Telegraph Road – The Dire Straits Legacy: Matt Arthur and The Lazybones
Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute
Telegraph Road — The Dire Straits Legacy.
A celebration of the legendary British rock band known for their clean guitar tone, understated style, and poetic storytelling.
“Matt Arthur, an expressive vocalist and blues guitarist from Central West NSW, leads The Lazybones—a five-piece group drawing on decades of musical experience.
Following the 2024 release of the album Then & Now, they have toured NSW, Victoria, and Queensland, receiving positive reviews for their engaging performances.
Keyboardist Sam McNally, based in the NSW Blue Mountains, is a founding member of Melbourne’s 80s band Stylus, has toured with Air Supply, John Farnham, Tommy Emmanuel, and Tim Finn. He also performs with Doug Williams & The Mix and Coloured Stone.
Bassist Michael Vidale, based on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, currently tours with Don Walker (Cold Chisel), Jeff Lang & The Bushwackers.
An original member of Jimmy & The Boys.
Drummer Dave Egan, based in Sydney, has worked with Matt Arthur for over two decades, previously serving as the go-to drummer for major theatre shows and holding a long-running position in Sydney’s The Enormous Horns.
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This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work, learn and create. Always Was, Always Will Be, Aboriginal Land.
