Monkeyskin blends blues, jazz, and rock with a raw energy that's earned them a loyal following across Sydney, Melbourne and beyond. Active from 1997–2003, they caught attention with “Me and Mr Jay”, which found unexpected success in Texas.
2023 saw Monkeyskin reform and release “99 Monkeys”, a collection of their original catalog. They followed with three new tracks in 2024: “Baby Don't Like It”, “Fly Away” and “One Touch”.
In 2025 they continued recording, releasing a rerecording of “Move (2025 Version)” and, returning to their grunge roots, “Outro On The Bride”, proving they hadn't lost their edge.
Regularly returning to the studio and working on new material, the band continues to release tracks while building momentum through live performances. Their return to the stage has seen increasingly enthusiastic crowds, culminating in the honour of being invited to play a blues set at the Stanmore Music Festival in 2024 — and being invited back again in 2025.
With backgrounds spanning audio engineering, formal music education, and years of recording and performance experience, they bring serious musical chops to every show. This mix of technical expertise and musical experience shows in both their recorded output and live performances.
From blues to rock, we adapt to any venue
Seasoned musicians bringing decades of performance and recording expertise to the stage
Technical expertise meets raw talent
High-energy performances
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Vocals
Distinctive vocalist bringing depth and character to every performance
Guitar
Skilled guitarist combining technical prowess with creative expression
Guitar / Vocals
Accomplished performer, teacher and songwriter bringing depth to compositions
Bass / Vocals
Dynamic bassist crafting foundational grooves and harmonies
Drums
Versatile drummer known for dynamic rhythmic arrangements
Drums / Audio Engineering
Skilled drummer and audio production specialist — also handles the band's audio engineering
Monkeyskin adapts easily from high-energy rock shows to stripped-back blues sets, making them a solid choice for any venue or lineup. Their versatility allows them to craft setlists that perfectly match the vibe of any room, from intimate blues venues to full-throttle rock shows.
They maintain strong connections with other bands in the scene and can either put together complete shows for any venue or slot in as support themselves, making it easy to create the perfect lineup for any event.
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