Starr Special Events
11th Annual RAVO BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL
Ravenswood Hotel (Ravenswood, WA)
Saturday, 21 February 2026 12:00 pm
2026 Ravo Blues & Roots festival features another great line-up, gates open 12pm music concludes 11pm.
DAVE HOLE BAND
He is widely regarded as one of the all-time slide guitar greats. He has won numerous awards around the world and headlined many festivals worldwide. "Slide guitar fanatics will have their brains blown out ... prepare to hear your jaw hitting the ground" - Billboard USA
BONDI CIGARS
This award-winning quartet has well and truly established themselves into Australia’s musical heart since forming in 1989.Rarely has an Australian band received as much consistent and widespread acclaim from critics and music fans alike as the Bondi Cigars. With half a dozen albums under their belt already, and over a dozen years of constant touring, this award-winning quartet have well and truly worked their way into Australia’s musical heart. ass who both have a string of accolades to their names. Together, this dynamic trio is a musical tour de force!
19-TWENTY
They have been whipping up a frenzy on the festival scene. They are electric. An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin'-roots band. The 19-Twenty lads have been performing their high-energy sonic-party nationally, headlining sell-out shows and festivals in all states and territories. Constantly on the road or in the sky, they have toured seven times around Oz and performed gigs throughout Europe including Belgium, The Netherlands & Germany. Performing anywhere and everywhere, this straight-up 100% independent act have been blazing throughout Europe and Australia and gaining new music fans/fiends from their live shows.
MICHAEL VDELLI & THE ART OF DYSFUNCTION
The Lineup That’s Changing the Game: Michael Vdelli – Guitar / Vocals: The veteran, the master of tone and soul, whose fierce stage presence and command of the blues have captivated audiences worldwide. Michael Menna – Guitar / Vocals: A bona fide virtuoso, his lightning-fast licks and melodic instinct bring a whole new dimension to the sound. Kelly McCarthy – Bass: With a formal music education and a feel that’s second to none, Kelly brings groove, depth, and versatility without losing an ounce of rock ‘n’ roll attitude. Royce Mack – Drums: Maximum power. Maximum feel. Royce’s blistering chops and intuitive rhythm are the heartbeat of this high-voltage machine.
STEFAN HAUK BAND
Stefan Hauk is a Blues/Rock guitar player and singer from Adelaide, South Australia. He began playing guitar at the age of 4 and was a gigging musician by the time he was 11 years of age.
His electrifying guitar playing has the ability to tear the roof off a venue. From his masterful ability to construct a solo, to his soulful voice and his creative songwriting, Stefan aims to bring his unique blend of Blues and Classic Rock music to his generation and beyond.
GRANT HAUA & THE SOUL DECREE (NZ)
Grant Haua, a signed artist with renowned French Blues Label; DIXIEFROG. Grant is a prolific songwriter releasing 4 albums in the past 4 years. Acclaimed album “AWA Blues” was voted in top 25 albums of the year in 2021 by Rolling Stone magazine France. Whether it’s been Rockpalast in Germany or the iconic television show Taratata in France, Grant has been wowing audiences across Europe for the past 3 years.
PROUD MARY (Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute)
Australia’s Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band PROUD MARY, share their authentic show honouring the swampy sounds of one of the 60s and 70s best rock acts in full concert style featuring former members of 5 time Aria award winning band The Baby Animals. Proud Mary is a true delight to experience ……don’t miss this chance to hear all CCR’s best tracks like…..Born on the Bayou, Up Around The Bend, Down On the Corner, Have you ever seen the rain, Looking out my backdoor, Lodi, Green River , Who'll stop the rain, Heard it through the Grapevine, Bad Moon Rising, Suzie Q, Hey Tonight ,Travelling Band, Fortunate Son
DAVE HOLE BAND
He is widely regarded as one of the all-time slide guitar greats. He has won numerous awards around the world and headlined many festivals worldwide. "Slide guitar fanatics will have their brains blown out ... prepare to hear your jaw hitting the ground" - Billboard USA
BONDI CIGARS
This award-winning quartet has well and truly established themselves into Australia’s musical heart since forming in 1989.Rarely has an Australian band received as much consistent and widespread acclaim from critics and music fans alike as the Bondi Cigars. With half a dozen albums under their belt already, and over a dozen years of constant touring, this award-winning quartet have well and truly worked their way into Australia’s musical heart. ass who both have a string of accolades to their names. Together, this dynamic trio is a musical tour de force!
19-TWENTY
They have been whipping up a frenzy on the festival scene. They are electric. An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin'-roots band. The 19-Twenty lads have been performing their high-energy sonic-party nationally, headlining sell-out shows and festivals in all states and territories. Constantly on the road or in the sky, they have toured seven times around Oz and performed gigs throughout Europe including Belgium, The Netherlands & Germany. Performing anywhere and everywhere, this straight-up 100% independent act have been blazing throughout Europe and Australia and gaining new music fans/fiends from their live shows.
MICHAEL VDELLI & THE ART OF DYSFUNCTION
The Lineup That’s Changing the Game: Michael Vdelli – Guitar / Vocals: The veteran, the master of tone and soul, whose fierce stage presence and command of the blues have captivated audiences worldwide. Michael Menna – Guitar / Vocals: A bona fide virtuoso, his lightning-fast licks and melodic instinct bring a whole new dimension to the sound. Kelly McCarthy – Bass: With a formal music education and a feel that’s second to none, Kelly brings groove, depth, and versatility without losing an ounce of rock ‘n’ roll attitude. Royce Mack – Drums: Maximum power. Maximum feel. Royce’s blistering chops and intuitive rhythm are the heartbeat of this high-voltage machine.
STEFAN HAUK BAND
Stefan Hauk is a Blues/Rock guitar player and singer from Adelaide, South Australia. He began playing guitar at the age of 4 and was a gigging musician by the time he was 11 years of age.
His electrifying guitar playing has the ability to tear the roof off a venue. From his masterful ability to construct a solo, to his soulful voice and his creative songwriting, Stefan aims to bring his unique blend of Blues and Classic Rock music to his generation and beyond.
GRANT HAUA & THE SOUL DECREE (NZ)
Grant Haua, a signed artist with renowned French Blues Label; DIXIEFROG. Grant is a prolific songwriter releasing 4 albums in the past 4 years. Acclaimed album “AWA Blues” was voted in top 25 albums of the year in 2021 by Rolling Stone magazine France. Whether it’s been Rockpalast in Germany or the iconic television show Taratata in France, Grant has been wowing audiences across Europe for the past 3 years.
PROUD MARY (Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute)
Australia’s Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band PROUD MARY, share their authentic show honouring the swampy sounds of one of the 60s and 70s best rock acts in full concert style featuring former members of 5 time Aria award winning band The Baby Animals. Proud Mary is a true delight to experience ……don’t miss this chance to hear all CCR’s best tracks like…..Born on the Bayou, Up Around The Bend, Down On the Corner, Have you ever seen the rain, Looking out my backdoor, Lodi, Green River , Who'll stop the rain, Heard it through the Grapevine, Bad Moon Rising, Suzie Q, Hey Tonight ,Travelling Band, Fortunate Son