Grand WaZoo presents The Soul Queens (one Night Only) at Bird's Basement Jazz Club

GRAND WAZOO presents THE SOUL QUEENS (One Night Only)
As part of Grand WaZoo’s 45 Years Legacy Tour, the band that helped define Australia’s Live Soul Scene turns the spotlight upon the female voices that shaped an era. For one night only, the stage belongs entirely to the Queens!
Saturday, JUNE 20, 2026, at Bird’s Basement, Melbourne.

Three incredible singers showcase this unforgettable repertoire. They are Soul doyenne Anastasia Aspeling, the ever-compelling Ms Melanie, and blues-soul powerhouse, Andrea Marr - who lead a show devoted to the women who set the gold standard, such as Tina Turner, Etta James, Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Martha Reeves, Janis Joplin and more....

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GRAND WAZOO presents THE SOUL QUEENS (One Night Only)
As part of Grand WaZoo’s 45 Years Legacy Tour, the band that helped define Australia’s Live Soul Scene turns the spotlight upon the female voices that shaped an era. For one night only, the stage belongs entirely to the Queens!
Saturday, JUNE 20, 2026, at Bird’s Basement, Melbourne.

Three incredible singers showcase this unforgettable repertoire. They are Soul doyenne Anastasia Aspeling, the ever-compelling Ms Melanie, and blues-soul powerhouse, Andrea Marr - who lead a show devoted to the women who set the gold standard, such as Tina Turner, Etta James, Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Martha Reeves, Janis Joplin and more.

Expect songs like Can’t Hurry Love. River Deep Mountain High. Piece of My Heart, Natural Woman, Tell Mama, Proud Mary. Son of a Preacher Man, My Guy, Jumpin' Jack Flash, Freeway of Love and many more, in a setlist packed with era-defining, yet timeless classics.

Behind them are Grand WaZoo's quality musicians - the legendary WaZoo Horns and Rockin' Rhythm masters - who take the evening to another level, due to their expertise in the genre.

Book Now for this celebration of enduring Female Soul Artists - performed by Australia’s longest-running, dedicated, 13 x piece Ensemble - still delivering with energy, class and style.

A scintillating show with Grand WaZoo's SOUL QUEENS awaits you !

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