Cardinia Cultural Centre (CCC) and Brewing Bliss are collaborating to bring you The Thursday Lounge. Offering seasonal nibbles, drinks and live atmospheric entertainment. It’s the time and place to get together for something a little special, locally! Bar and Gallery open late. Live music 6-8pm. To book a table, please call Brewing Bliss Cafe on 9989 6194.
Upcoming artists:
Thursday, 3 September – Mark Howard
Phillip Island troubadour Mark Howard has spent the past two years building a reputation as a relentless touring artist since releasing his debut album Passing Strangers. Forging his own path outside the mainstream industry, he has toured across Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the UK, winning audiences the old-fashioned way, one room at a time. His sound blends cinematic alt-rock, folky blues and alt-country, carried by a road-worn voice and storyteller’s instinct. Four singles from his latest album, Deep Dark Blue reached the AMRAP Top 10, with two hitting Number 1. Howard has also shared stages with artists including Tash Sultana, Tim Rogers, The Whitlams and Alex Lloyd.
Thursday, 10 September – Stephanie Angellini
Stephanie Angelini is an accomplished singer, performer, and recording artist with over 15 years of professional experience. Known as the voice behind the iconic Neighbours theme tune, Stephanie has built a dynamic career that spans from the stage to the studio. She performs regularly at private and public events as a soloist, in a duo, and with a band, delivering her own renditions of music from the 1950s to today.
Her journey took her all the way to Los Angeles, where she recorded her debut album LIFE LESSONS with world-renowned producer Preston Glass. Stephanie continues to write and release music, alongside building and establishing her singing studio called Angelini Vocal Academy in Officer. It’s a nurturing space dedicated to empowering aspiring singers and artists. Her aim is to support and inspire the next generation of performers through high-quality vocal training, creative development, and a genuine passion for helping others shine.
Thursday, 17 September – Jason Resch
Jason Resch is an accomplished singer and musician whose love for pop music and entertaining shines through in his engaging performances and extensive, eclectic repertoire. Whether it’s a laid back acoustic setting, or being a piano man, Jason can adapt to all audiences, and help make your upcoming event a memorable one.
Jason’s background includes working for the U.K hit factory Xenomania, where he co-wrote the UK#1 ‘The Promise’ by Girls Aloud which went on to win ‘Best British Single’ at the 2009 BRIT Awards and receive an Ivor Novello nomination for ‘Most Performed Work’ in the United Kingdom. You also may have heard his musicianship on records of the Pet Shop Boys, Gabriella Cilmi and Kylie Minogue. Jason was also a member and principle songwriter of the Golden Guitar winning country group Darlinghurst.
Thursday, 24 September – Ebony Portelli
Ebony Portelli (she/her) is a passionate emerging performer recently graduating with a Bachelor of Musical Theatre at the Queensland Academy of Excellence under the direction of the renowned Professor Paul Sabey and Megan Shorey. Prior to studying at the Academy, Ebony was mentored by award winning Australian composer Mathew Frank, theatre performer Kath Tonkin and choreographer Freya List, at the Melbourne-based Showfit.
Ebony regularly gigs at functions and events in venues around Melbourne and is enthusiastic to let this business thrive. In her spare time, Ebony loves spending time with her dog Maggie!
More artists are announced closer to the date.
