Join Paper Daisies, Gracie Moore and Dylan Pinkerton For a couple beers and an afternoon of folky songs.
Some of the finest music happens when disparate scenes collide; shared visions and approaches alight the way between disparate styles, breaking new ground.
NEMN is one of these collisions, bringing together artists with backgrounds in noise, experimental pop/rock and contemporary classical music - all with a shared objective to uncover new narratives of sound. Not to be missed.
LINEUP:
SANDS - violin/bass/drums trio, beautiful wistful post-rock
TEETH DREAMS - emotional harsh noise juggernaut
SHIRKHER - stochastic cacophonous rock revelations
LILY CAVES - heart-damaging, personal, sharply produced experimental pop
LA - experimental violin looping, drum machine exploiting
The Mundaynes are back with their first single release in over a year, 'Big Pants'.
To celebrate, they are taking over Nighthawks every Thursday night in April. Supported by:
23 April - Callystha + The Crop Tops
Sonny La Monte
Sonny La Monte is a Melbourne-based musician making dreamy, meditative psychedelic rock. Blending washed electric guitars, repetition, and quiet devotion. Intimate and hypnotic, His music drifts between shoegaze, krautrock, and dream pop.
BB Sabina
shoegaze ~ synth haze
Hannah Potter
Spinning turbulence and devastation into captivating, cathartic songs. Pixie-voiced broken-hearted blues for the down-trodden of this Earth.
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GOLDEN HOUR SHOW
𝓮𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓵 ⭒ 𝓲𝓷𝓭𝓲𝓮 ⭒ 𝓯𝓸𝓵𝓴 ⭒ 𝓪𝓵𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓷𝓪𝓽𝓲𝓿𝓮 ⭒ 𝓹𝓸𝓹
Jack Gaby is fresh home from a UK/EU tour and has invited some local legends for a stripped-back, intimate afternoon of solo and duo performances. DIVAS, START YOUR SATURDAY NIGHT RIGHT
LINEUP:
JACK GABY - fairy, whispy, ethereal, garden-angel-pop, alt-rock. gay love songs
JULIA WALLACE - delicate and intimate, swelling and minimal indie/folk with big feelings
SIX MILE LANE - shiny alt-folk, multi-textured with plodding soft grooves and gorgous layers
Yes, this event starts at 3pm so get down early :)
Clit Split, Dolls,and JJ SIzza. What a stacked line up!
Saturday, April 25
The Mundaynes are back with their first single release in over a year, 'Big Pants'.
To celebrate, they are taking over Nighthawks every Thursday night in April. Supported by:
30 April - Frons + Techno 666
Sylvia are four angels playing heart stopping shoegaze. Gun Laws are a five piece post-punk outfit, your least favourite band’s least favourite band. Known for an energetic live show and eclectic back catalogue. Currently working on their third album and haunting dive bars around the northern suburbs. Blood Thinners are a Sydney post-punk band breaking curses and expectations with jangling guitars, driving rhythms and a streak of feminine rage. This is their first time playing shows in Melbourne.
This is Seedy Jeezus at their most expansive.
Long songs.
Extended passages.
Moments that stretch, shift, and evolve in real time.
The Prog Set leans into the deep end - where riffs open up, tempos breathe, and the band pushes beyond structure into something more exploratory.
You won’t just hear the songs - you’ll hear them transform.
With The Miffs and Foot setting the tone early, this one is for those who want to go all the way in.
Doors 3pm
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Okay Dane return to Melbourne for a long-awaited hometown show, bringing their cathartic and high-energy live set back to the stage. Joined by special guests Materia and Dempsey, this one’s set to be loud, intimate, and unforgettable.
Finojet is a dynamic singer/songwriter whose musical journey has been marked by genre-blending innovation and electrifying live performances.
After leading the indie rock band Calypso Cora for a year, Finojet launched his highly anticipated solo career in 2025, captivating audiences around the world with his unique blend of indie and folk.
Opening for Hollow Coves in Canada, The Head & The Heart in Australia and Xavier Rudd in Europe, he debuted new material from his self-titled album to packed out venues across the globe - sharing his music with thousands of new fans every night.
Now in 2026, Finojet is hitting the road once again, this time for his very own debut headline tour. This tour celebrates his highly anticipated single, Aescher Song, scheduled for release in early April.
Don't miss Finojet at Nighthawks in Melbourne on May 3rd for an immersive and infectiously energetic performance.
Terrible Muriel, Fire by the River and Alx Goslow play Nighthawks! Doors 8:15pm
It's happening! Nobody No Spirit are finally coming out with their second EP, 'Nothing to Fear', which further expands on the sound they created on their first EP. They still have that hard hitting sound that took a wide range of influences from grunge, post-punk and alternative rock, except this time the songs are even more dynamic, even louder and even better.
But, it comes with tragedy. This EP launch show will mark the last show the current drummer, Jaxon, will play in the band.
To celebrate the occasion and to mourn the departure of Jaxon, they're holding an EP Launch Party on May 8th upstairs at Nighthawks!!
Joining them are the mind-melting Achey Peace, who mix a unique blend of all sorts of heavy genres together with introspective and raw lyricism to create their very own relentless sound, and Moksha, a high energy alt rock three piece with roots in grunge and punk, who stand with the oppressed and against the system.
It's going to be an absolute wild night so make sure to come down and celebrate the EP Launch, and to see the last show Jaxon will ever play with Nobody No Spirit.
This is the loose one.
The Freak Out Set is where control gets dialled back and instinct takes over.
Expect noise.
Improvisation.
Left turns.
Moments that might never happen again.
Songs can mutate.
Sections can dissolve.
New ground can appear out of nowhere.
With El Bebe and Scarnon kicking things off, the night builds into something raw, unpredictable, and fully unhinged.
Anything can happen - and probably will.
Doors 3pm
Deadheat are hitting the road this May, for their upcoming ‘May-Hem’ tour!
Drawing influences from the 90s and 00s pop-punk/punk-rock scene, Deadheat pride themselves on putting on a fun and engaging show, with a set that is stacked with sing-a-longs and catchy songs.
Fresh off the back of a national tour, supporting fun-loving punk rockers late last year - Punk Rock Factory, as well as having future International support slots locked in (Lagwagon and Authority Zero) for early 2026, Deadheat are looking forward to bringing their brand of fun pop punk, to Nighthawks, Melbourne, on May 9th 2026.
Supporting them on this ride, are special guests:
Judo CHOP!
Ultravlt
Loose End
SPECIAL PRESALE OFFER: each Presale ticket purchase will receive a FREE Deadheat Dick Pick (limited stock), claimable at the merch desk of each show.
So - don’t snooze on this! Grab your mates and grab your tickets below!
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JUDO CHOP! - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6gFyIZAPcq8aIyEjINNVRT?si=nMG_9t8iSTK8e50eThC6Jw
ULTRAVLT - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6O3fLzyuZRmVEX6Nf8sTg5?si=PH9dGoxyR7qrFjDovQzW8w
LOOSE END - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6TPBTbxnivDO9k1Y9np1Iq?si=nWu1vXqhSeqFjg0-Nmi2Jg
Indie/alt-rock songwriter Mia June brings her live band show to Nighthawks for three Sundays to celebrate the release of her new single, Pet. Joined by imfreshmeat, Twine (solo) and Darcy Forever.
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Bio: After releasing her debut EP 'Silicone' in March 2025, Zhuli returns with her bouncy sophomore EP 'JU!CY'. Come join her for her first ever show in Melbourne to launch the EP!
With special guests Jewel Owusu and R.em.edy.
Headliner:
Zhuli is a Sydney based Chinese-Australian alt-pop artist creating sparkly, tongue in cheek pop that lands somewhere between vulnerability and detachment. Working alongside producer Harry James, her sound blends strong pop storytelling with playful, off-the-wall electronic production. Known for her catchy melodies and tongue in cheek lyricism, Zhuli has cemented herself into the Sydney pop scene with her debut EP 'Silicone' and now her follow-up EP 'JU!CY'.
The name ‘Zhuli’ is drawn from a character in the novel Do Not Say We Have Nothing, a quiet nod to her Chinese heritage and her mother’s experiences—an influence that subtly underpins the project’s identity.
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Jewel Owusu has always felt like she lives in the space in between—between sounds, between cultures, and between versions of herself that are constantly shifting.
As a Filipino-Ghanaian artist and producer, she’s forging a new path in alternative electronic pop—one that’s as unfiltered and dynamic as she is.
Born in Hong Kong and raised in New Zealand, Jewel’s music is a melting pot of influences. Combining elements of electronic, dance, indie-pop, rock, and more, her sound blends every experience that inspires her.
Now based in Melbourne, Australia, Jewel has been garnering eyes through international shows, showcases at SXSW Sydney and Music Matters in Singapore, national tours, and an overflowing headline show.
She has been recognised as an artist to watch, won Triple J Unearthed's collaboration competition, and caught the eye of major outlets such as RollingStone, Complex, Colors Studio, MTV, Triple J, and TikTok.
In Jewel’s world, music and visuals are more than just art—they are spaces for transformation and self-expression, where imperfection is not only welcomed but celebrated ₍ᐢ. ̫.ᐢ₎⋆⭒˚.⋆⋆⭒˚.⋆
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Vinted Vineer take their sophomore album ‘Lament’ on the road this May, stepping into their biggest headline run yet.
Backed by strong support from triple j and community radio, the band bring their evolving sound across Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Newcastle.
Dynamic, immersive and layered, the live show continues to level up with each stop.
Catch them in your city.
A return to where it all began.
The Debut Set dives deep into the early Seedy Jeezus material - the foundation of the band’s sound.
Heavy grooves.
Hypnotic repetition.
Locked-in psych rock that doesn’t let go.
This is the DNA of the band - played with the weight of everything that’s come since.
With Rosewood and Dog Watch opening the day, this one hits that perfect balance of nostalgia and power.
Doors 3pm
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Hati Hari makes his debut live appearance with a special show marking the arrival of his upcoming EP, Martyr — a raw and emotive introduction to his evolving sound.
This intimate performance brings the Hati Hari project to life for the first time, offering an immersive entry into his sonic world. Expect a carefully curated journey through layered textures, pulsing rhythms and emotionally charged moments that blur the line between introspection and dancefloor intensity.
Joining the night are Nabii and Horlin, two emerging artists known for their distinctive approaches and atmospheric selections.
Together, the lineup sets the stage for connection, movement, and escape — a shared experience for those drawn to deeper electronic sounds.
Hati Hari Bio:
Hati Hari is the moniker of Ben Rohy, an electronic/pop artist and producer crafting emotive soundscapes that blur the line between club energy and intimate introspection. Drawing from melodic techno, indie rock roots and ambient textures, his music fuses singer-songwriter sensibilities with a nostalgic EDM influence.
Starting as a producer in the local Melbourne music scene and beyond, 2026 brings Hati Hari to the stage for the first time, celebrating the release of his debut mixtape "Martyr" with a headline live show.
nabii Bio:
nabii is a Korean-Australian artist, producer, and DJ blending hyperpop and trance. Creating a unique signature sonic world of emotional, euphoric dance music, with a splash of bratty attitude. 𓂃 ࣪˖ ִֶָ𐀔
Not afraid to push the boundaries in her live performances, sound design and productions, nabii is crafting a signature sound of raw emotion and euphoria. Being a part of the asian diaspora, nabii has founded the radio show AngelFM, a show dedicated to uplifting femmes and POC in the industry. nabii has supported acts like DJ Heartstring, CAIVA, DJ Gigola, and MCR-T. Featuring mixes for Triple J, Steel City Dance Discs Rinse FM Take Over, Hanoi Community Radio and Dublab. Mixmag Asia has featured nabii in their article ‘Artists Exciting us in 2024’ July edition, as well a feature article covering her debut EP “Take Me Home’. ᯓᡣ𐭩
Horlin bio:
horlin is the mononym of Jaak Horlin - a songwriter, vocalist, visual and sound designer based in Naarm. In 2023, horlin won Ninajirachi’s 'Things I Never Nu' remix competition, leading to its official release on the Second Nature Remix EP via NLV Records. horlin’s new mixtape “dwell” is a collection of glitched-out, glossy and unapologetically vulnerable synth pop.
Indie/alt-rock songwriter Mia June brings her live band show to Nighthawks for three Sundays to celebrate the release of her new single, Pet. Joined by imfreshmeat, Twine (solo) and Darcy Forever.
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Doom. Grind. Noise.
21st of May at Nighthawks. a crushing obliteration of extreme metal genres. Doom masters Religious Observance, filth and dirge grind of Slime City and the debut of Skinpicker collaborating with Shoshana Rosenberg.
This event is part of the Victorian Government’s 10,000 Gigs initiative, supported through the Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria
Lily Of The Valley:
Fresh off the release of their debut album Adorn The Earth, Melbourne's 5-piece sludge/post metal outfit crafts music forged in tension and release. Their sound balances vast, punishing heaviness with fragile, sweeping atmospheres, creating a sonic landscape as overwhelming as it is immersive.
Gull:
Gull is a heavy band with a penchant for progressive songwriting. Thick, sludgy guitars churn out articulate riffs, frenetic drums thump odd-time grooves, and powerful death growls lead listeners across high peaks of catharsis and deep valleys of introspection. Shades of atmospheric black metal, ambient post rock, and whirlwind prog for fans of early Mastodon, Baroness, Intronaut, Opeth, Rosetta, and Gojira.
What Most You Fear:
WMYF is a 6-piece instrumental post-rock band from Geelong. Blending sparse piano & violin-based ambience, the dynamic band is defined by distorted guitars and walls of chaotic noise. A visceral reaction to the state of the world, What Most You Fear is a collective effort not to be consumed by the maelstrom.
No detours. No extended wanderings.
Just riffs.
The Rock Set is Seedy Jeezus at their most direct - tight, driving, and full force from start to finish.
This is the punch-in-the-chest version of the band.
High energy.
No let-up.
With Tench and NON firing things up early, this one closes out the residency at full throttle.
Doors 3pm
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Indie/alt-rock songwriter Mia June brings her live band show to Nighthawks for three Sundays to celebrate the release of her new single, Pet. Joined by imfreshmeat, Twine (solo) and Darcy Forever.
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A heathen temple? Yes!Come to temple! Not just any temple- but an artists heathen temple founded on experiment, originality and immersion into each distinct but cohesive performance---
Citizen Zane, Sasha Cuha, and The Shimmering Dark bring a night of original music spanning gothic, avant-garde, and experimental sound- it's a night of immersion, exploration and communion with the audience through these 3 distinct music acts from Naarm
Each artist brings their own sonic world — distinct, immersive, and deeply felt — converging for one night inside the Heathen Temple.
From intimate solo performance to layered sound and visual atmosphere, the night unfolds as a live, shared experience.
No covers. No filler. Just three artists building something real in the room.
Step inside...
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On May 29th we will be celebrating all things screamo and post hardcore with 4 bands at Nighthawks. Come hang and see Gil Cerrone, Keratin, and the mountains plus pale view will be playing their first show. Doors at 8pm. As always, the show will be a safe space. See you then.
Get ready for an evening of heavy distortion and rock and roll with three local bands, G-String Nicotine, Crushed Lavender and Lace Dress.
G-String Nicotine are a all female punk rock band with a riot grrrl sound. From Djilang they play music with gritt and punch which will end the night with a bang.
Crushed Lavender are a 4-piece punk band inspired by the generations of riot grrrl music before them. They play music that is just like them; confident, loud, fun and always up for a good time. After a writing break for most of 2025, the band is back and ready to share their new music on a stage near you!
Lace Dress are a four-piece rock band incorporating elements of garage rock, alternative rock, classic rock, or basically any rock you’d like.
A night which showcases an eclectic mix of electronic genres. All while being performed with LIVE instruments and/or through hardware and laptops. Expect guitar, atmospheric vocals, fingers drumming and more all behind the diverse beats and textures electronic music cultivates.
From genres ranging from Techno, Trip Hop, House to Experimental, you'll always find something new and unique at ECLECTICA.
LINEUP:
Blue Captive - Electronic / Singersongwriter - https://youtu.be/Peq5f8tQxfs?si=Lb7Bx-6s0dzQOwYv
Baby Blood Lotus - Experimental & RnB - https://bloodlotus.bandcamp.com
LOCIAN - Trip Hop & Atmospheric Art Rock - https://locian.bandcamp.com
Sol Flare - Techno / House - https://tr.ee/KrmVN5ABe4
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of where this event takes place. The Wurundjeri-willam people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
Blood Lotus is the music project of Hannah Wu, who fuses club, experimental R&B, avant-garde
pop and traditional Chinese instruments to push the sonic parameters of genre. She constructs
spectral worlds where the past and future collide in motion; intimate vocals flutter over
shapeshifting beats, scaffolded by oscillating synths and glistening strings. With a focus on
collaboration, she has worked with Voidhood and Kuya Neil to produce her debut album, slated
to be released in 2026. She also makes ambient music in collaboration with poet Panda Wong,
under the moniker Lotus Threads, as well as their extended project, Lotus Web.
Blue Captive crafts music that moves between blissful atmospheric space, and beautifully chaotic
wall-of-sound-like textures. Whether live on stage or in the studio, their sound fuses ethereal
textures, raw vocal energy, and hypnotic rhythms.
Debuting with Mid Air, Blue Captive carved out a distinctive sonic world, where intimacy and
catharsis intertwine, and where atmospheric electronica meets emotional storytelling. That vision
deepened with the release of Make It Last Forever: a melodic techno journey of rolling waves,
nostalgic undertones, and pulsing energy.
Live, Blue Captive’s sets are chaotic, vulnerable and intense, blurring the lines between ambient
beauty and deep emotional release. Vocals float between airy delicacy and raw intensity, recalling
the emotive brutality of memory, heartache and love. Layers of distortion, soothing synth washes,
and glitchy textures build emotional arcs that keep audiences suspended in their world.
Hailing from the seaside town of Mt Eliza, Australia, Blue Captive draws inspiration from the
bittersweet beauty of passing moments. Each track is a sonic tapestry that captures the push and pull
between nostalgia, hope, chaos and calm.
Combining lush synths, driving basslines and groove filled beats, Sol Flare’s live shows are known for working the dance floor up to a fever pitch. Fusing together genres ranging from dreamy melodic house, indie dance to techno whilst exploring the light and the dark.
Sol Flare made his debut into the Electronic with his first release Silver Moon on Global Underground, garnering attention in the community and a subsequent remix from Darin Epsilon. Following with a string of releases support has been found with airplay from BBC Introducing, London Live, Triple J and Kiss FM to name a few. His live shows have been performed throughout UK notably at BlueDot & Kendal Calling Festivals and Europe & Australia.
Locian redefines musical storytelling by blending
reflective lyricism with a vibrant fusion of trip-hop rhythms and electronic textures. He weaves together
intricate narratives and thought-provoking themes, drawing inspiration from his personal experiences and
a desire to challenge conventional ideas. With a keen focus on storytelling, Locian poses questions that
invite his listeners to embark on introspective journeys, exploring the hidden corridors of the mind and the
landscapes of the heart.
Influenced by seminal artists such as Radiohead, Nicolas Jaar, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Howling/RY X, his
music exudes a unique blend of atmospheric soundscapes and emotive vocals, evoking moments of
clarity amid a world of chaos.
Capital Noise presents: ‘Nothing Left But Noise’ Compilation Launch
Following the success of their compilation ‘Beyond Us’, featuring Canberra artists and bands such as Nuta Mantis and At Last, Capital Noise have returned with a new compilation titled ‘Nothing Left But Noise’, a compilation of screamo and heavy bands from across Australia.
Featured on the compilation and headlining are Naarm’s Indented, blending post-hardcore, emo, and screamo into a dense, heavy sound. Their recent debut EP, ‘The Day It Broke’, brings a heavy, sombre brand of post-hardcore, with elements of Midwest emo and screamo scattered throughout. Also playing at Capital Noise’s sold-out ‘I Thought You’d Be Here Too’ at The Tote, Indented are guaranteed to deliver an intense, emotionally charged set with lots of energy and sick breakdowns.
Supporting and also featured on the compilation are Street Carp; loud gazey indie / slacker rock bound to get your head banging. Dubbing themselves a ‘less-horny deftones’, Street Carp bring a fresh, yet familiar take to indie rock & shoegaze that everyone can rock with. Playing at Capital Noise’s ‘Eaten Alive’ and ‘I Thought You’d Be Here Too’, the carp are bound to perform some loud, fun, and raw tracks with insane atmosphere and energy.
Also supporting are the up-and-coming post-hardcore trio Cornea. Based on Awakabal lands (Newcastle, NSW), the trio take a lot of inspiration from bands such as title fight and modern baseball, and are eager to perform at their debut Naarm shows, which include Capital Noise’s compilation launch.
You do not want to miss this epic compilation launch, with such amazing local and national talent playing at one of melbourne’s best live music venues.
3 X Indie Alternative Rock and Pop/Rock acts hit the NightHawks, Johnston Street, Collingwood. South Melbourne group Ruby & The Tuesdays, Tirzah Vision from Canada and Hugernaut from Castlemaine. Edgy, punchy, funky, powerful and all original Indie Alternative/Pop Rock.
Tirzah Vision is a 4 piece Groove driven Pop Rock project of Tirzah Vetter, Singer Songwriter from British Columbia, Canada. With songs like “Fool 4 U” and “What’s Lost” .
Ruby & The Tuesdays is a young, up-and-coming indie rock band from Melbourne’s South. Defined by their rock-on grooves and powerful, emotional lyrics, Ruby & The Tuesdays is sure to have you up on your feet, or on the floor in tears (just joking. kinda.). Led by singer-songwriter-guitarist Ruby Margaux and her four-piece band, The Tuesdays.
Hugernaut delivers a fresh take on the 3-piece rock group, keeping it real with their raw and unfiltered sound. The poised and passionate vocals of lead singer Hugo Horvat are extended by his heady and deliberate lifted lead guitar, giving extension to the vocals with great effect. With great drive and energy, each song is propelled into another stratosphere by the hard hitting, yet smart drumming of Gerard Horvat. Anchored together by bass guitarist Gabriel Horvat with depth and distinction, like a warm blanket around an electrical storm. Hugernaut’s vision of contemporary alternative vibes, smashing against the most classic rock, emerges as a sound of magnitude and timeless emotive musical elegance. Smart yet edgy, pumping and escalating Indie Alternative Rock in the best Australian fashion. Each song is destined to follow the last and designed to listen to as a complete album from start to finish. From the most modern theme of bitchin’ about a misguided pull of social media, to the age-old case of broken relationships, yearning and fanaticising about what could be, after getting over the hurdles of life.
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BENEATH THE NOISE:
Are you ready?
Beneath The Noise is hitting Nighthawks Bar on Saturday June 6th.
One action packed afternoon, three bands, fifteen bucks and whole lot of noise, come join us as EVEYA, Elyzium Falls and Crestfallen carve out their own path beneath the spotlight in celebration of the underground and the unheard.
Combing the sounds of Alt Rock and Modern Metalcore, this isn't just another gig but rather a community and reminder, that the biggest bands all started on the smallest stages.
It's time to tune out the noise and find what's beneath.
Buzz Kull brings his Deep Hate EP tour to Melbourne, delivering his signature blend of dark electronic intensity and industrial pop precision. The long-running project of Marc Dwyer has built a global cult following since 2012, touring Australia with Molchat Doma and Boy Harsher, the United States with Cold Cave, and Europe with Kontravoid. Deep Hate captures Buzz Kull at his most focused and ferocious, translating to a commanding and immersive live performance.
Opening the night is Cherry Rype, whose brooding and atmospheric sound blends dark pop textures with raw emotional weight. Rapidly emerging within the underground scene, Cherry Rype’s live shows balance vulnerability and intensity, setting the tone perfectly for a night of shadowy, high-impact electronic music.
Ymi! presents Green and Yellow as the launch of her three latest singles: Playground, Saviour - not the saved, and House fire. | Supported by Greg Allan and Dirty Gwen.
Greg Allan is an Australian indie-folk singer-songwriter based in Melbourne. He is known for his unique finger-style guitar playing, coupled with his distinctive, ethereal, dreamlike vocal delivery. His songwriting has often been described as ‘sitting somewhere between Nick Drake and Jeff Buckley, yet entirely new’. He is an artist you definitely will be hearing about again.
Dirty Gwen are a 5-piece rock band from Melbourne's north-east bringing an exciting, energetic modern rock sound to local crowds. Since they formed in the beginning of 2022, the group have since been getting to work, putting on shows and packing out local venues around Melbourne. The band consists of vocals by Lars Miller, lead guitar by Harry Todd, rhythm guitar by Hayden Khoo, bass by Anastasia Vertsonis and drums by Max Crosby. Their debut EP ‘Back to Me’ brings a rocky modern feel that’s loved by fans and showcases the band’s signature sound. They have a range of influences between their members with classic rock at its core and a mix of modern rock and indie that drives their unique style.
Ymi! is an optimistic and gentle yet confrontational artist based in Melbourne who performs original music in the vein of indie folk through to industrial dance rock. She is known for the whiplash between her devastating Nick Drake and Bon Iver inspired ballads and intoxicatingly danceable upbeat tunes. The set is amplified by Ymi!'s band of passionate and skilled composers, who blend her ethereal vocals with dark, brooding textures that tie together a diverse and engaging set.
Street Legal return with their new single The Barassi Line, out Wednesday June 10th.
Mixed by ARIA Award–winning producer Anton Hagop (Silverchair, Powderfinger, Missy Higgins), the track marks the band’s first collaboration with the acclaimed mixer and signals a bold new chapter for the Adelaide indie rock five-piece.
The Barassi Line is available on all streaming platforms and follows the band’s critically praised debut EP Bruxism.
“‘The Barassi Line’ questions our relationship with those who control natural resources and shape the cities we live in,” says vocalist Matthew Hayward. “It’s about the stories we’re sold - that growth is always good, that wealth equals virtue.”
Built on driving, interwoven guitars and anchored by a soaring, anthemic chorus, the track captures Street Legal at their most urgent and expansive.
The release sits comfortably alongside contemporary indie heavyweights such as Fontaines D.C., IDLES, Shame, Interpol and The Murder Capital, while locally drawing comparisons to DZ Deathrays and Gang of Youths - further cementing Street Legal’s place among Australia’s fast-rising underground acts.
Street Legal will be joined on the night by rising Naarm acts De Porsal and Frons.
Stockings are playing their debut headline show!
A mix of poignant, heartfelt lyricism and unbridled, honest angst, Stockings will take you on a journey full of feeling. Their self-titled debut EP looks at life through the snapshots of key memories, a mixture of post-punk tracks made to be blasted and softer indie pieces that feel incredibly personal.
With a strong indie community already behind them and experience on stages across Melbourne, Stockings is excited to see where this project takes them.
Stockings are joined by; fuzzy pop band Paint from Fremantle, and fresh new indie rock band Opera
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The Mundaynes are back with their first single release in over a year, 'Big Pants'.
To celebrate, they are taking over Nighthawks every Thursday night in April. Supported by:
16 April - Uglieboy + Bughunt
Trip to Paris with De Jure and Cryptics
Join StoneWilde as they celebrate the release of their debut single 'Lonely Heart'!
With the heart and passion of Bruce Springsteen and the optimistic outlook of Paul Kelly thrown in with a few anthemic synth hits of War on Drugs, they will certainly keep you engaged.
A brand-new outfit with its boots planted firmly in the indie and alt-country rock tradition,
StoneWilde blends heartland grit with soulful storytelling, echoing the likes of Springsteen, Neil Young, and Paul Kelly, with a twist of ragged riffage from the modern day War On Drugs, Sam Fender and Gang Of Youths.
Fronted by Rusty (The Ugly Kings) on vocals and rhythm guitar, the lineup brings
together an electric mix of seasoned players: Jake Winter (ex-Winter Moon, now Sordid
Ordeal) on searing lead guitar, Ed Hund on keys and harmonies, Aaron Melnyk behind
the kit, and Jonathan Jones (Wild Dog Mountains) locking it down on bass. This is a
band forged slowly and deliberately—and now the time has come to set it loose.
Joining them will be rowdy punk rockers 'Exiles' who blend gritty post-punk energy with rock 'n' roll swagger and garage rock revivalism and 'K C Walsh' who magically balances the musical fault line that is big 60's country melodies, troubadoric lyricism, and the swirling tones of 90's brit pop and psyche
Tickets: $15 online and $20 on the door
The Spudorati
It’s like they always wanted it to be that way. something about it feels like the logical conclusion of a long list of former artistic pursuits, you know, finally culminating into this latest, shameless incarnation. I sort of expected them to, like, do this. It feels kinda cathartic, the way they touch on things that feel oddly vulnerable or close to home. exorcising demons or some s***. - Fab, Hugh and Mason sing songs about, amongst other things, love and ABIs.
The Spoof Maggots
Unapologetic punk from the rolling eastern hills of Melbourne. Their riffs are as quick as their wits.
Where is Home
One evening in September 2024, this band seamlessly formed on the whims of the world. Where is Home bring the mostly chill lounge time vibes with a gentle proggy, funky twist. Based in the northern suburbs of Melbourne.
LUNATIC - Fuzz punk rock band from MELBOURNE, Australia
KTV- 90s pop/punk three-piece from Melbourne who reformed in 2024. New single Melt out now!
JOSIE JETTE
The Mundaynes are back with their first single release in over a year, 'Big Pants'.
To celebrate, they are taking over Nighthawks every Thursday night in April. Supported by:
9 April - Dopplerhaus + Trap Card
Veronic with MisfitDeo and Mobhead
Violet are returning to Melbourne to celebrate the release of their newest single ‘Settle a Riot.’ Joining them will be good friends Left at the Avenue and My Giddy Aunt.
Electronic Dream Pop Art Rock Pioneers Fabels are super excited to announce the Melbourne launch of "Ophera" their brand new album,
At Nighthawks Sat 4th April in with Special guests Light Magnetic and Schism 21C.
Its going to be a fantastic Night
Hope to see you all at Nighthawks!
"Not since Massive Attack has a band been able to so effectively hold your spirit in a trance in this way. A mystical listen that will leave you astonished" Music-News (UK)
"Fabels could likely have started the return to shoegaze and experimental art rock trend the electronic world is seeing swell nowadays." Your EDM" colorado USA.
Arabella and The Heist @ Nighthawks w/ Happy Family and DOG WATCH
The Mundaynes are back with their first single release in over a year, 'Big Pants'.
To celebrate, they are taking over Nighthawks every Thursday night in April. Supported by:
2 April - Clit Split + Crushed Lavendar
Eora Indie/emo projects half request (FFO Armlock, Alex G, Horse Jumper of Love) and Our Mutual Friends (FFO Marietta, Merchant Ships, American Football) make it down to Naarm. Joined by local melodic experimental duo Lover.
ARCHIE are back on the road this April to celebrate the release of their new EP, Together Apart.
The band are beyond excited to bring their live show to Nighthawkes and celebrate the release with you, joined by special guests JORJ and Sam Sly
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Celebrating the launch of their next single "Too Late" from the forthcoming EP "Love From, Rosco Mule" Rosco Mule return to Nighthawks to fill the stage with fast and loose grungy rock. There want be any beating around the bush, no excuses and no hesitation, Rosco Mule will show you what a rock show should look like.
Bringing the heat early are Tasty Daze and Immortal Fish, both know their way around tasty riffs and aren't afraid to use them.
Fast becoming Rosco Mule's favourite time slot, the Saturday 2pm doors leave a lot of room for an after party.
Come and get loud.
Town Ace are a noisy post-punk 4 piece launching their new single ‘Cartwheels’ on March 27 at Nighthawks, kicking off a series of planned outbursts to follow up their 2022 debut album release ‘Peers’.
Driving through the inner-north, ‘Cartwheels’ draws on the insistent rhythms of Gang of Four and guitar skronk of James Chance and the Contortions, tied up in barked exhortations on killing time, the free form roots of 80's avant-garde and 70’s kraut explorations.
Joining us are partisans Carpal Tunnel Band in all their wiry glory and The Nova Fiends with their droning and driving garage joints.
15 bucks presales or on the door, get amongst it!
Lucy Sugerman returns to Sydney for her debut headline show at Nighthawks on March 22, 2026, celebrating the release of her new EP old patterns.
Hailing from Canberra, Australia, Lucy Sugerman brings her gift for pairing vulnerable lyricism with sticky melodic hooks to Sydney, crafting alt-folk-pop that balances softness with bite, and emotional depth with melodic confidence.
A magnetic live performer, Lucy has appeared at major festivals including Groovin’ the Moo, Stonefest, Yours & Owls and SummerSalt, and has supported the likes of Chance Peña Del Water Gap, Gretta Ray, Sons Of The East, Ben Lee, Odette and Thelma Plum.
Molly Rocket return with their new EP The Dogs Are Barking and a run of shows to match.|
Gritty, energetic and unapologetically themselves, the band are ready to bring their signature chaos and charm to stages across the country!
Ripper of a line up for your Saturday afternoon and absolutely worth being there.
Kicking off strong with one of the most talented and dynamic bands in the state, Gun Laws.
Followed by the powerful proto punk two piece, Oil Rig, melting minds.
More rock n roll?
We then have the unbridled, Eunice and the Footes, holy shit. Holy shit!!
Then there is, Another Rotting Corpse, exploding with cathartic D-beat and pure energy with a new line up and a new, electric set.
This line up is awesome.
Do yourself a favour. Come and see.
Amamanita Axaxaxanax Glass Seer (SA) : DIY synth, flute, the witchcraft of electricity, and the power of the scream. Noise dubstep & punk breaks.
In their second collaboration, Orryelle (BE) & Blood of a Pomegranate will combine and contrast ambient Armenian folk melodies, dronescapes, neoclassical violin (through loops & FX) and industrial noise, invoking ancient deities.
Orryelle will also self-sculpt with clay and various appendages in a live mythic metamorphosis.
Fresh off her Debut EP release 'SPEAK EASY', Kitty Mustang will once again grace the moody stage belting out irresistible musical hooks of the songs you know and love. Backed with the power of a 5 piece band - Kitty Mustang will deliver her seamless Nouveau Pin-up Jazz with ultimate style.
But wait, also appearing is Tamara Pierce - an up-and-coming singer/songwriter with an eclectic solo set, comprised of manic piano playing and surreal lyrics. And Solmaye, a soulful RnB project born from raw musicianship and an appreciation of all things groovy. You don't want to miss this.
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Brunswick born modern shoe-gaze band take the stage at local favourite Nighthawks, for the launch of their second studio single, ‘Lost and Found’.
Joined on the lineup is talent from Lalu and Babchia, bringing raw energy, introspection and immersive dreamy noise.
After debuting in late 2025 with their 'Live and a Half?' demo, shortly followed by their first gig, Grimshaw are now continuing to gig relentlessly into 2026! This time at Collingwood's own Nighthawks Bar.
Hailing from Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs, Grimshaw is characterized by blends of harsh, high-energy riffs with eerily clean yet atmospheric sounds.
Joining them are Melbourne’s own Dysfunction Junction + A Study In Red, sure to provide some high energy tunes for all ears to enjoy!
See you there!
Gadzooks! imfreshmeat are playing Nighthawks Bar with the brilliant and distinguished company of Luke Morrison and Alexander Beetle ! 🥩🐀🪲
Critics have rushed to hail the show a “tour de force” and an “uncompromising artistic triumph” - citing the borderline distasteful honesty and sincerity in each of the 3 acts performances as a “bold response to the current moment” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Please, don’t miss the chance of being apart of something
Abstract folk-rock ensemble macrocarpa, fronted by Sam Bambery (Aotearoa/NZ) plays Nighthawks alongside Flora and Red Orchestra. Dynamic and dissociative music bordering indie rock with elements of forlorn country.
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