Double Shot Maggie

Full-on Irish Rock & Trad Punk

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Upcoming Shows

Highly sought-after for festivals, weddings, corporate events and private functions across Victoria and beyond, Double Shot Maggie bring a massive, high-energy Irish sound to every stage. We play shows in Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, regional Victoria, NSW and wherever the craic takes us. If you're looking to dance and sing along with great traditional Irish songs and modern Celtic rock with a twist of trad punk, come to one of our gigs below — or book us for your next event. We love playing festivals and private celebrations just as much as we love owning the corner pub!

Upcoming Dates

Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Sunday August 16
AFTERNOON SHOW: 3.30pm start
Harp & Hound, Melbourne CBD
Saturday August 29
Back for the craic
GAA Hurling Blitz, Geelong
Saturday September 5
Up the Gaels!
Boorowa Irish Woolfest
October 3–4
We love it!
Private function (wedding!)
Saturday November 7
Invitation only :)
The Wild Geese
Saturday November 21
The epicentre of Irishness in Melbourne
The Stump, Port Fairy
Monday January 25
Back in the heartland. Love this pub.
STUMPFEST @ The Stump, Port Fairy
Friday 5th - Sunday 7th March
This weekend goes off. Get in early.
Private Event (Wedding)
April 3rd
(Invitation only!)
Double Shot Maggie live

Luke on banjo

Harp & Hound, Melbourne CBD
Saturday July 18
Brand new spot for us
Connollys, Port Melbourne
Friday July 10
This may involve more Guinness
Irish Murphys, Ballarat
Saturday June 27
Dance your winter away
Elephant & Castle Geelong ***** CANCELLED *****
Friday June 12
We've had to move this one sorry - check out the August gig here
National Celtic Festival, Portarlington
June 5–7
First time!
Info ↗
The New Connollys
Friday May 29
Excited to check it out!
Irish Murphys, Ballarat
Saturday May 16
We're back for the Guinness
Mickey Bourke's, Koroit
Sunday May 3
Daytime recovery...
Koroit Irish Festival
Saturday May 2
Main Stage
Mickey Bourke's, Koroit
Saturday May 2
Koroit Irish Festival
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday April 24
Front bar, big night!
The Fifth Province, St. Kilda
Saturday March 28
First gig here too!
The Plough Inn, Tarrawingee
Friday March 27
First gig here!
Mickey Bourke's, Koroit
Tuesday March 17
St. Paddy's Day!
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Sunday March 15
St.Paddy's Day prep show
Munster Arms, Ballarat
Saturday, March 14
Let the celebrations continue!
The Stump, Port Fairy
Sunday, March 8
Port Fairy Folk Festival
Seanchai Irish Bar, Warrnambool
Saturday, March 7
Big night planned!
The Stump, Port Fairy
Friday, March 6
Port Fairy Folk Festival
Pirates Tavern, Williamstown
Sunday (arvo), Feb 15
Ahoy!
Irish Murphys Ballarat
Saturday, January 31, 2026
First gig here!
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday, January 30, 2026
Pack 'em in
The Stump, Port Fairy
Friday, January 23, 2026
Long weekend shenanigans!
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday December 12
Say goodbye to 2025!
Connollys
Saturday December 6
Back with bells on
McDaid's Irish Pub, Rosebud
Saturday November 29
Hitting that far-away east coast
Munster Arms, Ballarat
Sunday November 9
Afternoon gig!
Connollys, Port Melbourne
Saturday November 1
Launching the new digs!
Rafferty's Tavern, Warrnambool
Saturday October 18
First time at Raff's
Rob's birthday bash
Saturday October 11
Secret Location...
Boorowa Irish Woolfest
October 4–5
We're in it for the sheep
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday August 8
Into the heartland
Munster Arms, Ballarat
Saturday July 19
Great pub, see you there!
Frolic, Warrnambool
Sunday July 13
Gettin' all fancy now
The Stump, Port Fairy
Saturday July 12
Returning to the scene of the crime
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday June 27
Back home at last!
Koroit Irish Festival
April 25–27, 2025
The quintessential gathering
Mickey Bourke's
Sunday April 27
Recovery session
Mickey Bourke's Koroit Hotel
Saturday April 26
The Big One
Shannon & Liam's Wedding
April 12, 2025
Big sound for a big day!
Mickey Bourke's Koroit Hotel
Monday March 17, 5:30pm
Back for St. Paddy's Day!
Eltham RSL
Sunday March 16, 12 noon
St. Patrick's Lunchtime Show
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
Sunday March 16, 7pm
St. Patrick's Eve Special!
Munster Arms, Ballarat
March 15, 8pm
St. Patrick's Weekend Special!
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday March 14, 8pm
Kicking it off in style!
The Stump, Port Fairy
Sunday March 9
Folk festival fun!
Elephant & Castle, Geelong
Friday February 21
We're back!
Connollys Public House
January 11
Back in Port Melbourne!
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
January 4
THE BIG 2025 OPENER
Murphys, Geelong
December 28
Last one for the year!
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
December 7
Start the silly season with us
The Quiet Man, Flemington
Saturday December 2, 2024
Corker of a night!
The Elephant & Castle
Friday November 29
Early Christmas Breakup Special
The Munster Arms, Ballarat
Sunday November 24
3PM, Beer Garden!
Breakwater Hotel
November 23
2pm kickoff
Murphys, Geelong
November 16
Best Guinness in Geelong
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
November 2
Front bar with bells on!
Boorowa Irish Woolfest
Sunday October 6
Combining sheep and Irish punk. 'Nuff said.
Boorowa Hotel
Saturday October 5
Front bar, get in early!
Loud Mouth Bar, St. Kilda
Friday September 27
Grand Final Eve
Pirates Tavern, Williamstown
Sunday September 22
Yo ho ho!
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
September 7, 2024
Front bar
Murphys, Geelong
August 31, 2024
Front bar
The Retreat Hotel, Brunswick
August 11, 2024
Tickets: First gig here, fill the room for us!
Info ↗
Connollys, Port Melbourne
August 10, 2024
Cozy spot!
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
July 20, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
July 6, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
Murphys Geelong
June 29, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
The Graveyard Bandroom, Coburg
May 18, 2024
3 great bands!
Murphys Geelong
May 11, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
May 4, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
2024 Koroit Irish Festival
April 26–28, 2024
Wow, just wow
Info ↗
Murphys Geelong
April 13, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
Mickey Bourke's Hotel, Koroit
🍀 March 17 – St. Paddy's Day 2024 🍀
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR
Murphys Geelong
March 9, 2024
Saturday night, front bar
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
Saturday February 3, 2024
See you there!
Piano Bar Geelong
Thursday Feb 1, 2024
SOLD OUT SHOW
Info ↗
Private Event, Scoresby
Nov 9, 2023
Private Function
The Door Gallery Cafe, Fyansford
Nov 4, 2023
SOLD OUT

What People Are Saying

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Bloody top shelf show. Dunno why it took me this long to come see you — but I'm sold now!

— Jilly McMusic (Facebook review)

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After stumbling onto Double Shot Maggie in March at Murphys I now grab the chance to see them whenever possible. Anyone who has been along to a Double Shot Maggie gig knows they're in for a great night from the best band out of G-town for a long time.

— Les W., clearly a man of impeccable taste

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Cannot recommend Double Shot Maggie highly enough!! They performed at a recent event held by the company I work for and they were AMAZING. They brought such great energy to the gig and had everyone dancing and laughing in no time.

— Dee, high-flying international company exec

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When I marry a rich man, I'll be flying your band to Ireland to play at my wedding.

— Clodagh, patron at The Quiet Man

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Thank you so much for being a big part of the 2024 Koroit Irish Festival last weekend! We are still buzzing from the incredible success of the festival and have had tremendous positive feedback. You are brilliant musicians and we are grateful that you were a big part of the whole weekend.

— Trevor & Mel, Festival Organisers

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Such an incredible band. We love seeing these guys play in Geelong and Melbourne and it's always the most incredible night.

— Alice O'Brien (Google Review)

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Brilliant live five piece band! I've seen them a few times and they never disappoint. Very impressed that they have an accordion in the band, and the musicians are very skilled at their craft — they play an excellent mix of instruments! Definitely worth a listen!

— Maeve (Google Review)

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Their energy was infectious, and the blend of traditional Irish tunes with modern flair kept everyone on their feet. The musicianship is top-notch, and the lead vocalist has a voice that truly captures the spirit of the music.

— Hayley (Google Review)

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Best band EVER playing the best Celtic music EVER — loud and fast!!!!!

— Erika GL (Google Review)

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An awesome night of singing and dancing along with DSM in Flemington last week. Looking forward to the next gig! (This man did not stop dancing all night!)

— Paul, full-on good time bloke

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Brilliant, loved it, best night I've had in a long time.

— Jack, regular drinker at The Quiet Man Irish Pub

★★★★★

Double Shot Maggie is an outstanding Irish band that consistently delivers a high-energy, crowd-pleasing performance. We’ve had the pleasure of hosting them at multiple venues, and every show has been a hit. Their musicianship, charisma, and connection with the audience make them a must-see act we’re always thrilled to book.

— Willnko Music Google Review

★★★★★

Must see and experience this super talented, high energy band. You will be up and dancing and singing your heart out to all your favourite Irish tunes. Looking forward to seeing Double Shot Maggie again soon.

— Cigdem Ozturk Google Review

★★★★★

I’m the owner of Connolly Public House in Port Melbourne, and we’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with Double Shot Maggie band on several occasions. They are absolutely amazing — from their professional booking process to their flexibility and communication, everything runs smoothly. Every time they perform at our venue, we get an incredible turnout. Their playlist is versatile, engaging, and always keeps the crowd entertained. The band members are true professionals who consistently deliver high-quality performances. They’re in high demand and book out quickly, so if you’re looking for a fantastic live act to elevate your venue, I highly recommend booking Double Shot Maggie Band as soon as possible.

— Ana Maria Google Review

★★★★★

Awesome, high energy, foot stomping fun! Double Shot Maggie delivers Irish music at its best with a range of melodies, jigs and toe tapping favourites for a fun, lively show and great craic! Guaranteed to spill your Guinness!

— Prue Simmons Google Review

★★★★★

Double Shot Maggie know how to get the crowd up and dancing, singing along, and having a fantastic time from start to finish. Their energy is infectious, and their setlist is packed with fun, upbeat tunes that everyone loves. On top of that, they’re genuinely lovely people—super friendly, down-to-earth, and great to chat with. If you're looking for a band that brings great vibes and unforgettable entertainment, Double Shot Maggie are the band for you!

— Erika GL Google Review

★★★★★

I loved watching and dancing to this band. I’ve seen them a couple of times now and they always have the best vibe. Highly recommend 💚🤍🧡

— Helen Connolly Google Review

★★★★★

The Real Deal! In my opinion the best Irish band in Australia. These guys have an amazing energy and stage presence. Often bands with any sort of theme can be a bit kitschy but DSM are genuine through and through. A must see and hear!

— Brendan Burking Google Review

★★★★★

Fantastic! Five Singers, and a plethora of instruments. Definitely a cut above any Celtic-Rock Band I've seen in years, perhaps since I saw Shane McGowan with The Popes at The Prince Of Wales. Double-Shot Maggie have a lot more going on, more depth, than other Celtic-Rock Bands I see about. I bought their t-shirt to prove it. :)

— Eamonn Harraghy Google Review

★★★★★

A talented band that gets you dancing to their foot stomping originals and covers. Well worth seeing more than once!

— Jane Robertson Google Review

★★★★★

I have seen Double Shot Maggie at both the Irish Festival in Koroit and the National Celtic Festival in Portarlington and they do not disappoint. They fill the dance floor wherever they play. Such an energetic fun band to dance and sing to. Loud Fast Trad is spot on. Can’t wait to see them again soon!

— Debra Rayner Google Review

★★★★★

Double Shot Maggie are such a great Irish-themed band — they never disappoint! 🍀🎶 From the second they start playing, the energy is infectious. They get everyone singing along, tapping their feet, and before long you're up dancing. Each band member brings their own personality to the stage, which makes the whole show fun from start to finish. Honestly, just go see them! You'll have a brilliant night of great music, plenty of laughs, and an atmosphere that's hard to beat. 💚🍻🎵

— Norelle Meredith Google Review

Book Us For Your Place!

Festivals, weddings, corporate events, private functions, pubs and venues — we bring the full-on Irish energy wherever you need it, across Victoria and beyond

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About the Band

Double Shot Maggie is a big handful of musicians from Geelong and Melbourne inspired by the Irish traditions of singing loud and dancing all night. One of Victoria's most sought-after live acts for festivals, weddings, corporate events and private functions, we've blended traditional tunes with a nod to trad punk to create a big sound that's made for dancing with a pint in your hand and generally shouting "I love yez all!".

From headline festival stages to intimate wedding receptions, from corporate celebrations to the beloved corner pub — the freshest, funnest Irish music that Melbourne, Geelong and surrounds has seen for ages.

Recorded on the lands of Waddawurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people.

Double Shot Maggie is:

Greg Chadwick Drums, Bodhran, Voice
Lucy Riddett Accordion, Fiddle, Voice
Luke Hill Banjo, Acoustic Guitar, Elecric Guitar, Voice, Sound Wizard
Gary Lowe Bass, Voice
Paddy O'Callaghan Guitars, Mandolin, Irish Bouzouki, Voice

This Is Us

Jump over to YouTube for a few more.

Give Your Ears a Taste

Here are a few more audio-only snippets of us in action, all live at a bar somewhere except for Tuesday Morning which we recorded in Greg's sleepout. These are mostly traditional Irish tunes but we acknowledge any copyright owners and thank them (and our forebears) for such awesome music.

Leaving of Liverpool

— get your dancing shoes warmed up.

Song attribution: Traditional

Lilting Banshee

— rocking up a traditional jig

Song attribution: Traditional

Tuesday Morning

— just a tiny bit of mellow to give everyone time to hit the bar.

Song attribution: The Pogues

Waxies Dargle

— Keep on dancing!

Song attribution: Traditional

Get in Touch

Double Shot Maggie
Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

Mobile: (Phone Paddy) 0430 TWO TWO FOUR THREE FOUR THREE
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