Hey folks, thanks for dropping by.
Its been a great year of shows so far and I'm currently spending some time in the studio for an upcoming release, so stay tuned.
I have been busy putting together a Podcast - Say It With Guitars - where I sit down and chat with some of Australia's finest guitar pickers, songwriters, producers, collectors and makers. Join us for some in depth conversations that dig beneath the surface and crack into the lives and minds of these wonderful creatives.
https://petecornelius.com/say-it-with-guitars-the-podcast
I'm excited to bring you the Lockdown Lowdown album we put together during the peak of Covid here in Tasmania.
You can download or stream it here:
Facebook YouTube Spotify BandCamp iTunes
Or purchase yourself a copy either on CD or Vinyl from Avenue Records in Launceston, instore or online.
Anyways, please take care and hope to catch you at a live gig soon
Cheers, Pete
There's now a new online store setup where you can purchase T-Shirts, Hoodies and Coolers.
This is a Print On Demand setup but the turnover is very quick and very reasonable.
Please check it out! www.petecornelius.theprintbar.com/
Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society , Cnr Smithfield & Racecourse Road, , Flemington, VIC
Pete will perform solo as the Feature Act for the MBAS 'House Of Blues' event. Doors 6:30pm, Pete 8pm and Jam session from 9pm. Free entry
Pete and the band are pumped to get back to Victoria. The Way Out West Roots Music club have helped put together a sunday session at Pirates Tavern, Williamstown. It's gonna be a ball!
Experience a MINI MUSIC FESTIVAL ON A STEAM TRAIN as you travel along the scenic heritage Bellarine Railway. Enjoy a fresh BLUES INSPIRED MEAL as you prepare to journey through the carriages and party the night away with 4 AMAZING LIVE BLUES & ROOTS ENTERTAINERS.
Lineup Includes: George Kamikawa Oscar LaDell Pete Cornelius Band The Chris Harland Blues Band
Experience a MINI MUSIC FESTIVAL ON A STEAM TRAIN as you travel along the scenic heritage Bellarine Railway. Enjoy a fresh BLUES INSPIRED MEAL as you prepare to journey through the carriages and party the night away with 4 AMAZING LIVE BLUES & ROOTS ENTERTAINERS. The Lineup includes: Miss Lou’s Blues Jarrod Shaw Pete Cornelius Band Lazy Eye
Bodriggy Brewpub is a new brewery-home located in Abbotsford culminating in a brewery, brewpub, cocktail bar and recently a Froff Shop (bottle shop) slash Front Bar.
Once upon a time an Auto LP gas converter, the space has been homebase (and basketball court) to Bodriggy since the beginning. Following three years of council applications, permits, and renovating, we rolled up the squeaky roller doors to Abbotsford and beyond. The Pete Cornelius Band look forward to performing at this great little brewpub.
The Beatles Show is a super fun annual show featuring a bunch of legendary tasmanian musicians and this year is a "Greatest Hits" collection.
Bicheno Food and Wine Festival, Lions Park, Bicheno Tasmania
Pete and the boys always look forward to performing at the Bicheno Food & Wine event. Its a beautiful space to hang and taste the flavors of the East Coast.
Iconic Tasmanian guitar slingers Pete Cornelius and Richard Steele will GIT together to Pick, swing and slide their way around some of the worlds most iconic guitar songs from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. Joined by Bruce Innocent - Drums and Darren Pinner - Bass
$20 + BF
Iconic Tasmanian guitar slingers Pete Cornelius and Richard Steele will GIT together to Pick, swing and slide their way around some of the worlds most iconic guitar songs from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. Joined by Bruce Innocent - Drums and Darren Pinner - Bass. Tickets will be available online from https://www.theparagon.com.au/special-events and at the door.
$25
Iconic Tasmanian guitar slingers Pete Cornelius and Richard Steele will GIT together to Pick, swing and slide their way around some of the worlds most iconic guitar songs from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. Joined by Bruce Innocent - Drums and Darren Pinner - Bass. Tickets only available on the door.
Iconic Tasmanian guitar slingers Pete Cornelius and Richard Steele will GIT together to Pick, swing and slide their way around some of the worlds most iconic guitar songs from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. Joined by Bruce Innocent - Drums and Darren Pinner - Bass
$20 + BF
Come hang out with Pete at his local for some original rhythm n blues. Free entry
Ange Boxall and her Super Band will be performing for a one off show at Blue Waters Hotel, Orford
Come hang out with Pete in the intimate setting of the Royal Oak front bar for some original tunes and a few choice covers. Free entry!
A Splendid afternoon of fun and informative gin-tasting around the stills, with Mike Travalia from The Splendid Gin. Live music by Pete Cornelius and Simon Holmes for the ‘Shed Sessions’, with guest songstress, fellow East Coaster, Ange Boxall.
A gin cocktail is included in your ticket… a Splendid G&T, Summer Cup, or French 75… AKA the ‘Freycinet 75’!
*Mel’s Kitchen will be open for lunch
Bookings essential: Yes
Tickets: $50 pp
Phone: 0447 260 025
Email: info@echofestival.com.au
$50
A day at Spring Vale Vineyard featuring one of Australia’s finest live acts, Thirsty Merc!
Supported by the ever popular Tasmanian songstress Ange Boxall Super Band, and the World Class soulful tones of the Pete Cornelius Mega Band.
Come along and enjoy food and wine and many other treats on the lawn at Spring Vale while enjoying this unique opportunity to witness these three amazing live acts.
Tickets are limited.
Buses from Swansea and surrounds available for $20 pp – more details to come
Bookings essential: Yes
Tickets: $80 pp
Phone: 03 6257 8208
Email: tim@springvalewines.com
$80
The Wallaby Hotel comes alive with an all-day, FREE ENTRY blues rock festival this September! 2 stages, 11 acts, a huge harmonica jam, and a blues guitar blowout to finish the day... Doors open at 12pm, live music all afternoon until late. Catch the top blues acts from QLD, NSW, and TAS Australia! RSVP 'Going' and we'll see you there!!
Pete is finally getting back up to QLD for some shows with local lads JB & Cooj. This is gonna be a time 🤙
After an epic gig here in 2022, Pete and the 4-piece band will be rocking the Salty Dog Hotel again. Free entry! 6:30pm
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to come celebrate the launch of Jane McArthur’s latest album – Where The Light Comes From, in an intimate concert setting at the Beach House studio in Kingston Beach. The project began with great excitement at the end of 2019, uplifted by the awesome support of the crowd-funding pledgers, to be almost instantly ground to a halt due to the various constraints, peculiarities and consequences of the pandemic. But we got there in the end. And I’m so stoked to share it.
The album is produced by Simon Burke (The Meltdown) and features several great musicians and also with production elements by Nick Hererra (The Grove Studios) and Fraser Montgomery (The Aviary).
Please come and join us in this intimate setting, be in our live recording (no heckling!!!) and share in this moment of celebration that one small creative spark survived the downpour. It is an absolute pleasure to be able to finally share this with you, and say a massive thank you to you legends, supporters of original live music. You are so much more important than you may think in this musical relationship.
Tickets are strictly limited, so please don’t delay to get yours. (NB as the concert will be recorded, it is not really a small child-friendly gig – apologies in advance).
“Doing Me Good” is the 2019 release from the Pete Cornelius Band. Recorded live to tape at Pete’s Elephant Room Studio in St Marys, Tasmania over a few sessions during the colder months of 2018. This album features all original material collected over the years since his triumphant 2013 album, “Groundswell”. The 11 songs have a deep feeling of
“Doing Me Good” is the 2019 release from the Pete Cornelius Band. Recorded live to tape at Pete’s Elephant Room Studio in St Marys, Tasmania over a few sessions during the colder months of 2018. This album features all original material collected over the years since his triumphant 2013 album, “Groundswell”. The 11 songs have a deep feeling of ease and contentment as Pete continues to find his flow, writing and performing.
“Doing Me Good” also features collaborations with some of Tasmania’s finest musicians, including Claire Anne Taylor, Ange Boxall, Danny Healy and Randal Muir.
Groundswell is a mix of Pete's original material and some tasty covers from some of Pete's favourite songwriters. Groundswell rocks and rolls with a strong New Orleans flavour. Musicians: Pete Cornelius, Henry Nichols, Simon Holmes, Randal Muir, Kelly Ottaway, Susannah Coleman Brown, Don Bates, Paul Williamson, Jeremy Williamson, Lila Meleisia
Tumbleweed is a guitar driven blues rock album with big sounds and bigger songs. Musicians: Pete Cornelius, Henry Nichols, Randal Muir, Jane McArthur, Carmel Claxton, Ian Collard, Kelly Ottaway.
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Pete Cornelius has been a working musician since the age of 13. He continues to expand his repertoire and impress his audience with his toneful guitar and soulful vocals. Pete’s style is difficult to describe but is steeped in heartfelt blues, greasy funk & soul with Americana overtones.
His authentic sound and original songwriting is unique to Pete and does not disappoint.
Pete’s skill is recognised internationally. He has a swag of awards and albums and maintains his status as one of Australia’s best guitarists.
The Pete Cornelius Band is nothing less than world class.
