May
15
8:15 PM20:15
Selectione Par Bensin #2 - Scumwitch and Debris Facility
Selectione Par Bensin #2 - Romy Fox and Debris Facility
May
16
8:00 PM20:00
Carlson Chronical - Our Carlson with Captain Beep Boop and Euniq at Nighthawks!
CARLSON CHRONICLE at Nighthawks!
It’s no secret that The Peoples Poet, Our Carlson doesn’t mind a bit of pool, a few beers and a smoke, so to celebrate Nighthawks new outdoor, undercover, smoking area pool table he has put together a lineup of his favourite electronically backed, vocally fronted acts to celebrate.
Headlining we have the John Cooper Clarke of Keilor Park, Our Carlson. Ranting and raving over everything from Jungle and Breaks to Donk and Hyperpop on everything from class war to Disability to astrology and getting pegged. He’s disabled, pissed off, searching for a revolution and telling everyone about it.
“Captain Beep-boop is a transistor-based trans sister who plays electronic punk songs on a modified Telstra “Bluephone” payphone.”
Yeah so the captain is from another planet, dialling up songs from her teledex into an old blue phone you might find at the pub or footy club up until 10 years ago. Once dialled in she controls the track with the keypad while singing down the line about Ian touring and walking out of a gender neutral bathroom in the inner north of Melbourne a different gender than she walked in as. Mind blowing concept with the tracks to match. TISM fans will be in attendance.
Euniq is a proud Sistergirl who has been producing genre bending music for the last 3 years.
She sums it up as "Simple music complex for people." It’s a blunt instrument to destroy capitalism. For fans of politically charged lyrics over simple beats and synth lines then it’s time to Join the Euniq movement or perish
Friday 16th May
May
17
8:00 PM20:00
Class Traitor with Serial Pest and Crossed
The Pest are hittin’ Nighthawks Bar on May 17th for the release of our 7" 'Living in Fear' joined by Class Traitor and Crossed
8pm
15 bones
May
22
8:15 PM20:15
Selectione Par Bensin #3 - Second Skin and Kayo
Selectione Par Bensin #3 - Second Skin and Kayo
Selectione Par Bensin #3 - Thursday 22/05
Waking dreams with
Kayo and Second Skin
Kayo:
Ethereal voices dissolve industrial cycles in death-laced
darkwave pop
Second Skin:
An alt pop/trip hop nightcap to soundtrack your
comedown. Enigmatic, raw and sultry expect an intimate live performance filled with ethereal vocals and moody basslines.
Poster by @cosi.comms
(supported by the Victorian Government through the Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria delivered by Music Victoria)
Tickets
https://events.humanitix.com/selectione-par-bensin-3-kayo-and-second-skin
May
23
8:15 PM20:15
Oil Rig with Rosaries and TV Casualty
Two-piece anti-cappo proto-punk zig-zag ka-blam. Short answer; Oil Rig.
Long answer if you must, a minimalist punk duo writing grubby little bass riffs and tub-thumping tub thumping. Forming at a midweek show in barter town, Oil Rig is a trashy love letter to any band that’s got something to say; a trashy, drunken scribbling that we hope comes off earnest.
Songs about radicals, capital and sabbaticals (two truths and a lie). We tried to be straight edge but we both work hospo. Tried being Devo but we don’t get synths.
Oil Rig: the best ya gonna get!
May
24
3:45 PM15:45
Video Life EP Launch + Potluck
Spend the arvo with Video Life as they launch their first EP at Nighthawks. Support from Potluck.
May
24
8:15 PM20:15
Destinezia 'Do They Know?' EP Launch with Goowin and Kite Vendor.
Adelaide indie outfit Destinezia bring their lush, hook-filled sound to Melbourne for their launch of debut EP ' Do They Know?', a night of dreamy guitars and raw energy. Supporting them are local legends: Goowin and Kite Vendor.
May
25
5:15 PM17:15
Future Tongues with Snailgun and drone state
Sonic up your Sunday.. End your weekend with a lovely audio message at Nighthawks - and it’s only $15
Featuring:
FUTURE TONGUES - The kraut-rock minimalists from Geelong will take you on a sonic voyage, blending experimental sounds with sparse beats. Their set will immerse you in a unique blend of post-punk and repetition-rock.
Snailgun- Brace yourself for local sound makers Snailgun carve up their very own side salad of guitar riffs, & nose bleeds….
Drone State - embracing the world of the korg Kaoss electronic landscape, a duet of thunderous drones to sweeping whimsical breezes & chanting howling monkeys..
Come down early to secure your spot and immerse yourself in sonic adventure,, Volatile energy in an untried atmosphere, it'll the perfect way to wrap up your weekend!
May
30
8:00 PM20:00
Sun Stone with Chase Mantel and The Supervoids, Sisyphus and Big Fat Elephant at Nighthawks
Welcome another gig you can't miss! A night of prog rock, metal, punk and much more. We really hope you come along and enjoy yourself and support the local music scene in Melbourne.
Doors at 8pm!
May
31
4:00 PM16:00
The Borderland with Violet Dread
Melbourne based 4 piece, spawned from the early punk scene, 1987-1991. In 2023, two original members, Rick Thomas (guitars, vocals) and Steve Munyard (drums) paired up with Jim Richter (guitars) and Andrew Hepburn (bass) to create the new Borderland. A sonic riff driven soundscape with pounding bottom end rhythms. paired with dark melodic vocals
Combining frenetic screaming with soaring guitars and electronic beats.
Electronic + Dread + Metal. A unique take on heavy music.
Violet Dread is Paul Anstey and Alex Grunwald, two old friends out of Melbourne, Australia.
May
31
8:15 PM20:15
Munroe w/ The Cheaks & Emma Yue
MUNROE are excited to be joined by emerging indie rock act, The Cheaks (NSW) making their Naarm debut; and Melbourne-based gritty, indie-folk artist Emma Yue.
On the back of recording their upcoming EP, Munroe will be bringing their indie folk sound to the stage. With a slew of releases on the horizon Munroe will offer their usual gut-wrenching lyricism paired with, what may be described as mid-set 'jokes'.
Hailing from the steel city of Newcastle, The Cheaks bring a fresh energy to the indie rock scene, blending classic influences with a contemporary edge that captivates audiences from the first note. Following the success of their debut EP Sirens, The Cheaks are set to unleash their hard-hitting new single, Wildfire - the first taste of their highly anticipated upcoming EP. To mark the occasion, they'll be hitting the road, bringing their electrifying live show to Melbourne.
A self-confessed purveyor of the phrase 'do it for the plot', Emma Yue embodies the rollercoaster ups and downs of your early 20s with genre blending indie, folk and rock sounds. While she shares her psycho-drama-queen antics, she also shares deeply personal and confessional writing without shying away from vulnerability.
Fingers crossed it should be a pretty special evening xx
Jun
1
5:15 PM17:15
Felix Worner with Isobel Caldwell and Killer Instinct
Felix Worner & his band, with Isobel Caldwell & Killer Instinct live at Nighthawks Bar on Sunday 1 June. Doors at 5pm, Music from 5:15pm
Felix Worner is an alt-country singer-songwriter from Tāmaki Makaurau, now living in Naarm. Worner’s songs evoke a strange romantic sadness, underscored by his baritone voice and nostalgia-laden melodies that linger like a cheap perfume. The result is a solemn, poignant, but woodsy sound.
In June, Felix Worner will play Nighthawks for his first band headline show of the year. Joining him will be Isobel Caldwell; and Killer Instinct.
Jun
5
8:15 PM20:15
Autobahns (Germany) with Street Sweeper + The Antics
Leipzig via Lugano’s weirdo punk heroes Autobahns will be returning to Australia this June! After their first tour in January 2024, they’re back this time hitting both coasts, alongside a smokin’ roster of local and interstate supports. Their “First LP” was a beloved release from renowned Victorian label Legless Records and now they hit us with a split with Melbourne kings Elvis 2. Hope you freakos are ready.
“If you were waiting for the typical and overused egg-punk stuff, this is not your album, cause although Giulliano always seemed to us the top-boy of the class from the old continent, with this "First LP" he has surpassed any of our expectations with a sound where weirdness, the wild synth-punk-garage reminiscent of pioneer bands like Ausmuteants and even a touch of Skate-punk are threaded with unusual class over a layer of juicy and freaky LoFi that makes it simply irresistible... A killer one!”
- Tremendo Garaje
“You may not know Giuliano Iannarella, the Germany and Switzerland-based punk rocker, but the debut Autobahns album First LP! makes a strong case that he deserves a seat alongside fellow rippers-to-watch Gee Tee, Alien Nosejob, and Sick Thoughts. It’s not easy to designate exactly where this lives in the realms of egg, chain, and skate punk—it’s a journey across all those vibes. There’s a track here called “Ciapa Male,” and it’s just choppy and relentless rock’n’roll that could burn for a full hour without getting old. It’s the kind of debut with so much power, so many major songs, and so many different vibes packed into one album, it feels like a star turn for Iannarella. Synths attempt to simmer things down near the end, but it’s useless: First LP! burns hot.”
- Evan Minsker, see-saw.fun
Jun
6
8:15 PM20:15
DOLE MANCHILD 'MUSCULAR!' SINGLE LAUNCH W BETTER THAN SEX AND SALVADOR PERALTA!
Naarm based FUTURE SURF DANCE PUNK band DOLE MANCHILD returns from a South Australia tour at the end of a six month hiatus with a jacked new single: MUSCULAR! We'll be joined by local cowboy circus cabaret Better Than Sex: the soundtrack to the privatisation of your nervous system, and Salvador Peralta. Get. Ready.
Dole Manchild : "Rising punk powerhouse" Dole Manchild are an Argentine fronted, eclectic, eccentric, and explosively energetic seven-piece supergroup delivering genre-fusing art-punk garage rock.
Better than Sex: Based in Melbourne Australia, Better Than Sex is a band which tries to capture the mutual feeling of existential dread and fear of eternal damnation which haunts the collective unconscious of all 21st century sicko's.
Salvador Peralta: Most Known for Apple Bottom Jeans covers. most enthusiastic about anything else..
Jun
7
8:15 PM20:15
Sacred Hearts (QLD) with Kayo and Full Fleshed
Join Meanjin alt-rock duo Sacred Hearts as they headline the launch of their debut EP 'Siren Songs'. The EP is a celebration of girlhood- reflecting on loss, sensuality and honouring feminine rage, it delves into the complexities and intensity of the feminine experience. Performing the EP in full alongside fan favourites from earlier releases, June and Josie bring their signature blend of post-punk, coldwave, and shoegaze to life with their enigmatic, high-energy live show. Don’t miss this electrifying live show from one of the most exciting voices in Australia's alt-rock scene.
They are joined by local acts Full Fleshed and Kayo.
Jun
11
8:15 PM20:15
Ryan Davis (USA) + Sweet Whirl solo
Louisville, Kentucky avant-folk songwriter Ryan Davis makes his first visit to Australia, headlining Nighthawks with support from Sweet Whirl in solo mode.
After more than 15 years of releasing music in outfits State Champion, Tropical Trash and others, Dancing on the Edge is the first album produced under Kentucky-based songwriter Ryan Davis’ name.
Ryan Davis continues in the tradition of Townes Van Zandt, Terry Allen, Souled American and David Berman’s Silver Jews, but reimagines the dated archetype of the modern day indie troubadour. A seven-song, 53-minute basement folk opus, Dancing On the Edge ranges from bare-boned, achingly crooned avant-folk tales to jovial, collaborative excursions into long-form experimental country-tinged rock. The sprawling double album was self-released at the end of 2023 and recently reissued by UK label Tough Love.
Dancing on the Edge is a dense collection of Americana-Noir that navigates a familiar yet alternate reality, one of enchanted mundanity and uniquely Mid-Southern introspection. Simultaneously antisocial and outwardly inviting, free of cynicism yet slightly stepped in paranoia, Dancing on the Edge is as delicately choreographed and emotionally connective as it is, at times, absurd.
Ryan Davis is currently touring the US with Bill Callahan, just finished a tour supporting MJ Lenderman and did a co-headline European tour in 2024 with Australia’s own Ned Collette.
“This is the sound of someone bearing a torch.” - Bill Callahan
“One of the finest beard-rock slabs of the century.” - Byron Coley
Tickets
Jun
12
8:15 PM20:15
The Benzenes Aromatic Tour: with Titration, Lolitah and YMI
The Benzenes Aromatic Tour finishes at the Nighthawk, Thursday June 12th. Joined by TITRATION, get ready for a chemically excellent show. With friends Lolitah and Ymi opening, this indie folk/rock lineup is not to be missed!
THE BENZENES
TITRATION are a dramatic alt-rock force from Melbourne whose energetic stage shows, emo tendencies and rock bangers get a room moving at every show. Inspired by artists like Nothing but Thieves, Panic! At the Disco and Maneskin - expect a hot and heavy show. Get your gig-face on - they'll see you in the crowd.
LOLITAH, heavily influenced by the indie/folk genre, has always found comfort and joy in music's profound ability to connect to others through storytelling. She often draws inspiration from the complexity of emotion and personal experience, endeavouring to create genre bending music that will invite you in with her raw honest lyricism and unique style
YMI [TBC]
Jun
14
3:00 PM15:00
Honeybone with Major Bummer & The Trip Hazard
Major Bummer are a Melbourne based guitar-focused supergroup of bedroom geniuses featuring members of many bands that toured the planet and became so beloved that when they broke up the world Eternal Sunshined themselves, which is why it might feel like you have never heard of any of them.
The follow up to debut Party Time album (Heart Trouble) is a huge sonic leap forward - now with added synth AND guitar solos - and is due out later this year.
To promote the release of 2nd single Gummy Bears, Major Bummer toured the Western U.S. in their northern fall.
When a certain Major Bummer's mother-in-law asked for a little groovy guidance about medicinal candies she'd heard about in her Mahjong game, The Bummers gave pause...
As something of a team of experts in the edible arts and about to send her a stream of hyperlinks with peer reviewed clinical trials and testimony from California Sober housewives, we then thought it'd be way more fun to write her a cautionary song instead...
Start low and go slow Mumma!
Jun
14
8:00 PM20:00
Denim Owl with CHEESES, Super Melody and Coma Toast
Denim Owl is the long term music project of music maker and night owl Janita Foley who is known for dispensing delicate, pensive, experimental dream pop. The project has recently morphed into five-piece form, and the Owl band are ready to flaunt their newly minted four-years-in-the-making album. Janita and musical associates Joe Foley, Irit Rozenfeld, Jill Farrar, and Stephanie Hooke, aim to play their handmade tunes scuffed up by unapologetically long instrumental-wig-outs, and will make no exception as they celebrate the release of Fall Apart, a 5-minute dalliance in meandering pop, which lands with a music video shot by Berlin based filmmaker Alex Badham.
Special guests on the night are:
CHEESES use lo-fi electro sounds, guitar and bass combined with quirky song writing and en pointe vocal harmonies. Cheeses is the latest from long term musical collaborators Jane McCracken and Eva Sommerfeld who released several classic badass-twee-heartbreak albums as The Foots.
Super Melody is the brainchild of James Cecil who made his name with globe/genre trotting pop group Architecture In Helsinki. His 2010 album Destination Unknown is a slice of rogue pop genius that is so good we simply weren't ready for any more tunes until now.
Coma Toast are a Kiwi-flavoured mystery boy band made up of two lovely gentlemen whose sound remains bathed in mystique. You'll find out what they do if you're willing to stand the suspense.
Jun
28
3:00 PM15:00
Cassells ‘Sirens Don’t Sound the Same’ Single Launch Tour - Nighthawks
Hailing from the wintry streets of Ballarat, VIC, Cassells crafts a sound rooted in the textures of alt-rock and indie-folk. His distinctive baritone voice and poetic lyricism invite listeners into a world of poignant reflection, where weighty moral themes are often softened by glimmers of dry humor and light-hearted charm.
May
10
8:15 PM20:15
May
10
3:00 PM15:00
The Bronze 'Greenlight' Single Launch w/ Cranes Against Clouds and Overthinker
Noise pop quintet The Bronze are kicking off their 2025 shows by launching their first single at Nighthawks.
Greenlight is the first track from their debut EP, Sunrises & Safe Driving, a wholly DIY collection of catchy alt rock tunes. Taking influence from everyone from The Breeders and Sonic Youth to Tate McRae and Sabrina Carpenter, The Bronze draw on their experiences growing up in the deep southeast to craft songs that don't easily leave your head.
A very limited edition of Greenlight on CD with unique handprinted artwork will be pressed just for this show, so make sure you get in early and pick one up!
Joining them to celebrate the afternoon are locals Cranes Against Clouds and Overthinker - be there!
May
9
8:00 PM20:00
Newgate Crowd "All For Nothing Launch" with All Regards and TILE
Get ready Melbourne! Newgate Crowd, 'All For Nothing' launch hits Nighthawks in Collingwood Friday 9th May! Joining us is All Regards & TILE
“Miss You, Everyday” delves into the heartbreak of wanting the best for someone who refuses to recognise their own potential.
The song tells the story of one person’s struggle to help another break free from self-doubt, stagnation, and negativity—despite their efforts being met with indifference or rejection. The poignant refrain, “I miss you, every day” captures the deep sense of loss, not just for who they once were, but for the person they could have become.
Celebrating the release of this track, we’re kicking off the single tour in Melbourne at the iconic Nighthawks in Collingwood on Friday, May 9th, joined by local talents All Regards and TILE. We’ll be bringing the energy to Adelaide on Friday, May 23rd at Low Life Basement Bar, where we’ll be reunited with Townhouse and Violet Harlot.
This is the first release from our upcoming EP—stay tuned, rockers!
Newgate Crowd: It all started with a drummer, guitarist, and bassist jamming in a garage during COVID. Viddy drew the short straw and took on vocals, forming a teenage garage band. Fast forward, and that fire grew into award-winning live performances, music releases, radio & TV features, and countless gigs alongside indie music legends.
Following their debut EP Auditory Processing (2023), the band released singles Change of Mood (2024) and a Toxic cover (2025). With roots in regional SA and a strong presence in the Adelaide scene, Newgate Crowd hits Melbourne for a debut performance with the release of the first 2 new singles (Miss You, Everyday and All For Nothing,)from their second EP, to be released in September 2025.
All Regards: Melbourne’s favourite melting pot of pop punk, grunge, alternative and emo.
The band bolted out of the gate in 2020, catching the eye of the scene and tastemakers alike with their early singles ‘Trainwreck’, ‘Where Were You’ & ‘Wonder’ premiering to Triple J to critical acclaim.With their debut EP ‘ALL OUR DREAMS TURN TO NIGHTMARES’, All Regards have been hitting their straps in the Melbourne music scene.
TILE: A four-piece alt-rock outfit from Naarm, Melbourne, Australia. Led by front-person James Morris and joined by his bandmates Bek, Max and Tom, TILE take on a well-formed post punk collective. They combine elements of post-punk and indie rock guitars, driving an upbeat rhythm section and baritone new-wave vocals with classic pop hooks. Exploring the breakdowns and growth of relationships, universal experiences and the nuisances of your twenties whilst dealing with mental health, TILE presents an overall theme of personal development.
May
8
8:15 PM20:15
Selectione Par Bensin #1 - Rainbows Library with Calyx and 4zara
A Selection of Thursdays music events in May curated by Bensin.
Rainbow’s Library has recently frequented band rooms, dancefloors and train lines around the city, and will be rolling to Nighthawks for an event of its own. Join us on the 8th of May to get a head full of noises and stories, via live alien strings and electro-acoustics by Calyx and 4zara, and a selection of books curated especially by Rainbow for your choosing ✨
May
3
8:15 PM20:15
Materia with Lucy's Disorder and NVTH
Come and celebrate Materia's headline show featuring our new drummer!
We're joined by legends Lucy's Disorder & Nvth to open the night and bring the vibes.
Presale is $15
We'll be Star Wars themed, there'll be Merch for Sale, May the 3rd be with you! (Plz don't sue us Disney!)
May
3
3:00 PM15:00
May
2
8:15 AM08:15
Grim Rhythm with Vvarp and NON
Remember when the OG Grim Rhythm played at Nighthawks in the front bar? That was 9 years ago!
Finally they're back in their original incarnation and we couldn't be more excited.
With support from VVarp and NON, this show will be absolutely killer.
Friday May 2nd
8pm
$10 + BF
May
1
8:00 PM20:00
PUNK'D: With ANGLERR, ARLi and Dysfunction Junction
PUNK'D
A local showcase of Melbourne/Naarm's filthiest Up-N-Comers in all things PUNK
ANGLERR: Punk rock trio from Eastern Melbourne
ARLi: Pop-Punk singer/songwriter, featuring her band "The Kickers"
Dysfunction Junction: Punk/Heavy Rock. Warning: WE PLAY LOUD
Apr
27
5:15 PM17:15
Lucien Finch + Band
Matt Vincent is a singer-songwriter from Naarm. Known for his heartfelt storytelling and introspective lyrics, matt vincent explores themes of love, loss, hopes and dreams.
Lucien Finch is a singer-songwriter influenced by the music of Elliott Smith and Margaret Glaspy. Lucien will play with a 5-piece line up of local musicians.
Apr
26
8:00 PM20:00
The Noise 'Mystery of Fate' Single Launch with Kates Company and C.W.A
The Noise hit Nighthawks to launch their new single “Mystery of Fate”. Joined by Kate’s Company and the C.W.A, Saturday the 26th of April is bound to be bodacious!
Apr
26
3:00 PM15:00
Hard Mercury with Hope Held Hostage, The Hidden Charms
Hard Mercury: High energy heavy rock and metal at its best with great songs and blistering guitars.
Hope Held Hostage: This dynamic rock band from Dubbo, NSW skillfully fuses alternative and grunge influences to create a powerful and infectious sound. Fresh off winning battles of the bands at the Criterion in Weston and securing a spot at the Under Western Skies Festival in September 2024.
The Hidden Charms: Old school classic rock-n-roll hailing from Victoria with a twist of modern production. Their new record “Time is Bullsh*t” is a serene supernova of distorted guitar riffs and solos, driving drums and charismatic vocals. Featured is “Black Night” - a journey of intense and dark distorted riffs, with quite a catchy refrain and fire guitar solos throughout.
Apr
25
8:15 PM20:15
Jye with Kalopsia and EJ Wood
Jye first rose to prominence in the bedroom pop scene, with tracks frequently featuring on tastemaker channels like David Dean Burkhurt and TheLazyLazyMe. The past 12 months has seen Jye working closer with peers in the local scene, working as a producer/engineer and under various new monikers including Soft Porn. This will be the first Jye live set in 6 years with a new set specifically brought together for this night.
Kalopsia is the psychy dream pop/rock project of Naarm-based songwriter Maia Efstathis. Her sound is defined by her lush shoegazey guitars, groovy bass lines and soft airy verbed out vocals.
The EJ Wood project debuted last year with a series of performances across Australia and India. In addition to recording, mixing, and producing for various artists/bands, Wood is also a member of the noise-pop six-piece Strayfold.
Apr
24
8:00 PM20:00
Cat Crawl with Cold Regards and Assteroid
Kick off the long weekend with some local noise at everyone's favourite venue, Nighthawks.
After a hiatus, CAT CRAWL will return to the stage with a brand spanking new drummer and handful of new tracks. Like a very hungry caterpillar after eating too many snacks, we have been hibernating in our gothy cocoon and are itching to unveil our transformation for ya'll.
Feelin' moody? Feelin' dark and spooky? Coldwave duo COLD REGARDS have got you covered with their moody pop Casio-esque vibes. Can you dig this atmos?
Don't forget to wear your butterfly hairclips as you ride the grunge rocket into outer space, because ASSTEROID are serving steaming hot "space-pop" to cool your nerves.
Apr
21
6:30 PM18:30
Luke Morrison with Claudie Joy
Bio for show:
Naarm show APRIL 21! 🤹♂️
Luke Morrison will have Stella Prassi & Felix Torralbo by his sides on stage for the touring cello, trumpet, guitar trio with Caleb Lee on bass!
🎻🐈⬛🎺🐈🎸🦨
The Claudie Joy will also be sharing some of her magic on the night 🩵
Starting 7PM at Nighthawks Collingwood
See you there
#thegrouch #naarmmusic #trashrock #sardine #melbournelivemusic #gutterrock #trashbaby #naarmartist #instagram #grouchpop #sockmusic
Bio for Luke Morrison:
The music of Luke Morrison is bittersweet, with shows typically comprising of dissonant ballads and instrumental arrangements both charming and challenging. Often striking a melancholic chord, his work is influenced by the sounds of Roy Orbison, Elliot smith, and Arthur Russell as well as the tension, unpredictability, and uncertainty of classical music. The first single from his upcoming record ‘Polka Dots’ is titled ‘Mermaid Song’ and is set to come out along his Eastern States tour during April 2025, with ‘Melodie for Sara’ coming not long after. While typically a trio with Stella Prassi (cello) and Felix Torralbo (trumpet), Morrison has collaborated with artists internationally as he tours his shows like the cowboy/sailor.
Apr
20
6:00 PM18:00
DEAD with Trigger Object and Colostomy Baguette
Supported by the Victorian Government through the Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria delivered by Music Victoria.
Apr
19
8:00 PM20:00
Oceans with Lucys Disorder and Pearlies
Come join Oceans as they play their last show of 2025 before an extended hiatus at Nighthawks April 19.
Apr
18
8:00 PM20:00
The Med Heads with The Vovos and Fungas
Med heads are a fusion freak punk act from Newcastle Australia and are currently touring their soon to be released album - attenzione. It’s an album dedicated to the modern attention span for the modern human with modern problems.
Apr
17
8:00 PM20:00
Daisypicker ‘Birthday/Funeral’ single launch w/ Morag and Duncan Graham & The Way In!
Daisypicker are excited to share their new single 'Birthday/Funeral' with you at Nighthawks on Thursday 17th April! Joining them are ethereal and melodic folk outfit Morag as well as Duncan Graham & The Way In, who's cheeky lyrics, diaphanous harmonies and general adventurism will make your day.
Apr
13
7:00 PM19:00
ANGLERR LIVE AT NIGHTHAWKS + Arli & Misfitdeo
Fresh off their debut single 'Crab God' ANGLERR are making their rounds all across Melbourne with the launch at the legendary Nighthwaks for one hell of a night! With the amazing Arli and crazy Misfitdeo carrying the night, sundays have never been more hectic!! Get keen and bring ya ear plugs
ANGLERR is a rock n’ roll act combining Aussie punk rock with the 90’s Seattle grunge sound, incorporating classic punk motifs with a hint of noise rock and hardcore attitudes! Hailing from Melbourne’s eastern suburbs the band began in mid 2023 as simple riff based jams between Alex (Vocals / Bass) and Jayson (Drums / Backing vocals) Realising their songs had potential they hit the ground running playing local gigs all around Melbourne loud and proud! Discovering like minded bands and playing gigs all throughout 2024, with 2025 being even bigger! Launching their first single CRAB GOD in January to kick off the chaos that is ANGLERR… the angry fish band
Apr
12
8:00 PM20:00
Raccoon City (Kaurna/Adel) & Valve (Meanjin/Bris) w/ World Sick and Propaine
Post-Hardcore/Skramz mainstays Raccoon City (Kaurna/Adelaide) return to Naarm as part of their tour of their third album "Fugue" out through Dogknightproductions. Raccoon City create fevered and hard hitting Post-hardcore for fans of bands such as Pianos Become The Teeth and At The Drive-In. Joining them is Valve (Meanjin/Brisbane) Noise Rock/Post-hardcore off the back of their latest single out through Team Glasses Records. Also playing is the Expansive and Heavy World Sick and the Emocore and Impactful longing of Propaine at Nighthawks. $15 online and $20 on the door
Apr
12
4:00 PM16:00
Bianca Hosking Debut Live Show
Bianca Hosking is a singer-songwriter out of Melbourne Australia. For her, writing comes from the subconscious and every moment throughout can be a moment of discovery. Bianca has always wanted to be a storyteller, gravitating towards artists like Taylor Swift, whom she points to as the reason for picking up a guitar as a young girl. Since then, writing songs has always been what she wanted to do.
Apr
10
8:00 PM20:00
SOPHISTICATED DINGO 'MESS ME AROUND' SINGLE LAUNCH - STRIPPED BACK SHOW
Hello! Sophisticated Dingo here. Keen to release a new song called Mess Me Around. Keen to play a show for it too. Going to do something special and play a stripped back set because Jimmy broke his ankle. Poor Jimmy.
Looking forward to playing some songs a little softer in the cozy surrounds of the Nighthawks band room. Great bar. Bad Yoke on support too for their first ever show so that will be great. Come through. Here are some more conventional musings on the new song:
Mess Me Around is about being let down by those you rely on. An anthemic cry of pain when your partner won’t hold up their end of the bargain. Hurt compounds because so much good in your relationship led you to depend on them. Sadly they don’t care enough to make sure you both achieve what you are working towards. The song appeals to inspire action but also concedes that resistance to a doomed partnership may be futile. “I know who you are” and you may never change.
Sophisticated Dingo is a Garage Rock duo from Melbourne, Australia. Friends since adolescence Jimmy and Lew write songs that are a punch in the face you can relate to.
Relentless touring with JET, Polish Club, The Terrys, Beddy Rays, Press Club and Dear Seattle, sees the road-worn Sophisticated Dingo ready to share their new single ‘Mess Me Around’. The anthemic cry of pain begs for support from an absent partner when achieving a dream lies in jeopardy.
The song features on an EP to be released in 2025. Following much revered singles including Radio On, Morning View and Day In The Life.
Apr
6
5:00 PM17:00
Sugargum with Harry & The Ettes and Tractor Beams
A night to celebrate the 2nd single release from Melbourne band Sugargum. with support from two amazing bands, Harry & The Ettes, Tractor Beams
Apr
5
8:00 PM20:00
Going Swimming with Special Guest and The Earthquakes
Going Swimming, Melbourne's primary purveyors of "surf music for people who hate the beach" are hitting up the Nighthawks stage for their first show of 2025. It's set to be a wild one with Special Guest and The Earthquakes setting the tone.
Apr
5
3:30 PM15:30
Flower Extract Live at Nighthawks w/ Pretty Stooked
Flower Extract return to Wurundjeri country for a very special, intimate matinee at Nighthawks in Collingwood. They will be joined by kiwi exports Pretty Stooked for two hours of Saturday afternoon madness. Tickets are extremely limited and retail at $10-12 presale. Get. In. Quick.
Hailing from the east coast of lutruwita/Tassie, Flower Extract are a distinctly vandemonian indie-psych-rock quartet who now operate between nipaluna/Hobart and naarm/Melbourne. Musically they create a sound that is unique yet familiar, and have a reputation for energetic, spontaneous, and occasionally nonsensical live shows.
On the streets they are known for their C-grade stage banter, B-grade indie-psych-rock, and A-grade friendship. Their typically Tasmanian, heads-screwed-on approach has seen them release a swath of music (including a 14 track extended edition of their debut EP - Natural Press), play some notable sets at festivals like Party in the Paddock, The Great Escape, and Bonzaki, and support mainlanders like The Grogans and Johnny Hunter.
They now turn their attention to bigger fish, with a list of 2025 new year resolutions including - release some music, play some shows, self actualisation, and learn how to make coffee like they do in Melbourne.
In conclusion - “mum reckons we sound like the 80’s, but just the good bits”.
This show is proudly presented by Oyster Botanics, a lutruwita based community record label. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the land on which this event is held. It always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.
Apr
4
8:00 PM20:00
TOTAL BUZZKILL, DEADWEIGHT 80 and GLOW
Off the back of their latest release “False Hopes”, Metalcore powerhouse Total Buzzkill bring their high energy live show to Melbourne with a huge night of heavy music at Nighthawks. Joined by hometown heavyweights Deadweight 80 and Glow, this show is not one to be missed. Limited tickets so get in fast.
Friday 04/04/25
Doors open 8:15pm
Tickets 🎫
Apr
3
8:00 PM20:00
RHODEN. - "OUT OF MY HEAD" LAUNCH
After a long hiatus and an anticipated rebrand, rhoden. is back and ready to kick into high gear! To celebrate the release of his new single "OUT OF MY HEAD", rhoden. invites you to his biggest show yet. Sporting a set filled with new music and supported by his amazing band this is a night you DO NOT wanna miss!
"OUT OF MY HEAD" is a dynamic synth-pop anthem blending heartfelt vulnerability with an infectious modern pop edge, reminiscent of Lauv and The 1975. With emotionally charged lyrics about breaking free from toxic relationships, the song delivers a cathartic punch through vibrant production and a hook that'll scratch your brain itch.
rhoden. crafts a distinctive soundscape that fuses heartfelt, relatable lyrics with irresistible melodies. Effortlessly blending the fresh energy of modern indie-pop with the nostalgic charm of synth-pop, rhoden. creates songs that are both deeply personal and irresistibly uplifting. Unique yet warmly familiar, rhoden.’s music invites listeners to connect and resonate on every level.
With electric support sets from drest and Rex this is going to be night you will not soon forget.
drest represents a melting pot of pop, indie, rock and rap influences - in what has been
described by Triple J as ‘dear diary’ music representative of the daily POV of living as an
early-20s youth in today’s Australia. Growing up in the small country town of Finley in regional NSW, drest moved to the bright lights of Melbourne as a teenager to chase his musical dreams - which has already paid dividends, seeing the young songwriter tour nationally with 360, work with renowned superstar producer Tyron Hapi and sell out multiple headline shows in his adopted hometown of Melbourne. drest has a story to tell and that story is only going to become more captivating.
REX is an experimental pop artist out of Melbourne, Australia. Having had a professional career in dance before pivoting to music, REX has been surrounded closely by music and movement her entire life, and strives to bring her passion for dance into her on stage performances. REX was born for the stage and will take you on a journey from emotional and delicate tracks, into hard hitting pop hits.
Mar
30
5:00 PM17:00
Spy Fox Six, with Darcy Fox and The Moment Killer
On the heels of showcase and festival appearances SPY FOX SIX head to Nighthawks to share a special show with guests Darcy Fox and The Moment Killer. Upbeat sounds with downbeat lyrics are ensured.
Spy Fox Six is the sound of four friends that grew up listening to their parents
New Order, Cocteau Twins, and Kitchens of distinction records, then bonded over a shared love of The War on drugs, Four Tet and M83.
Mar
29
8:00 PM20:00
DOUBLE-BARREL MEGADOOB EP LAUNCH w/ Thallium & Serpentry
DOUBLE-BARREL MEGADOOB will be performing their debut EP in full, guaranteed to leave their audience high as a flying doob with epic breakdowns, screeching vocals and fast groovy riffs. Formed in 2023, the 4 piece progressive stoner/doom group have re-birthed the American weed metal sound we all love into their own 'Doob Metal' sound.
Sharing the stage are Thallium providing a pure assault of untamed, animalistic death/thrash ferocity. Drawing influences from acts such as Death, Slayer, Autopsy, Dark Angel and Cryptopsy. September 2023 saw the release of their debut EP Punitive Desire. Thallium are currently working on their follow up full length album to be released in the coming months.
As well as Serpentry.
Mar
29
2:00 PM14:00
