Coast Acoustics Unplugged – Avalon Swing

Sunday 26 October 2025 | 12:30 PM

As a guitar player, one of the best parts of my job is finding and booking our feature acts. Whenever I hear there’s someone performing nearby that I haven’t come across before, I’ll usually head out for a listen, and it’s been a real eye-opener to just how much talent is out there. Every now and then, though, I stumble across an act that completely floors me. That’s what happened with this month’s feature. Their guitar playing is next-level, the kind that makes my jaw drop and makes me think about giving up and burning my guitars! But honestly, it’s just a real treat to listen to musicians with that kind of skill and passion.

Avalon Swing is an acoustic swing trio blending rhythm guitar and vocals (Mia O'Brien), fingerstyle and improvisational guitar (Tim O'Brien) and the irresistible drive of danceable double bass (Roger Brand). Their repertoire features fresh arrangements of classics by Benny Goodman, Django Reinhardt, Carlos Santana, Chet Atkins, and iconic voices from the swing and contemporary jazz-folk eras.

Having performed widely across venues and festivals in Australia and New Zealand, Avalon Swing transport audiences to French cafes, swing-era dancehalls, and beyond – offering virtuosic guitar, infections rhythms and warm friendly vocals designed to energise, elevate and uplift.

Schedule

• 12:30pm to 3:00pm – Open Mic (White Board Session) Bring your stories, your instruments, your voice, your favourite song. The stage is open to all. It's your moment to shine in our welcoming, creative community. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!
• 3:30pm to 4:30pm – Grab a cold drink from our bar, sit back, and be entertained by Avalon Swing.

Our open mic stands out from others with our dedicated audience, no distractions and professional sound. Immerse yourself in the artistry of the performances with like-minded people.

Bar notice: Our bar is cash-only. But don't worry, you can easily grab some cash at the front counter using your EFTPOS card. Cheers to great music and good times!

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.