Sylvia in the Pocket standing together in front of a brick wall

Live funk, soul and pop for rooms that deserve a little more feel.

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A proper band.
A warm room.
That pocket.

Five young locals, playing music together. We are a live band: warm, responsive and always listening to the room.

The five band members smiling together on outdoor stairsFive members. One pocket.

Don't just take our
word for it.

Live
in the
room

We play the
room.

Background first when that is the brief. More energy when the room is ready.

Weddings

Warm cocktail-hour grooves, reception atmosphere and a set that can rise with the room.

Ceremony arrivals, cocktail hour and reception sets can be shaped around your run sheet. Choose relaxed background music, a feature set, or a gradual lift into the evening.

Ask about weddings

Parties

Familiar songs and proper musicianship, without the stiff function-band feeling.

Birthdays, anniversaries and backyard celebrations all work. We match the volume and energy to the space, with flexible set lengths and a song mix that crosses generations.

Ask about parties

Corporate

Polished, friendly live music for dinners, launches and team celebrations.

We can sit neatly under conversation, support an arrival or networking window, or become the feature once formalities finish. Clear planning and a tidy stage footprint come standard.

Ask about corporate

Festivals

A bright local five-piece with funk, soul and pop that travels across generations.

A self-contained set with quick communication, adaptable timing and enough lift for an outdoor crowd. Ask us about backline and production requirements for your stage.

Ask about festivals

Wineries + venues

Sunday-session feel, room-warming support sets and an easy fit for local stages.

From dining rooms to lawns and cellar doors, we can build a set that feels present without taking over. Repeat dates and support slots are welcome.

Ask about wineries + venues
Sylvia in the Pocket holding their instruments beside a rock wallFull band, no fuss.

Five-piece feel.
Flexible fit.

Vocals, bass, guitar, keys and drums for the full sound. For smaller spaces, we can start with a bass-drums-keys core and shape the line-up around the brief.

  • Leila HVocals
  • Zac KBass
  • Josiah MGuitar
  • Bo AKeys / piano
  • Euan PDrums
“Their funky vibes brought so much energy to the space. Tight performance and a beautiful sound.- Timothy E, Google review
“Such a groovy band… I can’t help but dance when I hear them play!- Richelle, Google review

The practical
bits.

Where are you based?+

Around Lilydale and the Yarra Valley, playing across the Yarra Valley and outer Melbourne.

Can you play relaxed background music?+

Absolutely. That is one of our sweet spots. We can sit under conversation, then lift the energy when the moment calls for it.

How long do you play?+

Our standard booking is 3 x 40-minute sets across 3 hours. We can also shape shorter or longer timings around the event.

Do you bring equipment?+

We can bring the gear needed for the band. PA supply can also be arranged at extra cost if the venue does not have one.

How much does it cost?+

Quotes are tailored to the date, event, line-up, set length and production needs. Send us the basics and we will keep the answer clear.

Tell us about
the room.

A date, a suburb and the feeling you want is enough to start. We'll work out the line-up and set length from there.

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