Why would an accomplished and serious folk songstress stand atop a 17 year old fossil-fuel guzzling station wagon and declare her tour is in honour of it?
For Julia Johnson, the silver lining of having a car crash this year was using her insurance payout to buy the station wagon she had coveted when she first started lugging music gear around and playing gigs. It has been a dream come true for her.

Throughout history, plenty of musicians have sung about how much they love their cars. Now, Julia finally gets it. But sadly nothing rhymes with ‘wagon’ so she’s just going to celebrate her beloved new set of wheels by throwing it a little celebratory tour. With a reputation for exquisite songcraft and charmingly unpredictable stage banter, Johnson will be road testing a slew of new songs from her upcoming album (which is not about cars, don’t worry).

Joining Julia at the Front:

Lily Morris
Lily Morris is a singer-songwriter based in Naarm/Melbourne penning jangly, lyric driven songs about her beloved hometown, the nuances of everyday life, and the thoughts that hitch through her head at night.

Tiernan Cady
Tiernan is an alt folk artist who draws from traditional Irish and global contemporary influences. Lyrical themes of reflection and growth are backed by intricate guitar to create a warm and expressive sound.

All Ages

The Front strives to create an inclusive and safe space for all.

We expect all patrons to help us uphold a no tolerance policy in our venue against intimidation, harassment or discrimination.

100% consensual behaviour is expected at all times. If you ever feel unsafe please seek out a Front staff member who will be happily assist you.

The Front acknowledges that this venue operates and runs events on the stolen lands of the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Sovereignty was never ceded.

The Front is accessible via a ramp and available unisex bathrooms are also accessible either through the café, or up the alley way. If you have any concerns or are interested in talking through anything more please feel free to either call us on: 0473 403 054 or email us at management@frontgallerycafe.com.