SPOOKI LOUNGE
Sooki Lounge · sunday 1 nov
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who are they, then
John Yanko is a singer/songwriter, producer and performer from Melbourne, Australia. John has released 5 songs that he has written and self produced on all streaming platforms & regularly performs his original music in venues & festivals around Melbourne as a solo artist and his electrifying band, John loves connecting with his audience and creating a stellar & passionate vibe through his energetic performances. In 2025 John made his TV debut on the hit ABC TV show, 'The Piano', hosted by Amanda Keller and featured classical pianist, Andrea Lam & Grammy Award winner, Harry Connick Jr. John was chosen by Andrea & Harry to perform at a concert at the City Recital Hall in Sydney.
In 2026, John made his professional musical theatre debut in the very successful Melbourne production of 'Once' The Musical.
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John is currently self producing his debut album & continues to perform solo & with his band in Melbourne & in musical theatre productions.
in their own words · via triple j unearthed
what people say
“JOHN YANKO is a Melbourne-based singer, songwriter, and performer whose artistry bridges storytelling and soul.”— thetheatre.au
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Change Your Mindunearthed
Coldunearthed
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warmed the stage for Hannah Underwood at sooki lounge — july 2026
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Thee Oh Sees
Citizen
Neck Deep
La Dispute
Mudhoney
The Damned
The Cribs
Ash
The Rapture