FRIDAY, MAY 31ST, 2024
Tickets: $15 Door: $20
Dinner & Show: 1 x Ticket + 3 Course: $95
Double Pass: 2 x Tickets + Charcuterie & Cheese sharing board $76
Limited Tickets available. Double Pass and D&S are guaranteed front seating.
Cocktail Bar: Open from 5pm.
General Admission Doors: 6:30pm. Show: 7:30pm
Dinner times Pre show: 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 6:45pm, 7pm
Genre: A crossover of classical and pop music. It’s dark. It’s emotive. It’s exciting. It’s supremely engrossing.
About:
What the press are saying about EMILY/GRANT
EMILY/GRANT “is a crossover of classical and pop music. It’s dark. It’s emotive. It’s exciting. It’s supremely engrossing. It’s just so complimentary, the guitar and the piano; it works so brilliantly. Don't try and pigeonhole it because you can't. It's unique, it's original, it's got atmosphere. It's just got everything that is so special about Australian music and it's got it all in one band" DAVE ANGER, 100.3 FM
SHOW NOTES
EMILY/GRANT is the unlikely but formidable duo of rock loving guitarist Grant Staines and conservatorium trained pianist Emily Coyle (piano, vocals) whose original songs traverse an “eclectic, complex yet accessible style which effortlessly mixes elements of classical, funk, blues, rock, pop and jazz”( X-press magazine)
Don’t be fooled by your notion of a “duo”; witnessing Grant’s “buckley-esque guitar work” (X-press magazine) alongside Emily’s “soaring vocals” (Hype Magazine) and ivory pounding skill at the piano, you won't be left wondering why EMILY/GRANT’s cinematic sound and evocative lyrics have captured audiences from Spain, to Paris and New York; arresting audiences from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, MONA and the NHOW Music Hotel, Berlin and attracting musical collaborations which bend from Australian Jazz alumni to electronica artists of London’s dance music kingdom “Ministry of Sound’.
EMILY/ GRANT are thrilled to be returning to the Palais to perform songs from their latest studio releases “The City” and "Turning Around” which consolidated their reputation as one of those unique Australian artists whose inimitable style cannot be put into a box. If you love sophisticated, compelling Australian songwriting, you won’t want to miss this.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT EMILY/GRANT’s MUSIC
"Absolutely beguiling! Emily and Grant’s music whisks you away on a cerebral journey replete with complex emotions, thoughts and images. A track to lose yourself in. And indicative of the type of sophisticated and layered music we have come to expect from these two exceptional musicians. Prepare to be completely captivated and wanting more" JELDAI KING
“Musical sophistication, individuality, diversity and a touch of simplicity all tastefully infused into an impressive whole. By the third play through … I was hooked” Feature review, BANDCAMP
"Not since Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” has high concept song-smithery and graphic art conspired to deliver such a viscerally emotional gut-punch. Move over Roger Waters; stand aside Gerald Scarfe - finally, after 40 years, there’s some genuine contenders in your wheelhouse: EMILY/GRANT." ANGUS ASINOV
“Beautiful vocals … dark intensity … great build and cool dynamics. Superb guitar-ing and melodies” ROBYN YOULTEN, SOUNDCLOUD
"Capturing the story and intrigue of villainy and prevailing power, EMILY/GRANT's ‘THE CITY’ takes the listener on a journey into the wild, beautiful and unexpected" BONNIE JOY HUGHES
"Like the finest of wines, these musicians know how to concoct and brew a delicious, mouth-wateringly intoxicating auditory experience. I can’t believe this intricate soundscape has been produced by two people alone. ‘The City’ by EMILY/GRANT showcases exactly what sacrifice for your art can achieve. The animation is incredible and captures the atmospheric narrative perfectly. However, the desperation conveyed in this power-drunk, sobering story, is carried along by the blissfully brilliant music and lyrics that remind us of the magic that freedom affords those who escape being trapped. It is transformative. From dark and moody, it undulates to sweet and promising with a rhythm and pace that cannot be predicted but makes complete sense. Pour me more." MATTY LOWE
"Self-appointed sirs & perfect crimes ...the perfect storm of Emily Grant magic makes me want to run to and from the lights! Amazing! Mesmerising! Stunning!" OAK&HOLLY
“Like an adventure” Crisp Bellemone, SOUNDCLOUD
"I had goosebumps from the opening moments of the song, and they didn't go away. Emily's soaring voice is breathtaking, as is the vision & scope of the song. I don't think I've ever seen a more perfect synastry between music & visual representation. Russ has created a gritty, glamorous world that is powerful & seductive. The City left me craving more of Emily Grant's music and the world that it takes place in. It may be greedy, but I want a full length visually accompanied album next!" WAYFINDER
‘Stunning vocals, hypnotic storytelling and like a beautiful allegory, I wanted to dive in for more and more. THE CITY is a delicious fudge sundae you can’t stop. You simply have to keep going" MS MAYA
“Potentially iconic… stunning… this song has Bond all over it; it is every bit as good as Adele’s SYKFALL… quite simply, a masterpiece ” GARY COURTLAND MYLES, SOUNDCLOUD
“Wow, you’re amazing @emilygrantmusic” @suzedemarchi, BABY ANIMALS
Note: Most performances are a combination of seated and standing format. Seating is provided for Dinner and Charcuterie bookings and for most General Admission depending on numbers. If you require a seat we suggest you arrive when the doors open. Bar food available from 6:30pm-9pm. Pre Cocktail & drinks available from 5pm in the Salon.
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Nominated for Best Regional Venue (Established) in Music Victoria Awards 2022
