Ash Grunwald

"Whoever said men can only do one thing at a time have never seen Ash Grunwald play." The Rock PIt

"Grunwald is a showman who rises to another level when performing live" -The Music

Rolling Stone Australia: Praised Ash's innovative approach to blues music, calling him a "blues modernist" pushing the

genre's boundaries.

The Sydney Morning Herald: Described his shows as "crowd-frenzied" with a signature sound that "captures the soul of

blues and the heartbeat of modern music."

Rhythms Magazine: Named Ash one of the most important voices in Australian blues.

Don't miss the intimate show when Ash Grunwald returns to Freo Social

Renowned for his electrifying live shows, Ash Grunwald has inspired a generation with his high-energy, vibrant

performances, packed with stacks of guitars and foot-stomping blues. Part troubadour, part storyteller, Ash has been

selling out shows all over the country. Don’t miss your chance to see this festival favourite live at Bell's Brewing, Torquay.

BIOGRAPHY

A career spanning 12 studio albums, six Australian Top-50 albums, five ARIA and four AIR Award Nominations, two

APRA Awards, and gong for Best International Act at the LA Music Critic Awards in 2014, Grunwald has cemented his

status as one of Australia’s most exciting and entertaining live musicians.

Known for a number of hit collaborations with the who’s who of Australian music throughout his career (Josh Teskey,

Kasey Chambers, Scott & Andy from The Living End, Vika & Linda Bull, Joe Bonamassa, add more here) his album

“Push The Blues Away” with Josh Teskey hit #8 on the ARIA charts and toured sold out theatres including The Forum,

Melbourne Recital Centre & Sydney Recital Hall in 2020.

Throughout his career, he has supported legends James Brown, The Black Keys, Jack Johnson, Xavier Rudd, and Keith

Urban, among numerous others, and played sold out festivals across Europe, Japan, and North America as-well as 10

invitations to Australia’s most renowned festival Bluesfest.

Ash released his first literary endeavour in 2019, Surf By Day, Jam By Night. Published by Pantera Press, the book

embarks upon a journey to the depths of success, spirit, and soul. Featuring Kelly Slater, Stephanie Gilmore, Dave

Rastavich, Pete Murray, Jack Johnson, among various eclectic others, the book Surf By Day, Jam By Night has sold

over 10,000 copies in Australia alone.

To coincide with the release of Surf By Day, Jam By Night and explore the sentiment of storytelling even further,

Grunwald launched the podcast ‘Soulful Conversations’ in February 2019. A collection of colourful conversations with

musicians, surfers, and common folk, Ash’s special guests thus far include John Butler, Missy Higgins, Ziggy Alberts,

The Cat Empire, Josh Teskey, Tom Carroll, among various others.

Doors at 6pm

Youtube link below for ticketing

https://youtu.be/w_Ob0dbwm3w?si=YFf9r552ycyWDCzY 

- Main venue contact: +61 8 6248 8066
- Booking inquiries: +61 8 6248 8067

- Located at main reception desk
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- Available 1 hour before event start time
- Ticket purchaser must be present

- Street parking available
- Limited on-site parking
- Nearby public parking lots
- Rideshare drop-off zone
- Bicycle racks provided

- Wheelchair accessible ground floor
- Designated wheelchair spaces
- Accessible restrooms
- Ramp entry points
- Staff assistance available

- No outside food or beverages
- Valid ID required (18+)
- No smoking inside venue
- No recording of live performances
- Dress code: casual/smart casual

- Under 18 must be accompanied by adult
- Some events may be 18+ only
- Children's ticket prices vary by event
- Parental discretion advised for late-night events