of set that astonishes in its depth, variety and good humour (and) reinforces Jenkins’ position as the songwriter’s songwriter” – Time Off Magazine
https://events.humanitix.com/on-our-golden-hour-charles-jenkins
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Sun07Jul2024
On The Couch with Rebecca Lister
4pm -530pmWesley Anne Northcote
Head To Ticket Link to check out the all star line-up!!!
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/6396e575-56a1-47a1-85d1-ca0ca864c9cc?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2rCsftuhRyUEK-J3kgsMBtDdnUXMKaYzOcC2_GYO5vJZF5LhpBm3bF1es_aem__R539h8r_olTYy54Fd5J7Q
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Sun15Sep2024
Icecream Hands and Fountain Lakes
3pm - 7pmGeorge Lane
1, George Lane, St Kilda VIC 3182Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1252063
In September, Icecream Hands will emerge from the cold snap with a spring in their step for an afternoon extravaganza at George Lane.They have spent time of late hunkered down in the countryside studio of production maestro, J Walker of Machine Translations. The result: a whole swag of material for a new album loaded with their characteristic wit, wordplay and power-pop sound – building on their ARIA nominated, critically acclaimed catalogue.
This very special show will feature much-loved Icecream Hands hits, plus a bevy of richly-layered, gloriously melodic new songs from their forthcoming album.
Come along and behold in all their glory! With Special Guests Fountain Lakes!
Multiple Ticket Prices + BF
Sunday 15 September 2024 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (UTC+10)
