Name: Rennie Pearson: Brisbane - The Cave Inn
Start: 2025-10-18T04:00:00+10:00
Location: The Cave Inn

Tunes, Songs and Stories from Ireland, Scotland and Maritime Canada.
Rennie Pearson’s music is deeply rooted in the Celtic traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada, blending centuries-old melodies with fresh energy and artistry. Whether he’s performing on the wooden flute, guitar, Irish tin whistles, bodhrán, fiddle, or with his voice, his music takes audiences on a journey through history and culture.
His shows feature soaring flute melodies, captivating songs, foot-stomping jigs and reels, and heart-wrenching slow airs. Each performance is a carefully crafted tapestry of tunes, songs, and storytelling, designed to engage and transport listeners to another time and place. Rennie’s ability to transition seamlessly between high-energy tunes and emotive ballads keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, making each performance dynamic and unforgettable.
Rennie is a master performer on a wide array of instruments, showcasing extraordinary talent and versatility in every performance. His seamless command of multiple musical styles captivates audiences, while the heartfelt emotion in his slow airs and songs resonates deeply, creating a powerful and personal connection. Audiences often say they felt transported, with some describing it as a journey back home, while others share how the music awakened a deep connection they hadn’t realized they had before.
Rennie will be joined by guitarist and singer Kushla Kozeluh from Golden Bay, New Zealand. Her rippling fingerstyle accompaniment, driving rhythms, and ethereal voice add depth and lift to the music, creating a rich, vibrant sound that perfectly complements Rennie’s playing.
To open the night will be the amazing Jack O Leary.
Jack O’Leary is an Irish-born folk and jazz musician now based on the Gold Coast/Tweed region of Australia. With a voice that carries both warmth and raw emotion, Jack weaves traditional Irish songs with contemporary influences, creating performances that are both intimate and powerful. He performs solo and in ensembles such as O’Leary & Rizzalli and Munsterbucks, curates weekly Irish sessions, and continues to record and release music inspired by master songwriters like Ger Wolfe, John Spillane, and Jimmy MacCarthy. Jack’s artistry is rooted in community, storytelling, and a deep respect for the living tradition of song.