Valentine's Day Dr Gumbo 4 Piece Jazz Band

Next date: Saturday, 14 February 2026 | 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM

Dr Gumbo - A Spicy Mix of Groove, Grit & Good Times

If James Brown and Jimmy Cliff threw a party in a smokey New Orleans bar, Dr Gumbo would be the band shaking the walls. This gang of seasoned musicians brings serious heat to every stage they hit, serving up a wild, foot stomping blend of Cajun, zydeco, blues and jazz. They don’t just play music; they throw it down, mixing bayou swagger with deep cut grooves and a dash of European spice

The Gumbo Pot:

Richelle 'Bootsie' Booth - Sax, Flute, Vocals, Percussion.

Bootsie’s been everywhere, Europe, America, the South Pacific, tearing up stages with blues, soul, jazz, reggae and whatever else people throw at her. She’s got chops, style and a jazz pedigree straight from Galapagos Duck, so when that sax starts wailing, you listen.

Stefan Sernek (Dr Gumbo himself) - Accordion, Vocals.

Stefan's the real deal, he’s toured Europe and Australia with Psycho Zydeco, shaking up festival crowds with that spicy Louisiana sound. But don’t box him in, his Slovenian background means he can flip from a swampy zydeco jam to an old school polka without breaking a sweat.

James Kelly - Guitar, Vocals.

James is the band’s secret weapon. With a sultry growl in his voice that could melt butter, he’s the kind of singer who makes you lean in. He’s played all over Australia and Europe, bringing a raw, soulful edge to every note...and when he shreds on that guitar, you feel it creeping up your spine.

Adam Barnard - Drums, Washboard, Vocals.

The engine of Dr Gumbo, Adam is all about feel-deep, rolling grooves, second line swagger and just enough grit to keep things raw. Coming from a family of Australian jazz legends, he’s toured the world, played the clubs and honed a style that keeps the band locked in and the crowd bouncing. Whether he’s behind the kit or tearing it up on washboard, the man drives the party.

What’s Cookin’?

Dr Gumbo isn’t just a band - it’s an experience. One minute you’re two stepping to a swampy zydeco groove, the next you’re lost in a bluesy guitar solo or a jazzy horn breakdown. So grab a drink, find your groove and let these hip shakers take you straight to the heart of the French Quarter...no passport required.

 

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Location

The Canopy, 2 Rosenthal Avenue, Lane Cove, 2066, View Map