Body Tax is back! at Old Bar on 8th of August to launch their new single, ‘Infused and Confused’.

“I'm perfectly incapable of making myself loud and proud” sums up the song perfectly. It's about the disorientating reality of telling someone you're fine while you're truly screaming internally. Blending anxious tension with abrasive guitars and uneasy rhythms, Infused and Confused drags hidden emotions into the open.

Body Taxes bring their emotionally charged live show that thrives on vulnerability, noise, and the uncomfortable moments most of us try to hide.

Joined by Notch Cut + more.

BODY TAX

To Celebrate the graduate film “Jane In Rewind” going into production, we are holding a fundraiser gig with local acts “Funkytown Fish” “The Inspector” and “Killer Robots From The Future”

A night to support local music acts and local filmmakers, showcasing and supporting the creative world in one night.

KILLER ROBOTS FROM THE FUTURE

A Naarm based 4 piece punk outfit. They show up to say what’s what and say it loud while blending elements of modern and old school punk elements

FUNKYTOWN FISH

Funkytown Fish is a punk/indie rock foursome bringing the riot grrel movement of the 90s into the 21st century. The band dives into politics, gender, sexuality and life as a fem-presenting person with killer breakdowns and high energy instrumentals. Funkytown Fish exude raw energy, unadulterated rage and will not be ignored.

THE INSPECTOR

The Inspector is a band from Saigon and Melbourne. With a fusion of diverse cultures, The Inspector have a unique sounds, extremely infectious catchy songs but also combines them with energetic psychedelic and noisy performances. Emotional song writing at max volume and a constant state of beautiful ear worm melodies.

'JANE IN REWIND' FILM LAUNCH FUNDRAISER

Joan & The Giants

Joan & The Giants are a must-see act from Western Australia, now based in Melbourne, crafting heart-on-sleeve alt-pop rock that fuses stadium-sized energy with shimmering, deeply intimate lyricism.

This August 2026, they’re bringing their powerhouse live show to The Old Bar for a special Tuesday night residency, joined each week by some of the most exciting emerging local Naarm bands.

No two Tuesdays will be the same — expect new songs, forgotten favourites, unexpected covers, special guest appearances, and plenty of moments that only happen in a packed room on a winter night. Come get cosy, sip some wine, and dance your way through the cold with Joan & The Giants.

Joan & The Giants - August Residency

WAPPERIN — AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026

Nagoya’s extreme new-wave mavericks WAPPERIN return to Australia this August for a limited run of explosive live shows.

Driven by the pounding drums of Hiroshi Hasegawa and the wild vocals and twisted keyboards of FUJIN (Hiroka Hasegawa), WAPPERIN collide jagged synths, unpredictable rhythms and off-kilter pop melodies with the raw energy of Japan’s underground music scene. Strange, playful and relentlessly physical, their performances transform the stage into a whirlwind of sound, movement and controlled chaos.

Following their successful first Australian visit in 2025, WAPPERIN return for a handful of intimate shows across Victoria. Expect pounding beats, warped electronics and an unforgettable performance from one of Nagoya’s most distinctive underground acts.

WAPPERIN (JPN)

Ritual Disorder and Razorblades from Meanjin are being joined by Naarm’s finest for this very special night!

RITUAL DISORDER

Supermodels are back!

Following a short break after the release of their well-received album SUPERMODERN in February, the band realised they were sitting on 5 unreleased tracks from those recording sessions that definitely deserve to see the light of day. The resulting 8-song EP, set for digital release on August 14, shall be titled EXTRAMODERN, and also includes 3 live tracks of the mods at their ferocious gigging best! To celebrate the band is hitting the Old Bar with friends Violet and Chelsea Hotel. BE THERE OR BE DISAPPOINTED (the only 2 options xx).

SUPERMODELS - launch

Thin Skin, out Friday 8th August via BDK Records, is the sophomore EP of Naarm-based alternative rock band, Back Pocket.

The EP marks the beginning of a new synthesiser-led chapter for the band, in an evolution that leans deeper into their new wave influences, while remaining true to the group’s trademark dolewave-meets-riot grrrl sound.

Back Pocket will launch the EP on Friday 28th August at the Old Bar playing alongside the Genevieves (SA), who are also celebrating the release of their latest single, ‘Sprinkler,’ which explores the catharsis in processing life and loss through our relationships with dogs; how grieving a strong, yet short-lived bond reminds us of our own mortality and how all relationships will ultimately reach a conclusion.

Supporting the pair of powerhouses will be local stars Equestrian Fields."

BACK POCKET - launch

With his guitar in hand, and a little help from his friends, a suite of jangly bedroom rock numbers are ready to be let loose. Justin's latest full length album 'Dive', is set for release very soon and to celebrate he'll be playing all the new tunes at good ol' Old Bar. The show will be with his full band as well as shows from very special guests Postures and Mho (Canmaster Smash).

JUSTIN KELLY

Australian indie alt-rock trio Polly have announced the Maybe Australian Tour in support of their new EP Maybe.

The run of shows will see the band take their dynamic live set across the country, marking their most ambitious touring run to date. With momentum at an all-time high, the Maybe Australian Tour captures a band stepping into a defining new chapter, bringing their latest material to stages nationwide. Tickets go on sale, Saturday May 30 at midday [INSERT LINK]

The announcement follows the release of recent single Tell Your Friends, a raw and resonant track that highlights Polly’s balance of vulnerability and intensity.

Polly have steadily built momentum off the back of a string of releases earning national attention, including support from triple j and triple j Unearthed. Known for their energetic live shows and honest, guitar-driven songwriting, the three-piece have quickly established themselves as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging indie acts.

Having already shared stages with Spacey Jane, Hockey Dad, The Belair Lip Bombs and The Grogans, Polly now bring that growing reputation to a full national run, with the Maybe tour set to introduce the band to their widest audience yet.

Supports TBA.

POLLY

Pub-punk misfits The Antics are hitting the road for their very first headlining tour!

After a busy year which included the release of their debut record and subsequent sold out launch, the hard ‘n’ fast rockers are bringing the ruckus up the coast with the All Bets Are Off

tour!

Operating on Wurundjeri land, The Antics have carved out a hectic journey over the past year; touring with These New South Whales and Delivery, support slots for C.O.F.F.I.N., Cosmic Psychos and Mini Skirt, as well as their self-titled debut album, released via Rack Off Records.

Pairing the unrelenting drive and electric riffage of punk’s progenitors with scathing lyrics on femininity, police corruption and the human experience - they’re tough, and they’re rockin’ up at your doorstep whether you like it or not!

THE ANTICS

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