**Bill Barber and The Holding Cell** return to Geelong for a blues extravaganza to support the launch of their new album **"Southern Redemption"** at **The Barwon Club** on **Friday 12th December** joined by local legends the **Maskell Love Band**.  
  
Their new album **“Southern Redemption”** is a gritty, soulful blend of blues rock and southern storytelling, showcasing the band’s raw energy and emotional depth.  
  
Released in 2025, Southern Redemption marks a powerful chapter in the evolution of Australian blues artist Bill Barber and his band, The Holding Cell. The album is steeped in southern rock and blues influences, delivering a sound that’s both classic and contemporary. It features 10 tracks, including standout titles like Blood & Gold, Hard to Breathe, Vitriol & Champagne, and Scorched Earth  
  
Hailing from the Victorian goldfields, **Bill Barber and The Holding Cell** are paving the way for a new blend of Blues, southern rock and Americana in Australia. The essence of band is the shared experience and brotherhood of four like-minded musicians who love nothing more than sharing that with as many as they can.   
  
The band’s first year has seen some nothing-short-of-amazing accolades. Taking out the 2023 MBAS blues performers of the year award, placing in the semi-finals at the international blues challenge in Memphis USA, playing sold out ticketed shows and being invited to play some of the biggest Blues festivals in the country, including Blues on Broadbeach, Echuca Moama Winter Blues and more.   
  
Hit the Barwon Club this December to witness Blues music at it's best with special guests Local Legends **Maskell Love Band** kicking off proceedings.  
  
Doors 7:30pm

Bill Barber and The Holding Cell

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