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Illuminate Adelaide, this year is celebrating the intersection and innovation between art, light music and technology across three full weekends from 04 – 21 July 2024.

Featuring a dedicated program of major ticketed events, music performances and free installations taking over the Adelaide CBD.

Brighten up your winter with installations, projections, performances and immersive experiences across the beautiful city of Adelaide this July.

MAX COOPER | Belfast-born, London-based scientist, electronic musician and artist Max Cooper brings his live 3D AV phenomenon exclusively to Illuminate Adelaide as part of a major world-wide tour. Click this image for tickets. Image by Michal Augustini

Highlights of the ticketed program include the dynamic flaming sculptures of Fire Gardens at Adelaide Botanic Garden, after-dark puppetry and animations in Universal Kingdom at Adelaide Zoo, Dutch pianist Joep Beving, interactive digital work Eden from Berlin, British electronic musician Max Cooper, Patch Theatre’s Superluminal, and Sonic Youth’s Kim Gordon and UK artist The Caretaker as part of Unsound Adelaide. 

Dates: 04 – 21 July 2024
Tickets: For more information, please visit – www.illuminateadelaide.com

Illuminate Adelaide is supported by the State Government through the South Australian Tourism Commission.

Community-led international film festival Tilde celebrates its tenth anniversary this year, presenting a program with the theme of Trans Collectivism – breaking the stigma around ‘being the only trans and gender expansive person in the room’ and championing individuality and connection with one another in a safe and supportive environment.

Tilde will host seven sessions across three days, to honour the work of established and emerging trans and gender diverse (TGD) artists.

PROGRAM & TICKETS

Join us under the mushrooms for another fairy tale night featuring some of Melbourne’s finest selectors.

This week headliners include Holmes John and Kiss FM’s own EDGER and Teon Jay.

We out here celebrating 10 years of The Breakfast Club 🍍 A whole decade of ‘freeing you from the padded cell of a 9-5 society.’
Door sales only xx
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Revolver Upstairs respectfully acknowledges the Boon Wurrung
People of the Kulin Nation, their elders, past and present, who are the Traditional custodians of he land never ceded. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of lands and waters across Australia, their elders, ancestors, and recognise their continuing connection to, and aspirations for Country.
Revolver Upstairs prides itself on being an inclusive space. Please visit our website for more info: https://revolverupstairs.com.au/accessibility

BASSED IN. NAARM – Dubstep, DnB, Trap & everything in between –

BASSED IN. are back with their biggest headliner to date; co-signed by the likes of DJ Snake, The Chainsmokers, Porter Robinson, Excision, Zed’s Dead, Steve Aoki and many more, they’re super pumped to welcome RIOT TEN to Naarm/Melbourne for the first time.
After his headline tour took him around the world, RIOT TEN made waves at Lollapalooza, Coachella, EDC LV, Lost Lands, Bass Canyon and so many more festivals we can’t even comprehend the bass resonating from this man.
RIOT TEN lands in Australia ready to show Naarm what he’s got & BASSED In. are ready for it.
BASSED In. Naarm Vol.5 is here and is welcoming new friends to the Bassed In Support Crew

Widely considered one of the most versatile DJs in Melbourne, BIG BOSS is a masterclass in crowd control allowing them to lead Melbourne’s eclectic Bass Music scene to support and co-headline acts such as Blanke, DJ Diesel (Shaq), Oski, Badklaat, Valentino Kahn, Phaseone, Eddie, Must Die! & many more. When not on stage or in the studio, BIG BOSS hosts Melbourne’s biggest dedicated Bass Music radio show on KISS FM 87.6FM every Wednesday 08:30pm – 10:00pm AEST

BASSED IN IS A BIPOC & LGBTQIA SAFE SPACE ALL humans & VIBES are welcome. Any Anti-Social, homophobic, transphobic, xenophobic behaviour will have you evicted from the venue. (no swerfs, terfs or jerks thx)

Six hours of disco inferno in the intimate surrounds of a Melbourne institution of nice vibes.

Dive in to disco with all things disco featuring a stellar line up of some of Melbourne’s finest purveyors of disco, house and techno.

Introducing Gloam Music – Nights of underground frequencies, bass music and sound system culture.

Showcasing international and local artists across many a sub-genre on the bass music continuum

[140 | Bass | DNB | Jungle]
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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people, on whose land this event will take place. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging and recognise that sovereignty has never been ceded. They have an allocation of free entry tickets for First Nations people, please contact gloam.music.au@gmail.com to organise.

Trigga Fingaz Presents – 30 Years of V Recordings
Join Trigga Fingaz at bunker nightclub on May 10th to Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the legendary V recordings!

About this Event

Trigga Fingaz is back!!😎

Join us at Bunker nightclub on May 10th as we Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the legendary V recordings!

V Recordings, one of the most iconic drum and bass labels in the world, celebrating its 30th anniversary last year. Established in 1993 by Bryan Gee and Jumpin Jack Frost, the label has been at the forefront of the Drum and Bass scene, consistently releasing ground-breaking music that has influenced generations of producers and DJs.

With a catalogue that includes some of the biggest names in the genre such as Roni Size, DJ Die, DJ Marky, Dillinja, Serum, Need For Mirrors and Krust amongst countless others, and well as a newer generation of artists who are making huge waves in the scene like L-Side, Paul T & Edward Oberon, Alibi, Command Strange and more V Recordings has been instrumental in shaping the sound of Drum and Bass.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan of drum and bass or simply looking for an unforgettable night of music, a V Recordings night is not to be missed. With three decades of experience and a reputation for delivering high-energy performances, V Recordings continues to be a driving force in the drum and bass scene and shows no signs of slowing down.

Joining us on the night is V head honcho Bryan Gee, Paul T & Ed Oberon and our very special guest Benny Page joining in on the celebrations 🙌🏾

Local support TBA

SING OUT LOUD Presents

Musical lovers and officiandos can come along and sing their hearts out loud to 70 hits from 45 musicals.

Words up on the screen come dressed as their favourite character to win prizes.

Unleashing their inner Superstar floating on happiness endorphines.

Children under 14, with an adult, are free.

TICKETS

Disco deviants Jack Popper & The D Word go all night in The Toff stage side, brining you nothing but the best vocal house and disco to keep you grooving all night long.

Acid with Friends
As the name says, Acid Safari [Radio Bueno, KISS FM] invites some of his friends, which happen to be some of the best selectors in Melbourne.
Free event running at Music Room Melbourne.

BASSINTHEGRASS, the Northern Territory’s largest music festival, is set to return to Darwin’s iconic Mindil Beach on Saturday 18 May 2024.

Each year, music lovers flock to Darwin’s BASSINTHEGRASS to enjoy world-class acts and sunset views in the tropical beachfront location.

The 2024 line-up includes major international act Macklemore, King Stingray, Ziggy Alberts, The Jungle Giants and more.

BASSINTHEGRASS 2024 will feature exciting new offerings, including premium experiences with new locations, different views and luxury facilities. They include The Terrace, offering an exclusive hosted experience for festival connoisseurs on a raised platform close to the side of stage; Oasis, with great views from a prime location side-of-stage; and ReFresh, providing busy music lovers with a place to take a breather and beat the queues.

Now in its 21st year, the licensed all-ages event is supported by the Northern Territory Government.

Rudi Sound are teaming up with good friends, Hyper Global Hi-Fi at Bar303.

Featuring 2 of the newest hand-built soundsystems from Melbourne – in one room – going back-2-back!
Expect a musical selection ranging from roots reggae, dub to UKG, d’n’b, jungle and anything in between with decent bass.

Join Twisted Audio & Sub Yard Sounds and dive into the heart of soundsystem culture with the full stack from Sub Yard Sound playing host to the one and only BENNY PAGE!

A true icon sitting at the pinnacle of jungle and DnB, Benny is a living legend in the UK’s underground scene, there will be no holding back.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! 

Powered by the full Sub Yard Soundsystem.
No sound restrictions, limited capacity.

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Kindred acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land that this event is to be held on, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging. Always was, always will be.

This venue is wheelchair accessible.

Grace Dahl is a Techno DJ and producer from Amsterdam with a mixed heritage of Finnish and Hungarian descent.

The Vault Sessions resident plays a versatile selection of Techno, seamlessly shifting from hypnotic loops and bouncy grooves to powerful kicks & dominant percussion. Being especially skilled at adapting to a wide array of crowds and environments, it is certain she will tell you an exclusive story each time.

Her deep-rooted love and passion for music can be traced back to her parents, who organised electronic music events in Budapest during the 90s. Influenced by her parents’ musically driven upbringing, she ambitiously embarked on her career when she was a mere 18 years young.

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In the spirit of reconciliation Warg acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Australia. We pay our respect to the elders of the past and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of today and the future.

The Warehouse Project, Manchester’s revered institution, renowned for its cultural impact in the rave scenes, has announced it will head to the Southern Hemisphere for the very first time.

Following huge international success in Europe across Rotterdam, Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium last year, Australia is set to be the next destination for The Warehouse Project.

For one weekend only, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May 2024, Melbourne and Sydney will be home to The Warehouse Project. In partnership with Live Nation Australia, the special weekender will showcase an impressive array of international artists as well as home-grown talents from Australia.

Since its inception in 2006, The Warehouse Project has continuously pushed boundaries in unique disused spaces around its home city in Manchester, from the early days at Boddingtons Brewery to today’s industrial rave powerhouse, Depot Mayfield.

Bonobo Presents OUTLIER
PICA, Melbourne – Saturday 25th May
Munro Warehouse, Sydney – Sunday 26th May

The High Life Expo is for people who live in or own apartments and units, and the people that help manage them.

Owners | Renters | Strata managers | Facility managers | Come on down!

Learn how to make apartments, apartment buildings, and units more comfortable, efficient, healthy, and lovely to live in:

– Hear from sustainability and strata experts

– Learn from other owners corporations, apartment owners, and residents

– Meet quality suppliers and installers of energy efficiency and sustainable products

– Find out about government rebates

Choose topics that matter most to you:
EVs and charging | Solar and renewable energy | Electrification | Thermal comfort | Double glazing | Decision making in strata | Planting for cooling | Energy efficiency | Apartment living for renters | Better waste management | Building community

Having made their name on the global stage, X CLUB. have announced their return to Australia for their biggest headline warehouse shows to date, as they present HIDE THE JUNK, a day into night rave featuring an international star-studded lineup of house & techno’s finest.

Always pushing the boundaries in music programming and scene setting, X CLUB. will be joined by underground techno leader SPFDJ (Sweden) and G-Town hero, SHAMPAIN (Ireland). This unique warehouse space paired with X CLUB.’s audio & visual rave experience, will deliver the return that fans Australia wide have been demanding.

Tickets for X CLUB. raves are a hot commodity. Register for the pre-sale to secure your tickets right away!

There probably isn’t another dj / producer out there who can boast producing or co producing over 120 US billboard number 1’s, 122 to be precise. Known as the dj’s dj simply because most house djs on the planet will have some of his tracks in their collection. Eric was music partner with the late great godfather of house Frankie Knuckles known as “The Directors CUT”. They worked, wrote & co produced some of house music’s most successful and best known tracks.

In constant demand and one of the busiest producers on the planet – the who’s who that Eric has produced or remixed for is truly incredible. Aretha Franklin, Gloria Gaynor, Donna Summer, Cece Peniston, Janet Jackson, Calvin Harris, Earth Wind and Fire, McFaden & Whitehead, Moloko, Ariana Grande, Christina Aguilera, Pink, Shakira. The list goes on…

Eric is one of the most prolific and successful Dj / producers in the soulful house scene.

Eric topped the charts yet again on traxsource to close out 2023 in December with a remix of Nirvana’s “It Smells like Teen Spirit” featuring Jaidene Veda. He was a keyboard player for several post-punk bands before hitting the house remix-session circuit in the 1980s, Eric “K-Scope” Kupper made his dance debut providing keys for top remixers like Frankie Kuckles and David Morales, who recorded Kupper’s “The Whistle Song” for his 1990 album Beyond the Mix.

Kupper later made the move to production himself, working on tracks with PM Dawn, Connie Harvey, and Ru Paul, as well as remixes for Kate Bush, Army of Lovers, and 808 State. He debuted his own project, K-Scope, on two 1995 EPs for Tribal America, then released his debut album, From the Deep, later that year. Instant followed in 1998.

Eric Kupper celebrates his 38th year of House Music in 2024. He has garnered 122 #1 Billboard records for artists spanning many genres. 2020 saw the release of The Diana Ross album “Supertonic” which exclusively features his remixes of many of her classic recordings. Kupper runs Hysteria Records, now celebrating its 28th anniversary.

In 2024 ERIC KUPPER continues to produce and perform at various venues and events around the world and duly delivers incredible DJ performances.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and we pay our respects to them, to their culture, and their Elders past and present.
This is an 18 event.

Forget winter hibernation – the only way to get through the colder months is to rave harder!

OMT can’t wait to return to the intimate but very ravey vibes of Stingrays in June welcoming back two of our favourite guest DJs and two debutants!

Residents Shaun & Nev going B2B with guest DJs for the first time in OMT history! Shaun will be joined by Biffo for a house and indie dance extravaganza and then finishing off the night will be the king and queen of OMT prog – Kallisto and Nevin, this will be one not to miss!

Plus debut sets from Bridget, fresh from appearances all over Melbourne and Victoria’s doof scene this party season and Ale J who will be kicking off party proceedings with her blend of afro, disco and indie house.

This is a strictly limited capacity venue – only 100 tix will be sold so don’t delay, get onto it today and help us throw another awesome night. See you under the lasers o/

“One day I’ll look out my window and you’ll be standing in my driveway. You’ll be standing in my driveway and you’ll be home.”

It’s a sweltering small-town summer in Wangaratta when eight year olds Maddy and Luke first meet. Maddy is convinced of two things: her dad is a famous rockstar and if she travels the world long enough she’ll eventually find him.

At 17, bored with the monotony of small town life and heady with first love, Maddy plans the pair’s escape to Melbourne.

At 23, Luke– who hasn’t seen Maddy in six years– has built a comfortable life for himself in Wangaratta. But when she appears unannounced in his driveway one evening, the pair are swept back together in a storm of adolescent nostalgia and their former selves, wondering where they have been without each other and where they are going next.

A stunning new Australian play from award-winning playwright Callum Mackay, the last train to madeline propels its audience back to the nostalgias of first love, the complexities of friendship and the sadness of letting go. Backed by a ‘So Fresh’ soundtrack that defined a generation and spanning the most formative years of all our lives, acclaimed independent company Fever103 Theatre brings its signature brand of visually poetic storytelling to this story of a magical world of adolescence and suburban dreams.

Lithe has been creating waves globally with his signature sound resonating with his army of supporters. The ‘What Would You Do’ tour surrounding the release of Lithe’s eagerly anticipated new music are his first headline shows since his debut shows in 2023, which sold out weeks in advance. The sellout tour led to Lithe being hand-picked as the special guest for both 070 Shake’s headline shows and Lil Tjay’s arena tour.

Lithe’s latest release “For You” features OVO Sound artist Roy Woods, a clear indicator that Lithe’s prowess as an artist has penetrated the highest of echelons of hip hop.

Lithe’s world-class blend of hip hop, R&B, future trap and soul has created his own musical universe. His productions have amassed over 200 million streams with no record label, resulting in a passionate & rapidly growing cult following around the world.

Don’t miss the chance to experience this enigmatic, authentic artist live!

Laughs in the Ghetto Presents WHIPPED CREAM MASSACRE will be taking place Saturday 22nd of June 2024 at Club Voltaire in North Melbourne at 8pm.

Make sure to come down with friends or family and treat yourself to night filled with great entertainment.

What does this night include?

Tickets are $10

– Stand Up Comedy Show
– Live Music
– Freebies
– Suprise Comedians

Make sure to check out these great comedians:

MC: Steven Bradshaw

James Jenkins
Sabrina Stoffels
Fredricka Arthur
Drago Ivan
Aarti Vincent
Andrew Forsyth
Tom Hedley
Paul Sharplin
Mazz Matta

Plus Suprise Comics

Indo Warehouse is a New York based collective, record label and experiential series that showcases the beauty of South Asian culture, music, and rhythm within the global language of house and techno. Making their Australian debut, label heads Kahani & Kunal Merchant bring their distinct ‘Indo House’ sounds to Northcote Theatre this June.

Renowned for their sense of community & connection, 2023 saw a string of sold out Indo Warehouse shows across North America, London, India, and a debut show at the globally recognised Amsterdam Dance Event.

Join us for the Australian debut of Indo Warehouse this June.

Expect a ‘Classic’ Hot Dub Show playing his favourite bangers from 1962-2024! 

Hot Dub Time Machine is turning up the energy for his next run of headline shows across Australia – get ready for 100% BANGERS! Having consistently delivered the best party rocking shows around Australia and the world over the past decade, Hot Dub Time Machine is back with a brand-new show, celebrating the best in dance music from 1962-2024. Expect nothing but 100% Bangers, in what will be an EPIC show you will not want to miss, as always delivering on the promise of the BEST. PARTY. EVER!

Since first launching his time-travelling, ‘dance-through-the-decades’ audio-visual party concept in 2011, Sydney’s Tom Lowndes has grown Hot Dub Time Machine into an absolute monster. Showcasing songs from every decade and genre of music, weaving it into one expansive, electrifying, music history lesson – Hot Dub has been welcomed by international audiences with open arms; having travelled the world with his iconic, celebratory shows. Hot Dub is a main stage festival regular, bringing his unique form of joy to the world’s biggest festival stages including Coachella, Tomorrowland, Bestival, Splendour in the Grass, Falls, It’s The Ship to name but a few.

His headline tours continue to thrill fans across Australia, playing to sold-out crowds at the iconic Hot Dub on the Harbour now in its second year, Boogie at The Hordern (Hot Dub’s dream venue!) and a slew of headline shows through UK including Hot Dub Rae Machine at Printworks, London and Hot Dub Boogie selling out 5,000 tickets to his dedicated Glasgow crowd.

Add to his party antics at massive sporting events, including: the Australian Open Tennis, Formula One, Hong Kong Sevens, Cricket and more. Hot Dub is an ever-growing experience which continues to bring together diverse crowds, the power of awesome music and good times.

Hot Dub Time Machine. Always the Best. Party. Ever!

Late Night Orchestra – The Portishead Legacy is a collection of Australia’s finest musicians, backing a cast of acclaimed headline vocalists in a performance celebrating the legacy of influential UK band Portishead, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album.

Performers Clea, Jaguar Jonze, Ngaiire and Ben Woolner (Safia) will be joined by a 12-piece ensemble, including strings, brass, and turntables to celebrate the legacy of Portishead.

Portishead are one of the pioneers of the Trip Hop sound that changed electronic music forever, with their cinematic, ethereal downtempo sounds and aching vocal delivery. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the watershed debut album ‘Dummy,’ Late Night Orchestra will re-imagine Portishead’s iconic catalogue as well as giving a nod to some of the acts that were inspired by them.

An outstanding ensemble featuring strings, brass, DJ and some of Australia’s finest musicians will be joined by a selection of outstanding vocalists to bring new life into these iconic songs.

Please Note: Late Night Orchestra is a new ensemble developed by Artistic Director Jesse Flavell, to create the coolest house band for the greatest afterparty that never existed. With a fluid line up of outstanding musicians and vocalists, Late Night Orchestra will celebrate some of the most influential and exciting artists of the last 30 years.

Presented by Untitled Group, the pair will captivate audiences with their playful, immersive, and genre-defying sounds across multiple cities including Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Hobart.

Comprised of brothers Cosmo and Patrick Liney, Cosmo’s Midnight boasts an impressive track record, accumulating over 500 million streams, earning numerous gold and platinum certified records, and selling out shows worldwide. They’ve also garnered fan-favorite status at various iconic Australian festivals.

Their forthcoming album promises a fusion of dance and pop, infused with electronic and groove-based influences, offering fans an immersive experience. Cosmo describes the album as creating “a world that you can get in, insert yourself into; whether it be escapism or fantasizing about being somewhere you’d rather be. It’s a way to transport you.”

The tour is set to kick off on July 5th at Liberty Hall in Sydney, followed by performances at esteemed venues such as Princess Theatre in Brisbane, Northcote Theatre in Melbourne, Astor Theatre in Perth, and Uni Bar in Hobart, concluding on July 26th.

With an aim to provide an unforgettable musical journey for ticket holders, Untitled Group and triple j are eager to surpass fans’ high expectations with this tour.

For its 3rd edition, Suara is going international and is set to welcome its festival guests on multiple music stages featuring the best of international, regional and local music talent, talks with cutting edge thought leaders, art installations, culinary & wellness experiences and Balinese traditional performances all set in the most beautiful hidden paradise on the seaside cliffs of Nyanyi beach.

Nuanu is a creative city spanning 44 hectares in Bali, Indonesia, that embodies a commitment to harmonious living. A vibrant community of creators, leaders, and change-makers are empowered here to foster a culture of positive change. Designed as an integrated ecosystem, the city features dedicated spaces for education, art & culture, wellness, entertainment, and nature-inspired living, envisioning a future where these elements seamlessly intertwine.