My last few months of touring comes to an end tonight for the Dunedin Arts Festival at Errick's, where I'll be performing with the full band in my old home town ๐Ÿ–ค.

I love coming back here to play and I'd love to see you - old friends and new.

Doors 730pm, tickets via the link in my bio or festival website ๐Ÿฆ…
Looking back at my last full band show for the wonderful Americana On The Bellarine, I'm eternally grateful I get the chance to play the songs this way on parts of a tour. Thank you to all the musicians I'm fortunate enough to share the stage with or share stories with โค๏ธ

My next full band show is March 29th for The Dunedin Arts Festival at Errick's, and before that I'll be solo acoustic March 20th at Wunderbar, Lyttelton.

Tickets and info to both shows via the link in my bio, grab 'em quick ๐Ÿฆ…

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Fresh from the studio๐ŸŽ™๏ธI'm back on the road for two more in Vic; Burke & Wills Folk Fest in Mia Mia which starts Friday 7th March and Bayview Country Art Club, Bittern March 16 (matinee). Then to New Zealand for Wunderbar March 20, Christchurch and the Dunedin Arts Fest March 29 with the full band!

Grab your tickets linked in bio ๐Ÿฆ…

๐Ÿ“ธ Lucas Packett
๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŒž What an unforgettable weekend! Huge thanks to Americana on the Bellarine and to everyone who came out to catch the event! ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ”ฅ The heat didnโ€™t stop us from feeling the love and energy from the crowd.

To those who also came to see me in Torquay on Sunday, I had an incredible time reconnecting with you, a very special weekend.

Just a couple shows left for me now here, then to NZ (show details linked in bio) but not before we kick off recording the new album in studio this week! ๐Ÿฆ…

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I've officially kicked off work on my next album, diving into defining themes and sonic texturesโ€”laying the foundation for the next creative journey. After this tour, if I disappear, this is likely where I am ๐Ÿ–ค
I headed back to PBS FM today in Melbourne to chat with my pal Myles for his show '5 Ft High and Rising'. Tune in this Saturday morning to hear me play some songs and chat about what I've been up to and some shows around Vic. You can always listen back to it at the PBS website too if ya like a sleep in ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ“ป

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Thank you to all who made our return to Music On The Hill a night to remember. There's a certain freedom when performing at an event that is consistently so well run, credit to them. Thanks also to Dan & Emily for sharing the stage and safe travels to you.

I hope to see some of you again at my other shows around the State, including our one full band performance at Americana On The Bellarine Feb 22! Dates below, tickets linked in bio. Love.

22 Feb - Americana On The Bellarine, Drysdale (Full band, w/ Andrea Robertson, Jasmin Adria & The Mojo Corner)

23 Feb - House Concert, Torquay

8 Mar - Burke & Wills Folk Festival, Mia Mia

16 Mar - Bayview Country Art Club, Bittern

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Americana on the Bellarine is returning and my full band will be taking the stage to close the evening after the wonderful talents of Andrea Robertson, The Mojo Corner and Jasmin Adria. This will be our only full band show this tour and we'll be dusting off songs from my various albums along with some new numbers! Grab your tickets via the link in my bio or @potatosheddrysdale ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿฆ…

22nd February Twilight Gig
Gates: 5.30pm
My first show back in Aus will be near Melbourne on the Mornington Peninsula at one of my favorite events: Music On The Hill Friday Feb 7!

I'll be playing as a trio, so expect Andy & Katya's brilliant harmonies, plus we'll be joined by the amazing Dan Webster & Emily Lawler whilst on their tour of Aus. New songs and new stories I'd love to share, so please grab your ticket now at the link in my bio and I look forward to a catch up soon ๐Ÿ–ค
There's a certain magic in this beautiful town of Oamaru. love coming back here, especially to the Grainstore Gallery, there's is nothing quite like it. I play tonight ๐Ÿ–ค
I'm over the moon to return to the one and only 'Music On The Hill' for my first show back in Aus for the year. I'll be in acoustic trio format with Andy & Katya and we're joined by my UK friends Dan Webster & Emily Lawler! Tickets via link in bio along with my other show dates ๐Ÿ–ค
I'll be touring my fave back yard of Victoria in early 2025 - same band but some new songs! I hope to see you for this special run of shows. Tickets linked in bio ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ ๐Ÿ–ค

7 Feb - Music On The Hill, Red Hill*

22 Feb - Americana On The Bellarine, Drysdale**

23 Feb - House Concert, Torquay

8 Mar - Burke & Wills Folk Festival, Mia Mia

16 Mar - Bayview Country Art Club, Bittern

* Trio
** Full Band
Some of my upcoming shows in NZ in January will be intimate solo acoustic performances - the best kind of shows to preview new songs! I've been working on a bunch over the last couple months and look forward to seeing what ya think. Dates below, tickets linked in bio or at my website ๐Ÿ–ค

10-12 Jan Wairarapa Music In The Country Festival*

16 Jan, Hilltop Private House Concerts, Wellington

18 Jan, Grainstore Gallery, Oamaru

25 Jan, Quinnchella Music Festival, Lake Hawea

*full band
As mentioned I'm back in 2025 to play in NZ and my first performance will be with my full band for Wairapa Music In The Country. I'll be alongside some amazing acts, many of them good friends of mine. You can grab ya tickets via link in my bio or eventfinda ๐Ÿ–ค
January 2025 I will be returning to Aotearoa to play a run of shows and enjoy the Summer! Tickets are on sale now via my website or linked in my bio, see you soon ๐Ÿ–ค

10-12 Jan Wairarapa Music In The Country Festival*

16 Jan, Hilltop House Concerts, Wellington

18 Jan, Grainstore Gallery, Oamaru

25 Jan, Quinnchella Music Festival, Lake Hฤwea

*full band
Americanafest 2024 was a beautiful way to close this last chapter in my life. Now to take a little time off the road to reflect on the memories before the next journey.

It was an honour to be an Official Showcasing Artist amongst some of the world's finest artists and I thank Americanafest for that opportunity.

Thank you to my band, my team behind the scenes, all who came to the shows and anyone who took the time to talk, you made it a festival I'll always remember. Thank you also to The New Zealand Music Commission and Sounds Australia for having my back, it means a lot. 'Til next time Nashville ๐Ÿ–ค
Thrilled to perform alongside so many amazing pals at The Aussie BBQ for Americanafest in Nashville ๐Ÿ–ค

Massive thanks to the @soundsaustralia crew; Larry, Glenn, Dom, Tess, Esti & Dobe. Thanks also to The 5 Spot for hosting the spectacular event and all who came down ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

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Caught up with the one and only @grantleephillips today. Grant's a dear friend who's always had time over the years to offer guidance. Was a real thrill to be able to visit him here in Nashville and catch up over coffee, pancakes and vintage guitars. Thanks to @gruhnguitars for showing us what lies upstairs โœจ๐ŸŽธ