Melbourne is spilling at the brim with cult classic punks, indie folk luminaries and hip hops’ finest this month – here are the gigs you can’t miss this month!
Matt Corby – April 12
The Australian indie folk crooner has been quiet from the live scene for a while, now he’s back with an ethereal live show in celebration of his psychedelic 2018 effort Rainbow Valley.
Matt Corby – ‘Miracle Love’
Matt Corby 2019 ‘Rainbow Valley’ Tour
Saturday, 12th April
Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne (All Ages)
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Bring Me The Horizon – April 13th
The metalcore titans have come a long way since their brutal beginnings. Experience the most experimental era of the legends-in-the-making live this month, in celebration of their triumphant sixth effort amo.
Bring Me The Horizon’s First Love Australian Tour
Saturday, April 13th
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, VIC
Gary Clark Jr – April 18
The Grammy-winning modern blues troubadour will be making his way down under in celebration of his most recent, genre-bending album This Land, released on March 1st.
Gary Clark Jr – ‘This Land’
Gary Clark Jr Australian Tour
24 April, 2019
Forum Theatre, Melbourne
Iggy Pop – April 21st
The Godfather of Punk himself will make his way to Australia to kick off celebrations at Bluesfest’s 30th anniversary. Treating those who can’t make it to Byron Bay, the legend will also embark on a few special
Iggy Pop – ‘Lust For Life’
Iggy Pop Australian Tour 2019
Sunday, April 21st, 2019
Festival Hall, Melbourne, VIC
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The Story So Far & Basement – April 23rd, 24th
Two reigning legends of modern emo and pop punk will satiate the hunger of their rabid fanbases this month with a massive co-headline run.
The Story So Far – ‘Upside Down’
The Story So Far & Basement
Tuesday, 23rd April
170 Russell, Melbourne (18+)
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Wednesday, 24th April
Arrow, Melbourne (All Ages)
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George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic
Funk music’s most influential figure will make his last ever trip to Australia this month, performing a slew of hits from his truly magical back catalogue.
George Clinton – ‘Atomic Dog’
George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic Australian Tour
Thursday, April 25th, 2019
The Forum, Melbourne, VIC
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Post Malone – April 30th
One of modern rap’s brightest shining pop-crossovers is returning to Australia for his largest ever run of shows in the country. With two albums worth of total bangers and radio smashes up his sleeve, the young gun is set to stun audiences with his diverse set of talents and charisma.
Post Malone – ‘Better Now’
Post Malone Australian Tour
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
Tuesday, April 30th
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