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Don's Party
Don's Party
Stage
100% Live Performance (All instruments played live, no backing tracks)
Dance-Friendly Party Music Performance
Full Band Sound Performance
Blues
Dance
Rock And Roll
Rock
Charity Events
Concert Events
Cruise Ship Events
Private Events
Venues (Hotels, Pubs, Café, Restaurant, Nightclub, RSL, Sporting Club)
Wedding Events
Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Reception Party
Corporate Events
1970
Retro/Vintage
1980
Glam Rock
Bell Bottoms and Afros
Woodstock
Retro/Vintage
Disco
Guitar
Drums
Bass Guitar
Singer - Vocalist
Keyboard
Lead Singer
Back-Up Singer
Tenor (Vocal Type)
Soprano (Vocal Type)
Alto (Vocal Type)
Harmony Singing
Female
Male
Authentic
Energetic
Playful
Spontaneous
Fun
Lively
English
Meal and Drink Rider
Requires drinks and beverages
Requires Meals for Crew and Performers
Parking
Requires parking
Can Dedicate Songs To Guests
Mingles With Guests Between Performances
Offers Meet & Greet Option
Provides Photo Opportunities
Willing To Learn Songs Not In Current Repertoire
6 Performers
Cover
About
Here's why you need Don's Party for your next function:
Looking for a high-energy Melbourne cover band that will keep your guests dancing all night? Don's Party is built on the reunion of four original members from one of the city's standout 80s acts, R.D.O. After more than 35 years apart, **Don Hailes, Mark Webb, John Hutton,** and **Rick Fowler** picked up their instruments again and instantly rediscovered the chemistry that made their original lineup so strong.
To take things to the next level, two powerhouse performers joined the fold:
**Gabrielle Parbo,** an exceptional lead vocalist known for her work fronting the Carole King Tapestry tribute show, and
**Craig Smith**, a versatile lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist with decades of live experience.
Together, this six-piece will deliver a polished, dynamic show built on big harmonies, strong musicianship, and a stage presence that fills any room. You can expect classic hits, rock favourites, and sing-along anthems that appeal to a wide audience — the kind of songs that get your crowd dancing, singing, and staying longer.
Every performance is backed by full production, including professional PA, lighting, and sound management. You're covered too — the band is fully insured and is known for being venue-friendly, reliable, and organised from load-in to pack-down.
Their motto sums it up perfectly:
**"Get 'em dancing, get 'em singing, get 'em thirsty."**
And that's exactly what they'll deliver for you.
Their signature **"Bums Off Seats"** sessions are crafted to keep energy high and your patrons engaged, blending classic 70's and 80's rock, dance-floor favourites, and timeless anthems that work in pubs, clubs, corporate events, weddings, private functions, outdoor events, and festivals.
Book Don's Party and you'll get experience, professionalism, and a crowd-focused setlist that consistently boosts atmosphere and is a proven, dependable live act for your event.
Looking for a high-energy Melbourne cover band that will keep your guests dancing all night? Don's Party is built on the reunion of four original members from one of the city's standout 80s acts, R.D.O. After more than 35 years apart, **Don Hailes, Mark Webb, John Hutton,** and **Rick Fowler** picked up their instruments again and instantly rediscovered the chemistry that made their original lineup so strong.
To take things to the next level, two powerhouse performers joined the fold:
**Gabrielle Parbo,** an exceptional lead vocalist known for her work fronting the Carole King Tapestry tribute show, and
**Craig Smith**, a versatile lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist with decades of live experience.
Together, this six-piece will deliver a polished, dynamic show built on big harmonies, strong musicianship, and a stage presence that fills any room. You can expect classic hits, rock favourites, and sing-along anthems that appeal to a wide audience — the kind of songs that get your crowd dancing, singing, and staying longer.
Every performance is backed by full production, including professional PA, lighting, and sound management. You're covered too — the band is fully insured and is known for being venue-friendly, reliable, and organised from load-in to pack-down.
Their motto sums it up perfectly:
**"Get 'em dancing, get 'em singing, get 'em thirsty."**
And that's exactly what they'll deliver for you.
Their signature **"Bums Off Seats"** sessions are crafted to keep energy high and your patrons engaged, blending classic 70's and 80's rock, dance-floor favourites, and timeless anthems that work in pubs, clubs, corporate events, weddings, private functions, outdoor events, and festivals.
Book Don's Party and you'll get experience, professionalism, and a crowd-focused setlist that consistently boosts atmosphere and is a proven, dependable live act for your event.
Set List
Pricing
Full P.A system
Light show
Sound Engineer
3 x 45 minute sets from $1400.00
Microphone for speeches
Light show
Sound Engineer
3 x 45 minute sets from $1400.00
Microphone for speeches
Location & Travel
Departing from Frankston, VIC 3199
Travel up to 100km
Stage
100% Live Performance (All instruments played live, no backing tracks)
Dance-Friendly Party Music Performance
Full Band Sound Performance
Blues
Dance
Rock And Roll
Rock
Charity Events
Concert Events
Cruise Ship Events
Private Events
Venues (Hotels, Pubs, Café, Restaurant, Nightclub, RSL, Sporting Club)
Wedding Events
Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Reception Party
Corporate Events
1970
Retro/Vintage
1980
Glam Rock
Bell Bottoms and Afros
Woodstock
Retro/Vintage
Disco
Guitar
Drums
Bass Guitar
Singer - Vocalist
Keyboard
Lead Singer
Back-Up Singer
Tenor (Vocal Type)
Soprano (Vocal Type)
Alto (Vocal Type)
Harmony Singing
Female
Male
Authentic
Energetic
Playful
Spontaneous
Fun
Lively
English
Meal and Drink Rider
Requires drinks and beverages
Requires Meals for Crew and Performers
Parking
Requires parking
Can Dedicate Songs To Guests
Mingles With Guests Between Performances
Offers Meet & Greet Option
Provides Photo Opportunities
Willing To Learn Songs Not In Current Repertoire
6 Performers
Cover
Don's Party
Stage
100% Live Performance (All instruments played live, no backing tracks)
Dance-Friendly Party Music Performance
Full Band Sound Performance
Blues
Dance
Rock And Roll
Rock
Charity Events
Concert Events
Cruise Ship Events
Private Events
Venues (Hotels, Pubs, Café, Restaurant, Nightclub, RSL, Sporting Club)
Wedding Events
Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Reception Party
Corporate Events
1970
Retro/Vintage
1980
Glam Rock
Bell Bottoms and Afros
Woodstock
Retro/Vintage
Disco
Guitar
Drums
Bass Guitar
Singer - Vocalist
Keyboard
Lead Singer
Back-Up Singer
Tenor (Vocal Type)
Soprano (Vocal Type)
Alto (Vocal Type)
Harmony Singing
Female
Male
Authentic
Energetic
Playful
Spontaneous
Fun
Lively
English
Meal and Drink Rider
Requires drinks and beverages
Requires Meals for Crew and Performers
Parking
Requires parking
Can Dedicate Songs To Guests
Mingles With Guests Between Performances
Offers Meet & Greet Option
Provides Photo Opportunities
Willing To Learn Songs Not In Current Repertoire
6 Performers
Cover