JasshuB Mondays at 303 are a celebrated tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge, and soul.

Although Currently on a seasonal break Toqui will return for one special night. Featuring the warm and earthy compositions of Oscar France, his songs are brought to life with orchestral instrumentation by a robust & progressive jazz ensemble.
Oscar France – piano & composition
Owen Miller – trumpet
Jordan Moore – clarinet
Joseph Kanniah – bassoon
Rosie Luby – cello
Alastair Watts – bass
Oliver Ledi Hanane – drums

$5 Cash Entry

7.00 PM start

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!

IIndie art-rockers Phoebe's Dream (siblings Phil and John Smarty) are making a rare stage appearance at 303 Bar, Northcote on Friday 19th December. ($10 entry, Doors 8pm). The band are playing their soon to be released new album (2026), tentatively titled 'Sometimes you just have to be there' in it's entirety.

Go to www.phoebesdream.com for an exclusive listen before the show.

Also playing are sonic rockers Transient Blue (with Moris on guitar, John Smarty on bass, emerging singer Oliver Smardenkas and Archie Greagen on drums). A debut album is currently being recorded for a 2026 release.

If David Byrne/Talking Heads, Bowie, Wilco and the Smiths/Morrissey occupy your listening world then this Friday show might be the place to be.

The Tonalists Soul Blues Swampadelica is back @ Bar 303! The Tonalists first return for 2025, with more original and classic tracks for the repertoire of New Orleans and Memphis Boogie feels, feat. Mick Coll (Hammond, piano, vox), Jason Kain (guitar, lap steel) and Nigel Wright (drums, vox), with special guests Tom Williams (trombone) and Christian Foyle (sax). Come on down for a great night of blues grooves.

'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.

www.facebook.com/pages/Cookin-on-3-Burners/119006314005

http://www.cookinon3burners.com

Enki:

Formed this year as part of the Darebin Arts FUSE festival, ENKI is an electro-acoustic quartet that fuses classical, jazz electronic field recordings from community spaces in Darebin.

Featuring:

Omid Shayan - Tenor sax and electronics

Jackson Fumberger - Electric Violin and electronics

Xiao Xiao - Cello and loops

Mandy Lynley- percussion and loops

Supported by the community violin ensemble: Scandi Session.

$10 on the door.

Melbourne drummer & incendiary improviser Will Guthrie has been based in France for the past 20 years. He will perform 1 show in Melbourne in December in a first time meeting w/ Tinkler, Hale & Wilson

An evening of jazz featuring Julien Wilson on tenor saxophone and Will Guthrie on drums.

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.

Will Guthrie has been living in France since 2004. In 2012 he released the astounding Sticks, Stones and Breaking Bones, a solo drums record on CD & 180g Vinyl that has received critical acclaim from around the globe for it’s ferocious and relentless musicality. For more info on Will’s recent activities see www.will-guthrie.com

Come down to Bar 303 to celebrate the release of Yegi's debut single 'Blue Moon' ft. Grace Robinson! A long time coming, Yegi and the band are excited for a special show with special guests and special all the rests. Supported on the night by the incredible songstress Annalisa Fernandez and multi-instrumentalist Hudson Maculsha.

YEGI is a collective of young musicians who have been performing in Naarm for many years. Led by rapper Isaac Wattis, YEGI present a unique expression of hip hop where lyrics move with groove-based textures of modern jazz, neo-soul and percussive UK drill and drum n bass rhythms. Their music explores themes of paradox and emotional expression through the lens of Isaac’s lived experience, hoping to connect with listeners through vulnerability and shared humanity. Inspired by the likes of Avantdale Bowling Club, Yusseff Dayes and Loyle Carner, YEGI offer a new flavour of jazz-rap in Naarm.

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

Zero City are back at Bar 303 with their blend of alternate rock and noise rock!

This time joined by the incredible Ladybitch and Big Village for a Gaza Appeal fundraiser.

Get down, get dancing and get involved in a good cause!

7:30pm - The Dozeytones

The Dozeytones are led by Yael Marks with the purpose of bringing traditional jazz to the younger generation. They often play a mixture of standards, Aus jazz tunes, and originals. At LUME, the Dozeytones will be playing all original compositions, inspired by artists such as John Scurry and Allan Browne. You can often find the Dozeytones gigging around Melbourne or busking on a Sunday morning!

8:30pm - BIGFATCRUSH

BIGFATCRUSH is a Naarm-based vocalist performing original songs that weave a unique tapestry of rnb, pop and live dance music. Backed by a heavy-hitting four-piece band, BIGFATCRUSH will bring you a joyful and eclectic bundle of musical textures, ranging from slow and mysterious grooves to up-tempo disco. It’s time to brush off the cobwebs!

9:30pm - Sylvie Evans

Sylvie is a Naarm/Melbourne based jazz and contemporary vocalist. Her vocal style is heavily influenced by some heavyweights of the jazz world - Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Nina Simone, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and Jazzmeia Horn, while also drawing inspiration from current artists in the pop, contemporary and R&B sphere, including Olivia Dean and Cleo Sol. Sylvie will be weaving together a set of both original music, and music by some of her favourite female artists for Lume.

STOCK play music as predictable and varied as Melbourne’s weather. This electrifiying quartet was formed in 2011 as a vehicle to workshop and perform Wilson’s original compositions. Formerly known as “B for Chicken” they have been performing regularly in Melbourne, developing material and refining the groups powerful, unified, interactive style. While the gentle, lyrical inclinations so evident in Wilson’s long-running trio (and the quartet which recorded This is Always) are still present, this project provides an outlet for the more explosive side of his musical personality. The band reference Ellington & Coltrane while leaning forward to embrace the 21st Century, with a nod to everything in between.

The inspiration for forming this band comes from the flexibility and drive of Hugh Harvey’s astoundingly musical drumming, Fermanis’ blues-drenched, rock-singed, take-no-prisoners guitar work, and the virtuosic beauty and creative flair of Chris Hale’s 6 string bass guitar poetry. Craig, Chris and Hugh are some of the busiest musicians in Melbourne, running their own projects, teaching, touring and recording with artists including The Cat Empire, The Meltdown, Gotye, the AAO & the MSO.

In 2018/2019 STOCK have been recording and producing their long overdue debut, assisted by a recording grant from the Australia Council for the Arts. Seizing the album as an opportunity to rebrand as STOCK they will be officially releasing the album early in 2020. It will be available on CD, as a High Definition 32bit digital download, and as a Collector’s Edition LP on Gold Vinyl presented in a gatefold cover featuring stunning art by Dale Cox.

Julien Wilson – tenor sax
Craig Fermanis – electric guitar
Chris Hale – bass guitar
Hugh Harvey – drums

Alt-country artist Rhys Thompson announces new single “Home We Know” set for release on November 20 with a single launch at Northcote’s Bar 303 on December 6.

The first single following his debut release “Calling Me EP” (which garnered support from Double J and Edge of Country), Thompson’s sophomore release cements his new found place as one of Naarm’s most genuine emerging voices in the alt-country scene. “Home We Know” is an intimate reflection on slowing down, reconnecting, and rediscovering what truly matters.

GET TICKETS HERE

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 bring a uniquely Australian hard rock edge to the stage, driven by the legendary Pip Pupillo, co-founder and frontman of veteran alt-country/rock band The T-Bones. With over 35 years of experience, Pip's distinctive voice and style are unmistakable. Teaming up with Baz Valance, a skilled guitarist with a metal background, The Calabrians deliver a high-energy sound influenced by iconic bands like AC/DC, Sunnyboys, Radiobirdman, and REM.

The combination of Pip's rough, emotive style and Baz's slick, metal-infused guitar work has created something truly special. The Calabrians' music is a testament to the enduring power of Australian rock, with songs that explore themes of heartbreak, isolation, and everyday life. With their unique sound and wealth of experience, The Calabrians are a force to be reckoned with in the Australian rock scene.

5pm FREE ENTRY

BE THERE!

Queensland born Chris Johnstone called Canberra home for the past 25 years, establishing himself as one of its most in demand guitar teachers and talented performers. A graduate of the Australian National University and prize winner in the prestigious Ike Isaacs Jazz guitar competition, Chris has performed with many preeminent musicians in the Australian jazz scene including Dale Barlow, Carl Dewhurst, James Sherlock, Mat Jodrell, Warwick Alder, Carl Mackey, Ben Hanlon, Ben Robertson, Mark Fitzgibbon, Brendan Clark, Anton Delecca, Tom Lee, Danny Fisher, Emma Gilmartin, Con Campbell, John Mackey, John Morrison, Jacki Cooper and Gary France, establishing himself as a stylistically flexible and diverse performer.

​Chris has since relocated to Melbourne and is not only becoming an in demand player in the local scene, but also one of Melbourne's most sought after private tutors.

2 sets, 9pm - 11pm

Tix $20 (cash only) on the door.

Drop Keys blend bright, punchy horns with ethereal vocal layers and a rock-solid rhythm section to create a sound that moves effortlessly between funk, rock and soul. Their original compositions spotlight sharp grooves, rich melodic textures and an inventive musicality that’s become their trademark.

Evolving from earlier releases like 2023’s Marinade and continuing to refine their craft, Drop Keys bring an energy that’s both immersive and uplifting. With a dynamic live presence and a commitment to bold, genre-bending arrangements, the band continue to carve out their own space in the contemporary music scene.

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 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

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

www.facebook.com/LanceFergusonMusic

www.facebook.com/thebamboos

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.

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)

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.

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.

ARTIST WEBSITE

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

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.