Side By Side - Hazel & The Thief, Jack Raymond & Ricki Wood

Name: Side By Side - Hazel & The Thief, Jack Raymond & Ricki Wood
Start: 2026-02-28T18:30:00+11:00
End: 2026-02-28T18:30:00+11:00
Location: Poowong Pioneer Chapel

About

Side By Side & The Hand Made Tour Present

Hazel & The Thief, Ricki Wood & Jack Raymond — Live at Poowong Pioneer Chapel

Saturday 28 February • Poowong, VIC

A powerful night of Australian songwriting is coming to Poowong, as *Side By Side* and *The Hand Made Tour* join forces to present Hazel & The Thief, Ricki Wood and Jack Raymond — three distinctive artists known for heartfelt storytelling, musical grit and strong audience connection.

Held inside the beautifully restored Poowong Pioneer Chapel, this intimate, family-friendly concert promises a rare close-up experience with three rising and established voices in the independent music world.

Doors open 6.30pm • Show 7pm–9pm
BYO event (please take your rubbish home)

Tickets:

VIP – $30 (6pm entry, front-row seating + exclusive musician Q&A)
General Entry – $20
Door Price – $25

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HAZEL & THE THIEF

Fresh from a breakout year, Hazel & The Thief arrives in Poowong following a wave of national recognition. In 2025 she was nominated for the People’s Choice Award for “Most Promising Future Star”, the CCMA National Songwriter Award, and is a 2025 graduate of The Senior Academy of Country Music.

Her debut album soared to No. 1 on the ARIA Australian Country Albums Chart. Produced by multi-award-winning Matt Fell, the album features world-class musicians including Jeff King, Ollie Thorpe, Josh Schuberth and Luke Moller. Six singles have reached Top 10 positions on AMRAP and the official country airplay charts.

Industry acclaim has followed:
“She’s just incredible.” – Fanny Lumsden
“A remarkable presence… a must-listen.” – Karise Eden
“Gorgeous presence and sweet melodies… we’re excited for her future.” – Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham

Her live performances blend folk, alt-country, Celtic energy and theatrical storytelling — whether accompanied by her collective of musicians known as The Thief, or delivering a stripped-back, emotionally charged set.

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RICKI WOOD

Known for his honest, country-folk sound and quietly powerful stage presence, **Ricki Wood** has built a devoted following across Australia through relentless touring and genuine musical connection. His songs speak to listeners who crave depth, heart and authenticity over flash.

Praised for his emotional clarity and grounded delivery, Ricki’s supporters include:
“Emotive, heartfelt, authentic.” – Dallas Frasca
“Lovely voice. Great musicianship.” – Normie Rowe
“Good Lord. How good is this guy?” – Frankie J Holden AOM

Since 2021, Ricki and his wife Adele have travelled nearly 140,000 km, performing over 800 shows to 60,000+ people across Australia. He has toured internationally in Hong Kong, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Fiji and Bali, and performed at major festivals including Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock (multiple years), Beach Hop (NZ), Cool Summer Festival, GreazeFest, Hurstbridge Wattle Festival, and Tamworth CMF (2026) and Macksville Music Muster (2026).

Ricki’s brand new single “Back in My Day” is now officially out and already being picked up by more than 380 radio presenters added the track in its first week, marking one of the strongest early responses of his career.

His earlier releases also gained international traction, with Get Back Boss Man spending eight consecutive weeks in the Top 10 on WDNF Philly (USA). Ricki continues to build momentum as one of Australia’s most quietly compelling songwriters.

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JACK RAYMOND

With a voice that feels lived-in, warm and unmistakably Australian, Jack Raymond brings a unique “mountain roots” sound shaped by his upbringing in Harrietville and his current home in Noosa. His music blends blues grit, folk storytelling and the rugged presence of a true travelling songwriter.

Jack has carved out a strong reputation on the festival circuit, with appearances at:
– Woodford Folk Festival (2024/25)
– Tamworth CMF (2025)
– Gympie Muster (2023 & 2024)
– Kiama Blues Festival
– Buskers by the Lake
– Agnes Blues & Roots (2024)
– Wintermoon, Rocky River Festival (2025)

A Finalist in the Australian National Busking Championships and 3rd Place in Queensland’s Battle of the Buskers, Jack has also supported artists such as Hatz Fitz & Cara, Riley Pearce, Darren Hanlon, Austin Mackay, Tom Harrington and Minnie Marks.

His performances are raw, grounded and richly textured — the kind that stay with audiences long after the final note.

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TICKETING & EVENT INFO

What: Hazel & The Thief, Ricki Wood & Jack Raymond
When: Saturday 28 February
Where: Poowong Pioneer Chapel, 35 Nyora Rd
Time: Doors 6.30pm, Show 7pm–9pm

Tickets:
– VIP $30 (front row + artist Q&A from 6pm to 630pm)
– General $20 (doors open at 630pm for GA)
– Door $25

BYO, family-friendly, please take rubbish home