Melbourne have just continued their status as the world’s greatest music city, announcing the addition of a brand new venue in its north-eastern suburbs.
Ask music-lover in Victoria, and they’ll agree that more live venues are always a welcome addition to the thriving music scene of the state.
Now, the suburb of Thornbury is set to get yet another venue, with electronic music promoters Novel (the folks behind the Pitch Music & Arts and Let Them Eat Cake festivals) set to turn an old Italian club in Melbourne’s sweatiest location.
As Broadsheet reports, the Thornbury Social Club is set to open this September, in the 3,000 capacity location once known as the Furlan Club.
Initially serving as one of Melbourne’s first Italian clubs, the 62-year-old venue has been used by Novel to host music in the past, with its 24-hour liquor license, large area, and isolated area undoubtedly serving as big drawcards for organisers and attendees.
“A big appeal with this new venue lies in the possibilities that exist in configuring the rooms and overall space into a musical and exploratory adventure,” Novel director Daniel Teuma explained.
“The venues’ late liquor license is also a feature very rarely found in large venues, and it allows the events to continue till 5AM.”
“We will be transforming this unutilised space into a tech-fuelled wonderland, and we’re investing heavily in production and infrastructure to ensure the best possible customer experience.”
“Also, the venue is located in an industrial area, which reduces our impact on other business and residents,” he added.
First used by Novel back in 2016 to host an open-air show featuring Client Liaison and Total Giovanni, interest has risen to the point where the newly-dubbed Thornbury Social Club is set to formally open in September, with big names set to perform in the 1,300-square-metre location.
The next official event for the Thornbury Social Club is set to be announced in a few weeks. In the meantime, head along to Novel’s website to keep yourself updated in regards to future developments.
