Ally Oop MGMT presents Superdiver with special guests Leipzig Lab and Empirical Prey at Bar 303 Friday 14 November Bar 303.
TICKETS
15$ PRESALE | 20$ AT THE DOOR
Pre-Sale available soon.
It's been 10 years since Tom played his first ever gig, so to celebrate we're taking it back to where it all began: the lovely Bar 303! A short and sweet gig kicking off at exactly 6pm with support from the excellent Grace King, plus more guests tba!
Then Tom and the gang (tm) will be serenading everybody with tasteful tunes, silly stories and mildly rocking mayhem for all ages to enjoy! Expect old faves, new nonsense and all kinds of musical meanderings along the way. Basically we're just really really excited to play this special lil' show for you all
Free entry, so we'll see ya there no doubt!
(Unless No Doubt are in town, which in that case you're excused.)
Rudi Sound System returns to Bar 303 for a night of deep selections and heavyweight sound with our last session with the soundsystem for this year joined by the baaad bad @sasquatchsoundsystem who’s been deep into production lately. Expect some very original tunes.
Bringing the full spectrum of roots reggae, dub, steppers, UK garage and jungle, Rudi Sound delivers a true sound system experience. Expect warm analogue textures, heavy basslines and a dancefloor guided by rhythm and community.
Built and run by local crew with a love for deep sound culture, the Rudi Sound rig is designed to move both body and soul.
8pm to 1am
FREE ENTRY
Bohjass JasshuB: A celebrated tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge, and soul.
Although Currently on a seasonal break Bohjass will return for one of its special nights on 10 + 17 Nov 2025.
$5 Cash Entry
7.00 PM start
The Yarra Banks Jam happening every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, featuring our totally pimped out house band of salty Melbourne sea dogs [not actually salty, or sea dogs...a little bit salty maybe.]
Bring your horn, guitar, sticks or whatever else you can make noise with down to Bar 303 and scratch that soul, blues, jazz and funk itch you know you have, before it turns into a rash.
Sign up at 8pm - Play ‘till late!
FREE ENTRY
RESIDENCY Every Wednesday in November
Melbourne-based trumpeter Marley Del Prete brings his signature blend of spiritual jazz and free improvisation to 303 for a special four-week residency this November. Drawing on influences like Don Cherry, Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders, Marley’s performances are rich in melodic exploration, trance-like grooves, and spontaneous ensemble interplay.
Each week will feature a unique lineup of some of Melbourne’s most adventurous improvisers, offering fresh interpretations and evolving soundscapes across the month.
This residency follows the release of Marley’s acclaimed debut album Movement, and his powerful new single “Sacred Heart / Sama” featuring UK saxophonist Nat Birchall — expanding his sonic universe into deeper devotional territory.
Expect meditative moments, fiery interplay, and a celebration of live improvisation in the 303 front bar.
Wishbone is a Naarm-based project featuring Zeb Vescio (guitars), Holly Moore (saxophones), Luke Andresen (drums) and Robbie Finch (bass). For their debut 303 performance they will be presenting original compositions developed together as an ensemble that reflect the openness, hope, and lightness of childhood.
Ashley Ballat (she/her) is a Melbourne/Naarm based emerging artist working as a trumpet player, improvisor and composer. Her musical passion lies in exploring collective improvisation that builds upon sound manipulation, layered textures, and the collision of eclectic musical genres. Her solo project features her using an effects board and unconventional trumpet sounds to create ambient soundscapes, and haunting melodies.
GET TIX HERE https://www.trybooking.com/DHGNK
Szara Fox is a European singer–songstress weaving nomadic spells through her songs, a mystical fusion with Flamenco fire and Balkan soul. With her band, the Midnight Secrets, she conjures a flaming temple of sound, where rhythm dances with spirit and melody becomes a vessel for transcendence and wild freedom.
At the heart of this alchemy are Nico Di Stefano’s spellbinding lead guitar, Andrew Darling’s fiery and evocative trumpet, and soaring vocals, the deep and grounding resonance of Michael Arvanitakis on double bass, and the primal pulse of Roderick McLeod on drums.
Their performances are more than concerts—they are rituals of sound, enchanting audiences at Newstead Live Music Festival, Folk Rhythm & Life Festival, Renaissance Festival, Healesville Music Festival, and many more, leaving trails of wonder in their wake.
SFTU is a long-running series of acoustic shows where Joe Guiton (Sidesplitter, Suidicde Tuesdays) interviews and duets with local songwriters, unpacking the stories and processes behind the songs and craft. This week, Joe is playing with his long-time friend and collaborator Simon Barlow (Guitarlow, Suicide Tuesdays). Some new songs, some old songs and possibly some WAY old songs across their 20 years friendship.
Step into an evening of acoustic roots, electronic fire, and mystic transformation. Experience a night where live instrumentation blends seamlessly with deep electronic soundscapes. Expect world, neo classical, electronica, melodic house and world bass.
Alchemy Duo
Jordan Scotney
Michael Arvanitakis
Roshin
Mickey Space
Jay Birchall (guitar)
A great night of stand up comedy featuring some of the best acts going around Melbourne happening every last Tuesday of the month at the iconic Bar 303 in Northcote.
Line up to be anounced soon.
Come for the laughs, stay for the vibes with FREE ENTRY and CHEAP DRINKS all night
RESIDENCY Every Wednesday in November
Melbourne-based trumpeter Marley Del Prete brings his signature blend of spiritual jazz and free improvisation to 303 for a special four-week residency this November. Drawing on influences like Don Cherry, Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders, Marley’s performances are rich in melodic exploration, trance-like grooves, and spontaneous ensemble interplay.
Each week will feature a unique lineup of some of Melbourne’s most adventurous improvisers, offering fresh interpretations and evolving soundscapes across the month.
This residency follows the release of Marley’s acclaimed debut album Movement, and his powerful new single “Sacred Heart / Sama” featuring UK saxophonist Nat Birchall — expanding his sonic universe into deeper devotional territory.
Expect meditative moments, fiery interplay, and a celebration of live improvisation in the 303 front bar.
Introducing the Shackmen. A very rare coming together of old friends who happen to make up one of the best rhythm sections in the country. The engine room of legendary Melbourne funk gods The Bamboos for 10 years, they are now the mystical unicorn of funk rhythm sections. Featuring Ben Grayson (Hammond), Lance Ferguson (Guitar), Yuri Pavlinov (bass) & Daniel Farrugia (drums). A special gig not to be missed! Tix $20 on the door
Ben Grayson - Hammond Organ
Yuri Pavlinov - Bass
Daniel Farrugia - Drums
Lance Ferguson - Guitar
2 sets, 9pm -11pm
$20 cash entry
Join us for a night of brand new tunes and good vibes with the crew from Headphones Jones & Belly Savalas at the Bar 303 bandroom. Hear the stories behind new material, witness the creative process and participate in the development of their upcoming album.
Audience participation encouraged, with interactive activities, craft stations and feedback sheets. Snuggle into a couch and close your eyes, or move your body to the groove - this night will be a choose your own adventure of the best kind.
See you there!
Doors 8pm
$10 entry
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Belly Savalas
"A tight-knit soul-ship sailing through an ocean of jazz and belly laughs. The Bellies’ mission has been to share their sophisticated gentle-funk in community and on the stage - which they have done time and time again, from Tablelands Folk Festival, to Folk Rhythm and Life, to playing a packed out album launch at the John Curtin to playing a showcase at The National Folk Festival."
Headphones Jones
"Pack your suitcase for adventure! Funk explorers Headphones Jones serve up tasty grooves with a blend of Funk, Nigerian Afrobeat and Afro-Latin styles. With a reputation for high energy performances featuring both vocal and instrumental tunes, the 9-piece dance band invite you on a journey to move your feet and your heart. Watch out for colourful antics, big horns and driving rhythms. Dress loud, dance hard.”
The Dozeytones are a 6 piece Melbourne based trad jazz group. They enjoy playing classic New Orleans trad tunes as well as Australian trad tunes from artists such as John Scurry and Allan Browne. The band is known for their energetic collective sound, and are super passionate about keeping this genre alive in the Melbourne scene, especially amongst younger folk!
Catch the Dozeytones performing at bar 303 on October 25th! Join us for a night of swinging trad jazz and fun vibes.
Cornet - Yael Marks
Clarinet - Jamie Holmes
Trombone - Ashling O’Farrell
Piano - Saffi Campbell Walker
Washboard - Rupesh Bankar
Guitar - Samuel Mazzotta
Sousaphone - Josh Mackie
GET TIX HERE
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-dozeytones-at-bar-303-tickets-1967583063910
Homebass is coming back to Bar 303 with another heavy session of bass and beats.
We’re gearing up to bring you a night full of deep rolling pressure and unclassifiable beat science with a massive line up to be announced soon. Expect precision sound, no compromise energy, and all the vibes you know and love.
FREE ENTRY before 10PM tickets must be booked online in advance.
The Yarra Banks Jam happening every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, featuring our totally pimped out house band of salty Melbourne sea dogs [not actually salty, or sea dogs...a little bit salty maybe.]
Bring your horn, guitar, sticks or whatever else you can make noise with down to Bar 303 and scratch that soul, blues, jazz and funk itch you know you have, before it turns into a rash.
Sign up at 8pm - Play ‘till late!
FREE ENTRY
2 sets, 9pm - 11pm
Tix $20 (cash only) on the door.
Get ready to groove to forró at Bar 303 in Melbourne, as Fuá da Tita brings Brazilian rhythms, lively beats, and an unforgettable dance party! Don't miss it!
Fuá da Tita is a Naarm (Melbourne) - based forró band channelling the vibrant pulse of Brazil’s northeast. With roots in xote, xaxado, baião and arrasta-pé, our music is rhythmic, joyful and deeply connected to tradition. Influenced by icons like Luiz Gonzaga, Dominguinhos, Trio Nordestino, Os 3 do Nordeste… the band delivers high-energy sets that celebrate forró’s true essence: music made to dance.
Their contagious grooves and rich instrumental arrangements invite everyone - dancers or not - to move their bodies.
Whether it be at festivals or intimate venues, Fuá da Tita brings people together through rhythm, community and joy.
Klub MUK is an Open Uke Stage the second Tuesday of each month at 303. Hosted by the Melbourne Ukulele Kollective (M.U.K.) an open-armed gaggle of ukers of all ages and persuasions, each equipped with only four strings and the truth! With small egos and big dreams, they're on a crusade to bring the greatest glory to the humblest of instruments and put music back into the hands and hearts of the people.
The first ukulele group in Australia, the Melbourne Ukulele Kollective is still boldly going where no ukuleles have gone before. The “muk” is open to all who wish to join her, regardless of experience, and they delight in crossing borders, smashing boundaries and raising the humble ukulele to new heights! They perform in Art and Music Festivals, pubs, race courses, parks, theatres, schools and on the streets. In 2004 they proclaimed that the Ukulele Revolution had arrived. They now proclaim its glorious victory!
Come early if you want to get your name on the list!
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH!!
7:30pm, Free
www.muk.com.au
Jazz meets Rock - From Australia's smallest orchestra, using elements of modern jazz, rock, Latin and funk, you will hear four guys produce a sound that is greater than the sum of their individual inputs. This is a unique experience in instrumental music.
Ron Anderson - Sax and Flute
Mike Hirsh - Drums
Ben Harmsen - Bass
Geoff Spooner - Guitar
Photo by Kevin Blaze
FREE ENTRY
The Yarra Banks Jam happening every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, featuring our totally pimped out house band of salty Melbourne sea dogs [not actually salty, or sea dogs...a little bit salty maybe.]
Bring your horn, guitar, sticks or whatever else you can make noise with down to Bar 303 and scratch that soul, blues, jazz and funk itch you know you have, before it turns into a rash.
Sign up at 8pm - Play ‘till late!
FREE ENTRY
'Kickin' The B' at 303. feat Cookin’ On 3 Burners
Hammond drenched tunes of funky deep soul grooves.
Jake Mason (Hammond)
Dan West (Guitar)
Ivan “Choi” Khatchoyan (Drums)
8pm doors, $20 cash entry
A night of sweet soul and dirty floor funk is guaranteed from Australia’s hardest hitting Hammond Organ trio Cookin’ On 3 Burners. In true fashion, the show is set to be all live and full of vibe – with Ivan “Choi” Khatchoyan keeping those drum breaks tighter than a mosquito’s tweeter, Jake Mason making the Hammond swell and scream and Dan West twanging his guitar like a boss. They will be featuring hammond drenched tunes from all their recent releases - including Lab Experiments vol 2: Adventures in Science, plus all their funky favourites.....and yours too!! Tix $20 (cash only) on the door.
Tonight: PSI - PHI (Sci Fi)
Returning to Australia’s ONLY regular Hammond night, PSI PHI (“sci-fi”), features Sam Cope (Blue King Brown, Buttered Loaf, The Badloves) on Hammond/keyboards/vocals, Ryan Monro (The Cat Empire, The Meltdown) on bass, Kumar Shome (The Punkawallahs, Mad Vantage, Ajax Kwai) on guitar and Will Hull-Brown (The Cat Empire) on drums. They blend a selection of covers with a growing repertoire of originals, drawing inspiration from the gods and monsters of 70s-era prog and classic rock as well as more modern incarnations, with an appropriate level of musical virtuosity and intensity. Expect anything from Floyd to Focus; Yes to Sabbath; Deep Purple to Justice and everything in-between, and some truly monstrous, organ-driven grooves.
The Thursday Hammond Sessions - Kickin The B at 303 are presented on the first and last Thursdays of each month The Leslie will be spinning and the tone wheels in the mighty vintage B3 style Hammond Organ will be grinding .
8pm doors, $20.
LUME is a monthly residency at Bar 303 that features some of the most exciting emerging female and gender diverse musicians in the Australian music scene.
8pm - Natasha Lowe - Natasha’s compositions thrive around storytelling, primarily written initially vocally to then be transferred to saxophone. Taking inspiration from Audrey Powne, Ckallebe Mendes, and Joe Tatton, she uses traditional jazz instrumentation to bring a modern and unique sound to her playing. Working with her quintet comprised of piano, electric bass, drums, trombone, and tenor sax, she puts an emphasis on performing interactively and with intent. Natasha Lowe aims to highlight both section playing through her melodies, and improvised and supportive rhythm section playing. After gaining experience in the industry over the last few years, she now works on recording and releasing her debut album. Natasha Lowe Quintet Featuring- Natasha Lowe- Tenor Saxophone Shalin Bigwood- Trombone Harry Lentell- Drums Hanley Rorke- Electric Bass Saffi Campbell Walker- Piano
9pm - Anja Duiker - emerging artist coming from the jazz and improvising world at VCA (Victorian College of the Arts), and has learnt under Gian Slater, Sunny Kim, Michelle Nicolle, some of Australia's great improvising vocalists. Although coming from a strong jazz background, Anja is taking her creativity to expand her musical horizons through her original compositions, being inspired from many genres, such as folk, soul and wider contemporary music.
Tix are $15 on the door or pay as you can! Everyone is welcome!
For updates on LUME follow @lume.303 on insta!
RESIDENCY Every Wednesday in November
Melbourne-based trumpeter Marley Del Prete brings his signature blend of spiritual jazz and free improvisation to 303 for a special four-week residency this November. Drawing on influences like Don Cherry, Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders, Marley’s performances are rich in melodic exploration, trance-like grooves, and spontaneous ensemble interplay.
Each week will feature a unique lineup of some of Melbourne’s most adventurous improvisers, offering fresh interpretations and evolving soundscapes across the month.
This residency follows the release of Marley’s acclaimed debut album Movement, and his powerful new single “Sacred Heart / Sama” featuring UK saxophonist Nat Birchall — expanding his sonic universe into deeper devotional territory.
Expect meditative moments, fiery interplay, and a celebration of live improvisation in the 303 front bar.
Klub MUK is an Open Uke Stage the second Tuesday of each month at 303. Hosted by the Melbourne Ukulele Kollective (M.U.K.) an open-armed gaggle of ukers of all ages and persuasions, each equipped with only four strings and the truth! With small egos and big dreams, they're on a crusade to bring the greatest glory to the humblest of instruments and put music back into the hands and hearts of the people.
The first ukulele group in Australia, the Melbourne Ukulele Kollective is still boldly going where no ukuleles have gone before. The “muk” is open to all who wish to join her, regardless of experience, and they delight in crossing borders, smashing boundaries and raising the humble ukulele to new heights! They perform in Art and Music Festivals, pubs, race courses, parks, theatres, schools and on the streets. In 2004 they proclaimed that the Ukulele Revolution had arrived. They now proclaim its glorious victory!
Come early if you want to get your name on the list!
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH!!
7:30pm, Free
www.muk.com.au
Bohjass JasshuB: A celebrated tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge, and soul.
Although Currently on a seasonal break Bohjass will return for one of its special nights on 10 + 17 Nov 2025.
6.00 pm - Yurodivye
the beautiful sounds of yurodivye playing easdtern european love song, ballads, some balkan and bossa nova
8.00 pm - Ben Carr Quartet
Ben Carr - sax, Adam King - drums, Tom Fryer - guitar & Philip Rex - Bass
Is it safe to call a band a pack of werewolves or say that sonically the music aligns with Peter Brotzmann's Machine Gun album, Anthony Braxton's Five New Pieces album, Elliott Carter's First String Quartet and James Blood Ulmer's Black Rock album? Maybe not, it just isn't safe, that's for sure!
9.30 pm - Bohjass
back in the hood and gunna get loud and gruesome with big tunes and great players
$5 Cash Entry
Let’s create a safe community space together, allow yourself to just be, we are waiting for you!
This festival/gathering invites people to come together and remember: We are STILL collective beings, and sharing space, food, stories and presence can truly make a difference in everyday life. All ages welcome!
5pm - Doors Open / Welcome
6:00 - Wintana
7:00 - Circle Songs Workshop (for all, no experience needed)
8:00 - Freedom Fly
8:45 - Jam: Ruin your song
9:30 - Jag
10:15 - Miguel Palmeira + band
11:00 - Release the pressure - Open Dancefloor
12:00 - Event Close
Plus - Live Graffiti by Bula Temporaria / Liquid Light Visual Exp. by MiaüK / Guided Meditation by Sarah de La Cerda / Free food
Free for Mob/Blak/First Nations
Get ready to groove to forró at Bar 303 in Melbourne, as Fuá da Tita brings Brazilian rhythms, lively beats, and an unforgettable dance party! Don't miss it!
Fuá da Tita is a Naarm (Melbourne) - based forró band channelling the vibrant pulse of Brazil’s northeast. With roots in xote, xaxado, baião and arrasta-pé, our music is rhythmic, joyful and deeply connected to tradition. Influenced by icons like Luiz Gonzaga, Dominguinhos, Trio Nordestino, Os 3 do Nordeste… the band delivers high-energy sets that celebrate forró’s true essence: music made to dance.
Their contagious grooves and rich instrumental arrangements invite everyone - dancers or not - to move their bodies.
Whether it be at festivals or intimate venues, Fuá da Tita brings people together through rhythm, community and joy.
The Calabrians
Melbourne's newest hard rock band The Calabrians are keen to show what they’ve got. Co founder Pip Pupillo has spent the last 35+ years fronting veteran Alt country/rock band The T-bones, but decided at age 56 to start a hard rock band with his old buddy Baz Valance. Valance is a slick guitarist with a metal background and Pupillo says the combination of his rough style with the slickness of Valance has produced something special. Influences range from AC/DC to the Sunnyboys to Radiobirdman and REM and their sound posses that uniquely Australian hard rock edge. The Calabrians are here.
free entry
PSI PHI is back at 303 for Australia’s only regular Hammond feature night. Two sets from 9 - don’t miss it!
Drawing inspiration from the gatefold-era of 70s prog and psych rock hedonistic excess, PSI PHI is Sam Cope on Hammond & keys (Blue King Brown, The Badloves), Kumar Shome on guitar (The Punkawallas, Ajax Kwai), Will Hull-Brown on drums (The Cat Empire) and Ryan Monro on bass (The Cat Empire, The Meltdown). This supergroup boasts a burgeoning repertoire of originals, blended with some iconic and formidable covers. PSI PHI evoke the gods & monsters of the golden age of rock with virtuosity and intensity.
RESIDENCY Every Wednesday in November
Melbourne-based trumpeter Marley Del Prete brings his signature blend of spiritual jazz and free improvisation to 303 for a special four-week residency this November. Drawing on influences like Don Cherry, Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders, Marley’s performances are rich in melodic exploration, trance-like grooves, and spontaneous ensemble interplay.
Each week will feature a unique lineup of some of Melbourne’s most adventurous improvisers, offering fresh interpretations and evolving soundscapes across the month.
This residency follows the release of Marley’s acclaimed debut album Movement, and his powerful new single “Sacred Heart / Sama” featuring UK saxophonist Nat Birchall — expanding his sonic universe into deeper devotional territory.
Expect meditative moments, fiery interplay, and a celebration of live improvisation in the 303 front bar.
The Yarra Banks Jam happening every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, featuring our totally pimped out house band of salty Melbourne sea dogs [not actually salty, or sea dogs...a little bit salty maybe.]
Bring your horn, guitar, sticks or whatever else you can make noise with down to Bar 303 and scratch that soul, blues, jazz and funk itch you know you have, before it turns into a rash.
Sign up at 8pm - Play ‘till late!
FREE ENTRY
Tommy D Tommee D Melbourne new Vinyl Launch and Tender Thorns new Ep Launch!!
Tommy D Tommee D
Tender Thorns
Black Wattle Witches
Bas$ik B!tch
Dërty Bërd
Tommy D Tommee D: Australian positive passionate groover plays psychedelic party-rock and folk/rock/electronica. September 2025 will see the launch of their new vinyl release.
A solo show will feature the sounds of live guitar and vocals performing folk, rock, worldly, bluesy and jazzy, fleshed out with electronic beats and synths.
A band show will incorporate live drums and horns into this mix.
Tommy also performs on drums with Ungus Ungus Ungus and the Erik Parker Band.
Self produced recordings are on all streamers and bandcamp, and gig reels on youtube and instagram.
Bandcamp - https://tommydtommeed.bandcamp.com/album/imaginia-magnifia-reviva
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tommydtommeed/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tommydtommeed
Tender Thorns
Lo-fi home-made jazztronic downtempo chill
Now with 2 EPs out, and two more very close to release. It's a place for play/ sonic exploration.
Embrace your inner alien. In this time of robots making art for us, strive to be inimitable.
Bandcamp - https://tenderthorns.bandcamp.com/
Pinko Collective is a community organisation that aims to help build a strong community and support postive mental health. It does this by connecting people through music.
The goal is simple. Join us to watch or participate in one of our six weekly gatherings where local musicians, both accomplished and amateur, get up to showcase a small set of songs infront of a supportive audience.
It was born our of the Westgarth Idol - a fundraising event for Westgarth Primary - over 15 years ago and is made up of people who are both directly and indirectly linked to local school communities.
Got a song you've always wanted to sing?
As it's a collective, we have a bunch of willing collaborators for any song you may have in mind, so please contact us if you have something in mind you'd like to do?
We're not an open-mic, or a karaoke session, but if you have a direct or indirect link to members of the Collective, you can contact us to play! We particularly encourage women to put their hands up!
Our aim is to build social connection across the community using music as a means to gather together regularly.
Sign up via pinkosessions@gmail.com or just drop in for a pint or for a squiz of the live music.
Come and enjoy the loungey, Saturday arvo vibe! xxxx
Free entry!
SPOOK FEST returns to Bar 303 Northcote on Friday 31st Oct - featuring bands, art, prizes for best costume, poetry, trick or treating & much more...
Your host the one and only GIRL "FREAKY" FRIDAY will take you on a magical mystery trip on the night when the veil between the worlds is thinnest...
Featuring:
TERRYIFYING BANDS:
THE PHOSPHENES create imperfect three-minute pop songs from a standard dysfunctional rock line-up (with added harmonica for your convenience) that - replete with catchy hooks and upbeat rhythms, armed with poignant and quirky humour, and dripping in vocal harmonies – stick in your head and rewire your brain.
THUNDABOX is an Australian punk rock band formed in Sydney in 2003. They're known for their high-energy live performances and "Aussie Beer Punk" sound, blending pub punk and dirty rock 'n' roll. The band consists of members Pete, Shelfy, Muc, and Imantz, with a discography including 4 LPs and 2 EPs. They're popular in Australia's music scene, especially in Melbourne, and have shared stages with notable bands. Thundabox is also associated with Pete Thorn, a musician and YouTube personality, but in this context, it refers to the band.
ANNUAL LEAF are from Melbourne, Matt, Mel, Paul and Billy bring you jangle fizz antipodean cocktails for your ears.
VICUNA COAT TRIO Some songs refuse to stay buried. Edwin Gordo and Kat from Vicuna Coat rise again this Halloween, prying open the coffin of their long-silenced originals. Expect ghostly riffs, undead choruses, and melodies that should probably have been left in the crypt. They’ll drag you along, kicking and screaming, to dance on the grave of their own catalogue.
ILL-GOTTEN BOOTY Ill-Gotten Booty also stubbornly refuse to stay buried…originally the creative child of Mary Stone (lead vocals) and Clare Bligh (keys) the duo added the fantastic talents of Brendan Gray (guitar, vocals) and Ash Jones (violin, mandolin, vocals and pretty much everything). They have traversed distance (Cape Otway playing live to the original Ned Kelly in a koala park, country NSW and most inner Melbourne haunts) and genre – folk, punk, rock, country…and spooky gothic. This is their first show since 2021.
SPOOKY POETS...
STEVE SMART, EDDY BURGER. PAN MAN
UNSETTLING ARTISTS:
JACK HANNIGAN, CARLY HOUSIAUX, JO KIERNAN, EDDY BURGER, HANNAH TULBERG, ALYSSA MCBAIN, MATT BRUORTON, TIM EVANS, LAUREN WICKS, CLARE BLIGH
Doors at 7pm.
Bands from 7.30pm to 11.30pm
$15 + b.f in advance/$20 on the door
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/halloween-spook-fest-at-bar-303
Cold Snap have been igniting stages since 2007 with their explosive blend of blues, funk, soul, and R&B. Fronted by powerhouse husband-and-wife team Joe and Sonia Valenti, this six-piece delivers high-energy shows full of passion and high-energy.
For this special Hammond Session, all eyes (and ears) turn to keyboardist Rob D’Alessandro, whose passion for the Hammond organ brings grit, soul, and swirling intensity to Cold Snap’s sound. From greasy blues riffs to soaring solos, Rob channels the spirit of the Hammond tradition while lifting the band to electrifying heights.
Fresh from being named runners-up in the 2025 MBAS Blues Challenge, narrowly missing out on representing Melbourne in Memphis; Cold Snap continue to prove why they’re among Melbourne’s finest live acts - tight, dynamic, and always unforgettable.
Doors: 8:00 PM
Showtime: 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
$20 cash entry
Julien Wilson returns to Bar 303 this October for a special Wednesday night series (excl. 8 Oct) showcasing some of his most exciting projects and featuring some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians.
For nearly three decades Julien Wilson has been an exciting and integral member of the Australian Jazz Scene. His tenor saxophone style can cover an incredibly broad stylistic and emotional range and is featured on over 80 albums. He has received a number of prestigious awards, both personally and as an integral member of a variety of critically acclaimed co-operative bands. In 2013 he formed Lionsharecords to release and distribute his own recordings. His work with the label was recognised by the 2015 APRA Art Music Award for EXCELLENCE IN JAZZ.
$20, 8pm
A great night of stand up comedy featuring some of the best acts going around Melbourne happening every last Tuesday of the month at the iconic Bar 303 in Northcote.
Line up to be anounced soon.
Come for the laughs, stay for the vibes with FREE ENTRY and CHEAP DRINKS all night
Homebass is coming back to Bar 303 with another heavy session of bass and beats.
We’re gearing up to bring you a night full of deep rolling pressure and unclassifiable beat science with a massive line up to be announced soon. Expect precision sound, no compromise energy, and all the vibes you know and love.
FREE ENTRY before 10PM tickets must be booked online in advance.
An evening acoustic session with Sonia Serin and Cate Taylor.
Both Sonia and Cate are prolific songwriters. Be prepared for an afternoon of vulnerability searing voices and showstopping guitar playing.
Sonia Serin has had the opportunity of performing with an impressive list of musicians. From her early days of playing at the Fret Festival [Brisbane]. Sonia has supported Pete Murray, Diana Anaid, Hyske, Gorgonzolla; and shared the stages with artists Nikolaine and Nathanael Martin, Matt Nelson, John Langham, Steve Morrison, Robert Michael Kay (London) and The Mason Rack band. She has previously performed at Woodford Folk Festival,Camden Calling (UK) Kirra music Festival and the Gold Coast folk festivals. In addition to this Sonia has previously headlined many venues throughout her time living in the, UK/London : The Ronnie Scott Bar, The Spice of Life, Camden Callings: The Enterprise, The Courtyard and The Stage Door.
Described as a ‘stella guitarist, emotive piano player and a bit of a technical whiz behind the drum kit,’ (Proud Camden, London). Sonia’s style of playing is a swift collation of sophisticated fusion, eccentric, upbeat and soul.
$10 at the door
Academy Drive are coming to 303 to celebrate the release of their brand-new single ‘VOWELS’ supported by the incredible Sugargum and Scarlett Mitch.
Expect catchy original tunes, heartfelt performances and the kind of night that reminds you why live music matters. Come support the release, bring your mates and get ready for something special.
Academy Drive is an indie rock band from Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, made up of four close-knit friends (Ethan, Ali, Keeran, and James) who first crossed paths at university. Blending driving guitar lines with heartfelt lyrics and dynamic rhythms, the band delivers a sound that’s both raw and melodic. With a shared passion for storytelling and high-energy performances, Academy Drive brings an authentic edge to the local indie scene. @academy.drive
Sugargum delivers a distinct sound that’s hard to box in but easy to love — fusing classic rock influences with modern indie sensibilities in an experimental yet grounded way. @sugargumband
Scarlett Mitch is a Melbourne-based musician blending the soul of rock with the heart of Americana and country. Her songs explore heartbreak, overthinking, and the messy journey of self-discovery, delivered with raw honesty and emotional power. Think Amy Winehouse meets Olivia Rodrigo unfiltered, expressive, and unforgettable. @scarlett_mitch
suds n frenz: "if punk and bossa had a baby"
a band of 3 friends: Olivia Brasil, Sophie Dahm and Miguel Palmeira w Pat Foley guesting on drums
suds n frenz are stoked to share the night with Jag and Bibi
Jag: Jag is a raw, genre-bending musician from Melbourne. Incorporating elements of spoken word, effortless phrasing and grit, she engages with audiences in a fearless and eager manner. The Artist In Question, her current outsider-soul project, is influenced by the oddities of Frank Zappa, Solange, and Arthur Brown. Through her alter-ego SSFN37<3 (Soul Sister 37), she revolutionises the standards of musical value to radicalise and defy society’s understanding of tradition. With an experimental album due for near release, Jag is showing audiences that she is an artist to look out for.
Bibi: delicate and dreamy, Bibi's debut performance of her songs on stage will enthral and envelope you, her sweet voice will stroke your tender heart.
Julien Wilson returns to Bar 303 this October for a special Wednesday night series (excl. 8 Oct) showcasing some of his most exciting projects and featuring some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians.
For nearly three decades Julien Wilson has been an exciting and integral member of the Australian Jazz Scene. His tenor saxophone style can cover an incredibly broad stylistic and emotional range and is featured on over 80 albums. He has received a number of prestigious awards, both personally and as an integral member of a variety of critically acclaimed co-operative bands. In 2013 he formed Lionsharecords to release and distribute his own recordings. His work with the label was recognised by the 2015 APRA Art Music Award for EXCELLENCE IN JAZZ.
$20, 8pm
The Yarra Banks Jam happening every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, featuring our totally pimped out house band of salty Melbourne sea dogs [not actually salty, or sea dogs...a little bit salty maybe.]
Bring your horn, guitar, sticks or whatever else you can make noise with down to Bar 303 and scratch that soul, blues, jazz and funk itch you know you have, before it turns into a rash.
Sign up at 8pm - Play ‘till late!
FREE ENTRY
Bohjass JasshuB - a celebrated tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge, and soul - is currently on a seasonal break, but returns for one of its special nights this Monday, 20 October featuring
Bohjass
Toqui
Yurodivye
$5 Cash Entry
7.00 PM start
Discover new frontiers in Australian-Indonesian culture through improvised music and dance.
Improvisation ensemble and creative platform Sahul Sakti, Indonesian dangdut/funk/gamelan fusion group the Jawa Pitu Band, and Indonesian dance group Sanggar Lestari, join forces in a one-night special to explore new directions and possibilities in Australian-Indonesian music through music and dance. The performance will also show how Indonesian art forms are very much part of global musical and cultural dialogues.
Sahul Sakti is a Melbourne-based improvisation ensemble who draws on the members' post-classical, Brazilian, Asia-Pacific, jazz, and experimental music influences to create a sound that is rooted in friendship, imagination, and a deep exploration of acoustic possibilities. Using its base in pencak silat (an Indo-Malay dance martial arts and cultural form) and in gamelan music, Sahul Sakti will use the fullest extent of its imaginative powers to create improvised music that reflects the melting-pot of cultures and musical genres that is Australia.
Sanggar Lestari is a traditional and modern Indonesian dance group that has been around for almost 30 years. In addition to showcasing traditional Indonesian dance, Sanggar Lestari will join Sahul Sakti to do improvised modern Indonesian dance to highlight the ever-evolving nature of Indonesian dance. It is also a spontaneous dialogue between dancers and musicians - come and find out just what they have to say to one another, and explore the live intersection between movement and music!
To end, the dandut fusion group the Jawa Pitu Band will bring their high-energy performances to get you onto the dance floor. A dynamic 7-piece world music ensemble that seamlessly melds Indonesian dangdut and gamelan traditions with the improvisational spirit of jazz and the infectious rhythms of funk.
Record Launch for "Place, Pattern, People" by Robbie Belchamber with live band, support from Indigo King and Bede Benny.
"Place, Pattern, People" is the debut full length record by guitarist and composer Robbie Belchamber. In an alternative folk style, it explores linear melodies, layers of acoustic sounds and fluid approaches to rhythm. It's seen Robbie collaborate with dear friends & fellow musicians, featuring vocalists Grace Robinson, Stella Dunai and Isaac Wattis and a score of local instrumentalists.
A special show not to be missed! Vinyl + Merch available on the night.
Tickets $15 presale, $20 on the door.
Doors: 7:30pm
Bede Benny: 8:00pm
Indigo King: 9:00pm
Robbie Belchamber: 10:00pm
Renowned Hammond organist Michel Bénébig returns to Bar 303 for a powerful night of soul jazz, blues and groove-driven improvisation.
Born in New Caledonia, Michel has built an international career performing across Australia, New Zealand, the United States, France and beyond. His command of the Hammond B3 organ and deep connection to the jazz organ tradition place him among the leading voices in the genre today.
With early roots in classical piano and a passion for artists like Jimmy Smith, Lonnie Smith and Rhoda Scott, Michel brings decades of musical experience to every performance. His shows are energetic, expressive and rooted in the language of swing, blues and rhythm.
Named Organist of the Month by the International Archives for the Jazz Organ, Michel has shared stages with some of the world’s greatest jazz organists and continues to champion the artform through performance, education and collaboration.
Join us at Bar 303 for a rare Melbourne appearance by one of the world’s most respected soul jazz organists.
Julien Wilson returns to Bar 303 this October for a special Wednesday night series (excl. 8 Oct) showcasing some of his most exciting projects and featuring some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians.
For nearly three decades Julien Wilson has been an exciting and integral member of the Australian Jazz Scene. His tenor saxophone style can cover an incredibly broad stylistic and emotional range and is featured on over 80 albums. He has received a number of prestigious awards, both personally and as an integral member of a variety of critically acclaimed co-operative bands. In 2013 he formed Lionsharecords to release and distribute his own recordings. His work with the label was recognised by the 2015 APRA Art Music Award for EXCELLENCE IN JAZZ.
$20, 8pm
Klub MUK is an Open Uke Stage the second Tuesday of each month at 303. Hosted by the Melbourne Ukulele Kollective (M.U.K.) an open-armed gaggle of ukers of all ages and persuasions, each equipped with only four strings and the truth! With small egos and big dreams, they're on a crusade to bring the greatest glory to the humblest of instruments and put music back into the hands and hearts of the people.
The first ukulele group in Australia, the Melbourne Ukulele Kollective is still boldly going where no ukuleles have gone before. The “muk” is open to all who wish to join her, regardless of experience, and they delight in crossing borders, smashing boundaries and raising the humble ukulele to new heights! They perform in Art and Music Festivals, pubs, race courses, parks, theatres, schools and on the streets. In 2004 they proclaimed that the Ukulele Revolution had arrived. They now proclaim its glorious victory!
Come early if you want to get your name on the list!
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH!!
7:30pm, Free
www.muk.com.au
Rudi Sound System returns to Bar 303 for a night of deep selections and heavyweight sound. Very excited to have Simo aka Mago Neru joining us.
Bringing the full spectrum of roots reggae, dub, steppers, UK garage and jungle, Rudi Sound delivers a true sound system experience. Expect warm analogue textures, heavy basslines and a dancefloor guided by rhythm and community.
Built and run by local crew with a love for deep sound culture, the Rudi Sound rig is designed to move both body and soul.
FREE ENTRY
Instrumental Soul / Latin / Jazz - Forged during Melbourne’s COVID‑lockdowns, The Winfield Road Experiment began as a creative escape for a group of old friends and new collaborators. From the moment they hit the stage in the inner north, they’ve become known for high‑energy, instrumental performances that blend soul, Latin, jazz and blues into something both expansive and intimate.
Their sound features catchy melodies, infectious rhythms, flamboyant percussion, powerful horn lines, and wailing solos. The band is composed of talented members: Jake Underwood (guitar), Thom Swain (bass), Tobias Bottrall (trumpet), Nick Fruewirth, and Zeb Fernandez (drums).
They released their sophomore album Soulsa Verde, which shows their range from gospel‑tinged ballads to spy‑funk inspired tracks, big jazz party vibes, hidden flute solos, and thunderous percussion. As a live act, they’re best experienced when every element, horns, rhythm section, solos, comes together to build immersive instrumental narratives.
2 sets, starts at 6pm.
Entry $15
