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Presale Tickets On Sale Now: Splendour in the Grass Sideshows

by the partae February 11, 2022
written by the partae
OUR OFFICIAL SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS SIDESHOWS PRESALE IS LIVE NOW
Missed out on Splendour tickets? Don’t worry, Secret Sounds has got your back! Splendour’s Official Sideshows of 2022 are finally here and set to roll into venues around the country this July!

This monster pile of tours is the biggest Official Sideshow announcement in the history of Splendour, so be sure to hold your hat as you get your head around this one…
Pre-sales: starting Fri 11 Feb, 9am (local time)
General On Sale: starting Mon 14 Feb, 9am (local time)
Presale tips
  • Have your ticketing provider account details at the ready.
  • Make sure you have your presale links ready to go. No codes or passwords are needed.
  • Presale will run until Mon 14 Feb, 8am (local time) or until allocation is exhausted.
  • Once presale allocation is exhausted, more tix will be available to the general public from Mon 14 Feb, 9am (local time).
Click the below links to purchase your tickets.
No codes or passwords are needed.

LIAM GALLAGHER supported by Triple M
Thu 21 Jul | Spark Arena, Auckland – TICKETS
Sat 23 Jul | Aware Super Theatre, Sydney – TICKETS
Wed 27 Jul | John Cain Arena, Melbourne – TICKETS
Sat 30 Jul | HBF Stadium – Perth – TICKETS


YEAH YEAH YEAHS with WET LEG
Wed 20 Jul | Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne – TICKETS
Sun 24 Jul | Hordern Pavilion, Sydney – TICKETS


DUKE DUMONT co-presented with Fuzzy
Fri 15 Jul | Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (LIVE) – TICKETS
Sat 16 Jul | Metro City, Perth – TICKETS
Fri 22 Jul | John Cain Arena, Melbourne (LIVE) – TICKETS


JACK HARLOW co-presented with Live Nation supported by triple j
Wed 20 Jul | HBF Stadium, Perth – TICKETS
Mon 25 Jul | Roundhouse, Sydney – TICKETS
Thu 28 Jul | Forum, Melbourne – TICKETS
Sun 31 Jul | Trusts Arena, Auckland – TICKETS


YUNGBLUD
Wed 20 Jul | Shed 10, Auckland – TICKETS
Sat 23 Jul | Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane – TICKETS
Sun 24 Jul | Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide – TICKETS
Wed 27 Jul | Hordern Pavilion, Sydney – TICKETS
Thu 28 July | John Cain Arena, Melbourne – TICKETS
Sat 30 July | Astor Theatre, Perth – TICKETS


JUNGLE supported by triple j
Wed 20 Jul | Uni Bar, Hobart – TICKETS
Sat 23 Jul | Palais Theatre, Melbourne – TICKETS
Sun 24 Jul | Enmore Theatre, Sydney – TICKETS


MURA MASA
Wed 20 Jul | Metro City, Perth – TICKETS
Fri 22 Jul | Forum, Melbourne – TICKETS
Sat 23 Jul | Enmore Theatre, Sydney – TICKETS


AITCH
Fri 22 Jul | Metro City, Perth – TICKETS
Tue 26 Jul | Enmore Theatre, Sydney – TICKETS
Wed 27 Jul | Forum, Melbourne – TICKETS
Thu 28 Jul | The Gov, Adelaide – TICKETS
Sat 30 Jul | San Fran, Wellington – TICKETS
Sun 31 Jul | Powerstation, Auckland – TICKETS


TOM MISCH co-presented with Live Nation
Fri 22 Jul | Enmore Theatre, Sydney – TICKETS
Mon 25 Jul | Palais Theatre, Melbourne – TICKETS


OLIVER TREE co-presented with Laneway Presents
Sat 16 Jul | Astor Theatre, Perth – TICKETS
Tue 19 Jul | Enmore Theatre, Sydney – TICKETS
Thurs 21 Jul | Forum, Melbourne –

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FULL TILT FESTIVAL BRISBANE CONFIRMS LINE-UP FOR APRIL 23

by the partae February 11, 2022
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Full Tilt Brisbane taking place on Saturday 23 April at Eaton’s Hill Outdoor and Ballroom reveals it’s full line-up!

Uniting from across the nation, Full Tilt Festival is a who’s who of the Australian Metal, Punk and Rock spectrums. The festival is headlined by the ever evolving metalcore luminaries and Aria Award winners, Northlane. Joining them are the best hard hitters in the land including In Hearts Wake, Thy Art Is Murder, Frenzal Rhomb, Slowly Slowly, Hellions, Alpha Wolf, Justice For the Damned, The Bennies, Reliqa and Closure. Also joining them are new additions Between You And Me, Stepson and the return of Luca Brasi.

Along with market stalls, there will be a huge variety of vegetarian, vegan and meat food trucks and Kickass DJ’s spinning tunes between the best live bands in the Nation. This is going to be one epic day across 2 huge stages!

All tickets remain valid for the new date. We cannot wait to see you all in the pit!

FULL TILT FESTIVAL

SATURDAY 23 APRIL
BRISBANE, EATON’S HILL OUTDOOR AND BALLROOM – 18+

LINE-UP:
NORTHLANE | IN HEARTS WAKE | THY ART IS MURDER | FRENZAL RHOMB | LUCA BRASI
SLOWLY SLOWLY | HELLIONS | ALPHA WOLF | JUSTICE FOR THE DAMNED
BETWEEN YOU AND ME | STEPSON | THE BENNIES | RELIQA | CLOSURE

SATURDAY 26 MARCH
MELBOURNE, REUNION PARK, BURNLEY – 18+

LINE-UP:
NORTHLANE | IN HEARTS WAKE | THY ART IS MURDER | FRENZAL RHOMB | LUCA BRASI
SLOWLY SLOWLY | MAKE THEM SUFFER | HELLIONS | PSYCROPTIC | PRESS CLUB
ALPHA WOLF | THORNHILL | YOURS TRULY | THE BENNIES
DROWN THIS CITY | CATHOLIC GUILT

Head to www.destroyalllines.com for more information.

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DUKE STREET BLOCK PARTY ANNOUNCES LINEUP FEATURING SISTER NANCY, FLOATING POINTS, ERIS DREW & OCTO OCTA, SHERELLE, DJ HOLOGRAPHIC & MORE

by the partae February 10, 2022
written by the partae

Saturday 19th March 2022 12PM-10PM

REGISTER FOR PRESALE

Presented by Untitled Group, Crown Ruler, Moon Dog Craft Brewery & PBS 106.7FM and taking place on Saturday 19th March 2022, boutique street festival ‘Duke Street Block Party’ returns.

 The lineup will feature a diverse spread – from the return of probing electronic Maverick Floating Points (DJ), to Jamaica’s original microphone rocker Sister Nancy (Live), paired with rave authorities Eris Drew b2b Octo Octa, Detroit’s one woman funk machine DJ Hologaphic, Sherelle, Cassettes For Kids (Live), Kalyani and many more.

The 2022 edition will see an expansion of the event to run along Bond Street as well as Duke Street, meaning more room for punters to dance, move & dive into the high energy block party all-rounder.

LINEUP:

FLOATING POINTS (DJ SET)

SISTER NANCY (LIVE)

C.FRIM

CASSETTES FOR KIDS (LIVE)

CRESCENDOLL

DJ FRIDAY

DJ HOLOGRAPHIC

ERIS DREW B2B OCTO OCTA

FIRAS

IZY (DJ SET)

JIMMY SING

KALYANI

KGOMOTSO

MILO EASTWOOD

MIRASIA

MOTHAFUNK

NAY NAY

PET$

SHERELLE

SO.CRATES (LIVE)

SOPHIE MCALISTER

SOVBLKPSSY

As well as showcasing live acts and DJs from around the globe, punters can explore the nooks and crannies of Duke Street and Bond Street with bespoke food and drink options including Nico’s Sandwiches and Vola Foods.

Proud presenters PBS will transform the Moon Dog Warehouse into a considered dance space hosting some of Naarm’s most eclectic and esoteric selectors. There will be a third stage tucked away in the neighbouring car park presented by infamous local party Dutty.

Come experience a truly original lineup of groundbreaking musical minds and connect with our shared community. Duke Street Block Party returns for another inspiring all day affair .

Register for presale: https://arep.co/p/dbsp2022

Presale registrations close – Monday 14th of February 4:00PM AEDT

Presale tickets on sale – Monday 14th of February 6:00PM AEDT

General Public on sale – Tuesday 15th of February 12:00PM AEDT

Get connected:

https://www.facebook.com/dukestreetblockparty/

https://www.instagram.com/dukestreetblockparty/

https://dukestblockparty.com/

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Scene & Heard Festival announces new date & revised lineup – Spiderbait, Tumbleweed, The Porkers & Kid Kenobi join the bill

by the partae February 10, 2022
written by the partae

The Scene & Heard team are gearing up to bring festivalgoers one helluva show in 2022, and we can’t wait!   With a new date locked in for Sunday March 13 at Wickham Park, with this news comes the announcement of some new friends set to join us, which we’re sure you’re going to love.

Joining Grinspoon, Ratcat, Frenzal Rhomb, COG and Caligula, we welcome back festival favourites – the hard-hitting, mighty rock trio that is, Spiderbait.  With seven albums (5 of which went Top 20), 2x ARIA Awards (from a whopping 19 nominations) and a stack of radio hits under their belts, including the #1 chart-topper Black Betty, you’ll get nothing but a blistering performance from this acclaimed super-charged unit when they blast out fan favourites & classics such as Buy Me a Pony, Calypso, Monty, Black Betty and more…

Also rolling into Wickham Park will be none other than Australia’s finest alternative psych-fuzz-rock acts, Tumbleweed.  Throughout the nineties/early noughties, if you didn’t come across the 5-piece at a packed-out gig, festival or performing alongside the likes of Nirvana, Iggy Pop, Fugazi etc… where were you?  Celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, the ‘weed will no doubt have plenty of material to choose from when they hit the stage.  From their five classic albums, Tumbleweed, Galactaphonic, Return to Earth, Mumbo Jumbo & Sounds from the Other Side, featuring standout crowd faves Sundial, Atomic, Daddy Long Legs and Carousel…through to the band’s latest singles Rebellion & Shadowland, this will be one performance you won’t want to miss.

Adding to the mix will be our very own hometown Ska-Punk heroes, The Porkers.  Always a favourite on the live circuit, from local & international festivals (Vans Warped USA) to sharing stages with the likes of Rancid, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, No Doubt & Bad Manners, you’re in for a damn good time when Pete Porker and the band pull out favourites such as Too Big for Your Boots, Goin’ Off, Aloha Steve & Danno, through to new singles The Good Egg, Big Baby Man and more…

Providing the killer beats and plenty of grooves over on the Don’t Come Monday stage – you’ll get critically acclaimed, ARIA Award nominated breakbeats DJ Kid Kenobi, as well as the DISCOVERY “DAFT PUNK TRIBUTE” SHOW and MINX…and there’s more to be announced.

We’re here to stay – thanks for holding onto your tickets in support of the artists and our much-loved live music industry.  Big thanks also to the artists who have supported us along the way.  We look forward to seeing you all at Scene & Heard 2022.

Tickets purchased for the original date are valid for the March 13 event.


OZTIX will be in touch with all ticket holders on Monday February 14 regarding refund requests.

 

SCENE & HEARD FESTIVAL 2022
Sunday March 13 – Wickham Park, Newcastle
*2 STAGES*
This is an 18+ event

GRINSPOON
SPIDERBAIT
RATCAT
FRENZAL RHOMB
COG
TUMBLEWEED
THE PORKERS
CALIGULA

*DON’T COME MONDAY STAGE*
KID KENOBI
DISCOVERY “DAFT PUNK TRIBUTE” SHOW
MINX
+ more DCM acts to be announced


General tickets available now from the website

 

For more info, head to SCENE & HEARD FESTIVAL

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MAY-A EXTENDS AUS TOUR DATES SUPPORTING GAYLE + 5SOS + WALLOWS (DYLAN MINNETTE) + COLLABORATES WITH FLUME ON ‘SAY NOTHING’

by the partae February 10, 2022
written by the partae
Photo by Jimmy Fontaine

PRAISE FOR MAY-A

“A proper pop whiz”
triple j

“Wunderkind pop star”
NME Magazine 

“Rising pop talent”
Billboard

“MAY-A is moving full force”
PAPER Magazine

“Euphoric track ‘Apricots’, which sees May-A tell the story of
her first same-sex relationship should be part of
a coming-of-age film soundtrack”

VOGUE Australia

“MAY-A is in the swing of things”
NOTION

“Welcome to your new fave artist”
DORK

Hot off the heels from her collaboration with Flume on ‘Say Nothing’, today MAY-A announces more dates for her east coast Australian tour following a sold out run; ahead of her international live debut supporting Gayle in LA next month, 5SOS national tour dates later this year, and a tour across the UK/Europe supporting Wallows (Dylan Minnette) in 2023. BUY TICKETS HERE.

In 2021 alone, MAY-A received her first ARIA nomination for ‘Best Breakthrough Act’, in the wake of her debut EP Don’t Kiss Ur Friends, which launched to a stream of international praise. Recognised by Vogue as one of “the next generation of Australian musicians”; a “rising pop talent” by Billboard and recurring triple j mainstay amongst praise from Variety, Dork, PAPER, and many more.

Steadying to burst into 2022, MAY-A also celebrated landing at #101 in triple j’s Hottest 200, features, collaborations, and performances with some of the nation’s most respected and burgeoning stars – The Veronicas, DMA’S, Budjerah, and now, Flume. ‘Say Nothing’ marked the return of Flume and news of his forthcoming album Palaces, due May 20. “Working with Flume on ‘Say Nothing’ has been a really incredible experience,” MAY-A says. “I’m such a big fan of Harley’s so it’s unbelievable to be in a position to create music with someone I look up to and can learn so much from. His creative process is a really inspiring thing to be a part of. I’m so excited for everyone to hear the song!” 

This May, Don’t Kiss Ur Friends will be shared live for the first time ever, where MAY-A will give the intimate life moments threaded across her debut EP, the live girl band experience. Experience ‘Central Station’ and ‘Swing Of Things’ alongside crowd favourites ‘Apricots’ and ‘Time I Love To Waste’. Support acts TBA, see all tour routing info and purchase details below.

2022 TOUR DATES
Thu 5 May – Night Cat – Naarm / Melbourne *NEW*
Fri 6 May – Night Cat – Naarm / Melbourne SOLD OUT
Thu 12 May – Black Bear Lodge – Meanjin / Brisbane *NEW*
Fri 13 May – Black Bear Lodge – Meanjin / Brisbane SOLD OUT
Thu 19 May – Oxford Art Factory – Warrang / Sydney *NEW*
Fri 20 May – Oxford Art Factory – Warrang / Sydney SOLD OUT
Tue 14 Mar – The Roxy – Lenape Land / West Hollywood, CA~
Fri-Sun 22-24 Jul – Splendour In The Grass – Cavanbah / Byron Bay, NSW
Wed 30 Nov 2022 – HBF Stadium – Boorloo / Perth, WA*
Fri 2 Dec 2022 – Riverstage Brisbane – Meanjin / Brisbane, QLD*
Sun 4 Dec 2022 – Sidney Myer Music Bowl – Naarm / Melbourne, VIC*
Tues 6 Dec 2022 – HOTA – Ngarangwal Land / Gold Coast, QLD*
Wed 7 Dec 2022 – Bar On The Hill – Mulubinba / Newcastle, NSW*
Fri 9 Dec 2022 – Sydney Opera House Forecourt – Warrang / Sydney, NSW*
Sat 10 Dec 2022 – Sydney Opera House Forecourt – Warrang / Sydney, NSW*

2023 TOUR DATES
Mon 9 Jan – Olympia – Baile Átha Cliath / Dublin, IE^
Tue 10 Jan – O2 Academy – Glasgow, UK^
Wed 11 Jan – Academy – Manchester, UK^
Fri 12 – Jan – Leeds Academy – Leeds, UK^
Sat 14 Jan – O2 Academy – Birmingham, UK^
Sun 15 Jan – O2 Academy – Bristol, UK^
Tue 17 Jan – O2 Academy – Bournemouth, UK^
Wed 18 Jan – O2 Brixton Academy – London, UK^
Sat 21 Jan – Ronda – Utrecht, NL^
Sun 22 Jan – La Cigale – Paris, FR^
Wed 25 Jan – Magazzini Generali – Milan, IT^
Thu 26 Jan – X-Tra – Zürich, CH^
Fri 27 Jan – Muffathalle – Munich, DE^
Sun 29 Jan – Astra – Berlin, DE^
Mon 30 Jan – Live Music Hall – Cologne, DE^
Tue 31 Jan – Fabrik – Hamburg, DE^
Thu 2 Feb – VEGA Main Hall – Copenhagen, DK^
Fri 3 Feb – Fryshuset – Stockholm, SE^
Sun 5 Feb – Vulkan – Oslo, NO^

* supporting 5SOS
~ supporting Gayle
^ supporting Wallows

Tickets are available HERE.

Stay connected with MAY-A:
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BODY TYPE RETURN WITH ‘SEX & RAGE’ + ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM + SIGNING TO POISON CITY RECORDS EVERYTHING IS DANGEROUS BUT NOTHING’S SURPRISING LP OUT MAY 20 VIA POISON CITY RECORDS

by the partae February 10, 2022
written by the partae

Today Body Type drop their first new music in three years, ‘Sex & Rage‘ with the reveal of their debut album, Everything Is Dangerous But Nothing’s Surprising, out May 20 via Poison City Records. LISTEN + WATCH ‘SEX & RAGE’ HERE.

Rife with frisky guitars and skittish percussion that soars into the chorus, ‘Sex & Rage‘ is a corrosive display of extremes. The doggerel of desire, angst, and euphoria set alight with a rousing plea for exuberance and exhilaration in the face of banality and boredom. Moulding the feel-good indie prowess that saw the band fast rise, ‘Sex & Rage‘ ushers in a new era of Body Type. A ragged rock-punk hybrid, savagely unapologetic in intent and delivery.

Speaking to the release, vocalist Sophie shares “‘Sex & Rage’ is a reflection on finding passion amidst feverish banality. When you are uninspired, when you feel sad that the general public would rather look at their phone screens than what’s hanging on the walls of the Louvre; when lovers leave you just like they always do and everything feels like a cliché – remember the feelings that set you aflame, and the things that make those feelings happen. For me, it’s Body Type and cryptic crosswords.”

Named after and dedicated to writer Eve Babitz‘s cult novel, ‘Sex & Rage‘ is a culmination of the world that Body Type will birth on Everything Is Dangerous But Nothing’s Surprising. In the wake of back-to-back tours and releases, Sophie McComish, Annabel Blackman, Cecil Coleman, and Georgia Wilkinson-Derums regrouped in early 2020, to record their debut album eight days – shortly before they would become separated by the pandemic.

With the release Body Type reconvene their collaborative relationship with music video director Madeline Purdy. Speaking to the visual elements, she reveals “We wanted to show an overabundance of unorthodox, freakish human beauty, but have it stop before total chaos. The strict confines of an audition room setting tinged every character with an inherent yearning to be liked by their audience. The clip had to show that sex and rage are inherent in every human being, but create different characters of us all. Despite that, we’re all on the same stage, singing the same song.”

Like Babitz’s prose, the album is exultant, effusive, playful, cutting, and maybe most significantly, incandescent in its fury. It’s an album all about yanking back control, embracing abandon and purging despair, told through the grizzly margins of rock and punk. Recorded and mastered by Jonathan Boulet, and entirely self-funded, the album sounds joyfully anarchic, bursting with life and autonomy.

Andrew Hayden, the owner of record store and label Poison City Records, is thrilled to announce the news of the band’s signing. He shares, “We fell in love with Body Type after coming across their early EPs a while back – the tracks ’Stingray’ and ‘Palms’ felt especially infectious and exciting, so obviously we’re delighted to be working with Body Type on their debut album this year! Body Type’s attitude and approach to the wide world of independent music is a great fit for Poison City and musically we hear a magical blend of soulful indie-rock and fierce angular-pop that feels urgent and relevant to these modern times.”

Since first forming in 2016, Body Type have shared acclaimed EPs, EP1 and EP2 to global fever and critical acclaim from DIY, NME, Dork, The Line Of Best Fit, The FADER, Stereogum, KEXP, Apple Music’s Matt Wilkinson, BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders, triple j’s Declan Byrne and many more. In between support stages with Fontaines D.C., Big Thief, Cate Le Bon, POND, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Frankie Cosmos, Rolling Blackouts Coast Fever and more, the group have also performed across SXSW, The Great Escape, and headline tours in the US and UK, including a recorded session at the BBC‘s Maida Vale studios.

‘Sex & Rage‘ is out now, buy/stream it here.

TOUR DATES
Fri 4 Mar – The Retreat – Naarm / Melbourne
Sat 5 Mar – Major Tom’s – Taungurung Land / Kyneton
Sun 6 Mar – Poison City Picnic @ Brunswick Music Festival – Naarm / Melbourne
Fri 8 April – The Lansdowne – Eora / Sydney
Sat 9 April – The Servo – Dharawal Land / Port Kembla

Tickets available here.

Stay connected with Body Type:
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UNTITLED GROUP ANNOUNCE DENIS SULTA DAY PARTY AT BIRRARUNG MARR – 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (AEDT) Saturday, March 26, 2022

by the partae February 9, 2022
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Untitled Group have just announced a Day Party featuring Denis Sulta at Birrarung Marr for a Pitch Music & Arts sideshow. Supporting the international headliner at his first Australian Sulta Selects party is Jayda G, Mella Dee, Sally C B2B Cromby & Claddy.

Renowned for bringing energy & good vibes to his unforgettable sets, master selector Denis Sulta rapidly emerged from the ever-fertile Glasgow scene and is now dominating the electronic music scene across the globe.

This Pitch Music & Arts sideshow will feature Untitled Group’s renowned world-class production & sound design within Melbourne’s iconic Birrarung Marr. On the edge of the Yarra, the park has been a meeting point for the Wurundjeri people for thousands of years.

Brace yourselves for Untitled Group to bring their day party magic to this culturally significant space in the heart of the Melbourne CBD.

Full lineup:

Denis Sulta

Jayda G

Mella Dee

Sally C B2B Cromby

Claddy

Tickets on sale Thursday February 10, 6pm AEDT

http://bit.ly/sultadayparty

Get Connected:

https://www.facebook.com/untitledgroupau/

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Kira Puru, Barkaa, Jerome Farah, Soju Gang and more on SorBaes: Double Dip! line-up

by the partae February 8, 2022
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Photo credit: Samad Sayed
SorBaes: Double Dip!
Sidney Myer Music Bowl – 13 March 2022

DJ and designer Soju Gang (Gunai/Kurnai, Yorta Yorta and Wiradjuri) and Footscray Community Arts are excited to announce the delicious line-up for Live at the Bowl’s SorBaes: Double Dip! on Sunday 13 March.

The 2021 event saw some of the most exciting acts of Naarm come together in one massive mini festival. This March, they’re doing it all again, but with a bigger serving!

“SorBaes: Double Dip! is about bringing together and celebrating not only Melbourne’s, but Australia’s diverse, genre-evolving music scene. There’s so many different spaces that thrive and co-exist here that everyone may not know about – so I feel like SorBaes is an opportunity for me to pull back the curtain and share that with everyone: the beauty of opening yourself up to new sounds and vibrations, and even more, the importance of supporting our local talent here,” said Soju Gang.
Performing live at the all ages event this year are Barkaa + Baro Sura + Jerome Farah + Kira Puru + Lay + Mulalo + Young Rorty + DJs Mirasia + Smilez + Soju Gang + Swerv.

“Footscray Community Arts’ mission is all about creating greater representation for artists who have been historically excluded from mainstream arts and culture. By collaborating with Arts Centre Melbourne on SorBaes: Double Dip!, we are helping profile some of Australia’s best musicians in an accessible event for music lovers of all ages,” said Footscray Community Arts Artistic Director and Co-CEO Daniel Santangeli.

Along with music to make you melt, food trucks, curated art spaces and market stalls will be on site to add to your SorBaes experience.

“SorBaes: Double Dip! provides a space for audiences to connect with the next generation of musicians, artists, DJs and performers. This is an important opportunity for artists after a year or two of lost gigs. Soju Gang has curated a stacked line-up that is bound to remind punters here in Melbourne why we are known for hyping incredible musical talent. Come down and support local acts!” said Footscray Community Arts Music Producer Paul Gorrie.

Tickets are on sale now for $15 (including booking fee) with $2 from every ticket sold being donated by Arts Centre Melbourne to The Dhadjowa Foundation. Founded by Apryl Day, daughter of the late Aunty Tanya Day, The Dhadjowa Foundation is an organisation that supports and amplifies the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families whose loved ones have died in custody. The Dhadjowa Foundation is currently auspiced by Ngarrimili Ltd, a Deductible Gift Recipients (DGR) charity which can receive donations that are tax deductible.

Footscray Community Arts is an independent creative precinct in Melbourne’s West; a space for contemporary art, conversations and community. It’s a place where artists are empowered, and audiences connect through creative experiences. Our vibrant annual program includes performances, exhibitions, workshops, talks and festivals, and is led by artists with bold ideas. Through art, Footscray Community Arts advocates for change and a new perspective on Australia’s collective identity.

Live at the Bowl is an open-air performance series at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl running from January – April 2022. From home-grown favourites to international acts, audiences can enjoy a stunning program of music, dance, circus, community-led and family-friendly events right in the middle of Melbourne. Created by Arts Centre Melbourne, Live at the Bowl aims to bring joy to audiences and invigorate the creative sector. As we emerge from yet another year of closure, the second series is a significant moment for live performance.

Tickets are on sale now via artscentremelbourne.com.au

Images can be found here.

#SorBaes #SojuGang #FootscrayArts #LiveAtTheBowl

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POLARIS SUMMER TOUR UPDATE! ALPHA WOLF REPLACE MAKE THEM SUFFER ON UPCOMING SUMMER TOUR TOUR DATES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED TO MAY IN WA, SA & NSW DUE TO ON-GOING COVID RESTRICTIONS

by the partae February 8, 2022
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PHOTO CREDIT: SANDRA MARKOVIC
Sydney metalcore titans Polaris are packing their bags and heading back on the road in February, March & May with some great friends in tow. The Summer Tour will see them hitting all national cities with very special guests Alpha Wolf, Justice For The Damned and Mirrors.

Make Them Suffer sadly have to withdraw from the Summer Tour due to WA borders still remaining closed. They have been replaced by Alpha Wolf. The Summer Tour dates have been postponed to May in WA, SA and NSW due to the on-going COVID restrictions in those states. All updated tour dates are below.

In 2021, The Death Of Me was an ARIA-nominated, #3 ARIA Album chart debut record which had glowing reviews from critics and fans and saw Polaris sell-out the biggest national headline tour of their career.
 
It’s been an incredible ride for Polaris with countless sold-out headline tours of Australia, as well as supporting Architects and Parkway Drive around the country; five runs throughout Europe (including a series of arena shows supporting Architects and a slew of high-profile summer festival spots); three separate US tours; not to mention performing at the Download Festival plus Unify Gathering in Australia and most recently headlining Knight & Day Festival.

To become the head of the pack, it takes heart and determination. Over the last 24 months, Melbourne metalcore juggernauts Alpha Wolf have proven they have all in abundance. 2020 saw the release of their sophomore album ‘a quiet place to die’, that landed #6 on the ARIA charts and a nomination for Best Heavy Album at the ARIA awards. Through all the chaos these last few years have been able to throw at the band, they’ve still managed to play multiple headline runs of sold out shows, secured places on some of the biggest festivals in Australia, and set to embrak on their takeover of America in March.

Justice For The Damned have come a long way since their early days at Blacktown Masonic in Western Sydney, methodically planning their path, honing their craft with two ground breaking albums, touring relentlessly across the globe and supporting some of leading artists in the game such as Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, Thy Art Is Murder and Knocked Loose. Remember these words, Justice is forever!

Opening the bill, will be Gippsland’s finest in Mirrors, who have gone from strength to strength since the release of their 2019 EP, Cold Sanctuary. Landing festival slots such as Knight and Day Festival, Unify Gathering to supporting international household names such as Wage War, Crystal Lake, The Devil Wears Prada and most recently inking a massive deal with Australia’s leading heavy label Resist Records.

Polaris always delivers and the Summer tour will be no different, so don’t miss out on what promises to be the metalcore tour of the year!

Destroy All Lines & Resist Presents

POLARIS 
SUMMER TOUR 2022

WITH VERY SPECIAL GUESTS
ALPHA WOLF
JUSTICE FOR THE DAMNED & MIRRORS
 
WEDNESDAY 23 FEBRUARY – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE 18+ SOLD OUT!
THURSDAY 24 FEBRUARY – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE LIC/AA SOLD OUT!
FRIDAY 25 FEBRUARY – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE 18+
FRIDAY 4 MARCH – REUNION PARK, MELBOURNE 18+
THURSDAY 19 MAY – BRIDGEWAY HOTEL, ADELAIDE 18+ SOLD OUT!
FRIDAY 20 MAY – BRIDGEWAY HOTEL, ADELAIDE LIC/AA
SATURDAY 21 MAY – METROPOLIS, FREMANTLE 18+ SOLD OUT!
SATURDAY 28 MAY – ROUNDHOUSE, SYDNEY 18+ SOLD OUT!
SUNDAY 29 MAY – ROUNDHOUSE, SYDNEY LIC/AA

Tickets on sale now at  
www.destroyalllines.com 

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Secret Sounds presents OFFICIAL SPLENDOUR SIDESHOWS 2022 All tickets on sale 9am local, Monday 14 February Sign up for pre-sale access here

by the partae February 8, 2022
written by the partae

All tickets on sale 9am local, Monday 14 February
Sign up for pre-sale access here

Missed out on Splendour tickets? Don’t worry, Secret Sounds has got your back! Splendour’s Official Sideshows of 2022 are finally here and set to roll into venues around the country this July!

This monster pile of tours is the biggest Official Sideshow announcement in the history of Splendour, so be sure to hold your hat as you get your head around this one…

The plethora of headline dates includes much anticipated performances from bonafide rock’n’roll star and living legend Liam Gallagher and GRAMMY Nominated indie rock royalty Yeah Yeah Yeahs, alongside the pulsating sounds of pioneering UK producer and DJ Duke Dumont and the nimble wordplay and unpredictable rhyme patterns of one of the hottest acts in the world right now Jack Harlow.

Australia’s fave Yorkshire born singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist YUNGBLUD will take his larrikin good vibes on tour, while British duo Jungle perform their life-affirming, dancefloor-igniting, sun-kissed new album. Mura Masa will show us why he’s won a GRAMMY, been shortlisted for an Ivor and made it onto Forbes’ 30 under 30 as Manchester’s most promising, Aitch will bring all his infectious energy and unrivalled flow.

Fiercely DIY and defiantly uncategorisable Tom Misch will take his loose, mellifluous sound on tour, while ever entertaining and versatile vocalist, producer, writer, director and performance artist Oliver Tree will bring his music to life for fans. Country recording artist Orville Peck will captivate with his deep baritone, strong musicianship and sincere storytelling as Dillon Francis ignites venues with his vibrant dance tracks and electrifying cuts, as rising superstar Tierra Whack unleashes her flavourful wordplay and boundless creativity on Aussie crowds.

LA-based rapper and producer JPEGMAFIA will hit our shores hot off the back of his fourth full-length album and genre-defying duo Sofi Tukker will be bringing their uniting and empowering critically acclaimed set. Catch the alternative tunes of Still Woozy, made with his homespun mix of acoustic and electronic instruments, or Brit Awards’ Rising Star Holly Humberstone as she moves audiences with her inimitable brand of songwriting and visionary creativity.

Biig Piig will impress with her confessional and genre-fluid modern pop. Listen in awe as Joy Crookes showcases her timeless vocals and storytelling or get ready to groove with the chaotic alt-pop majesty of Wet Leg as they support Yeah Yeah Yeahs (stay tuned for more touring news from this euphoric duo coming soon). Be sure to witness the pop prowess and “don’t mess with us” all-girl gang glow of Hinds as they hit Aus, and prepare to be stunned when renforshort performs her reflective and snappy tracks.

We told you it was BIG! See below for the low down on dates and cities for each tour. Presale for all shows starts 9am local Friday 11 February – sign up here to get first dibs. General onsale kicks off at 9am local Monday 14 February.

LIAM GALLAGHER
Supported by Triple M

Saturday 23 July 2022 – Aware Super Theatre – Sydney
Wednesday 27 July 2022 – John Cain Arena – Melbourne
Saturday 30 July 2022 – HBF Stadium – PerthYEAH YEAH YEAHS
WITH WET LEG
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Margaret Court Arena – Melbourne
Sunday 24 July 2022 – Hordern Pavilion – SydneyDUKE DUMONT
Co-presented with Fuzzy
Friday 15 July 2022 – Hordern Pavilion – Sydney LIVE
Saturday 16 July 2022 – Metro City – Perth
Friday 22 July 2022 – John Cain Arena – Melbourne LIVE

JACK HARLOW
Co-presented with Live Nation
Supported by triple j
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – HBF Stadium – Perth
Monday 25 July 2022 – Roundhouse – Sydney
Thursday 28 July 2022 – Forum – Melbourne

YUNGBLUD
Saturday 23 July 2022 – Fortitude Music Hall – Brisbane
Sunday 24 July 2022 – Thebarton Theatre – Adelaide
Wednesday 27 July 2022 – Hordern Pavilion – Sydney
Thursday 28 July 2022 – John Cain Arena – Melbourne
Saturday 30 July 2022 – Astor Theatre – Perth

JUNGLE
Supported by triple j
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Uni Bar – Hobart
Saturday 23 July 2022 – Palais Theatre – Melbourne
Sunday 24 July 2022 – Enmore Theatre – Sydney

MURA MASA
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Metro City – Perth
Friday 22 July 2022 – Forum – Melbourne
Saturday 23 July 2022 – Enmore Theatre – Sydney

AITCH
Friday 22 July 2022 – Metro City – Perth
Tuesday 26 July 2022 – Enmore Theatre – Sydney
Wednesday 27 July 2022 – Forum – Melbourne
Thursday 28 July 2022 – The Gov – Adelaide

TOM MISCH
Co-presented with Live Nation
Friday 22 July 2022 – Enmore Theatre – Sydney
Monday 25 July 2022 – Palais Theatre – Melbourne

OLIVER TREE
Co-presented with Laneway Presents
Saturday 16 July 2022 – Astor Theatre – Perth
Tuesday 19 July 2022 – Enmore Theatre – Sydney
Thursday 21 July 2022 – Forum – Melbourne

ORVILLE PECK
Co-presented with Live Nation
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Enmore Theatre – Sydney
Sunday 24 July 2022 – Forum – Melbourne

DILLON FRANCIS
WITH BENSON
Thursday 21 July 2022 – 170 Russell – Melbourne
Saturday 23 July 2022 – Roundhouse – Sydney

TIERRA WHACK
Wednesday 27 July 2022 – 170 Russell – Melbourne
Thursday 28 July 2022 – Metro Theatre – Sydney

JPEGMAFIA
Co-presented with Fuzzy
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – 170 Russell – Melbourne
Thursday 21 July 2022 – Metro Theatre – Sydney

SOFI TUKKER
Saturday 23 July 2022 – Forum – Melbourne
Sunday 24 July 2022 – Roundhouse – Sydney
Thursday 28 July 2022 – Lion Arts Factory – Adelaide
Friday 29 July 2022 – Astor Theatre – Perth

STILL WOOZY
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Howler – Melbourne
Thursday 21 July 2022 – Oxford Art Factory – Sydney

HOLLY HUMBERSTONE
Supported by triple j
Wednesday 27 July 2022 – Factory Theatre – Sydney
Friday 29 July 2022 – Corner Hotel – Melbourne

BIIG PIIG
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Factory Theatre – Sydney
Thursday 21 July 2022 – Corner Hotel – Melbourne

JOY CROOKES
Tuesday 19 July 2022 – 170 Russell – Melbourne
Wednesday 20 July 2022 – Metro Theatre – Sydney

HINDS
Friday 22 July 2022 – Oxford Art Factory – Sydney
Sunday 24 July 2022 – Howler – Melbourne

RENFORSHORT
Tuesday 26 July 2022 – Northcote Social Club – Melbourne
Thursday 28 July 2022 – The Lair – Sydney

Splendour in the Grass
OFFICIAL SIDESHOWS
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THE WOMBATS AUS TOUR 2022 SECOND SYDNEY SHOW ADDED + SPECIAL GUESTS ANNOUNCED THE VANNS + JAGUAR JONZE Tickets on sale now!

by the partae February 7, 2022
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Tickets on sale now!
Secret Sounds is excited to today announce that a second Sydney show has been added The Wombats hotly anticipated Aus Tour on Sunday 12 June with tickets on sale now!

The good news doesn’t stop there with some of the most exciting acts of the moment joining the British indie rock icons on the mammoth run of shows…

PERTH
SUNDAY 5 JUNE (PUBLIC HOLIDAY EVE) – HBF STADIUM
THE WOMBATS + JAGUAR JONZE

HOBART
TUESDAY 7 JUNE – CITY HALL
THE WOMBATS + SPECIAL GUEST TO BE ANNOUNCED

ADELAIDE
THURSDAY 9 JUNE – ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE THEATRE
THE WOMBATS + SPECIAL GUEST TO BE ANNOUNCED

MELBOURNE
FRIDAY 10 JUNE – JOHN CAIN ARENA
THE WOMBATS + JAGUAR JONZE

SYDNEY
SATURDAY 11 JUNE – HORDERN PAVILION (SOLD OUT)
THE WOMBATS + JAGUAR JONZE
+
SUNDAY 12 JUNE (PUBLIC HOLIDAY EVE) – HORDERN PAVILION, SYDNEY (NEW!)
THE WOMBATS + THE VANNS + JAGUAR JONZE

CANBERRA
WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE – UC REFECTORY (SOLD OUT)
THE WOMBATS + SPECIAL GUEST TO BE ANNOUNCED

BRISBANE
FRIDAY 17 JUNE – RIVERSTAGE
THE WOMBATS + THE VANNS + JAGUAR JONZE

The Wombats – This Car Drives All By Itself (Official Video)

This news comes hot off the back of the Liverpudlian trio reaching #32 in triple j’s Hottest 100 of 2021 with their infectious electro-pop track ‘If You Ever Leave, I’m Coming With You’, making them the third most featured artist (15 songs in total) on the countdown since its inception – only behind Kanye West and Tame Impala. The Wombats released their latest single ‘This Car Drives All By Itself’ alongside their new album Fix Yourself, Not The World in January. The record hit #1 in the UK and was #2 Album and #1 Vinyl Album on the ARIA Charts – continuing the band’s ever-growing love affair with Australia. We’re so ready to catch the album live when The Wombats hit our shores!

Since their inception in 2013, The VANNS have been crafting music that not only stirs up a melting pot of indie and alt-rock influences, but delivers a fresh, modern sound that has seen them fast become one of the most in demand young bands on Australia’s east coast. Their thriving, bold and creative dynamic has seen the Wollongong legends open for the likes of Catfish and the Bottlemen, Ocean Alley and Hippo Campus – now it’s time for them to add The Wombats to the list! That’s after they wrap up their own national headline tour throughout March and April.

There is nothing predictable about the remarkable rise of Jaguar Jonze. Her success stems from hard work and her pure creative vision, with singles ‘WHO DIED AND MADE YOU KING’ and ‘CUT’ the latest step in cementing her position in the cultural landscape. Jaguar Jonze has been the public artist voice of the Australian music industry’s #metoo movement, this advocacy has seen her receive the triple j Done Good Award, AIR Outstanding Achievement Award and named one of the 21 Most Inspiring Women of 2021 by Vogue Australia. Catch her impressive live show and see why this truly unique and iconic artist can’t be ignored when she plays with The Wombats in June.

So whaddaya waiting for? Tickets for The Wombats mammoth Aus shows are on sale now at secretsounds.com. Hop to it!

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Tickets on sale now via secretsounds.com
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KOREAN-AUSTRALIAN RAP SENSATION 1300 RETURN WITH HARD-HITTING NEW TRACK ‘OLDBOY’

by the partae February 4, 2022
written by the partae
Photo by Raghov Rampal / Elijah Flores

ACCLAIM FOR 1300

Feature Artist
triple j Unearthed

“their versatility, precision and creativity is all on show and at the highest level” 
triple j 

“All-stars”
NME

“While it remains to be seen just what might be next for 1300, if “Smashmouth” is
anything to go by, it’s clear that they won’t be running out of ideas any time soon”

Rolling Stone Australia

“Founded in a garage in Sydney’s West,
1300 subverts expectations of what a Korean rap group should be”

Acclaim

“Putting a uniquely homegrown twist on the sounds of Seoul”
Life Without Andy

“1300 have taken the Australian music scene by storm
with their short yet expansive discography”

Purple Sneakers

“Eclectic, forward-thinking bursts of brilliance that never fail to hit”
Pilerats

“1300’s music is a conscious-expanding experience transcending language”
Sniffers

Following the incendiary trail blazed single ‘Smashmouth’ and their remix of Payday and Danny Brown, Eora/Sydney-based, Korean-Australian rap outfit 1300 (pron. “one-three-hundred”) have firmly marked their place on the music stage with their sweat-doused, subterrestrial take on music that switches between English and Korean with ease. Today, they take this dynamic to the next level, with their latest release ‘Oldboy’. LISTEN HERE + WATCH HERE.

Inspired by the classic Korean film Old Boy, 1300 expand on the intense shock value that comes with the film itself, as ‘Oldboy’ bursts into the listener’s ears with a loud hip-hop bassline that is merged with hyper pop elements. A dose of high-energy rap, ‘Oldboy’ is melodic in flow, unleashing an infectious delivery that puts their ability to transcend genre on full display. On the influence behind the track, 1300 explain “When we started working on the beat we were thinking of the track ‘Go Crazy’ and the reference to ‘Black and Yellow’. Then we added the theme to one of our favourite Korean films Old Boy (2003) and the rest is history.”

With the release comes a dynamic music video that is a rambunctious homage to the classic film, shot by Videohead (Phil Fresh, Lil Spacely, Mel Bailey) and directed by Raghav Rampal. On the collaboration, Rampal says, “Our main goal with this video was to pay homage to the 2003 original Oldboy by Park Chan-wook, but 1300-ify it. The movie is so iconic and stylised, and has a lot of jaw-dropping scenes, so our approach was to pick the scenes we thought were the most iconic, and put each rapper into those scenes, as if they’re Oh Dae-su, so it would feel like the movie. The team (Tara, Elle, Maggie & Elijah) put a lot of work into re-creating the locations, costume and make-up for the perfect 1300-to-Oldboy balance, which all came alive through Tom’s cinematography, and Adam’s editing. It was also just the funnest shoot we’ve all had!”

Transposing the energy of their records to an exhilarating, boisterous live show, 1300 have already claimed a slew of notable support slots, appearing alongside Genesis Owusu, PNAU, Shady Nasty, Jono Ma, Taka Perry, 3K, Kota Banks and more. Quickly consolidating their reputation as a multifaceted and burgeoning force in the scene, they have already amassed over 500,000 Spotify streams and garnered playlist support from triple j and triple j Unearthed as a Feature Artist, alongside earned praise from outlets for their “hip-hop-inspired brew that is as sharp as it is palatable” by Rolling Stone Australia, a “refreshing take on Korean rap” by Acclaim and “unmatchable chemistry” by Purple Sneakers amongst others.

Comprised of rappers rako, goyo, DALI HART, producer-singer Nerdie, and producer pokari.sweat, 1300 subsume the raw volatility of Soundcloud rap and the high-budget sheen of K-hip hop, formulating a sound that cannot be understood or defined in pure stylistic terms. Built from everything goes studio sessions, their music is instead caught in a state of endless dynamism that never ceases to electrify or surprise, bottling the potential of a group animated by their boundless creativity, the individual members coming together like particles in the Large Hadron Collider that is 1300. What ties it all together is the group’s uncompromising pursuit of raucous energy, a constant momentum, and intensity born in-studio sessions that is then given shape and sound through their music.

‘Oldboy‘ by 1300 is out now
buy/stream it here.

Stay connected with 1300:
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Solardo Presents Higher Dubrovnik Announces Biggest Lineup Ever Marco Carola, FJAAK, Nicole Moudaber, Mall Grab, Maya Jane Coles, Vintage Culture and more September 23-27th, 2022 Dubrovnik, Croatia

by the partae February 3, 2022
written by the partae

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After two years of unforgettable sell out shows in Dubrovnik, mighty Manchester duo Solardo aim for a hat trick in 2022. In conjunction with Pollen Presents, Solardo announce their largest festival to date from September 23-27th: The pair curate their biggest ever line up with international tastemakers, showcasing some of the world’s top house and techno talent, a testament to the Manchester duo’s musical depth. The first wave of names include Marco Carola, FJAAK, Nicole Moudaber, Mall Grab, Maya Jane Coles, Vintage Culture, Nic Fanciulli, Lee Foss and many more. After multiple sell out shows at WHP, Circus Liverpool & London, Higher is now set to grow into a multi venue event across this historic city. Accommodation and ticket packages start at just £529, with party passes for what is one of Europe’s leading house and techno weekenders starting at only £249. 

Dubrovnik is famous for its vibrancy, with enchanting views sweeping over the terracotta rooftops, distinctive cobbled Old Town streets, numerous plazas and museums that detail the rich tapestry of Croatia’s past. Many may also recognise the city from hit series and films like Game Of Thrones and Star Wars.. It is a truly unique backdrop for a series of world class house and techno parties and this now globally renowned weekender takes place across its most essential sites, from an ancient fortress to a panoramic terrace high above the city and overlooking the piercing blue Adriatic Sea. 

Each location has its own charm and character and will be brought to life with world class sound and production. You can expect plenty of stunning views over the walled city and glistening sea, with breathtaking sunsets and sunrises every day as you enjoy beachside takeovers, pool and fortress parties and terrace sessions like no other.

House and techno duo Solardo lead the charge and since being crowned DJ Mag’s Best Breakthrough Act of 2016 and Best Duo of 2017 have never looked back. They have released on the likes of Elrow, Toolroom Records and Green Velvet’s Relief Records, have topped the Beatport charts and run their own vital Sola label. Now they bring their excellent curatorial skills to another mouthwatering Higher event.

They will be joined by a who’s who of house and techno talent from across the board, including Music On‘s Marco Carola, Berlin outfit FJAAK, Moodlabel head Nicole Moudaber, party starter Mall Grab, the always cultured Maya Jane Coles and global star Vintage Culture, as well as plenty more from wAFF, Lee Foss, Mason Maynard, Andrea Oliva, Ben Hemsley, Eli Brown, Shermanology, Nic Fanciulli and plenty more.

Away from the music there is a rich array of culture to explore around the city, whether you meander on foot through the lime-paved streets, travel via cable car up to the fortress or simply lay back on the beach and soak up the good vibes. For those wanting an even more unique experience, add ons include VIP upgrades and sea-faring boat parties.

There is wide variety of accommodation options for Higher, including the elegant suites, luxury spa and spectacular views of Valamar Lacroma, the beautiful Valamar Argosy Hotel with its fine restaurant, terrace, wellness zone and infinity pool, the exquisite 5* Valamar Collection Dubrovnik just a few minutes from the Old Town and Tirena Sunny Hotel, a quiet haven close to the historic centre of Dubrovnik.

Solardo Presents Higher Dubrovnik is a high class musical getaway in a beautiful location with some of the underground’s most vital DJ talent. 

PHASE ONE LINEUP 

Andrea Oliva

Ben Hemsley

Chelina Manuhutu

Cici

Elli Acula

Eli Brown

FJAAK

Joshua James

Kettama

Late Replies

Lee Foss

Libero

Mall Grab

Marco Carola

Mason Maynard

Maya Jane Coles

Nic Fanciulli

Nicole Moudaber

Shermanology

Solardo

SOSA

Steel City Dance Discs

Tini Gessler

Vintage Culture

wAFF

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Pollen has all the best travel and destination experiences in one place with two special offerings: Pollen Presents and Pollen+. Pollen Presents works with artists like J Balvin, Justin Bieber, The Streets, Jamie Jones, Patrick Topping, Drumcode and many more to create experiences you can’t find anywhere else. These multi-day experiences combine live entertainment, parties, and relaxation in the world’s most exciting destinations. Pollen+ always gets you more at music festivals and events. Pollen+ partners with the biggest promoter brands and music festivals, including We Are FSTVL, Printworks, Boardmasters, C3, Electric Zoo, Live Nation and more. You can discover and book these experiences exclusively on pollen.co.

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SPRING LOADED TO KICK OFF IN MELB NEXT SAT! “THIS IS A GOOD NEWS STORY ABOUT HOW THERE’S ACTUALLY A FESTIVAL GOING AHEAD” PHIL JAMIESON

by the partae February 3, 2022
written by the partae

Spring Loaded has well and truly declared a triumphant return to live music, with the iconic Aussie festival set to storm Hastings Foreshore Reserve on the Mornington Peninsula next Saturday February 12, and there are tickets still available. The colossal lineup is dripping in 90s Aussie alt rock nostalgia and boasts a haul of the decade’s most celebrated acts.

Sharing the event program today, gates will open at 12.30pm and Screamfeeder will kick things off at 1.45pm, before The Fauves jump on at 2.30pm, Custard at 3.15pm, Killing Heidi at 4pm, Frenzal Rhomb at 5pm, Regurgitator at 6pm, You Am I at 7.15pm and Grinspoon at 8.45pm to headline the ultimate day of Aussie rock.

The man who engineered this ripper opportunity for us all to relive our youth and celebrate the return of live music, Empire’s Marc Christowski is thrilled to be getting another Spring Loaded event away, saying, “We are beyond excited to finally be able to stage Spring Loaded on the Mornington Peninsula, it’s going to be a massive explosion of rock after two years of uncertainty. We can’t wait to party like it’s 1996 and bring you the bands you love from the 90s!”

“We only managed two Spring Loaded events last year before everything went crazy,” explains Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson. “Both gigs were quite emotional because it had been so long since anyone had seen anyone, especially in the backstage area.  Not just artists and band members, but crew and people we love, so it was a massive reunion backstage. Seeing grey hairs and beards, it’s a long way from Homebake ’98, but the music hasn’t changed.  What was really special about those gigs was the support and comraderie between all the groups and then to see a crowd that was excited to be there as well.” 
Pumped to hit the Spring Loaded stage at Hastings Foreshore Reserve, Jamieson says,“I can’t actually believe it’s real.  You Am I, Regurgitator, the best of the best – Frenzal, Killing Heidi, Custard,The Fauves, Screamfeeder… so you know, there’s nothing really bad about it, it’s hard to hate, and then you get me doing silly dancing and clapping, what could possibly go wrong?!  Hope to see you all there, this is a good news story about how there’s actually a festival going ahead!” 

Covering all bases, the festival will be bustling with craft beer and an enviable collection of the locale’s cherry-picked food trucks. Spring Loaded is a fully licensed 18+ event, strictly no BYO alcohol.  It is an outdoor event and will go ahead rain, hail or shine.  No tables, tents, sun shelters or umbrellas are permitted, punters are urged to bring ponchos/raincoats and gumboots if rain is forecast.  Picnic rugs and low camp chairs are permitted, as well as snack food in small cooler bags, sealed bottles of water, and there will be water refill stations. And with onsite parking available at the point of entry, there’s no excuse not to come and enjoy a rocking day out on the glorious Mornington Peninsula!

The Spring Loaded festival will be held with a commitment to a COVID Safe environment.  Festival organisers will work closely with and comply with all requirements of the public health authorities in respect of this show.

There are tickets still available from Ticketek and Oztix.

SPRING LOADED | SAT 12 FEB | HASTINGS FORESHORE RESERVE, MORNINGTON PENINSULA | VIC | 18+
Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au  | 1300 364 001 | All Ticketek Outlets
Tickets available from www.oztix.com.au  | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets

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ABOUT EMPIRE
Empire Touring is a widely respected entertainment, promotions, marketing and events company. We have been producing live entertainment across Australia since 1982 and will continue to do so because WE LOVE ROCK ’N ROLL.

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Pontoon St Kilda Beach Club which will see White Claw takeover for a month of exclusive gigs and local line ups – Sunday Feb 13

by the partae February 3, 2022
written by the partae

The main event will see Close Counters take the stage on Sunday 13 Feb. Please get in touch if you might be interested to attend.

White Claw is Australia’s number one hard seltzer and has put on a series of epic sessions at the best coastal venues over summer in collaboration with some of the best homegrown acts.

White Claw® presents White Claw Weekend: a series of epic White Claw sunset seltzer sessions x DJ sets across Australia this summer. Partnering with some of summer’s favourite sounds like: Bag Raiders, Mickey Kojak, Alicy Ivy & Chase Zera, White Claw® is taking over your local coastal venues for ultimate fun and refreshment as the sun goes down. So gather your mates, join us and cheers to a summer of freedom that tastes and sounds as good as it feels! #LetsWhiteClaw

https://au.whiteclaw.com/events

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