Over Our Dead Body is a grassroots artist-run initiative, created by Alex Lahey and Sophie Payten (Gordi), with a vision to grow local fan bases for local artists by curating unique, intimate gigs.
Over Our Dead Body is proud to partner with Music Victoria to present their Round Sound series. On Friday May 31st at The Round in Nunawading, four of Victoria’s most exciting current songwriters will take to the stage and trade performances of old songs, fresh releases and works-in-progress.
Melbourne/Naarm-based singer-songwriter Maple Glider brings her critically acclaimed folk rock to Over Our Dead Body at The Round, fresh from her debut Vivid Live set.
Stay tuned for the line-up announcement with previous guests of Over Our Dead Body including Oscar Dawson (Holy Holy), Ruby Gill and Phoebe Go we're sure there's something incredible coming.
Due to overwhelmingly popular demand, Kate Miller-Heidke adds extra dates to the already massive CATCHING DIAMONDS National Regional Tour of Australia.
Kate Miller-Heidke is an award-winning singer-songwriter who traverses the worlds of folk, pop, opera and musical theatre. She has performed on stages as varied as the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Coachella, the New York Metropolitan Opera, the Eurovision Song Contest, the Sydney Opera House, and the Roebuck Bay Hotel, Broome.
And now, after long months locked away writing songs, she’s hitting the road to play in dozens of beautiful theatres around Australia.
Kate will be playing her greatest hits and most beloved pop songs, as well as performing tracks from her original musicals Muriel’s Wedding the Musical and the new Bananaland, some unexpected covers, taking requests, and telling stories from across her varied career. Excitingly, she’ll also be debuting new material from her forthcoming 6th studio album, which will dive deep into the genre of ‘gothic folk’.
This is a special opportunity to see Kate in intimate, stripped-back mode, accompanied by her long-term collaborator Keir Nuttall on guitar.
(The bendy poles from Eurovision will be there emotionally, but not physically).
Kate says of the upcoming tour, “Playing live has always been at the heart of what I do - I live for it. I can’t wait to get back to some places I haven’t been in AGES, and some I’ve never been to, and connect with my amazing audiences across Australia. Regional crowds are some of the greatest people to play for!”
Like all Kate Miller-Heidke shows, the CATCHING DIAMONDS tour will be a celebration of voice, storytelling, emotion, humour and music that transports and transcends, of discovering anew each night the transformative connection between the performer and the audience.
| With special guest Georgia Mooney |
ABOUT KATE MILLER-HEIDKE:
Kate is a unique, evergreen artist who is constantly attracting new audiences of music lovers of all ages. After studying classical voice at the Queensland Conservatorium, she moved into the world of folk, and was crowned ‘The Queen Of Woodford Folk Festival’ before embarking on a career in alternative pop.
Chart topping hits, critically acclaimed albums, international songwriting awards, world tours, a Neighbours commercial, musical theatre, performing roles for the English National Opera and Metropolitan Opera, TV roles, a kid, Helpmann Awards, Eurovision, 17 ARIA nominations, death-defying acrobatics on top of a bendy pole, The Masked Singer (where she was appropriately dubbed The Queen), Shakespearean soundtracks, Broadway and the West End, football grand finals, and just recently, the Logies. She’s done it all, and she just keeps getting better. What’s next? Come along and find out!
Round Sound Industry Day presents an opportunity for Melbourne’s East to connect and grow on Saturday 11th May.
The day will feature a must-see showcase, by acclaimed artist Eliza Hull. Eliza Hull is a musical artist, writer, journalist, and disability advocate who has been drawing a loyal fan base across the country. Eliza will be supported by local emerging band FRANKY.
Aspiring musicians and industry professionals can also attend workshops throughout the day including Live Music Marketing presented by Laundry Echo, Accessibility in Music presented by Eliza Hull and Ready for Release by Box Hill Institute.
The day will also feature an industry leading discussion on the state of the music industry and next steps in the face of festival cancellations and a cost-of-living crisis.
Closing with networking drinks and canapes in The Round foyer.
Drag provocateur and drag queer Peppy Smears comes to Underground Cabaret. A creative culmination hailing from the worlds of opera, musicals and independent theatre who will make your dad ask questions.
Born in Tasmania, and borne of the drag scene in Melbourne; Peppy draws inspiration from icons such as Annie Lennox and David Bowie with a sprinkling of Elton John. They can regularly be found on the cabaret and independent theatre circuit, with highlights including ongoing touring with Tash York’s HAPPY HOUR, hosting events such as BOWIE BALL AUSTRALIA and CINEMASONG, as well as contributing to numerous projects in the Melbourne International Comedy, Midsumma, and Fringe Festivals.
Peppy is a glam-drogynous painted man armed with puns, sass and a touch of crass ready to take The Round by storm!
On the eve of announcing his new solo album, “This One’s For the Old Headz” to be released on his very own Weirder Together Records later this year, Ben Lee returns for a night of romantic anthems, clever wordplay and indie pop classics at The Round.
A multi-ARIA winning Australian “national treasure” who Rolling Stone recently declared is “just getting started”, a Ben Lee gig always guarantees an evening of pure fun.
Ben Lee comes to The Round as a part of Round Sound. A month of music at Melbourne’s newest performing arts centre.
Resonate /ˈrɛz(ə)neɪt/ verb / produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound.
The Bowery Theatre presents a diverse jam-packed music showcase over two nights in May.
FRIDAY 31 MAY
THNDO
Halo Vocal Ensemble
YARA
Resonate Youth Artists
MC & DJ: MzRizk
Resonate - Bowery Music Series continues to bring the best contemporary music Australia has to offer to Melbourne’s western suburbs alongside local and emerging artists.
PBS Radio DJ, MzRizk programs an incredible line up for Resonate – Bowery Music Series, which not only inject visual arts, performance and live music into the west but invites audiences to discover new voices, be inspired by songs, and find connection through sounds.
The second and final installation on Friday 31 May is headlined by vocal powerhouse THNDO, currently bringing her star power to the Broadway musical Rent across Australia, her powerful lyricism and rich-ranged vocals set to capture the audience at the Bowery Theatre. She will be supported by local choir sensations HALO Vocal Ensemble, directed by group leader Liona Tatafu, and Palestinian Naarm based songstress YARA. Bringing rich musical landscapes in between sets, event curator MzRizk will join the line-up as MC and DJ.
Doors + Bar open 7pm
Recommended for ages 16+
Ticket includes food curated by local Vietnamese, Middle Eastern and Pasefika eateries.
Check out full program and more about our artists at creativebrimbank.com.au/resonate
Resonate – Bowery Music Series is part of On the Road Again, a Victorian Government initiative delivered by Music Victoria to bring live music back across the state.
Resonate /ˈrɛz(ə)neɪt/ verb / produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound.
The Bowery Theatre presents a diverse jam-packed music showcase over two nights in May.
FRIDAY 17 MAY
Ziggy Ramo
Cool Out Sun
Immy Owusu
Resonate Youth Artists
DJ: Sensible J
MC: Bilalli
Resonate - Bowery Music Series continues to bring the best contemporary music Australia has to offer to Melbourne’s western suburbs alongside local and emerging artists.
PBS Radio DJ, MzRizk programs an incredible line up for Resonate – Bowery Music Series, which not only inject visual arts, performance and live music into the west but invites audiences to discover new voices, be inspired by songs, and find connection through sounds.
First up on Friday 17 May, Australian songwriter and storyteller Ziggo Ramo will be performing a very special set to launch his new book and album Human? and projected illustrations. He will be joined by afro-funk powerhouse Cool Out Sun led by formidable N'Fa Jones, and Immy Owusu as a duo with father Kojo Noah Owusu. Keeping the energy high all evening is one of this generation's most promising MCs Billali, and producer and percussionist Sensible J will keep you grooving between sets with his favourite funk and hip-hop beats.
Doors + Bar open 7pm
Recommended for ages 16+
Ticket includes food curated by local Vietnamese, Middle Eastern and Pasefika eateries.
Check out full program and more about our artists at creativebrimbank.com.au/resonate
Resonate – Bowery Music Series is part of On the Road Again, a Victorian Government initiative delivered by Music Victoria to bring live music back across the state.
Are strobes on the nose?
Hextape is a producer and classically trained musician. Our Carlson is a musician and a people's poet.
Weaving storytelling, cello, bass-heavy tracks, sonic and visual portrayals together, Hextape and Our Carlson, centre accessibility in both performance and production. They move through our world of loud and quiet, town cryer, and quiet revolutionary, holding on to analog visuals in an increasingly tech world. Both Hextape and Our Carlson amplify their punk ethos in a fight against the top end of town that they just may win. During this musical conversation, they’ll explore Hextape’s take on Our Carlson tracks, and vice versa. Feel the rush of a solo MRI rave, as a thespian narrates across a magnificent stage, strings whirling and puppets furling, during one night to never forget at the Darebin Arts Centre.
Estimated Running Time: 2 hours with an interval
Warnings: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
This event will be Auslan interpreted. For accessible or wheelchair bookings please contact: ticketing@darebin.vic.gov.au.
Image by Sienna Thornton
Bringing you a summer of live music, here in Ivanhoe.
For several months this year, Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub will be a place to catch performances by some fabulous artists from Australia’s contemporary live music scene.
In partnership with Music Victoria, we will be programming 2 bands for each event, featuring both emerging and established acts.
All are welcome to come and enjoy.
Growing up aside the sandstone mountains and wildflowers of the Grampians, Skye is inspired by her roots. Now calling Melbourne home she says, 'I take great pride in my heritage, and to combine both music and my background brings me an unexplainable amount of pride and happiness.' Skye’s vital relationship between her music and own life experience remains at the core of her art. Her body of work serving as a lens through which she continues to synthesise who, and what, her essence of being truly is.
An array of dazzling single releases have culminated in 2 fully-formulated albums, the chart-topping 2018 debut Friends with Feelings and 2021’s I Feel Better But I Don’t Feel Good, the latter resulting in Music Victoria’s award for Best Pop Act and thereby heralding Skye as one of Australia’s premier music-makers.
Like her ancestors before her, Skye’s art acts as a powerful vehicle of storytelling through song. Her clever knack for honest lyricism, coupled with a shimmering stage presence, become more than just tools in creating a unique live performance or recorded experience. Time and time again, it provides a pathway for the listener into a deeper connection with oneself, engaging in their own introspection toward a plane of self-discovery.
Zak Gully is a multi-talented indie-folk-pop singer-songwriter who is proficient in guitar and the didgeridoo. Hailing from the Dandenong Ranges, Gully's deep connection and love for Australian nature and animals, coupled with his passion for travel, serve as profound inspirations for his music. His uplifting lyrics and melodies are sure to bring everyone great fun.
Parking is available at ILCH. Venue is a 5-minute walk from Ivanhoe Train Station. The 510 and 548 bus routes stop at the venue.
Bringing you a summer of live music, here in Ivanhoe.
For several months this year, Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub will be a place to catch performances by some fabulous artists from Australia’s contemporary live music scene.
In partnership with Music Victoria, we will be programming 2 bands for each event, featuring both emerging and established acts.
All are welcome to come and enjoy.
With one of the most undeniable, ethereal, dramatic voices this side of Kate Bush, Katy Steele is returning to the stage in fine form, unveiling new music in a taste of what is to come from her forthcoming album. Delivering a string of intimate acoustic events across the country, Steele and good friend/music maestro Ben Witt will take new tunes on the road, with stripped-back previews of never-before-heard songs from her forthcoming album.
With almost 2 decades in the Australian music industry, Katy Steele continues to leave an impression with her profound songwriting and ethereal talent. Emerging at 19 years old as lead singer for ARIA-nominated outfit Little Birdy, Steele went on to release 3 studio albums with the band including BigBigLove, Hollywood and Confetti.
An established career drenched in highlights, Katy Steele is now carving out the next chapter of her already incredible career.
With her bold, alluring indie-rock music, Melbourne singer-songwriter Chitra Ridwan navigates the pressures and anxieties of relationships with the grace and skill of a dancer. Raised on the Bellarine Peninsula, Chitra found her calling in music early on, realising it was the world in which she felt safest and most seen.
Drawing from influences such as Big Thief's Adrienne Lenker and Julia Jacklin, and channelling the no-holds-barred honesty of classic 90s indie songwriters, it was a sharply-realised debut that announced Chitra as one of Melbourne's most talented songwriters.
Described as a 'bold and affecting' songwriter by Triple J's Declan Byrne, Chitra quickly won praise and adulation from tastemakers including Triple R, Pilerats and Fbi Radio, as well as support slots alongside artists like Lisa Mitchell, Vacations and Jaguar Jonze. Later this year, Chitra will release her anticipated debut album, produced by John Castle (Cub Sport, Hatchie, Angie McMahon).
Parking is available at ILCH. Venue is a 5-minute walk from Ivanhoe Train Station. The 510 and 548 bus routes stop at the venue.