The boutique music festival that brings a big ol’ slice of Americana to Australia has returned. Out On The Weekend 2015 has just unveiled its stacked sophomore lineup, which it will bring to Seaworks in Melbourne and Bella Vista Farm as part of its Sydney debut this October.

“Apart from an incredible day out, Out On The Weekend is about musical discovery and trust,” says Love Police and Out On The Weekend co-foudner BT. “I traveling the world and spend a lotta time listening to new music both abroad and down the street.”

“This event allows me a platform to introduce newcomers and future superstars I find, as well celebrating those acts that have made it in the field. Trust me. Some of their names may be new, but their talent will make your musical day. Open your ears, minds and hearts to quality. We won’t let you down.”

They certainly haven’t let us down with a star-studded lineup featuring the likes of Dawes, Sam Outlaw, Robert Ellis, Jamestown Revival, Jonny Fritz, Ruby Boots, Mustered Courage, Suzannah Espie, Barna Howard, Shelly Colvin, and many more.

There’ll also be special performances exclusive to each city. In Melbourne, crowds will be enthralled by a performance from Tex, Don & Charlie, an all-Australian supergroup formed by the legendary Tex Perkins, Don Walker of Cold Chisel, and widely respected guitarist Charlie Owen.

Meanwhile, Sydney punters will be treated to a set from the one and only Kasey Chambers. One of Australia’s most treasured singer and songwriters, Chambers has released multiple platinum albums, scored several ARIA Awards nods, and has contributed several timeless singles to the Aussie music canon.

Readers can check below for the full Out On The Weekend 2015 lineup or head to the festival website for more details. Limited Early Bird tickets are set to hit sale Friday, 7th August (check below for ticketing details). Entry is free for kids under 12 years old.

Out On The Weekend 2015 – Melbourne

Dawes
Tex, Don & Charlie (Exclusive Melbourne Performance)
Sam Outlaw
Robert Ellis
Jamestown Revival
Jonny Fritz
Ruby Boots
Mustered Courage
Suzannah Espie
Barna Howard
Shelly Colvin
Leah Senior
Big Smoke
Lost Ragas
T Bones
Out on the Weekend House Band (Robert Ellis with Josh Hedley, Will Van Horn, Kelly Doyle, Michael “Tank” Lisenbe & Geoffrey Muller)

Saturday, 17th October 2015
Sea Works, Melbourne VIC
Tickets: Ticketscout

Out On The Weekend 2015 – Sydney

Kasey Chambers (Exclusive Sydney Performance)
Dawes
Sam Outlaw
Jamestown Revival
Jonny Fritz
Ruby Boots
Mustered Courage
Barna Howard
Shelly Colvin
The Morrisons
Oh Reach
James Thomson
William Crighton
Out on the Weekend House Band (Robert Ellis with Josh Hedley, Will Van Horn, Kelly Doyle, Michael “Tank” Lisenbe & Geoffrey Muller)

Saturday, 24th October 2015
Bella Vista Farm, Sydney NSW
Tickets: Oztix