A regular on the Australian independent music scene since age 15, Jules Sheldon was mentored by rock icon Spencer P. Jones (Paul Kelly Band, Beasts Of Bourbon, The Johnnys) who produced his self-titled debut album in 2010.
Since then, he’s added another two albums to his discography, each as different from the other, but still tied together by his careful and detailed songwriting.
The last few years haven’t been easy. Losing mentors in both Jones and his Beasts of Bourbon bandmate Brian Henry Hooper made Sheldon question if he could go on as a musician.
Rediscovering his love for music after a lot of soul-searching, it was revisiting some of his favourite songwriters, and the formation of his new backing band The Boundary Riders, which gave him his mojo back.
Crafting a jangly but punky alt-country sound, the result is the album ‘Electric Transport’. With nods to Paul Westerberg, Tim Rogers, and Robyn Hitchcock, Sheldon creates a love note to these cherished artists, while also making an album that is truly unique.
He brings these songs and more over to Aotearoa in March 2026, for two special solo acoustic shows in Auckland and Christchurch. Tickets for both are available from UTR.
14.03.2026
605 MORNINGSIDE, AUCKLAND
8PM START
w/ YUKO MIYOSHI (Memory Foam)
$10 presale/$15 on the door.
20.03.2026
SPACE ACADEMY, CHRISTCHURCH
8PM DOORS
Supporting GINA MALCOLM & HOLLOW SOULS
$20 presale/ $25 on the door.
“There is something about Sheldon’s latest album that screams “MELBOURNE”, whether it is the jangling opener “Tramways In My Mind” complete with strategically placed tram warning bells, or an undeniable Paul Kelly-like timbre to his vocals” - RHYTHMS MAGAZINE
The album is a short yet enjoyable one, featuring a variety of musical styles at each tram stop. Don’t forget to buy a return ticket. “ – AMERICANA UK (7/10)
“It feels logical & sincere. It feels like fun for god sake. And isn’t rock n’ roll supposed to be fun?” – MICK THOMAS (Weddings, Parties, Anything)
“Great LP. Songwriting and playin’ all simmering high.” – TIM ROGERS (You Am I)
