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June 2016
Blake Wiggins
As a solo performer Blake concentrates on acoustic material, where he plays a mix of modern and retro music to suit all ages. Blending a combination of covers and original material, his acoustic rock style guarantees to get you dancing all night long.
Dan Sharkey
An outstanding singer and guitarist, Dan is renowned for his ability to switch from one style to another at the drop of a G chord with plenty of laughs and surprises along the way. For more than a decade Dan has been one of the most popular entertainers in Sydney’s Rocks Area.
Whelan & Gover
The pair can now regularly be found entertaining a whole host of different venues and crowds across Sydney with their unique blend of songs both past and present. From 50’s and 60’s classics to modern day hits, their repertoire seems endless. Regularly put to the test by audience requests, Whelan and Gover never miss a beat! With two acoustic guitars, two voices and percussion, no duo creates a bigger sound. Whelan and Gover always ensure a fun night is had…
Dan Sharkey
An outstanding singer and guitarist, Dan is renowned for his ability to switch from one style to another at the drop of a G chord with plenty of laughs and surprises along the way. For more than a decade Dan has been one of the most popular entertainers in Sydney’s Rocks Area.
Glenn Esmond
As the bass player for Brisbane rock band ‘The Butterfly Effect’, Glenn has spent the last 12 years touring Australia and the world. When it comes to music, whether it be singing the songs of Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan, performing mashups and medleys of ‘Daft Punk’ and ‘Mumford and Sons’ to packed dance floors or just holding court whilst the whole room sings a classic by ‘Cold Chisel’, Glenn enjoys it all.
Jimmy Bear
Jimmy moved to Sydney to pursue his dream of being able to make a living as a singer / songwriter and live performance musician on the East Coast. Jimmy Bear plays on average 180 -200 live shows a year and he has developed a highly successful one-man show that provides venues with a fantastic nights entertainment.
July 2016
Dan Sharkey
Armed with an acoustic guitar and a refreshing repertoire of songs Ted will have you up and dancing all night long.Ted Nash lights up the stage with his strong, melodic voice and fun, energetic personality.
Ted Nash
Armed with an acoustic guitar and a refreshing repertoire of songs Ted will have you up and dancing all night long.Ted Nash lights up the stage with his strong, melodic voice and fun, energetic personality.
CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR RESTORATIONS
“SYDNEY’S OLDEST PUB” FORTUNE OF WAR CLOSING TEMPORARILY FOR RESTORATIONS JULY 4TH 2016 After 188 years of serving beer to tens of thousands of colourful faces from all over the world, the Fortune of War in Sydney’s The Rocks calls last drinks (for now). With the last major works conducted in the 1920’s – it is time for much needed structural repairs and restorations. The Restoration This restoration is being undertaken with the support of heritage consultants to ensure the integrity…
October 2016
The restorations are complete!
After 14 weeks of careful restoration work, the Fortune of War in Sydney’s The Rocks reopens to the public on Saturday 8th October 2016. With the last major works conducted in the 1920’s, and after more than 188 years of serving frosty schooners to tens of thousands of colourful faces from all over the world, business owners WDS Hotels decided it was time for much needed restorations and structural repairs. Treading the line between modern comforts and maintaining historical integrity…