Mark Curtis and the Flannelettes

Compelling songwriting with quirk, delivered by a fun, alt country, string band from Adelaide, South Australia Kaurna Yerta

Those moments when a song taps into your psyche, hints at your vulnerability, and makes you smile at the same time you feel seen

– Mark Curtis offers them in spades.

Drawing influence from artists such as Wilco, Gillian Welch, The Beatles, Finn brothers and Daniel Johnston, he has a gift for communicating the fragility of being human in music that’s both poignant and playful.

Teamed up with his Flannelettes, Bonnie Aué (upright bass), Michael Hutchison (drumkit), and William Jack (cello) he creates quirky songs drenched in harmonies, cynicism and humour. A little bit alt-country, a lot their own sound.

Indulge yourself and listen to his lyrics closely and alone. Then head to a gig and see them energised by the infectious spirit of passionate and talented performers.


“A band that gets the party started, keeps the party going and ends the party in the best way, Mark Curtis and the Flannelettes are deliciously addictive and delightfully engaging. They are the perfect mix of fun, energetic and extremely professional. If you want talent, they’ve got it in spades.” - Libby Trainor Parker


"During sound check we thought someone had put a record on, I just wanted to hear more and more." – Felicity Urquhart


"Mark Curtis and the Flannelettes bring tonnes of witty banter and fun, indie folk-rock jams to the space. Their songwriting is compelling and clever, and locals might recognise some favourite spots in the lyrics." – Scenestr