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

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Fomora launch 'The Trial of Syla', their debut record and the first chapter in the psychedelic jazz-rock chronicle 'A Tale from Fomora'.

"A blight descends upon the Northern Moors of Fomora. Grain shoots wither and die in the fields. Villagers are sick with a mysterious illness that defies the charms of local healers. Hope lies in the retrieval of the All-Seeing Glass, an ancient crystal sought in times of darkness, and in the young shepherd Syla, chosen to recover the relic. Through conquest of forests, mountains and unspeakable beasts, Syla will become a hero."

Recorded in 2023 with Patrick Ryan AKA Cantrips at the Dune Castle Throne Room in Thornbury, the release follows singles such as 'The Temple of Gwyndil' and 'Snakehips'.

Fomora will have vinyl records available for sale on the night.

The group will be joined by a stellar lineup of friends and companions

• Toqui

• Lunic

• Fairtrade Narcotics

https://fomora.bandcamp.com/

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Impossiblistic is back for all those who tire of reality and need a holiday from existence. Indulge in the bizarre and the beautiful, with avant-garde theatre, surreal spoken word, absurd puppetry, experimental music, wild costumes and artistic chaos. Witness standout acts from the recent Festival of Surrealisms and have a seemingly impossible universe transported directly to your hearts and minds.

           Katie Lohner – Join THE HUNGRY POET as she slings open her fridge and share the contents of her desires. A dynamic feast for the senses filled with delicious storytelling.

           Steve Smart has puppet fever! It may have started when he discovered he is half-Muppet. Prepare for poems and silly songs from the mouths of strange creatures.

           Helchild – Satirical comedian, comic poet and vis artist performs as President Donald Dump, a dodgy, shit-spouting, human turd of immense effluence.Sean O’Callaghan, an Irish-Melbourne writer of poems and essays usually involving confusion, laughter and the occasional philosophical breakthrough he didn’t mean to have.

           Brendan Gray (Gold Gull, Ill Gotten Booty) and Chris Chapple (Autohaze, Humans) will perform three improvised sets between acts for Impossiblistic. Expect some far out sounds and strange musical directions.

           Duff Gregfield is Neville the Angst-Ridden Pirate. Once every hundred years Neville leaves Davy Jones Locker to tell his tale of woe, madness, and unprecedented cosmic horror.

           DURABA – Who or what the heck is Duraba?!

           Laura Fisher and Vasi Samudra Devi’s one act play tackles the slightly outdated Devonian dilemma, should fishapods stay or should fishapods go? Feat Laura & Helchild.

           Lulu Lala is a maker of weirdly jolly masks, puppets and costumes. For this event they will be performing unhinged and flapping puppety stuff with Eddy.

           Eddy Burger presents his comic surreal play, B-Grade Monster Melodrama staring Katie Lohner, Jez Speelman, Lulu Lala and Eddy.

           MC Laura Fisher

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From 7pm - 11.00 PM

$5 ENTRY PRESALE TIX HERE

Mondays JassHub supports local original and improvised jazz music. With the longest ongoing residency at Bar 303, the Jass Hub features many local musicians and jazz ensembles, keeping on a fantastic tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge and soul featuring

Mick Power Band

Mick is a highly acclaimed jazz guitarist and educator based in Melbourne, recognized for his contributions to the city’s vibrant music scenes. Member of Bumpy, Squid Nebula, Bohjass, Toqui and the Factory House Band.

From 7.00 PM

5$ Cash Entry

Guitarist Nash Lee (12 Tone Diamonds, Rabid Hawk) leads a dynamic  quartet featuring Melbourne saxophone great Julien Wilson, powerhouse drummer Sam Bates and rising bass force Charlie Rank.

Together they explore deep rhythmic interplay and melodic conversation - blending lyricism, groove and open improvisation in equal measure.

Lee’s roots trace back to the vibrant North Coast scene of the ’90s, where he was mentored by rhythm visionary Greg Sheehan and guitar master Jim Kelly. Now based in Melbourne, he continues to refine his voice within the jazz tradition while keeping a fearless, exploratory edge.

Each week features a completely different lineup and a fresh slice of improvised Melbourne mayhem in the communal spirit of workshopping number diamonds, original improvised music and exploring the standard repertoire.

Wed 06 May - Badger on the Paddock | Feat. Tom Fryer, Julian Banks, Nick Delaney, Arron Light

Wed 13 May - CNL | Feat. Toby Barrett, Charlie Rank, Paul Whitwood, Chris Pappas

Wed 20 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson, Craig Fermanis

Wed 27 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson & James Sherlock

Rambal band leaders - vocalist Nardia Brancatisano & guitarist/vocalist Justin Yap put together "Nardia" (band) and won the MBAS Blues Challenge last year and took it all the way to the finals of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2025! As one of five finalists (out of 400), Nardia was the only female in the band category and one of the only bands to ever make it in the finals for Australia. Featuring Charlie Rolfe on Hammond Organ and the legendary Rambal rhythm section of Jordan Pereira on drums and Sam Watts on bass, the band will be churning through some new tunes, their favourite cuts from their album ‘Hold Your Fire’, along with some classic soul and blues! Tix - $20 (cash only) on the door.

A true celebration of samba, where musicians gather in a circle to play, sing, and share the genre’s contagious energy. The vibe is vibrant and participatory, with everyone getting into the rhythm.

A deeply rooted Brazilian tradition, it takes place in bars, backyards, and cultural spaces, where samba singers take turns leading songs. Unlike a staged performance, a roda de samba is communal—people sing along, dance, and clap to the beat. The atmosphere is spontaneous and full of energy, with musicians feeding off each other, making every roda a unique and immersive experience.

Door $15

Come and chill out to an evening crossing many genres from acoustic to blues to ambient with Sonia Serin and more.

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Sonia Serin is a multi-instrumentalist powerhouse and a self-described "technical whiz" behind the drum kit, Sonia Serin delivers a sophisticated fusion of eccentric, upbeat soul and emotive folk. Described by Proud Camden as both a stellar guitarist and a deeply moving piano player, Sonia has built an international reputation through her commanding stage presence and raw, honest songwriting. Her career is anchored by a history of high-profile performances, having shared the stage with artists such as Pete Murray and the Mason Rack Band, and graced the lineups of the Woodford Folk Festival and Camden Calling in the UK.

During her time living in London, Sonia headlined prestigious venues including Ronnie Scott’s Bar and The Spice of Life, experiences that later informed her 2015 debut EP, Everyone in Small Doses. Her more recent work, the 2019 album UNRESOLVED, marks a profound evolution in her artistry. The record serves as a sonic journey through healing and transformation, blending haunting cello tones with soulful soprano vocals. From the ancestral reflections of the instrumental track "Syria" to the cathartic themes of her title track, Sonia’s music navigates the complexities of grief and the beauty of finding peace within the "unresolved," offering audiences a truly immersive and atmospheric experience.

ARTIST WEBSITE

Dub Spiral #2, a 100% Rudi Sound session at Bar303 is booked for Saturday, 9th May.
After the great vibes and positive feedback of the first Dub Spiral session in January, very excited to get back into the deeper selection and taking the time to play those part 2s, 3s and 5s…
5 hours of roots reggae and dub, from 8pm to 1am, FREE.

Mondays JassHub supports local original and improvised jazz music. With the longest ongoing residency at Bar 303, the Jass Hub features many local musicians and jazz ensembles, keeping on a fantastic tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge and soul featuring

Mick Power Band

Mick is a highly acclaimed jazz guitarist and educator based in Melbourne, recognized for his contributions to the city’s vibrant music scenes. Member of Bumpy, Squid Nebula, Bohjass, Toqui and the Factory House Band.

From 7.00 PM

5$ Cash Entry

Guitarist Nash Lee (12 Tone Diamonds, Rabid Hawk) leads a dynamic  quartet featuring Melbourne saxophone great Julien Wilson, powerhouse drummer Sam Bates and rising bass force Charlie Rank.

Together they explore deep rhythmic interplay and melodic conversation - blending lyricism, groove and open improvisation in equal measure.

Lee’s roots trace back to the vibrant North Coast scene of the ’90s, where he was mentored by rhythm visionary Greg Sheehan and guitar master Jim Kelly. Now based in Melbourne, he continues to refine his voice within the jazz tradition while keeping a fearless, exploratory edge.

Each week features a completely different lineup and a fresh slice of improvised Melbourne mayhem in the communal spirit of workshopping number diamonds, original improvised music and exploring the standard repertoire.

Wed 06 May - Badger on the Paddock | Feat. Tom Fryer, Julian Banks, Nick Delaney, Arron Light

Wed 13 May - CNL | Feat. Toby Barrett, Charlie Rank, Paul Whitwood, Chris Pappas

Wed 20 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson, Craig Fermanis

Wed 27 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson & James Sherlock

LUME is a monthly residency at Bar 303 that features some of the most exciting emerging female and gender diverse musicians in Australian music scene.

Follow @lume.303 on instagram to keep in the loop!

TICKETS are $15 or pay as you can! Everyone is welcome!

"Celebrity Skin 90s Party #3

Kristie Glab and Celebrity Skin are back for another night of angst, grunge, grit, and classic ’90s hits. Loud, raw, and unapologetically nostalgic—don't miss it!

2 live sets, featuring legendary guest vocal mates & special guest: DJ Asha LOVE

Come and celebrate the release of Grace de Vos's debut single, 'State Line' at Bar 303

'State Line' is a song about the emotional turmoil that comes with unconditional love. It explores frustration, desperation and the reality check of taking a good, hard look at yourself. To help launch this song into the world, Grace de Vos will be joined by friends Saint Victoire and Lady Fern. This phenomenal three band line up will bring a night of light heartedness and vulnerability, from soft folk rock to americana. We will laugh, we will cry and we will dance.

Tickets

Mondays JassHub supports local original and improvised jazz music. With the longest ongoing residency at Bar 303, the Jass Hub features many local musicians and jazz ensembles, keeping on a fantastic tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge and soul featuring

Mick Power Band

Mick is a highly acclaimed jazz guitarist and educator based in Melbourne, recognized for his contributions to the city’s vibrant music scenes. Member of Bumpy, Squid Nebula, Bohjass, Toqui and the Factory House Band.

From 7.00 PM

5$ Cash Entry

Guitarist Nash Lee (12 Tone Diamonds, Rabid Hawk) leads a dynamic  quartet featuring Melbourne saxophone great Julien Wilson, powerhouse drummer Sam Bates and rising bass force Charlie Rank.

Together they explore deep rhythmic interplay and melodic conversation - blending lyricism, groove and open improvisation in equal measure.

Lee’s roots trace back to the vibrant North Coast scene of the ’90s, where he was mentored by rhythm visionary Greg Sheehan and guitar master Jim Kelly. Now based in Melbourne, he continues to refine his voice within the jazz tradition while keeping a fearless, exploratory edge.

Each week features a completely different lineup and a fresh slice of improvised Melbourne mayhem in the communal spirit of workshopping number diamonds, original improvised music and exploring the standard repertoire.

Wed 06 May - Badger on the Paddock | Feat. Tom Fryer, Julian Banks, Nick Delaney, Arron Light

Wed 13 May - CNL | Feat. Toby Barrett, Charlie Rank, Paul Whitwood, Chris Pappas

Wed 20 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson, Craig Fermanis

Wed 27 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson & James Sherlock

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!

One epic night of funky grooves, soulful sing-a-longs, whimsical pop & fantastic folk is upon us on Sat May 23!

About the Artists:

G_Tano: funk, fusion, psychedelic vibes and mediterranean melodies... get ready to sweat!

Belly Savalas: a sizzling jazz-funk-neo-soul band that makes you dance, made up of homies, based in Naarm.

Tom & The Cartoonists: Quirky musical observations on suburban life, coffee and cake. It's music for your trip to the milk bar.

Mel Taylor: Forged her sound in Victoria’s High Country, possessing a compelling voice and lyrical knack for storytelling.

7.15pm - $20 on the door.
More details TBA

Mondays JassHub supports local original and improvised jazz music. With the longest ongoing residency at Bar 303, the Jass Hub features many local musicians and jazz ensembles, keeping on a fantastic tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge and soul featuring

Mick Power Band

Mick is a highly acclaimed jazz guitarist and educator based in Melbourne, recognized for his contributions to the city’s vibrant music scenes. Member of Bumpy, Squid Nebula, Bohjass, Toqui and the Factory House Band.

From 7.00 PM

5$ Cash Entry

Guitarist Nash Lee (12 Tone Diamonds, Rabid Hawk) leads a dynamic  quartet featuring Melbourne saxophone great Julien Wilson, powerhouse drummer Sam Bates and rising bass force Charlie Rank.

Together they explore deep rhythmic interplay and melodic conversation - blending lyricism, groove and open improvisation in equal measure.

Lee’s roots trace back to the vibrant North Coast scene of the ’90s, where he was mentored by rhythm visionary Greg Sheehan and guitar master Jim Kelly. Now based in Melbourne, he continues to refine his voice within the jazz tradition while keeping a fearless, exploratory edge.

Each week features a completely different lineup and a fresh slice of improvised Melbourne mayhem in the communal spirit of workshopping number diamonds, original improvised music and exploring the standard repertoire.

Wed 06 May - Badger on the Paddock | Feat. Tom Fryer, Julian Banks, Nick Delaney, Arron Light

Wed 13 May - CNL | Feat. Toby Barrett, Charlie Rank, Paul Whitwood, Chris Pappas

Wed 20 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson, Craig Fermanis

Wed 27 May - Rabid Hawk | Feat. Julien Wilson & James Sherlock

'Kickin' The B' at 303. feat Cookin’ On 3 Burners

Hammond drenched tunes of funky deep soul grooves.

Jake Mason (Hammond)

Dan West (Guitar)

Alex Roper (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

Your home of Bass music, DNB, 140, Beats, Hiphop & UKG.

Special Guests -

TBA

8:30-1am

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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

Echo Chamber Soundystem.

2 rooms.

94 Jungle special.

Full info closer to the time.

LUME is a monthly residency at Bar 303 that features some of the most exciting emerging female and gender diverse musicians in Australian music scene.

Follow @lume.303 on instagram to keep in the loop!

TICKETS are $15 or pay as you can! Everyone is welcome!

Roll up, roll up! Guitar Kingdom ardently returns in 2026! Grungy bar. World-class guitars. Zero pretence.

The first gig of the year features the legendary Melbourne Guitar Quartet on Saturday March 21 from 5pm. Featuring Dan McKay, Ben Dix, Sophie Marcheff and Rose M González for your aural degustations.

Guitar Kingdom brings the concert experience to a grungy bar setting, heralding the intimate and popular roots of the guitar's nomadic history. With four shows a year, Guitar Kingdom has drawn a loyal following of live music lovers who relish cream-of-the-crop guitarists of Melbourne in a low-key setting.

Originally housed at the now-defunct yet presently-beloved Northcote venue Open Studio Bar, Guitar Kingdom has been curated by Yours Truly since 2019. Many happy returns in 2026 as it continues at Bar 303.
Guitar Kingdom....where cult guitarists descend for some gentle shredding on the fine stringbox...

GET YOUR TIX HERE

LUME is a monthly residency at Bar 303 that features some of the most exciting emerging female and gender diverse musicians in Australian music scene.

Follow @lume.303 on instagram to keep in the loop!

TICKETS are $15 or pay as you can! Everyone is welcome!

Kyle Chenoweth is a Melbourne-based Jazz Trombonist and bandleader known for his “musical maturity beyond his years containing a pleasing mix of poise, pacing, flow, flair and fire” – Paul Williamson. A regular presence on Melbourne’s jazz scene, he leads a fresh quintet that blends classic repertoire with their contemporary edge.

Following the release of their debut album in 2025, the band is now bringing some new music as well as a mix of their favourite standards from the American Songbook and beyond, inspired by the likes of Walter Smith III and Immanuel Wilkins.

Kyle Chenoweth - Trombone 

Oscar Bruten - Tenor Saxophone 

Miles Farnan - Drums 

Miro Lauritz - Piano 

Jack Smythe - Double Bass

Roll up, roll up! Guitar Kingdom ardently returns in 2026! Grungy bar. World-class guitars. Zero pretence.

The first gig of the year features the legendary Melbourne Guitar Quartet on Saturday March 21 from 5pm. Featuring Dan McKay, Ben Dix, Sophie Marcheff and Rose M González for your aural degustations.

Guitar Kingdom brings the concert experience to a grungy bar setting, heralding the intimate and popular roots of the guitar's nomadic history. With four shows a year, Guitar Kingdom has drawn a loyal following of live music lovers who relish cream-of-the-crop guitarists of Melbourne in a low-key setting.

Originally housed at the now-defunct yet presently-beloved Northcote venue Open Studio Bar, Guitar Kingdom has been curated by Yours Truly since 2019. Many happy returns in 2026 as it continues at Bar 303.
Guitar Kingdom....where cult guitarists descend for some gentle shredding on the fine stringbox...

GET YOUR TIX HERE

Roll up, roll up! Guitar Kingdom ardently returns in 2026! Grungy bar. World-class guitars. Zero pretence.

The first gig of the year features the legendary Melbourne Guitar Quartet on Saturday March 21 from 5pm. Featuring Dan McKay, Ben Dix, Sophie Marcheff and Rose M González for your aural degustations.

Guitar Kingdom brings the concert experience to a grungy bar setting, heralding the intimate and popular roots of the guitar's nomadic history. With four shows a year, Guitar Kingdom has drawn a loyal following of live music lovers who relish cream-of-the-crop guitarists of Melbourne in a low-key setting.

Originally housed at the now-defunct yet presently-beloved Northcote venue Open Studio Bar, Guitar Kingdom has been curated by Yours Truly since 2019. Many happy returns in 2026 as it continues at Bar 303.
Guitar Kingdom....where cult guitarists descend for some gentle shredding on the fine stringbox...

GET YOUR TIX HERE