OPERANT

https://totalblack.bandcamp.com/album/vape-n-bleed

Berlin based live duo and production unit, OPERANT, have progressively carved out their own space in the European electronic scene with boundary defying sonic explorations, fueled with tension and obscurity.

A collaborative project between Instruments Of Discipline founder, Luna Vassarotti and August Skipper (Agency, YANWYTYA), OPERANT brutally morphs as it pleases, devouring and absorbing all in its path, from extra terrestrial black-metal, singularity-sludge, proto-psy-trance, anime noise-core techno to auto-tuned trap-folk.

Fresh from a transformative five-week residency in Uganda with the pan-African label Nyege Nyege—which included a blistering performance at the world-renowned Nyege Nyege Festival

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OPERANT’s ceaseless evolution continues to unfold on the global stage.

Following the release of their debut LP, Traumkörpe , the duo now prepare to tour in support of their forthcoming EP, Vape N Bleed, a split release on Total Black and Instruments Of Discipline.

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Bacchus Harsh

https://bacchusharsh.bandcamp.com/music

Bacchus Harsh is the alias of Melbourne based multi-disciplinary artist Christian Bishop. Bishop's previous incarnation was Australian breakcore pioneer Xian.

Bacchus Harsh is the sonic embodiment of occult-themed electronics and deconstructed club music.

De-territorializing exotica, occult psychedelia and industrial techno with polyrhythms and distorted blast beats

False Fate

https://falsefate666.bandcamp.com/

Synth Doom project featuring member of Drowning Horse

8pm - $15 tickets on door

Jay Mothman releases his debut EP on soundcloud with an afternoon launch at The Old Bar in Fitzroy.
Joined by Fleeting Persuasion in solo mode. Sure to be a fine time and it's free entry!

Friday night. Eat ya fish and chips and then come to this.

BODIES

First gig of the year. Couple of new songs maybe.

FUTURE TONGUES

Great name, great band.

COMEDY

Nothing funny about this. New group of legends playing killer tunes

ANOTHER ROTTING CORPSE

Another great name. Noisy duo doing noisy stuff.

Tickets on the door only.

Good Music presents CIGARETTES & ALCOHOL.

Playing Britpop hits until late.

Also featuring live performances from...

CHLOE BOOTH

SOTV

LAZY DINGO

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW.

Come get stupid.

Decide Today from Cincinnati, Ohio and Schkeuditzer Kreuz from the Blue Mountains in NSW are teaming up to release a split record and tour the east coast of Australia over the New year 24/25. This will be a night of electronic chaos – from the Raw Synth Punk of SK, to Anarcho Breakcore of Decide Today to dark EBM/Industrial vibes of Caustic Grip and the chaos of Pathological Function – all things good in the world of electronica will be celebrated

PLAYING TIMES

DECIDE TODAY - 10:00 - 10:45

Schkeuditzer Kreuz - 9:15 - 9:45

Elektronik Girl Epic - 8:30 - 9:00

$15 - 8PM

Detailing the demise of swaggering machismo, SWEATSHOP's newest single RICKY SIX is set to release everywhere Jan 4th and they're throwing a party that night to welcome it into the world. Returning to their regular haunt, the Old Bar, the site of their first headline show, they're joined by the noir punk LOW MONROE & THE FUGITIVES, post-punk weirdos MILKSICK and the punk pirates PROJECTILE DYSFUNCTION for a night of joyous noise so come join the celebrations!


A noisy post-punk four piece looking to entertain and be outright loud, Naarm-based band SWEATSHOP find fun in the impossible to ignore violence of everyday, inspired by anxieties of the modern world and all things Australian Gothic. Setting tall tales of suburban dystopia, religious zealotry, hostile hospitality and misanthropic extremism to their own unique brand of post-punk, they hope to say something while still having a good time in the neverending pre-apocalypse.

LOW MONROE & THE FUGITIVES are arguably Naarm's most wanted/underrated post-punk act at this point in time. With a heavy heart on noir symbolism while blending goth rock with subtle undertones of dark jazz, the group have been spreading the word through energetic and ominous performances across the state. Labeled as "Noir-Punk", and compared to some of the greats like Bauhaus and Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds; it definitely may be worth your while stepping into the hazy world that Low Monroe & the Fugitives reside in.

Post-punk/psych weirdos MILKSICK are doom preaching on a soapbox, stirring up a cauldron of screaming, angular guitars over moody, dread-tinted rhythms.

PROJECTILE DYSFUNCTION is a tight knit band of punk pirates sailing across stages and connecting with audience members through the use of art and play. Expect high energy performances with extensive lore and storylines to tie the voyage themed tracks together onstage.

Single Artwork by Ronnie (@thrak800)

Start your year off with a bleep, bloop and bang with live electronic music, organic techno and chiptune at The Old Bar. 
 

We invite you to escape the heat and residual hangovers on Jan 3rd by filling your stomach with ale and your eardrums with the sweet sounds of 

Nards - Live organic techno and originals 

Luma.D - Electronic punk accompanied by live chiptune played on a gameboy

One Hit Kill - Gameboy Drum n Bass class clown delivering filth, bangers and memes

“On Crete, art forms are ancient and born of the geography, bound to deep traditions. The custodians of Cretan folk music are the Xylouris family, one of the most revered and respected names in Greece.  

    Apollonia, Nikos and Adonis Xylouris are the next generation. The children of George Xylouris (Xylouris White), schooled and skilled in the ways of the old, these siblings share a kinetic bond that is erupting in real time and their band is called Frenzee.”

        - Tom Lyngcoln (Nation Blue/ Harmony)
 
 
Melbourne-born, Crete-raised and based siblings Apollonia, Adonis and Nick Xylouris - the trio who quickly won over swarms of Australian fans and fellow musicians after a relentless run of introductory shows earlier this year across Victoria, playing with the likes of Mod Con, Gut Health, Our Carlson and more are back in town. Frenzee's return to Australia was confirmed with their inclusion on the Meredith festival.  The punk siblings are releasing their debut long player, What’s Wrong With Me, out Friday 18 October via Poison City Records / Ouga Booga Recordings (GR).

Frenzee have so far released two singles Pink Tax and 100°C. The second heavy-hitter is accompanied by a handy-cam-captured video clip for 100°C shot on location in the band’s Greek home base of Crete, filmed and edited by recently announced ARIA nominated rock outfit, C.O.F.F.I.N’s Ben Portnoy who has also designed their tour poster.

FRENZEE will be launching the album at The Old Bar in Fitzroy on New Year's Eve. Tickets on sale now.

WITH SUPPORT FROM:

GRIM RHYTHM

TANKERVILLE (First show in 3+ years)

THE ANTICS

https://www.instagram.com/frenzee.band/

Join Drag Performers for an Over-the-Top Celebration of Goofiness and Fun 


It’s Camp is the celebration of all things camp. It’s a silly, over the top show with Drag performers showcasing their favourite camp numbers! Expect a blend of dazzling spectacle, infectious energy, and genuine laughs that will keep you entertained from start to finish.

Camp moments of the past include: Passata Giveaways, Hula Hoop Daddies and Lego Cowboys 

Secure your tickets now for an evening that promises to be anything but ordinary & it’s camp, it’s quirky, and it’s downright delightful!

With Artists: Silvio Di Baci, Marilyn Costello, Zero and Cockadoodledude 

Stepdad Advice are back with their first single in two years! With another guitarist added to the lineup to compensate for their singer's appalling solo skills, Stepdad Advice are dropping 'God's Gift' on December 13th and backing it up with a single launch at The Old Bar on the 28th of December - Merry Christmas y'all. Fellow punks Teacher's Pet and Honeymoon Phase round at the lineup, which is sure to be a sweaty one! Tickets $10 pre-sale (+booking fee) and $15 on the door. 

John Kennedy returns from Spain to promote the new album John Kennedy And The New Originals - Live At The Marrickville Bowl with a solo afternoon show at The Old Bar Fitzroy on Saturday 28 December.

Opening proceedings is Melbourne powerpop, MOR, rock and roll, psychedelic wonders, Ten Gallon Head in a rare Guitar and Piano duo performance. Doors at 3.30.

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John Kennedy started his music career in Brisbane with his first band JFK and the Cuban Crisis. His subsequent band vehicle, John Kennedy's Love Gone Wrong, saw numerous indie hits, including Miracle (in Marrickville), King Street and Big Country. In 1989, Kennedy chose to travel the world with his guitar, living by the mantra: Have Songs, Will Travel.

His eventual return to Sydney saw John form ‘John Kennedy's 68 Comeback Special’, which eventually settled on a stable group of bandmates: Love Gone Wrong drummer Peter Timmerman, original Red Wiggle Murray Cook on guitar and Phil Hall formerly of Sardine v, The Dropbears and The Lime Spiders on bass. With the release of this new live album, occasional guest guitarist Matt Galvin became a full-time member, as the band was renamed, ‘John Kennedy And The New Originals’.

The new live album is an unplanned recording of what was to be a farewell show. With the talent and positive energy of the team that has worked with the band over the last few years, they’ve created this album memento of the show for those that were there on the night. It will also serve as an introduction to a new audience when Kennedy starts to build his new career in Spain.

The Salmon Sisters are back! Here to flood The Old Bar with fishy festivities, joined by legends; Pepper La Floyd, Elo and The Shin Kicks and
B-SIDES, to close out 2024 with a splash!

The Salmon Sisters, Gearing up for the release of their debut EP, are coming off a year of gigging and stinking up the melbournian oceans.
The salmon sound ranges from eccentric rock n roll, punchy punk, a smidge of blusey charm  and a whole lot more
A quartet defined by their eclectic sprawl of influences and unique stage presence; Switching instruments, genres and outfits, this sisterhood will leave you danced out and confused with a hint of salmonella

Pepper La Floyd, an emerging alternative indie rock band from Melbourne but aren’t like any other. Their sound is encapsulated by their strong vocal harmonisations, dreamy guitar riffs and groovy bass lines. Having already played iconic Melbourne venues such as The Tote and The Retreat Hotel, Pepper La Floyd are excited to release original music and continue gigging around Melbourne

Elo and the ShinKicks, an up and coming band of experienced musicians from regional victoria. They’re sound ranges from raw and rowdy rocknrol! to dramatic or delicate ballads with influences such as: Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Amy Winehouse and Led Zeppelin.
with Elo’s powerhouse voice, Gus’s groovy bass Mals wailing guitars and milo’s pounding drums they put on a show worth seeing...

And B-SIDES,  Drawing inspiration from iconic acts like Courtney Barnett, Pixies, Hockey Dad and Oasis, B-SIDES deliver a unique blend of indie, surf and punk rock that combines raw emotion, tight riffs, and infectious hooks. Their music pays homage to the golden eras of rock, while forging a path all on their own, capturing the spirit of rebellion and reinvention.
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Tis the season

Brought to you by the JUICE. Junction Edit, we present JUICE. Junction Live!— A chance to celebrate what’s great about Melbourne’s rich music scene. Designed to create unforgettable moments between you and your favourite artists, this experience blends performances with that TV show feeling, an atmosphere almost forgotten about. Whether you're there to discover new artists or revel in the energy of Verbrasco, Chloe Booth and The Opals, JUICE. Junction Live promises a night that stays with you long after the final song.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of these memories!

After returning from Garage Fest Cambodia and with a new ‘45’ in the can, The TOMMYS can’t wait to unleash their wild tsunami of R&R at the Old Bar with pals Plastic Section.

Willie J's 6V6s are a beam-powered high-energy rock'n'roll band. The latest and greatest in a succession of bands for young Willie, the band came together in Melbourne in 2023 and serve to boost the power output of one of hard rock's finest young singer/guitarists.

Rin McArdle, Hannah McKittrick and Romanie join forces for a very special show to raise money for PARA foundation. Founded and led by Australian Palestinians, PARA helps Palestinian migrants and refugees settle in Australia and achieve their full potential - free from the barriers created by conflict and displacement.