Popular
Stranger
Classic Rock Band
Popular Stranger is an Adelaide-based rock band known for their electrifying performances and captivating original music. With a passion for classic rock, our band delivers a fresh take on the genre, blending timeless melodies with modern energy.
Join us on this musical journey as we continue to push boundaries, inspire audiences, and leave our mark on the Adelaide music scene. Get ready to rock with Popular Stranger!
Popular Stranger draws inspiration from the guitar driven classic rock era of the 60’s and 70’s, along with a taste for groove and melody, the band offers the audiences a unique live experience blending high energy classic rock, with the subtleness and finesse of Motown and Soul.
Hailing from Adelaide, Australia, Popular Stranger has a sound far greater than what you’d expect from a trio. With the addition of Hammond style keyboards, acoustic guitar and harmonica, audiences throughout have been left in awe of the bands performances onstage.
Popular Stranger endeavour to continuously release music, play as many shows as possible, and spread the music as far and wide as fate will take them. Be sure to see a show whenever and wherever you can. Support local music, support local venues
Audio Engineer/Producer
Miles Jeffery
Popular Stranger
Steve Retsas – vocals, drums, acoustic guitars, harmonica.
Nick Falanga – bass, keyboards.
George Karavasilis – guitars.
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Steve Retsas: Vocals, drums
Nick Falanga: Bass
George Karavasilis: Guitar
Audio Engineer: Miles Jeffery
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For more songs head over to our Discography page
Andy Martin catches up with long-time friend George the guitarist from the band ‘Popular Stranger’.
Find out how the boys know each other – you’d never guess it. Andy and George go deep into how George became a musician and the hurdles and fun that he experienced along the way.
George lets us in on the behind the scenes of becoming the support act for internationally successful band ‘Wolfmother‘ and how Popular Stranger came to be.
It’s over an hour of casual convo, laughs and if you’re a musician (or not), plenty of tips and learnings along the way.
Contact for Booking
Interested in booking Popular Stranger for your event? We’d love to bring our electrifying rock sound to your stage! Whether it’s a festival, concert, private party, or corporate event, we’re ready to deliver an unforgettable performance that will leave your audience wanting more.
To inquire about our availability, please fill out the form below or contact us directly via email. Our team will get back to you promptly to discuss your event needs and how we can tailor our performance to exceed your expectations.
Let’s make your event a rockin’ success with Popular Stranger!
