About
Dale is a live acoustic musician, DJ and MC hailing from the Sunshine Coast of Australia. With over 15 years of experience playing around the country, he has established himself as a talented multi-instrumentalist, gifted songwriter and DJ. His style is deeply rooted in the sounds of the Australian countryside, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty and laid-back way of life that characterises the region. His live performances are renowned for his energy and raw emotion, as he effortlessly switches between guitar, percussion, and harmonica. He is a gifted storyteller, weaving personal anecdotes and tales of the land into his music. Dale draws influence from a multitude of musical storytellers including Mike Love (for his passion), Paul Kelly (for his honesty) and Archie Roach (for his legacy). He has a dedicated fanbase and his coastal music resonates with audiences of all ages.
Recent reviews:
"We are so grateful we chose South Sound Events (Dale Mallett) for our wedding at Eagle Bay Brewery in February.Our entire experience with the team was fantastic. Communication from Tom and the rest of the team in the lead-up was organised, clear, and flexible, which made the planning process so much easier.Dale performed acoustic guitar and vocals before the ceremony and during cocktail hour, and so many guests commented on how perfectly his music matched the vibe of both the venue and the day.When it came time to hit the dance floor, we gave Dale a few song suggestions, but he read the room brilliantly—playing one great track after another and keeping the dance floor packed all night with friends and family of all ages!" - Kaylee
"Dale was the perfect addition to our day. He was the good vibes and the perfect relaxed energy we were going for and felt so lucky to have him apart of our day. He was so flexible and adapted to everything that came to be on the day. It was great to also have an MC that we didn’t have to worry about on the day. Couldn’t recommend Dale more highly!" - Amy
Cover Songs List
1814 – Picture on the Wall
4 Non Blondes – What’s Going On
Angus & Julia Stone – Big Jet Plane
Archie Roach – Took the Children Away
Bad Company – Feel Like Makin Love
Ball Park Music – Just The Way You Are
Ben Harper – Diamonds on the Inside
Ben Harper – Steal My Kisses
Bobby Alu – The Day
Bobby McFerrin – Don’t Worry Be Happy
Bob Marley – 3 Little Birds
Bob Marley – Buffalo Soldier
Bob Marley – Get Up Stand Up
Bob Marley – I Shot the Sheriff
Bob Marley – Is This Love
Bob Marley – No Woman No Cry
Bob Marley – One Love
Bob Marley – Stir It Up
Bob Marley – Waiting in Vain
Busby Marou – Underlying Message
Cat Stevens – Father & Son
Cat Stevens – First Cut
Counting Crows – Big Yellow Taxi
Creedence – Midnight Special
Creedence – Proud Mary
Donovan Frankenreiter – If It Don’t Matter
Donovan Frankenreiter – Whatcha Know Bout Love
Eagle Eye Cherry – Save Tonight
Eddie Vedder – Hard Sun
Eagles – Peaceful Easy Feeling
Expanders – Top Shelf
Fleetwood Mac – Dreams
George Ezra – Blame It On Me
Inner Circle – Sweat
Jack Johnson – Better Together
Jack Johnson – Bubbly Toes
Jack Johnson – Flake
Jack Johnson – Lay You Down
Jack Johnson – Taylor
Jason Mraz – I’m Yours
J Boog – Lonely Days
JBT – Real World / Good Excuse
Jimmy Cliff – Many Rivers to Cross
John Denver – Country Road
John Mayer – Body Is A Wonderland
Josh Pyke – Sew My Name
Katchafire – Collie Herb Man
Katchafire – Get Away
Lion King – In the Jungle
Lionel Richie – Stuck On You
Maoli – Have It All
Maoli – Look Good On You
Mustard Courage – Standing By Your Side
Newton Faulkner – People Should Smile More
Paul Kelly – To Her Door
Paul Simon – Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes
Pete Murray – Feeler
Peter Frampton – Baby I Love Your Way
Powderfinger – Love Your Way
Powderfinger – My Happiness
Powderfinger – Sunsets
Rodriguez – Jane S. Piddy
Rupert Holmes – Pina Colada
Screaming Jets – Shiver
Shaggy – Angel
Shaggy – Strength of a Woman
Sublime – What I Got
The Band – The Weight
The Beautiful Girls – Periscopes
The Black Seeds – Cool Me Down
The Black Seeds – So True
The Specials – Message to Rudy
The Teskey Brothers – Hold Me
The Wood Brothers – Luckiest Man
UB40 – Bring Me Your Cup
Van Morrison – Brown Eyed Girl
Warumpi Band – My Island Home
Xavier Rudd – Follow the Sun
Yothu Yindi – Treaty
