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Tuesday 7th October
Tomás Ford Calms Your Hangover
Perth’s electro-punk showman knows you’ve had a big weekend. But he’d hate to pass by without dropping by to wreak havoc on some Sydneysiders’ tuesday night.
Tomás Ford Calms Your Hangover
Perth’s electro-punk showman knows you’ve had a big weekend. But he’d hate to pass by without dropping by to wreak havoc on some Sydneysiders’ tuesday night.
Monday 13th October
Meshuggah
MESHUGGAH mix ultra-complicated rhythmic patterns with massive riffs and aggressive growls, combining Death Metal, Mathcore, Thrash and Progressive Metal to create their unique style.
Meshuggah
MESHUGGAH mix ultra-complicated rhythmic patterns with massive riffs and aggressive growls, combining Death Metal, Mathcore, Thrash and Progressive Metal to create their unique style.
Tuesday 14th October
Michael Franti and Spearhead
One of the most moving and politically charged writers, Michael Franti and his band Spearhead, return to Australia for a concert tour.
The Warlocks
If one thing’s for certain about The Warlocks, it’s that you never really know what to expect to hear on their new albums.
Jackson Jackson
Jackson Jackson is the electro-folk psychedelic collective of musicians led by Harry James Angus (VocalsTrumpet; The Cat Empire) and Produce rcomposer Jan Skubiszewski (Two Hands (APRA award winner.
Michael Franti and Spearhead
One of the most moving and politically charged writers, Michael Franti and his band Spearhead, return to Australia for a concert tour.
The Warlocks
If one thing’s for certain about The Warlocks, it’s that you never really know what to expect to hear on their new albums.
Jackson Jackson
Jackson Jackson is the electro-folk psychedelic collective of musicians led by Harry James Angus (VocalsTrumpet; The Cat Empire) and Produce rcomposer Jan Skubiszewski (Two Hands (APRA award winner.
Tuesday 14th October
Wednesday 15th October
Groupie Presents Spunk Records
Groupie Magazine label showcase featuring Newcastle collective Firekites, the enigmatic Jack Ladder (solo) and the pop inspired folk of Rand and Holland, plus Groupie DJ Michaella Solar-March.
Groupie Presents Spunk Records
Groupie Magazine label showcase featuring Newcastle collective Firekites, the enigmatic Jack Ladder (solo) and the pop inspired folk of Rand and Holland, plus Groupie DJ Michaella Solar-March.
Wednesday 15th October
Patti Smith
As part of her long-awaited return to Australia, Patti Smith performs two concerts at Hamer Hall and showcases her new album Twelve and the best from her extensive back catalogue.
Patti Smith
As part of her long-awaited return to Australia, Patti Smith performs two concerts at Hamer Hall and showcases her new album Twelve and the best from her extensive back catalogue.
Thursday 16th October
Ngaiiire
Though she is only beginning to focus on her solo project, Ngaiire has spent the last few years touring internationally and nationally.
Hermitude and Horrorshow
Hot off the heels of their brand new album ‘Threads’, Hermitude hit the road to show why they’re one of Australia’s most adored instrumental beats outfits. Joining them are Horrorshow.
The Grates (Lic/AA) - Second Show
The Grates’ live shows have now become stuff of legend. They’re joined by The Vasco Era and The John Steel Singers on this fabulous tour.
Lisa Mitchell
We meet the talented Lisa again as she prepares to release her debut album and announces the dates for her national tour.
Ngaiiire
Though she is only beginning to focus on her solo project, Ngaiire has spent the last few years touring internationally and nationally.
Hermitude and Horrorshow
Hot off the heels of their brand new album ‘Threads’, Hermitude hit the road to show why they’re one of Australia’s most adored instrumental beats outfits. Joining them are Horrorshow.
The Grates (Lic/AA) - Second Show
The Grates’ live shows have now become stuff of legend. They’re joined by The Vasco Era and The John Steel Singers on this fabulous tour.
Lisa Mitchell
We meet the talented Lisa again as she prepares to release her debut album and announces the dates for her national tour.
Friday 17th October
Bliss N Eso
It’s been two years since the group’s notorious, nationwide sell-out tour, and Bliss N Eso have decided their starved fans have been waiting long enough.
Bliss N Eso
It’s been two years since the group’s notorious, nationwide sell-out tour, and Bliss N Eso have decided their starved fans have been waiting long enough.
Friday 17th October
The Chronics Cruise Club
We’re lifting the anchor on a special vessel and cruising Sydney Harbour. It’s custom built for bands with a big stage, dan’floor, spacious decks, stylish bar and a second story deck where you can watch the bands from above. Yeah that’s right buoys and gi
The Amity Affliction (all ages)
THE AMITY AFFLICTION to release their debut album Severed Ties and announce one of the biggest local hardcore / punk tours of the year!
The Chronics Cruise Club
We’re lifting the anchor on a special vessel and cruising Sydney Harbour. It’s custom built for bands with a big stage, dan’floor, spacious decks, stylish bar and a second story deck where you can watch the bands from above. Yeah that’s right buoys and gi
The Amity Affliction (all ages)
THE AMITY AFFLICTION to release their debut album Severed Ties and announce one of the biggest local hardcore / punk tours of the year!
Friday 17th October
Firekites
Formed in Newcastle in 2005, Firekites revolves around the songwriting partnership of Rod Smith and Tim McPhee.
Botanics
Aussie hip hop group Botanics are itching to get back on the road and give Aussie audiences a taste of their new material.
Andy Bull - 'Small Town Girl' tour
2008 has been the year where people have had the pleasure to discover the talent and voice of Andy Bull.
Snob Scrilla EP launch
Snob Scrilla will be touring throughout 2008, and is currently working on his debut album.
Youth Group and theredsunband
Sydney bands theredsunband & Youth Group are about to set off on a mammoth 18-date co-headlining tour, presented by FL.
The Grates (Lic/AA) - SOLD OUT
The Grates’ live shows have now become stuff of legend. They’re joined by The Vasco Era and The John Steel Singers on this fabulous tour.
Firekites
Formed in Newcastle in 2005, Firekites revolves around the songwriting partnership of Rod Smith and Tim McPhee.
Botanics
Aussie hip hop group Botanics are itching to get back on the road and give Aussie audiences a taste of their new material.
Andy Bull - 'Small Town Girl' tour
2008 has been the year where people have had the pleasure to discover the talent and voice of Andy Bull.
Snob Scrilla EP launch
Snob Scrilla will be touring throughout 2008, and is currently working on his debut album.
Youth Group and theredsunband
Sydney bands theredsunband & Youth Group are about to set off on a mammoth 18-date co-headlining tour, presented by FL.
The Grates (Lic/AA) - SOLD OUT
The Grates’ live shows have now become stuff of legend. They’re joined by The Vasco Era and The John Steel Singers on this fabulous tour.
Friday 17th October
Armen Firman EP launch
Melbourne five-piece Armen Firman launch their debut EP, ‘Your Name In My Skin’.
Armen Firman EP launch
Melbourne five-piece Armen Firman launch their debut EP, ‘Your Name In My Skin’.
Saturday 18th October
Jagermeister presents...Miss Rock N Roll 2008 (feat. Rocket Science)
This isn’t just another scantily clad competition for blond bimbos but an attempt to find the girl who truly represents the qualities of Ms Rock’n’Roll.
Jagermeister presents...Miss Rock N Roll 2008 (feat. Rocket Science)
This isn’t just another scantily clad competition for blond bimbos but an attempt to find the girl who truly represents the qualities of Ms Rock’n’Roll.
Saturday 18th October
Mother Truckers + Plus Guests
Mother Truckers cruise Route 66 and then turn off to Vegas with their stylish blend of Raw Rockabilly and Swamp at the Lansdowne Hotel on the afternoon of Saturday October 18
Mother Truckers + Plus Guests
Mother Truckers cruise Route 66 and then turn off to Vegas with their stylish blend of Raw Rockabilly and Swamp at the Lansdowne Hotel on the afternoon of Saturday October 18
Saturday 18th October
Simple Plan (all ages)
The Frontier Touring Company is thrilled to announce Simple Plan’s first Australian tour in over three years.
Sounds In The Grounds
Following last years reveled induction, Sounds In The Grounds will return to Sydney University on Saturday October 18th, 2008.
Simple Plan (all ages)
The Frontier Touring Company is thrilled to announce Simple Plan’s first Australian tour in over three years.
Sounds In The Grounds
Following last years reveled induction, Sounds In The Grounds will return to Sydney University on Saturday October 18th, 2008.
Saturday 18th October
Andy Bull - 'Small Town Girl' tour
2008 has been the year where people have had the pleasure to discover the talent and voice of Andy Bull.
Youth Group and theredsunband (2nd show)
Sydney bands theredsunband & Youth Group are about to set off on a mammoth 18-date co-headlining tour, presented by FL.
Diesel - 'Days Like These' tour
To coincide with the release of diesel’s brand new album ‘Days Like These’, the master guitarist is set to embark on a comprehensive album tour with his band.
Andy Bull - 'Small Town Girl' tour
2008 has been the year where people have had the pleasure to discover the talent and voice of Andy Bull.
Youth Group and theredsunband (2nd show)
Sydney bands theredsunband & Youth Group are about to set off on a mammoth 18-date co-headlining tour, presented by FL.
Diesel - 'Days Like These' tour
To coincide with the release of diesel’s brand new album ‘Days Like These’, the master guitarist is set to embark on a comprehensive album tour with his band.
Saturday 18th October
Sunday 19th October
Tété
French Troubadour Tété returns to Australia in October with his own soulful blend of blues, folk and pop influences.
Pomomofo
Sydney band, Pomomofo are heading out on tour to support the release of their second EP IN SUPER VGA which will be released through BANDROOM on October 18.
Youth Group and theredsunband
Sydney bands theredsunband & Youth Group are about to set off on a mammoth 18-date co-headlining tour, presented by FL.
Tété
French Troubadour Tété returns to Australia in October with his own soulful blend of blues, folk and pop influences.
Pomomofo
Sydney band, Pomomofo are heading out on tour to support the release of their second EP IN SUPER VGA which will be released through BANDROOM on October 18.
Youth Group and theredsunband
Sydney bands theredsunband & Youth Group are about to set off on a mammoth 18-date co-headlining tour, presented by FL.
Wednesday 22nd October
Stevie Wonder ‘A Wonder Spring Night’ Tour
One of contemporary music’s most iconic stars, the legendary Stevie Wonder, has announced that he will tour Australia in October 2008.
Stevie Wonder ‘A Wonder Spring Night’ Tour
One of contemporary music’s most iconic stars, the legendary Stevie Wonder, has announced that he will tour Australia in October 2008.
Wednesday 22nd October
You Am I - 'Let's Be Dreadful' Tour
YOU AM I – those Kings of swagger, noise and style return to Australian stages this coming October for their first National tour for 2008.
Karma County
Karma County have ranged across an eclectic music terrain to conjure their own sonic landscape
You Am I - 'Let's Be Dreadful' Tour
YOU AM I – those Kings of swagger, noise and style return to Australian stages this coming October for their first National tour for 2008.
Karma County
Karma County have ranged across an eclectic music terrain to conjure their own sonic landscape
Thursday 23rd October
Schvendes
Perth’s broodcore heroes SCHVENDES are packing their bags, sharpening their knives and returning to the East Coast in support of their stunning debut studio album Sweet Talk Your Enemies.
Karma County
Karma County have ranged across an eclectic music terrain to conjure their own sonic landscape
Little Red - Uni Tour
Not content with just completing a sold out national album tour, Melbourne garage doo-wop dynamos Little Red have hardly any time to unpack before hitting the road once again.
Schvendes
Perth’s broodcore heroes SCHVENDES are packing their bags, sharpening their knives and returning to the East Coast in support of their stunning debut studio album Sweet Talk Your Enemies.
Karma County
Karma County have ranged across an eclectic music terrain to conjure their own sonic landscape
Little Red - Uni Tour
Not content with just completing a sold out national album tour, Melbourne garage doo-wop dynamos Little Red have hardly any time to unpack before hitting the road once again.
Friday 24th October
Elora Danan (all ages)
On the eve of the release of their latest single ‘Door, Up, Elevator’, ELORA DANAN announce an East Coast tour to excite fans for the track.
Elora Danan (all ages)
On the eve of the release of their latest single ‘Door, Up, Elevator’, ELORA DANAN announce an East Coast tour to excite fans for the track.
Friday 24th October
Kenny Rogers
Celebrating his 50th year in show business, the country music superstar will perform nationally kicking off at the Brisbane River Stage on Friday October 17.
Kenny Rogers
Celebrating his 50th year in show business, the country music superstar will perform nationally kicking off at the Brisbane River Stage on Friday October 17.
Friday 24th October
The Filth Presents: Dirty Secrets
“Fook it!... this band from the edge of the world is stonkin!, Lets go to Oz and make a record with them” said Nick Terry to Alan Brey sitting in a pub in London in late 2006. Who are Nick and Alan? B
The Filth Presents: Dirty Secrets
“Fook it!... this band from the edge of the world is stonkin!, Lets go to Oz and make a record with them” said Nick Terry to Alan Brey sitting in a pub in London in late 2006. Who are Nick and Alan? B
Friday 24th October
Yves Klein Blue and The Holidays - 'Immaculate Confection' tour
Brisbane’s tasty effervescent Yves Klein Blue and Sydney’s sweet astutely pop The Holidays will be circling the nation throughout October on the Immaculate Confection tour.
Hermitude and Horrorshow
Hot off the heels of their brand new album ‘Threads’, Hermitude hit the road to show why they’re one of Australia’s most adored instrumental beats outfits. Joining them are Horrorshow.
The Drones
The Drones will be joined by a number of special guests as they embark on a national tour to show off their new creation.
Sparkadia - 'Postcards' Album Tour
Sydneysiders Sparkadia are back on their home turf and ready to kick off an extensive album tour across the country.
Saving Grace EP launch
Saving Grace will launch their new EP ‘Pages’ on Friday October 24th at Manning Bar, Sydney University.
Roy Ayers
Niche Productions presents the return to Australia by one of the undisputed heavyweights of soul music: Roy Ayers.
Yves Klein Blue and The Holidays - 'Immaculate Confection' tour
Brisbane’s tasty effervescent Yves Klein Blue and Sydney’s sweet astutely pop The Holidays will be circling the nation throughout October on the Immaculate Confection tour.
Hermitude and Horrorshow
Hot off the heels of their brand new album ‘Threads’, Hermitude hit the road to show why they’re one of Australia’s most adored instrumental beats outfits. Joining them are Horrorshow.
The Drones
The Drones will be joined by a number of special guests as they embark on a national tour to show off their new creation.
Sparkadia - 'Postcards' Album Tour
Sydneysiders Sparkadia are back on their home turf and ready to kick off an extensive album tour across the country.
Saving Grace EP launch
Saving Grace will launch their new EP ‘Pages’ on Friday October 24th at Manning Bar, Sydney University.
Roy Ayers
Niche Productions presents the return to Australia by one of the undisputed heavyweights of soul music: Roy Ayers.
Saturday 25th October
Village Fair
Village Fair is a live music and arts festival in the Central West of NSW. Located by the base of MT. Panorama in Bathurst, 2008 is set to be it’s biggest best year yet!
Village Fair
Village Fair is a live music and arts festival in the Central West of NSW. Located by the base of MT. Panorama in Bathurst, 2008 is set to be it’s biggest best year yet!
Saturday 25th October
My Filthy Riot feat. 25 bands
The Filth and My Sydney Riot are 2 independent shows that push all the hot young bands in Sydney and beyond and they are teaming up for what is going to be game on!
My Filthy Riot feat. 25 bands
The Filth and My Sydney Riot are 2 independent shows that push all the hot young bands in Sydney and beyond and they are teaming up for what is going to be game on!
Saturday 25th October
Blue King Brown - 'Moment Of Truth' Tour
BKB are one of those unique truth-telling outfits in our business that defy time.
Blue King Brown - 'Moment Of Truth' Tour
BKB are one of those unique truth-telling outfits in our business that defy time.
Saturday 25th October
The Butterfly Effect (lic/AA)
The Butterfly Effect are one of Australia’s favourite bands & as they grow they continue to kick proverbial arse!
Mark Sebastian Wolfe
A laid back swampy acoustic set with new tracks and some soon-to-be-recorded live faves.
Tex Perkins & His Ladyboyz
Hi, my name’s Tex Perkins and I was huge during the early 90’s. Having endured a 25 year career in the music biz, I’ve done and seen it all.
Pig Destroyer
Virginia’s extreme sound nihilists PIG DESTROYER deliver savage grindcore that is both intentionally confrontational and thoroughly pummeling.
A night of political satire and song
The Lurkers and the Shiny Bum singers share the bill at the Loaded Dog Folk Club in Annandale
The Butterfly Effect (lic/AA)
The Butterfly Effect are one of Australia’s favourite bands & as they grow they continue to kick proverbial arse!
Mark Sebastian Wolfe
A laid back swampy acoustic set with new tracks and some soon-to-be-recorded live faves.
Tex Perkins & His Ladyboyz
Hi, my name’s Tex Perkins and I was huge during the early 90’s. Having endured a 25 year career in the music biz, I’ve done and seen it all.
Pig Destroyer
Virginia’s extreme sound nihilists PIG DESTROYER deliver savage grindcore that is both intentionally confrontational and thoroughly pummeling.
A night of political satire and song
The Lurkers and the Shiny Bum singers share the bill at the Loaded Dog Folk Club in Annandale
Sunday 26th October
Slipknot and Machine Head
In 2008 Slipknot guide their unholy army through the nine circles of hell on the All Hope is Gone 2008 world tour, their first since they graced our shores in January 2005!
Yves Klein Blue and The Holidays (U-18s)
Brisbane’s tasty effervescent Yves Klein Blue and Sydney’s sweet astutely pop The Holidays will be circling the nation throughout October on the Immaculate Confection tour.
Slipknot and Machine Head
In 2008 Slipknot guide their unholy army through the nine circles of hell on the All Hope is Gone 2008 world tour, their first since they graced our shores in January 2005!
Yves Klein Blue and The Holidays (U-18s)
Brisbane’s tasty effervescent Yves Klein Blue and Sydney’s sweet astutely pop The Holidays will be circling the nation throughout October on the Immaculate Confection tour.
Sunday 26th October
The Butterfly Effect (lic/AA)
The Butterfly Effect are one of Australia’s favourite bands & as they grow they continue to kick proverbial arse!
Cloud Control
With new single ‘Death Cloud’ showing off its consummate vintage pop stylings, Cloud Control is hitting the road – presented by their fans at FL.
Skipping Girl Vinegar
Just confirmed for the 2008 Falls Festival line up, SGV have also just announced a run of national album release dates across October.
Rockin' and Swingin' feat. The Velvet Set
This night will provide quality Rockabilly and Swing bands in the salubrious surroundings of one of Oxford Street’s jewels, The Oxford Art Factory.