Open jam session
All welcome
Sign up from 8, play ‘til late
Dust off your instrument and come get involved in this amazing music community that gets together twice a month to have a play.
It's an open jam session, all are welcome.
Bring an instrument and get involved!
Backline provided.
Sign up from 8, play 'til late.
Bar 303 Northcote
Hobart-based guitarist & composer Jamie Pregnell has performed in and around Australia including Sydney, Canberra, Hobart and Melbourne
Jamie attended both the Banff Creative Music workshop in Banff Canada and the Siena International Jazz Workshop and in 2017 he received an Australia Art Council personal development grant to study with Australian jazz great James Muller.
Jamie recorded his first album “Sleepy Town” in 2020 along side Julien Wilson on Sax, Sam Anning on Bass and Ben Vanderwal on drums featuring all original compositions.
In 2023 Jamie reunited with the same lineup for his new album
“All Ears”.
HIs band will perform originals from “All Ears” and new compositions.
Band:
Jamie Pregnell – Guitar
Julien Wilson - Sax
Sam Anning – Bass
Ben Vanderwal – Drums
2 sets from 8pm, $20 on the door.
Monkey Stick are joining up with their talented friends from Toqui for a night of groove-driven jazz....
Toqui kick off from 7:30pm
Monkey Stick from 9pm ish
$15 entry at the door
Monkey Stick are coming out of their tree to bring you funk-driven jazz... or jazz-driven funk...
Guitar Baz is back from the harbour city for one night only as The Here's return to where it began, in the front bar at 303. Dan Marsh- on the Hammond Organ and Piano, Rohan Sherlock bass, Luke Collins on the drums, Nigel Wright percussion and Baz Turnbull electric guitar.
Kicking off our first session for the year with a massive lineup!
Featuring.. 3 X World DMC Champion - JFB (UK)
JFB is a straight up Turntablist legend. If you havent seen him perform live you are in for wild ride! Superb technical ability, high energy, fast paced multi genre dj sets as well as crowning multiple world titles in the DMC's.. this is a performance like no other you do not want to miss!
Supported by Jangala & Vibase (NSW)
LIMITED FREE EARLYBIRDS
$15 general sale (LIMITED)
JassHub EVERY MONDAY night.
Only $5 cash entry.
This week:
7pm- tba
8pm- tba
9:30pm- tba
JassHub supports local original and improvised jazz music. With the longest ongoing residency at Bar 303, the Jass Hub features many musicians, ensembles, groups and bands from across Melbourne.
From the tempestuous brine of the deep comes Admiral Keneally’s Bone Patrol, wielding their wily ways and nautical nonsense weaving short stories to tempt your sonic senses.
Music to captivate your imagination....an original repertoire influenced by Jazz, Funk, Middle Eastern flavours, a touch of World and swampy grooves, bringing our love of cross-cultural music together to create an unforgettable transportive travel log.
8pm-10pm
$15 at the door
THE THURSDAY HAMMOND SESSIONS "KICKIN THE B AT 303" : Clayton Doley's Flashy Dashbacks
$20 cash on the door.
Doors at 8.00pm - Performance time: 9.00pm - 11.00pm
The Leslie will be spinning and the tone wheels in the mighty vintage B3 style Hammond Organ will be grinding to the music from Australia's finest Hammond Organ players with their highly acclaimed rhythmn sections and surprise guest musicians.
The most unique and sophisticated voice in Hammond based contemporary retro soul today is Sydney based Clayton Doley, known for his distinctive groove on the Hammond Organ and his ability to write songs that you would swear were hits of yesteryear! A special one off amalgamation of two projects coming together to create an exciting mix of New York City Organ Jazz and New Orleans Brass Band Funk together at last! With himself on hammond & vocals, plus Hugh Harvey on drums, this gig features The Bayou Billabong (Melbourne) Horns: Paul Williamson (bari), Anton Delleca (tenor), Ross Irwin (tpt) & Jordan Murray (trom). Tix $20 (cash only) on the door.
7.15 - El Rey (front room)
8 - Dan (back room)
8.45 - Wilber (front)
9.30 - Careful Yelling (back)
10.15 - BubL (front)
11 - Tommy D (back)
11.45 - Tera (back )
$15 entry at front door
Munchy Dolphin are a Naarm/Melbourne outfit who, above all else, love to have a good time. Drawing from a wide range of musical influences, their live shows are the stuff of legend - bringing elements of folk, rock, funk and everything in between together with rock solid live harmonies and masterful instrumental playing. Since releasing their debut album in 2020 to critical acclaim, Munchy Dolphin have been on an impressive upwards trajectory, having supported Australian rock legends King Stingray and packed out venues all over Victoria.
Bohjass are a high energy, experimental free jazz outfit at the forefront of the Melbourne Music Improv scene.
"Their long standing residency at bar 303 has created a vital outlet for creative expression, not just for the many, many members of the band both past and present but for a whole community of musicians that have grown around the institution that is 'Bohjass'." (ABC.net.au)
$5 entry
The Yarra Banks Jam is back on for the first and third 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 on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, and scratch that soul, blues, jazz and funk itch you know you have, before it turns into a rash.
Jamming starts 8pm.
Wednesdays in February at Bar 303 will be steered by drummer Ronny Ferella with a mixed bag of acts and artists. The theme for the month is re-new-all.
Week One: 5th Feb
Ash Balllat Solo 8pm- trumpet/effects/much skill & imagination
Ronny Ferella Quinterella 9.15pm
A new quintet performing new tunes and a few from the olden days which may or may not have been the Golden Days…
Ronny Ferella drums
Harry Birch bass
Audrey Hart piano
Shaun Rammers saxophone
Ash Ballat trumpet
Week Two: 12th Feb
The Subprimes 8pm
Ronny Ferella drums
Tom Lee bass
Fran Swinn guitar
+ guests
Ask The Ages 9.15pm
Ava McDermott vox
Hugh Collins sax
Liam Perry electric bass
Ronny Ferella drums
Week Three: 19th Feb
Gen Kuner Group 8pm
Gen Kuner sax/effects
Jock Pryse Jones keys
Ronny Ferella drums
Ask The Ages 9.15pm
Ava McDermott vox
Hugh Coollins sax
Lian perry electric bass
Ronny Ferella drums
Week Four: 26th Feb
The Subprimes 8pm
Ronny Ferella drums
Tom Lee bass
Fran Swinn guitar
+ guests
Ask The Ages 9.15pm
Ava McDermott vox
Hugh Coollins sax
Lian Perry electric bass
Ronny Ferella drums
Get ready to roll the dice and be struck by the electrifying energy of Blackjacks at Bar 303 as a part of their launch tour for their debut album ‘High Stakes’. Supported by Trubug + Chasing Planes.
From Notes to Home: Nico’s Fundraising Gig at Bar 303 in Northcote from 7pm
Five incredible live performances:
Mount Kujo
Bonnie & Reflejos
Pia Nesvara & Conte Milano
Johanna Helen Scott
DJ Ming Ming
$15 entry or make a donation here:
https://www.gofundme.com/.../bring-me-home-to-melbourne...
Klub MUK is an Open Uke Stage the second Tuesday of each month at 303. All ukers welcome to get up and do their thang. Come early if you want to get your name on the list!
7:30pm, Free
The Melbourne Ukulele Kollective, M.U.K., is 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.
www.facebook.com/melbourneukulelekollective
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!
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH!!
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
8:30-10:30pm
The Putbacks are stone cold pros, grizzled veterans of all the tours and all the studios. As individuals, they’re the players behind so many bands it’s difficult to list. Featuring Simon Mavin on Hammond, Mick Meagher on bass, Tom Martin on guitar, Justin Marshall on percussion, and on the drum kit – Rory McDougall. Their collaboration with Emma Donovan elevates their music and Emma’s songs to another level, an enigmatic sound that can be heard on their most recent release Under These Streets (2021) written in the depths of lockdown, and prior to this Crossover (2020).
The Putbacks take their cues from the great house bands of the 60s and 70s soul studios - think of The MGs, The Meters and The Wrecking Crew, as well as film composers from David Axelrod to Adrian Younge and contemporary instrumental groups BADBADNOTGOOD and Khruangbin.
JassHub is an ongoing event every Monday night.
The Jass Hub features improvised and original music with 3 bands each week.
$5 Entry
Mondays at 303 keeps on a fantastic tradition of exceptional music with attitude, edge and soul !
This week:
7pm -tbc
8pm - tbc
9:30pm -tbc
Auspice are launching their 2nd EP - NOCTURNAL 3 tracks of downtempo psychedelic bass music with live saxophone, vocals and flute!
Melbournes finest live drum and bass band The Substance will be pumping out some fresh new tunes from their upcoming album
And special guests OK Darling! Veterans in the scene shocasing their new duo with funky bass tracks with live drums and vocals!
Since 2007 Cold Snap has solidified itself as a premier act in Melbourne's blues scene, a 6-piece band led by the dynamic husband-and-wife team Joe & Sonia Valenti. Renowned for their energetic and captivating shows blending blues, funk, soul and R&B.
Cold Snap will be bringing their high-energy Rhythm & Blues Revue to 303 in Northcote for the first time in 2025.
Tickets are $20 at the door.
“Watch out music lovers, a Cold Snap is approaching!”
Ben Cameron
-B.entertained
Join improvisation ensemble Sahul Sakti as our musical caravan journeys to Spain. It's our first gig of the year and we would love to see you as we do what the Spanish do - drink chilled beverages on a warm summer's night, enjoy the long daylight hours, and listen to live music.
In this performance, Sahul Sakti will invoke its Spanish soul and celebrate the deep personal and musical connections we have with the Spanish-speaking world. We'll recall the spirit of exploration that was in albums such as 'My Spanish Heart' (Chick Corea), 'Sketches of Spain' (Miles Davis), and 'Global Fusion' (Dr. L. Subramaniam), all of which are significant musical influences for us.
Flamenco folk duo Luke Kozsański (guitar) and Huich Goh (violin) will open the evening with a set of flamenco and folk - inspired originals and a sprinkling of classic compositions. Borne out of the joy of creating music together and a shared love for flamenco music and Spain, this project is also a quest to make the violin and guitar sing to one another.
This will be Luke and Huich's first full-fledged show, so we'd love to have your support!
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About Sahul Sakti
Sahul Sakti is an improvisation ensemble whose Sahul Sakti is an 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. This project is inspired by the great global fusion ensembles such as Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble, Shakti, Dr. L Subramaniam, L. Shenkar, Nigel Kennedy, Mestre Acordeon, and the Mahavishnu Orchestra.
About Luke Koszański
Luke Koszański is shaped by his father’s blues and rock music. He has also gone on to work with many international artists such as Ali Birra, Mahmoud Ahmed, Nhatty man (Ethiopia) Yusupha Ngum (Gambia), Amadou Suso of diverse African music genres, as well as The Black Sistaz (West Papua) Purbayan Chatterjee and Sheldon d'silva (India). Luke was a part of The Senegambian Jazz band, whose debut album won Best Global Act for The Age
Music Awards in 2018.
About Huich Goh
Huich Goh is a freewheeling, genre-defying violinist who thrives on improvisational playing. Her projects include psychedelic improvisation free jazz collectives like the Paul Kidney Experience and Star/Time, the dub jazz group Electrodub Experiment, and her own improvisation ensemble, Sahul Sakti. Some notable artists she has played with are the Booker prize nominee Jeet Thayil (India), graphic artist Ari Jayaprakash’s Kuru Circus and Orchestra (India), bassist producer composer Sandeep Madhavan (India), and Yusupha Nghum (Gambia).
Mia Barham Quintet + Ash and Her Mates
Mia Barham
With her lyrical melodies, sensitive compositions, and thoughtful approach to improvisation, Mia Barham is an exciting and versatile saxophonist and flautist from Melbourne, Australia. Mia has collaborated with acclaimed jazz artists from around the world, including Nduduzo Makhatini, Ingrid Jensen, and Andrea Keller. She has released two highly regarded albums, both of which have been featured on ABC Jazz and PBS, and have been performed at prominent Melbourne venues such as The Jazzlab and Tempo Rubato. As Des Cowley of Rhythms Magazine describes, “Barham has a light and airy alto that favours fluidity over fire, reminiscent of Lee Konitz. With Earth Songs, Barham boldly stakes her claim as a new and original voice.”
Band Lineup
Mia Barham - Alto Saxophone and Flute
Dean Kalaitzidis - Tenor Saxophone
Pat Jaffe - Piano
Claire Abougelis - Bass
Quinn Knight - Drums
Ash and Her Mates
"Ash and Her Mates" is a trio led by 20-year-old trombonist Ashling O’Farrell, who is currently in her second year at the Victorian College of the Arts, studying under Jordan Murray. Inspired by Kristin Berardi’s drumless album Our Songs, Not Songs (featuring Sam Anning and Andrea Keller), the group explores rhythmic freedom and experimentation. Without traditional percussion, they create musically rich moments while maintaining a sense of rhythm.
Don Jordan (trombone) and Jim Glasson (tenor sax) will be bringing their passionate hard bop and mainstream jazz to you, with the able support of Rory Clark (piano), Tim Rex (bass) and Adam Donaldson (drums). Classics tunes like "Moanin'", "Five Spot After Dark", "Blues March", and others from the pens of Benny Golson, Sonny Rollins, Hank Mobley, J. J. Johnson and more. Groove along with us and have a ball.
We’re kicking off the new year with an exciting session. We’ll be joined by the man himself, Jesse I dropping a selection of the finest. And after 4 hours of roots reggae and dub we’ll have Tea Money finishing the night with a dnb/jungle section. See you in the dance!
jazz meets rock
Ron Anderson - Alto , Tenor , Soprano saxophones and Flute
Mike Hirsh - Drums
Ben Harmsen - Bass
Geoff Spooner - Guitar
Kickstart the New Year right with a Night of Ctrl-Alt-Country!
Felix Worner, Al Speers & Hugh F come together at Bar 303 on Thursday 9 January for an intimate evening of folk and country adjacent song. Shake of the post-holiday blues right and immerse yourself in what promises to be a night you won’t forget
Doors from 7pm, Music from 7:30pm
Tickets are available here Felix Worner, Al Speers & Hugh F at Bar 303
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 entrancing voice and nostalgia-laden melodies that linger like a cheap perfume. The result is a solemn, woodsy, but poignant sound - like reminiscing in the mountain air; or playing a forgotten piano in an abandoned church.
Al Speers is an alt-folk musician who’s songwriting oscillates between introspection and exploration. They will be joined by Molly Jane and Tahnee Ollerton in a trio that comprises guitar, violin and three-part harmony.
If somebody was to go to a Hugh F show, they could just see some guy with a guitar singing about horses. Alternatively, Hugh F can be perceived as a charming boy with a velvety and nimble baritone voice. His folk stories are succinct, yet gripping… and yes, they are mainly about horses.
Don’t miss this opportunity
Giddy up!
A longtime composer and Bandleader, Monty’s compositions highlight the skill and voices of the improvisers they work with, whilst their melodies evoke the lyricism and drama of folk, jazz and classical music in equal measure.
This performance will feature the talents of:
Holly Moore- Alto Sax
Hector Harley – Tenor Sax
Nathan Liow– Piano
Jasper Bruten – Drums
Monty Shnier – Bass
'a strikingly gifted young bassist and composer' - Jessica Nicholas - The Age
Tickets $10
This event will take place on the land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation and we pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging.
Bohjass Jass Hub supports local original and improvised jazz music. With the longest ongoing residency at Bar 303, the Jass Hub features many musicians, ensembles, groups and bands from across Melbourne.
$5 Cash Entry on the door!!!
7pm - tba
8pm - tba
9:30pm - Bohjass
Bohjass are a high energy, experimental free jazz outfit at the forefront of the Melbourne Improvised Music scene.
Adam is a multi instrumentalist, singer and songwriter based in Melbourne, Australia. He developed as a songwriter and performer in the 1990’s Melbourne indie / alternative live music scene in the band Burnside - after which family life took center stage.
COVID lock-downs in Melbourne proved a blessing in disguise, with Adam returning to songwriting with renewed passion and urgency - writing close to 100 new songs.
Teaming up with long time friend, musician and producer Marcel Borrack and his production partner Tim Harvey, Adam’s debut album is now close to completion and due for release in early 2025.
The Calabrians & their show TFIF has been labeled crazy & nuts for what is an unprecedented move, by having the gig on a Saturday. “Hey hey it’s not Friday”. Saturday January 4. Bar 303. The Calabrians with special guests The Tommies. Doors open at 2pm. Tommies kick off 3pm followed by The Calabrians winding up at 6. Come and have a blast and help PIP celebrate his Birthday. Don’t miss it folks. BE THERE.
Organix
Ollie Rolfe (hammond), Harry Tinney (guitar) and Alby Rolfe (drums) return to Bar 303 playing music from their debut album 'Organix'. Blending funk, soul, jazz and beyond, they have been writing and playing together for over 6 years. Drawing inspiration from Jimmy Smith, Larry Young and John Scofield, as well as contemporary heavy hitters Soulive and Butcher Brown. The trio is currently spread across the globe - Ollie based in London and Harry in Amsterdam - so this is a special show reuniting the group and playing on home soil once again. Guesting with them will be the incredible vocalists Priscilla Stanley and Sunny Reyne.
Tix $20 (cash only) on the door.
Rounding off a magnificent year of parties 2024 has been our best year yet! Thanks to all our loyal supporters who roll through every month! Featuring an all star cast and a secret international guest!
IMMERSE - https://soundcloud.com/darkimmerse
EXELTEK - https://soundcloud.com/exeltek_dandolf
KODIAK KID - https://soundcloud.com/djkodiakkid
AURAMECHANIC - https://soundcloud.com/auramechanic
SPECIAL SECRET INTERNATIONAL GUEST??????
100 LIMITED FREE TICKETS VIA EVENTBRITE. ONLY VALID BEFORE 10pm!
Joe and Gabby and possibly a third person are going to talk about music and why we write music.
Come down to see some unreleased and possibly never before performed tunes.
@joeyjoeyjoeski of @sidesplitter_band
Indie art rockers PHOEBE’S DREAM (siblings Phil and John Smarty) are excited to be sharing new songs live from an upcoming 2025 album and playing songs from their back catalogue in their first live appearance in a year. (Big thanks to Archie Greagen for filling in on drums for the night). (10.15-11pm)
Also playing is a new Melbourne band called TRANSIENT BLUE.
The band is Moris (guitar) from Rain Factory, John Smarty (bass and guitar) from Phoebe’s Dream, emerging singer Oliver Smarty and Archie Greagen on drums.TRANSIENT BLUE pack a punch that is sure to make a sonic impact. This is their second gig. (9.15-10pm)
Opening the night is an emerging local artist, SAM CURTIS (Solo) combining his acoustic grooves, soothing vocals and blaring slide solo’s reminiscent of Australian greats such as Xavier Rudd, John Butler and Tash Sultana. (8.30-9pm)
$8 tickets will be available at the door on the night. Doors open 8pm.
Returning for the 6th time, join a merry gang of Melbourne's most seasoned sessional musicians as they romp their way through silly season songs.
You'll laugh, you'll cry, and maybe you'll remember what Christmas is all about.
Featuring an all star band and two sets of christmas entertainments, as well as a visit from the big guy Santa Claus himself (last time he was on vacation in Bali).
See you there!
Melbourne Funk, Rhythm and Blues. New Orleans to New York Hammond Funk.
Juicebox is back at 303 bringing soulful Hammond-organ grooves.
Join Melbourne's finest purveyors of Hammond B3 driven funky Christmas tracks, a night not to be missed. Joining Juicebox will be special guests, Bobby Flynn and possibly even Santa Claus.
Presented by Kicking the B at Bar 303
Tickets are $20 on the door.
Last gig of the year - End of an era. Seasonal shenanigans.
Featuring Craig Fermanis on guitar
Christopher Hale on bass guitar
Hugh Harvey on drums
Julien Wilson on sax
We still have a handful of GOLD LPs left with amazing gatefold artwork by Dale Cox.. Would make great collectors items/Christmas stocking fillers. CDs too.
Come and say hi/bye
2 sets from 8.30 - $20 at the door
Julien Wilson – tenor sax
Craig Fermanis – electric guitar
Chris Hale – bass guitar
Hugh Harvey – drums
Award-winning Australian saxophonist. Lionsharecords Director. D'Addario, TheoWanne & YAMAHA Artist.
$20 on the door
The Tonalists return to Bar 303, playing their ever expanding repertoire of original and reinterpreted Swampadelic Soul Blues, 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.
$15 Entry. pre-sale tickets
We’re excited to announce the last Rudi Sound @Bar303 gig for this year. Our very special guests are going to be Dub Dahlia & Dub Koala, aka Dub Divination Soundsystem. 303 High st Northcote, Saturday, 14th December, 8pm to 1am, FREE entry.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at LOOSE MOOSE 3, where the wildest talents gather to entertain, surprise, and inspire.
TICKETS:
https://events.humanitix.com/loose-moose-3
Tickets from $11.
(or if you're skint, email dave@fullon.biz for a donation-based access code)
Line-up includes:
MC Uncle David – An old-school showman in a gold suit, bringing his unique banterific humour straight from the Far North Queensland golf club circuit.
Liz Skitch – Queen of Kitsch, suburban fantasy, and smokin’ wordplay.
Murray Johnstone (Bermuda Shades) – A song-and-dance man with stomping tunes and endless charisma.
Simon Diamond & the Merry Xmas Drummers – Irresistible African grooves guaranteed to get you shaking your booty.
Mr. Alford – Chart-topping country songwriter bringing heartfelt melodies.
Didgeridoo A.I. – A radical didj blowout and ceremonial experience like no other.
Mitch King – Blak music, spoken word, and deadly rap and dance. As seen in NYC.
Dave Houston – Psyche punk storytelling that’ll have you leaving the room or joining the mosh pit. As seen in Werribee.
So Very Sophisticated – Sexy harmonies and witty joy from a sensational duo.
Mark Penzak – Death-themed stand-up comedy that’s eerily hilarious.
Stretch and the Truth – A one-man multi-instrumental powerhouse with accordion, stomp box, looper, and storytelling magic.
Don’t miss this epic lineup of creativity, music, and laughter!
DETAILED SCHEDULE OF ACTS
2.05-2.10pm
AWKward, an acknowledgement -
Mitch King & Dave Houston
2.10-2.25 pm
Mitch King - spoken word
2:30pm—2:45pm
So very Sophisticated - music
2:55–3.10pm
Murray Johnstone - music
3:15-3:25pm
Mark Penzak - stand up
3.35–3.45pm
Dave Houston - punk rock
3:55-4.10pm
Mr Alford - music acoustic
4.15-4.30
Liz Skitch - spoken word
4:40–4:55pm
Stretch & the Truth - music
5:05–5:20
Didjeridoo A.I.
5.20-5.40pm
Simon Diamond & the Merry Xmas Drummers
Starts outside then comes inside.
5.40-6.00 All star jam, spoken word, didj, rap dance party.
Another night of hardcore jungle with the Negative Pace massive. Stepping up to the platters that matter, this time around we have
BTKA (Negative Pace)
Campbell (The Blend)
Sk4nk
Tea Money
Zero1
The bar is open from 5pm, so come early and get appropriately loose; DJs start at 8 and finish at 1; bar closes at 3 so plenty of time to grab an Uber and head to kickons*.
*all advance tickets include discount "kickon" entry to another event on the same night. Please see our socials for further information.
Door tickets only if not sold out prior.
(No junglists left behind - limited free tickets available)
More details on Facebook/Insta @negativepace
No racism, no sexism, no dickheads.
Nobody is free until everybody is free.
We respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Negative Pace events are located and pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging.
Sarah Carso: playing with my electric trio again and the great Jeremy Poole Johnson on piano and Owen Downie on bass at Bar 303 on high st, Northcote one of the very last gig of 2024!!
Come join us for 2 special sets from 8 to 10pm
Tix available here > https://www.trybooking.com/CXPET
Julien Wilson's PotLuck + Kade Browntet (Berlin) + Harry Tinney Quartet (Amsterdam)
$20 at the door
Let's bring in the summer with a jam-packed night of live music. 3 of Melbourne's newest up and coming artists, ranging from RnB to Funk and Folk Pop hosted by national touring comedian Daniel Tohill.
Witness 2024 Australian Idol finalist Imogen Spendlove grace the stage with her powerhouse vocals and her unique audio production.
Welcome to Harvey Town, Population YOU! Get ready for a night of funk and jazz inspired pop as Harvey debuts his original music. After performing all over Melbourne, Harvey combines his Jazz influence with an energetic pop sound to create a performance that will blow you away.
Incredible musician, Tamperine, debuts his project. With intimate lyrics, pleasing vocals and a captivating performance, you don't want to miss Tamperine's first performance as a solo artist.
TIME
Doors at 8:00 PM
Starts at 8:30 PM
LOCATION
Bar 303
303 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
TICKET LINK
5pm , Thank Fuck it’s Friday Beer o’clock knock off work sessions with the The Calabrians + guests
Get yer Friday boots on and get on down… after work… free entry…..Yeehaw!
The Calabrians & Retro T-bones 1999 featuring Micheal Barclay & Hugh Martin. 2 trays of 1st class restaurant grade lamb up for grabs as well as T shirts. Don’t miss it folks
THE THURSDAY HAMMOND SESSIONS
"KICKIN THE B AT 303"
Doors at 8.00pm - Performance time: 9.00pm - 11.00pm
Formed from a common love of all things indecent in music, The Artie Styles Quartet delivers a boatload of high energy organ-driven jazz, funk and soul express to your eardrums. So if you are in need of deep satisfaction, pound your senses into sublimity with their sound. Featuring members from bands as diverse as City Calm Down and Clare Bowditch, they bring a vast wealth of experience and unpredictability that will keep you entertained and grooving. Featuring on Hammond - Cameron Fallaw, bass - Daniel Beinke , guitar - Max West and on the drum kit - Lee Armstrong. Tix $20 (cash only) on the door.
The Leslie will be spinning and the tone wheels in the mighty vintage B3 style Hammond Organ will be grinding to the music from Australia's finest Hammond Organ players with their highly acclaimed rhythmn sections and surprise guest musicians. Tix - $20 on the door.
Julien Wilson's SnakeEyes + Abby Constable Organ Trio (Syd) + Kade Browntet (Berlin)
$20, 7:30pm
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.
