Loving live music isn’t just about attending music festivals and seeing an international artist’s massive arena show. Even the biggest of big-name headliners started in the trenches, on the sticky carpets and bandrooms of your local bars and pubs – which is exactly where you should be if you want to discover your new favourite band or venue. Here’s our picks for this week’s best local gigs from Aussie talent – from Perth to the East Coast – and all for the price of a good meal.
Yeo
Where? The Foundry, 228 Wickham St, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane
When? 8pm, Friday 11th March
Why? Time to celebrate because local legend Yeo is hitting the road in celebration of his killer full-length album Ganbaru. Over the past handful of years the singer and producer has garnered a stong and loyal fan base thanks to his addictive RnB influenced electronic pop – so it’s time to see why.
Tickets & Info: $14.80, thefoundry.com.au
Spaceman
Where? The Bird, 181 William St, Northbridge, Perth
When? 8pm, Wednesday 9th March
Why? Our WA faves Spaceman are back at it – playing what feels like a new gig everyday, but we’re not complaining, which they could play twice a day! This Wednesday they’re taking over The Bird with mates Silver Hills and Dougal’s Casino. Pop in.
Tickets & Info: $5, Facebook event
Chicken, Beer & Music
Where? The Belleville, Globe Alley, Melbourne
When? 12pm, Saturday 12th March
Why? To celebrate three of the greatest things in life (unless you’re vego – two, but 2/3 ain’t bad) The Belleville will be taking over Globe Alley this Saturday. There will be live performances from Phi and Tom Showtime Quintet plus DJ sets from; funk and soul master DJ peril (1200 Techniques), revered DMC Champion KUYA (The Operatives) and an extensive lineup of Melbourne’s finest beatsmiths with a few little surprises thrown in for you along the way. See ya there.
Tickets & Info: FREE, Facebook event
Dinosaur City Launch Party
Where? Botany View Hotel, 597 King St, Newtown, Sydney
When? 4pm, Saturday 12th March
Why? One of this country’s most exciting new labels Dinosaur City will be launching their upcoming compilation LP this coming weekend. The line up is HUGE and it’s free and it kicks off in the arvo, why wouldn’t ya go?
Tickets & Info: FREE, Facebook event
Wireheads
Where? The Metro, 46 Grote St, Adelaide
When? 7pm, Saturday 5th March
Why? Local heroes the Wireheads take up Friday night (and Easter Thursday) residency at The Metro for ‘Mad March’ with special guests every week. This weekend sees appearances from Nathan Roche and Astro Dad. Yum.
Tickets & Info: FREE, Facebook event
131’s
Where? Old Bar, 74-76 Johnston St, Fitzroy, Melbourne
When? 7pm, Sunday 13rd March
Why? Despite the multitude of ways the genre has been disputed and diluted, the spirit of punk rock has always remained, at its core, a state of mind. A conviction and attitude staunchly embedded in the soul that even the headiest of adult responsibilities cannot drown out. To celebrate punk in its every shape and form, Old Bar are hosting an ongoing ‘Punk Rock Sunday’ nights and this line up is tight!
Tickets & Info: $8, Facebook event
Winter Moon
Where? Cherry Bar, 103 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
When? 7pm, Sunday 13th March
Why? Dive into your long weekend and get freaky with at Cherry on Labour Day Eve! Fathoming the depths of funky blues-rock, Winter Moon will be rocking out with The Deadlips and The Hidden Venture Labour Day Eve and we’re bloody excited about it. With the next day off why wouldn’t ya be?
Tickets & Info: $13, Facebook event
