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HANIA RANI set to wow come May Piano Prodigy HANIA RANI set to wow come May
By Sammy Moynihan By Sammy Moynihan
Canberra Theatre will soon be filled with the captivating sounds of acclaimed pianist Hania Rani. The Polish native—who has garnered much international attention in recent years, as evidenced by her extensive sold-out tour of Europe—is a masterful storyteller. She weaves together intricate melodies and harmonies to create music that is both emotional and thought-provoking.
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“I don’t know how it is, to not be able to play the piano,” she reflects. “My life is connected to music, particularly the piano. It is my language and my voice. It’s how I communicate with the world and I cannot disconnect myself. It’s very primal.”
Rani views the piano as an important friend that gives her a sense of freedom. She views her concerts as a conversation between herself and the instrument.
“The more I play piano and the more I learn, I realise you have to trust the instrument,” she says. “There is a common thread of trust between us. You can feel the energy under your fingers and move it forward again and again. Like with people, you’re having this great back and forth. It’s a dialogue.”
Rani's music is inspired by a wide range of influences. Indeed, when asked to name some, Rani lists an extremely diverse variety of musicians, from Mozart to Radiohead.
“Classical music is a great thing to be inspired by, but I also have a big fascination with jazz. When it comes to a shift between classical and electronic, the band that really changed my life was Portico Quartet.
“I also really admire pop music. I’m not an ideal user of Spotify”, she laughs. “The algorithm is totally twisted in all directions.
“I just love music. I’m always fascinated by it and listen to everything.” Her compositions are characterised by their minimalist approach, with simple, repetitive motifs building into complex and layered soundscapes.
“My life is quite intense, so when I make music I’m looking for something very calm and very broad.”
This leads to sounds that are deeply introspective, with each piece telling a story that is both personal and universal.
“Music is the language that we all can understand easily, wherever we come from. I often play for people that don't speak my language at all, or I don't understand their language, and we always could communicate. So, I think there must be something very special about this medium.”
For Rani, music is a way to connect with people on a deeper level.
As well as conversing with her piano, her concerts are also a dialogue between herself and her audience, a chance to share her stories and experiences and to listen to the stories and experiences of others.
“There is an amazing connection with people during a concert,” she entuses. “It’s a very special and rare feeling. It’s spacious; without borders. Sometimes, I look at the audience and they seem hypnotised; a feeling of deep relief and relaxation sweeping over them.”
Rani's latest album, Home, has been hailed as a masterpiece by critics and fans alike. The album was recorded during the pandemic lockdown, and its themes of isolation and introspection resonate strongly with audiences around the world. Her ability to capture the emotions and experiences of this tumultuous time in history has made her one of the most exciting and relevant artists of our time.
Rani's upcoming concert at Canberra Theatre’s The Playhouse promises to be a night to remember. Her live performances are known for their intimacy and authenticity, with Rani's soulful playing drawing audiences in and holding them spellbound. The concert will be a mix of original compositions and improvisations. Rani expects the performance, like all her concerts, to take on a life of its own.
“I think the audience will be surprised,” she states. “Even those who are familiar with my work. I'm also singing, and then just playing the piano. I’m looking forward to floating through the audience and going through so many emotions with them.”
If you are a fan of minimalist music, or if you simply appreciate the beauty and power of the piano, then Hania Rani's Canberra concert is not to be missed. She is one of the most talented and exciting young musicians of our time, and her music has the power to touch hearts and minds.
A night of magic and wonder with Hania Rani awaits.
Hania Rani plays at The Playhouse at Canberra Theatre on Thursday, 4 May at 8pm. Tickets are $75 + bf via the venue.
THU 6 APRIL
EXEK (VIC) + Soft Toy
Legendary Naarm band EXEK make their way to the capital for the first time. Kicking off the long weekend with a night for the ages. A rare opportunity to catch one of the best Australian bands of the last decade. 6pm, $15 - $25 + bf via Humanitix
SIDEWAY
Boop by Statera Circus
Your everyday supermarket transformed into a joyous world of trolley races and terrifying stunts! A ragtag team of employees try to find their place in the world, travelling into existential spirals of absurdism. 6:30pm, $15-$30 via venue
GOULBURN PERFORMING
ARTS CENTRE
FRI 7 APRIL
Johnny Reynolds Power Trio
Johnny Reynolds has an impressive background as an international performer for the past 40 years starting in the Dublin circuit in 1982. He went on to join acclaimed Dublin outfit The International Blues Band who toured in the UK, Canada, and Ireland, where they supported James Brown at the Point Depot in Dublin. 8pm, free
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
SAT 8 APRIL
Easter Weekend Event Feat. The Johnny Reynolds Power Trio & The Crossbenchers
Come on down to The Old Canberra Inn’s Easter Family Fun day! 12pm, free entry
OLD CANBERRA INN
Une Nuit Seulement
French songs and gypsy swing, plus a late night jam! 6pm, $20 conc/$25 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Duxie & Louis
Taking to the stage at Blackbird. 7pm, free entry
BLACKBIRD
Divine Miss Bette Starring
Catherin Alcorn
Multiple award-winner and entertainer Catherine Alcorn returns in her most iconic role as The Divine Miss Bette, a spectacularly joyous music and comedy event where she channels the legendary Bette Midler. 7:30pm, $75 via venue
BAY PAVILIONS, BATEMANS BAY
Zen Monkee Single Tour
With special guests Goese and Serotonia. 8pm, $15 + bf via Oztix or $20 on the door
TRANSIT BAR
SUN 9 APRIL
NeonHoney
NeonHoney is a music producer and songstress from right here in Canberra. 2pm, free entry
QUEENIES
Sally Davis
Having discovered Joan Jett at the age of 14, Sal is passionate about women in heavy music. Join her, and her handmade Cole Clark acoustic guitar, as she takes you through a list of her favourite covers. 4pm, free
OLD CANBERRA INN
Renae Stone
Renae performs a wide range of popular covers songs, including today’s top 40 pop, dance, and R&B hits, with a range of pop rock classics. 4pm, free entry
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
TUE 11 APRIL
Scroggin
Join Scroggin for a mix of dried bluegrass and roasted western swing, sprinkled with dessicated Australiana and traces of traditional, handmade, downhome prog. 7pm, $15 conc/$20 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
THU 13 APRIL
The Crisps + Pilots of Baalbeck + UNDERMINES
Ready to rock? The Crisps (featuring the legendary Stu Wilson of New Christs fame), and Canberra friends will crank out an evening of full-on Detroitinfluenced, garage-infused rock. 7pm, $15 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Daniel Sloss - Can’t
Scotland’s international comedy superstar is bringing his eagerly anticipated 12th solo show, Can’t, across Australia in April 2023. 8pm, $59.90–$79.90 + bf via venue
CANBERRA THEATRE
Fri 14 April
Anna Weatherup x Amy Vee
Two of Australia’s most enduring independent singersongwriters have joined forces to present a series of unforgettable intimate performances on a multi-state tour in early 2023. 7pm, $20 conc/$25 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Adalita Inland Album Tour
Adalita will be joined by her powerhouse band consisting of Matt Bailey (Paradise Motel) on bass, Dan McKay (Nation Blue) on drums, and Lewis Boyes (Dan Kelly and the Alpha Males) on lead guitar, together with very special guest supports TBA. 7pm, $45.40 via venue
THE BASEMENT
Basil’s Kite, Freezer, Hymmnn & Frames
Brought to you by Burntout Bookings, Basil’s Kite are an Australian microtonal mathcore outfit with members spanning from Katoomba to Wollongong. 7pm, $15 + bf via Oztix, or $20 on the door
THE BASEMENT
Lee Jones
Lee Jones takes the stage at Blackbird. 7pm, free entry
BLACKBIRD
The SunBears
The SunBears, always on the road touring the country, are finally putting on a hometown show. They’ve invited special guest Bek Jensen who has performed with Australian music royalty Jimmy Barnes, and more! 7:30pm, $25 via Trybooking
LIVE THE POLO
The Righteous Prannies
An upbeat five-piece Celtic, western swing, bluegrass and roots band. 8pm, free entry
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
SAT 15 APRIL
Alec Randles
Alec Randles is an independent fingerstyle guitarist and roots musician. His original music draws a heavy influence from his background in Celtic, classical, blues, tap/percussive, African, and flamenco fingerstyle guitar. 2pm, free entry
OLD CANBERRA INN
Melody Pool
Melody Pool returns to celebrate the release of her EP Lost In Time 6pm, $25 conc/$30 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Showmen - The Ultimate Magic Spectacular
Prepare to experience a jaw dropping spectacle of live magic, illusions, and stunts with Showmen – a supergroup of conjurers, tricksters, comedians, illusionists, daredevils, dancers, and more! 6:30pm, $69.90 + bf via the venue
CANBERRA THEATRE
Monica Moore Trio
Monica Moore trio take the stage at Blackbird. 7pm, free entry
BLACKBIRD
Heavy Metal
Trivia & Comedy Night
Bringing you two shows for the price of one, kicking the night off by testing your knowledge of the world metal scene with general knowledge, sound, and visual based questions, followed by comedy sets from local metalhead comedians. 7pm, $20 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Katie Noonan - Joni Mitchell’s Blue 50th Anniversary
For lovers of Joni, music, and poetry alike, this will be a spine-tingling evening you won’t want to miss. Supported by the magnificent Ruth O’Brien. 7:30pm, $59 + bf via venue
THE STREET THEATRE
Canberra Beatdown - Beat Battle
After a four-year hiatus due to COVID, it’s back! The 2023 Canberra Beatdown is bringing the best local and interstate beatmakers battling it out head to head for the title of Canberra Beatdown Champion. 8pm, $25 + bf, $30 on the door
TRANSIT BAR
Wish You Were HerePink Floyd Tribute
After selling out their last show, the band is back to celebrate the music of Pink Floyd. Delivering an authentic recreation of the entire Wish You Were Here album, followed by the essential classics, this show is not to be missed.
8:30pm, $25 via Try Booking
CANBERRA IRISH CLUB
Sun 16 April
Gia Ransome
Gia Ransome is a singer/ songwriter who, with her band, will make you feel like you’re living a great romance in an old school dive bar. Described as a marriage between Nick Cave and Lana Del Rey. Playing from 2pm, free entry
QUEENIES
Inez Hargaden
Inez Hargaden is an Irish singersongwriter from County Cavan. She draws from folk, pop, rock, and jazz to commonly reflect on the joys and tribulations of life.
4pm, free entry
OLD CANBERRA INN
Alec Randles
Alec’s original music draws a heavy influence from his background in Celtic, classical, blues, tap/percussive, African, and flamenco fingerstyle guitar.
4pm, free entry
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
Neil Murray
Maverick song man Neil Murray, founding member of the pioneering Warumpi Band, is touring with his new album, The Telling. 7pm, $45 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Wacken Metal Battle AU/NZ
2023 - Canberra Heat
The Wacken Open Air festival is the promised land for every metalhead. For some it’s simply a dream to attend, but a hallowed few gain the right to play the festival by winning the Wacken Metal Battle! Competing are: All is Fire, Deprivation, Noveaux, and Project Ultimate Satan. 7pm, $20 + bf via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Katie Noonan - Joni Mitchell’s Blue 50th Anniversary Tour
Celebrated Queensland artist Katie Noonan will be presenting Joni Mitchell’s Blue accompanied by guitar virtuoso Ben Hauptmann. According to Mitchell, Blue was, “the purest emotional record that I will ever make in my life…” Supported by Ruth O’Brien. 7:30pm, $59 + bf via venue
GOULBURN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
TUE 18 APRIL
No Bragging Rights (US) Australian Tour w/ Outsider & Proposal
For the first time in ten years, California melodic hardcore band No Bragging Rights will be returning to Oz. As drummer/ vocalist Martin Alcedo says of their new output: “It’s got some of our heaviest stuff, some of our most emotional stuff, and our most technically challenging stuff. But it’s still classic NBR.” 7pm, $39.80 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
WED 19 APRIL
Sujan Chapagain & The Band
Live music by Sujan Chapagain and the band from Nepal. 7pm, $45.40 - $51 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
THU 20 APRIL
Catholic Guilt - Live For the Rush Single Launch w/ Bad Lunar & Birdcapital
To celebrate the launch of their nostalgia-drenched new single, Melbourne/Naarm’s own Catholic Guilt bring their catalogue of heartfelt anthems to The Basement for a night of big emotions and even bigger singalongs. 7pm, $15 + bf via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
FRI 21 APRIL
Karen’s Diner on Tour
“We pride ourselves on our terrible service, rated 1*” by Karen herself! This is dining with a twist - the food is great, the service is ungrateful, but your experience will be unforgettable. First service from 4pm, $47 via explorehidden. com
CLUBHOUSE KALEEN
Money Boys w/ Bad Lunar & Parrots with Piercings
Melbourne punk four-piece Money Boys embark on their first national headline tour. The group’s relentless energy, tight rhythm, and punchy performances will bring the release of their first single, Gun, to life. 7pm, $18.40 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
WILSN
To celebrate the release of Those Days Are Over – an album that finds a new power on stage - WILSN has announced her headline ten-date Australian tour. 7pm, $20 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Sir Archer w/ Muesli & Sam Sly
Described as a band you would hear on an ‘80s am radio rock station, Sir Archer has been causing a stir across Sydney since the release of their first EP
The Sauce. The 7-piece band will now take their show on the road to support of their new single, Getaway. 7pm, $20 earlybird, $23.44 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
The Crossbenchers
The Crossbenchers are a fourpiece Canberra band doing lounge, blues, R&B, originals, and covers. From Chuck Berry to Frank Sinatra, to Ray Charles to The Doors. 8pm, free entry
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
Rock or Be Rocked
8pm, live and free ROSE COTTAGE
Sat 22 April
Chris Harland Duo
Simple formula, maximum impact. The Chris Harland Blues Band has the command and the precision to nail every number they play. Every CHBB set remains a memorable, musical event, revisiting the best of the blues standards: B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters et al. 2pm, free entry
OLD CANBERRA INN
Autumn Rhythm:
Afro Reggae Roots Dub World
Seven hours of the best global music, featuring seven bands and two DJs. 6:30pm, tickets $20 - $30 via Oztix
TRANSIT BAR
Ruby Archer
Ruby Archer is a young singersongwriter from the NSW Central Coast who creates angry, jazzy rock with feminist undertones and husky vocals. 7pm, $10 conc/$15 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Steve-O: The Bucket List Tour
Every idea on Steve-O’s Bucket List was so ill-advised, he never expected to go through with any of them. Until it was time to prepare for this tour. 7pm, $79.34-$143 +bf via venue
CANBERRA THEATRE CENTRE
Dancing In The Shadows Of Motown
This ten-piece powerhouse band is a sell-out every-time they come to town, playing hits from The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Jackson Five, Four Tops, and much more. 7pm, $45 + bf via Eventbrite
HARMONIE GERMAN CLUB
Metal United Down Under w/ Temtris, Carbon Black, Snakewitch & Taliesin
MUDU returns for another year of celebrating homegrown Aussie metal. The national event, now in its ninth year, will take place across Australia. 7pm, $20 + bf via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Blackbird’s 3rd Birthday
No-one throws a party like us, and this is certainly one we are ready to celebrate. A huge night planned with live acts, DJs, and a few surprises thrown in just for good measure. 7pm, entry $15 on the door
BLACKBIRD
Three Great Bands
A great night of original music, featuring a little bit of gothic punk, a little bit of pop, and a little bit of country. 8pm, free
POT BELLY BAR
SUN 23 APRIL
Canberra Blues Society Pro Jam
- Hosted By James Southwell
The best blues musicians in Canberra jamming together with blues superstar James Southwell and his band., 1pm, $10/CBS members $5 via Humanitix or at the door
HARMONIE GERMAN CLUB
Adam Corbin
Adam Corbin is a very talented
Canberra-based musician who plays a mix of original material, Australian covers, and blues. 2pm, free entry
QUEENIES
Butcher ABC (JPN) w/ 100 Years
War, Dark Horse & Wretch
For the first time in Australia, Japanese gore grind legends
Butcher ABC embark on their Reborn in Butchery tour. 3pm, $25 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Eden Plenty
Australian artist, singer, songwriter, and guitarist Eden
Plenty is a devoted music craftsman. He uses his range and thought provoking lyrics as a method of connecting and making each song like a personal exploration of emotion, intimately shared with the listener. 4pm, free entry
OLD CANBERRA INN
Inez Hargaden
Inez Hargaden is an Irish singersongwriter from County Cavan. She draws from folk, pop, rock, and jazz to commonly reflect on the joys and tribulations of life. 4pm, free entry
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
TUE 25 APRIL
Anzac Day @ Moby
Get in on the Anzac Day action at Moby Dicks Tavern in Kippax with two up from 12pm, and 5150 playing from 6pm. Free entry
MOBY DICKS TAVERN
WED 26 APRIL
The Best Of Helmet ‘89-’23 Australia Tour
Honouring the patience of devoted fans all over the country, Helmet have confirmed their long-waited return to deliver the very best of their celebrated catalogue. A complete evening of essential music from one of heavy music’s most essential bands. 7pm, $69.90 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Wallflowering
Wallflowering, by award winning Australian playwright Peta Murray, is a funny and poignant play about the nature of marriage and the elusive pursuit of happiness. 7:30pm, $60 - $68 via the venue
BAY PAVILIONS, BATEMANS BAY
Rhys NicholsonRhys! Rhys! Rhys!
The winner of the 2022 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Award for Most Outstanding Show, Rhys Nicholson returns for a very special one-off performance of their critically acclaimed show Rhys! Rhys! Rhys!. 8pm, $39.90 + bf via venue
CANBERRA THEATRE
THU 27 APRIL
Taste Festival CanberraWine and Food Event
Get ready to experience endless wine and craft spirit tastings whilst indulging in generous gourmet plates at Casino Canberra. Five amazing sessions will be held over four days. 5:30pm, $39 - 69
CASINO CANBERRA
Sam Buckingham
Revered for soul baring, intimate performances, the new live show sees Sam keeping organic sounds and storytelling at the core, with the bold addition of live looping and sampling. 7pm, $25/$30 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Dylan Moran - We Got This We Got This is the brand new show from BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian Dylan Moran. It promises to be a joyously furious romp through the frustration and folly of modern day life. 7:30pm
CANBERRA THEATRE
FRI 28 APRIL
Sun Burn 4 - Night One
Australia’s biggest annual stoner rock and doom festival is fast approaching. Featuring 34 of the very best bands of that genre from all over Australia. From 4pm, $96.90 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Angus Gill ft Pixie JenkinsDeparture and Arrival Tour
CMAA Golden Guitar winner Angus Hill with special guest fiddle-playing sensation Pixie Jenkins. 6:30pm, from $27.33 via Eventbrite
HARMONIE GERMAN CLUB
Mixed Bill Madness
Four bands, one night - strap in! 7pm, $25 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
Dylan Moran - We Got This
We Got This is the brand new show from BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian Dylan Moran. It promises to be a joyously furious romp through the frustration and folly of modern day life. 7:30pm
CANBERRA THEATRE
Chris Harland Blues Band
Revisiting the best of the blues standards: B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters et al. 2pm, free
DICKSON TAPHOUSE
SAT 29 APRIL
Stomp Festival Canberra
Stomp Festival features exclusive wine releases, grape stomping, live music, art, tours, barrel room tastings, back vintages, demonstrations, country music legends, comedy, challenges, games, and plenty of prizes. 10am - 4pm, $29.50 via Humanitix
CANBERRA WINERIES
Sun Burn 4 - Night Two
Australia’s biggest annual stoner rock and doom festival is fast approaching. Featuring 34 of the very best bands of that genre from all over Australia. From 4pm, $96.90 via Oztix THE BASEMENT
Abel Ibáñez G.
Abel Ibanez G. is a Sydney-based Mexican songwriter, musician, and singer. His songs aspire to provide a certain company and comfort on those times when people experience loneliness. 4pm, $10 conc/$15 via venue
SMITH’S ALTERNATIVE
The Bellhops
The Bellhops are an award winning six-piece blues, jump ‘n’ jive, and swing band from Sydney. Bring your dancing shoes along for this one. 8pm, $25 + bf via Humanitix or $30 at the door
HARMONIE GERMAN CLUB
TraXion Big Band Presents: Jazz Next Door
Join TraXion Big Band for a night of big band jazz. 7pm, $25 via Trybooking. Tables of 10 available
AUSTRALIAN CROATIAN CLUB
Flamenco for Everybody
Discover the foot-tapping energy of flamenco with this live performance by award-winning dancer Annalouise Paul and some of the country’s finest musicians. Poetry, percussion, flamenco guitar, contemporary dance, and storytelling. 7pm, $15$45 via venue
GOULBURN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
Björn Again – Thank ABBA For The Music Tour
Björn Again bring ABBA’s timeless hits back to the stage in a sing-along, dance-along extravaganza. 7:30pm, $89 –$98.50 + bf via venue
CANBERRA THEATRE
Australia’s Oconic Princesses of Pop
In a masterful performance, Australian singer and actress Nikki Bennett takes us on a journey through the lives, loves, and greatest hits of Australia’s first three truly international superstars. 7:30pm, $59.90$69.90 via venue BAY PAVILIONS, BATEMANS BAY
Love Disco
Strap on your roller-blades, slip on your favourite pair of bell bottom jeans, and pop a few extra buttons on your satin shirt ‘cause Phish and Phreak Productions alongside ZACH KNOWS are bringing Love Disco to Blackbird! 9pm, $20 + bf via Stickytix or $25 on the door
BLACKBIRD
SUN 30 APRIL
Alec Randles
Alec Randles is an independent fingerstyle guitarist and roots musician. His original music draws a heavy influence from his background in Celtic, classical, blues, tap/percussive, African, and flamenco fingerstyle guitar. 2pm, free QUEENIES
Class Traitor - Broken Energy Highway Album Launch w/ Blight Worms, Creep Diets, Facecutter & Freezer
With their first full-length album Broken Energy Highway, Class Traitor have built a path into a world of ritualised nihilistic abandon, littered with dead amps. 3pm, tickets $18.40 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Eden Plenty
Australian artist, singer, songwriter and guitarist Eden Plenty is a devoted music craftsman. He uses his range and thought provoking lyrics as a method of connecting and making each song like a personal exploration of emotion, intimately shared with the listener. 4pm, free entry DICKSON TAPHOUSE
TUE 2 MAY
Sara Pascoe - Success Story
Multi award-winning comedian Sara Pascoe returns to Australia with her brand-new live tour, Success Story. One of the most revered comedians in the UK, Sara has also hosted Live at the Apollo, and appeared on many beloved TV shows. 8pm, $69.90 via venue
CANBERRA THEATRE
WED 3 MAY
Wild Thing
A tale of sea eagles and pole dancing, of children and childhood dreams, of religion and rock ‘n’ roll. Most of all, it’s a tale of friendships that have stood the test of time. Until now. 8pm, $15-$45 via venue
GOULBURN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
THU 4 MAY
Hania Rani - Live
One of the most successful and intriguing pianists in the world right now, Hania Rani blends classical traditions with contemporary jazz and house music. 8pm, $75 + bf via venue
CANBERRA THEATRE
Ross NobleJibber Jabber Jamboree
Jibber Jabber Jamboree marks Noble’s 21st solo stand-up tour. To celebrate this milestone, he invites you to join him for an evening of the sort of inspired nonsense that has cemented his place as the one of the best. 8pm, $49 to $54 via venue BAY PAVILIONS, BATEMANS BAY
FRI 5 MAY
Ablaze w/ Rental Snake & Spinning Plates
Melbourne hard rockers
Ablaze are BACK and bringing their high-energy brand of rock straight to your eagerlyawaiting eardrums with the release of their new single Gasoline, which is two minutes and 58 seconds of pure rock n’ roll mayhem. 7pm, tix $18.40 via Oztix
THE BASEMENT
Dracula’s:
The Resurrection Tour
Dracula’s was born in a dark, dingy Melbourne laneway in