Throw on your favorite worn-in flannel, lace up your combat boots, and step back into the golden age of alternative rock with Sounds of Seattle!

This high-octane 90s tribute experience pays homage to the legendary era of grunge: Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains.

From the raw, explosive energy of Smells Like Teen Spirit and the massive stadium anthems of Alive, to the heavy, sludgy riffs of Man in the Box, this live show delivers the authentic, face-melting nostalgia of the Pacific Northwest sound that defined a generation.

​Expect an electric night packed with massive riffs, blistering solos, and iconic anthems performed with blistering accuracy by some of Australia's best tributes to the genre. Whether you lived through the 90s grunge explosion or just love the timeless music it left behind, Sounds of Seattle is bringing the ultimate grunge party to Victoria this October.

Grab your crew, hit the bar, and get ready to scream every single word at the top of your lungs. Tickets will sell fast so don't miss out on the ultimate 90s rock celebration!

Tickets available now.

SOUNDS OF SEATTLE

Bully Hay brings an intimate acoustic set to life, stripping his songs back to their core. This time joined on drums and percussion by Drew Castles. Blending dark alt‑rock storytelling with moments of warmth and lift, his performance moves between grit and grace, carried by rich vocals, layered harmonies and atmospheric textures.

Following his 2024 debut Black Dogs and Songbirds (#7 ARIA CHARTS) — an 11-track release produced, recorded and mixed by Jeff Martin of The Tea Party — Bully Hay now enters a defining new chapter with his new, second album "Anywhere But Here" in hand which came in at #3 on the ARIA Charts for best Australian Album and #1 on the AIR Charts for best independent album.

A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, Bully has toured nationally, performing at Festival of Voices, Taste of Summer and Festivale, and supporting artists including Jeff Martin (The Tea Party) on two national tours, Monique Brumby, Dead Letter Circus, Ash Grunwald, The Wolfe Brothers and Boy & Bear.

Audiences can expect honest lyrics, dynamic musicianship and a relaxed sense of connection in a room that feels more like a gathering than a gig. This is a chance to experience Bully Hay’s music in its simplest and most direct form.

Bully Hay - Live & Acoustic

Victorian heavyweights Dreadnaught are taking their Regional Reign of Despair across Victoria this October, joined by special guests Fall & Resist for three nights of Australian metal in Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong.

Formed in the early '90s, Dreadnaught have spent more than three decades carving out their place in Australian heavy music. Across a career that has included releases through Roadrunner Records, extensive touring and stages shared with the likes of Testament and Devin Townsend, the band has built a sound that moves through thrash, groove, progressive metal and straight-up heavy rock.

Their latest album, Shutdown in a Heartbeat, arrived in 2025 and saw Dreadnaught return with renewed force, combining the weight and aggression of their earlier work with a darker, progressive edge.

Joining them across all three dates are Fall & Resist, bringing their own collision of melodic death metal, metalcore and post-metal. Formed in regional Victoria in 2016, Fall & Resist have built their reputation around emotionally charged songwriting, sorrowful melody and hostile aggression, delivered through an energetic and commanding live show.

Following the release of Dissolved in Misery in 2025, Fall & Resist enter this run in their heaviest incarnation yet. The four-track EP pushes the band's sound into darker territory, balancing brooding atmosphere and melody against increasingly aggressive instrumentation.

Three nights of crushing riffs, aggression and volume as Dreadnaught and Fall & Resist take the Regional Reign of Despair through Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong. With a different local line-up joining the carnage at every stop, expect loud, live and aggressive. Get in the pit and join the Reign of Despair.

DREADNAUGHT - REGIONAL REIGN OF DESPAIR

SHONEN KNIFE

Moler

SHONEN KNIFE re-cuttin’ Australia/NZ 2026

Shonen Knife – ever glowing. Ever sharp. As they continue to ride their all out rocking planet with their ever-vescent neon popping punk fun - from Japan 45 years going strong. With the upcoming release on AUG 21 of their Re-Cut seminal 1992 album Let’s Knife in Australia/NZ via Valve/MGM – Naoko, Atsuko and Risa cut into the sugar lines of their current world touring to chop it all up in their favourite wonderland of oz. Twist em’ up barbie!

With special guests Moler.

Aussie indie rock icons MOLER are firing on all cylinders following the release of their blistering new album 69—their second full-length release since their 1997 ARIA-nominated debut Golden Duck. Bursting with fuzzy guitars, razor-sharp hooks and Riot Grrrl attitude, 69 captures the unmistakable Moler sound: raw, melodic, loud and gloriously unpredictable. On stage, those songs take on a life of their own, delivered with the intensity, chemistry and infectious energy that have become the hallmark of a Moler show. It's a fierce statement from a band reborn, proving Moler remains every bit as vital, uncompromising and electrifying as ever.

SHONEN KNIFE (JAPAN)

The amazing Out Of Control Army are heading to Australia for the very first time this October for an explosive national tour presented by Focus Group Music and Ska Nation.

Formed in Mexico City in 2014, Out Of Control Army have become one of the most exciting bands in the international ska scene. Fusing classic Jamaican ska roots, punk energy, Latin fire and powerhouse brass arrangements, the band has built a reputation for unforgettable live performances and a rapidly growing worldwide following. Their music combines sharp musicianship, infectious rhythm and the kind of crowd connection that turns every show into a celebration.

Australian audiences may already know of the band through their 2024 Mexican tour with Melbourne Ska Orchestra, a successful run that helped spark their desire to tour Australia. A special recording from that tour is set for release to coincide with these long-awaited Australian dates.

Joining them on all shows are Melbourne ska favourites The Resignators. Formed in 2005, The Resignators are one of Australia’s most respected ska acts, known for high-energy performances, strong songwriting and a horn-driven sound that blends ska, reggae, punk and soul influences. Over two decades they have toured widely, built a loyal following and represented Australian ska on the international stage.

Earlier in 2026, The Resignators joined the amazing Out Of Control Army in Mexico, where the two bands formed a strong friendship that now brings them together again for this special Australian run.

Expect massive brass lines, dancefloor rhythms, singalongs, punk spirit and the joyful energy that only ska can deliver. This is a rare chance to catch one of Mexico’s finest live bands on their debut Australian visit, backed by one of Australia’s best.

Do not miss the amazing Out Of Control Army with special guests The Resignators this October.

Out Of Control Army (Mexico) Australia 2026

Mudhoney

"When it comes to grunge or even just Seattle, I think there was one band that made the definitive music of the time. It wasn't us or Nirvana, but Mudhoney. Nirvana delivered it to the world, but Mudhoney were the band of that time and sound." - Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam)

Seminal Seattle four-piece Mudhoney return to Australia this October to play a bunch of club shows and headline 4ZZZ FM’s “Zed 51” Festival. The grunge pioneers also add a handful of New Zealand dates for the first time in over a decade.

Since forming in 1988, Mudhoney quickly became the flagship act for legendary independent label Sub Pop and to date has released over 25 official primary releases spanning over three decades.

Their provocative debut single ‘Touch Me I’m Sick’ and 1992 hit ‘Suck You Dry’ cemented them as pioneers of the late 80’s early 90’s grunge explosion, with their sound an instrumental foundation of the era. In 2023 they released their 11th studio album ‘Plastic Eternity’ showing no signs of slowing down.

“Seeing Mudhoney live is a masterclass in primal, unapologetic garage-punk consistently delivering high-octane shows defined by fuzzy, sludgy guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and Mark Arm's signature snotty, throat-shredding vocal delivery” – themusic.com.au

MUDHONEY (USA) AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026

BELLA DEER returns with her band to Volta to celebrate the release of 'Black Dots', the brand-new single from the Geelong-based alt-pop storyteller.

Renowned for her soaring, emotive vocals and songwriting prowess, 'Black Dots' is her first release since the 2024 EP Age of Alchemy, which birthed favourites 'Shipwreck Coast' and 'In the Nebula'.

If you love a strong vocals, piano-led ballads, atmospheric guitars, and dreamy alt-pop in the vein of Florence + The Machine or London Grammar, this show is for you.

With special guests Cooper Nathanael and Apples.

BELLA DEER 'BLACK DOTS' SINGLE LAUNCH

Slowburn return to blow the roof off The Volta. Off the back of releasing their crushing single “Wounded”

Lockjaw will be hitting the Western Freeway with their in your face Hardcore brutality.

KOH (NT) are coming down for their debut interstate show. After just releasing their EP “Golden Death” the 0812 groove merchants are hungry to show you what the NT is made of.

Deathsguilt will be debuting their first performance of Ballarat Violence.

Saturday 24th October

Volta - Ballarat - 18+

$20 pre sale / $25 on the door

Doors @ 7pm

Slowburn Ballarat Headliner

You are summoned to the SUBCENTER x BEKORATIONS Halloween Spooktacular!

Prepare for a Ghoulish night of horrors, & torment at Ballarat's best and biggest Halloween party in a fully decorated and immersive night of dance, connection and horrifying costumes at Volta Ballarat! Line up TBA Shortly.

Featuring

-Live EDM DJ's

-Lighting projections & Lasers

-Live dance & flow Performers

-Decor & stage transformed by Bekorations

-BASS, DNB & Techno genres

-A best dressed competition! 10 free drink cards for who ever shares the event and comes dressed up as their most spooky self! (to be awarded on the night)

If you're new here you may be wondering what is SUBCENTER?

We're a group of Ballarat based locals whose goal it is to bring back to life the alternative EDM dance and rave scene in Ballarat and to give like minded people a safe space to gather and connect through sound dance and connection, come check it out and see what it's all about!

The event will run 7pm-3am and be hosted at Volta Ballarat 3350

Tickets are $20 on the door!

We hope to see you all there.

SUBCENTER X BEKORATIONS HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

To celebrate the upcoming release of their highly anticipated new album, WoodHill will embark on a nationwide tour, bringing their powerful live show to fans across the country. Featuring brand new songs alongside fan favourites, the tour promises an unforgettable experience and a first look at the band’s next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to catch WoodHill live and loud!

WoodHill is a three-piece rock band from Cronulla, Sydney, blending the raw grit of ’90s grunge with a modern edge. Known for explosive live performances, they’ve built a strong reputation across Sydney’s live scene, selling out headline shows and cultivating a fast-growing fanbase. Now entering a new creative chapter, WoodHill return with refined songwriting and new music on the way.

WoodHill ‘Your Sound’ Launch Party

After 2025's sell out run along the East Coast, Sydney's Godfathers of Psychedelic Jangle Guitar Pop from the eighties THE CRYSTAL SET are back with all your favourite old songs and some new ones from their forthcoming album.

The bands new single Critical Mass has been getting plays around Australia. Backseat Mafia wrote “jingle jangle psych pop of the highest order: enigmatic, anthemic and very cool."

The band features the two original songwriters Russell Kilbey and Phil Maher, along with Paul Abrahams on bass (The Reels, Wendy Mathews), Murray Cook on Guitar and Keys (Midnight Oil, Mentals and Warumpi Band ) and powerhouse drummer Rudi Webber.

Supported by the ever alluring Alannah Russack (The Hummingbirds) and Sydney Bubble Grunge Punks Postcards From Pluto.

Return of The Crystal Set

Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award winning blues and soul troubadour, recognised for his exceptional gift as a born entertainer. His unique talent has earned him numerous industry accolades, and extensive praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as "One of the best one-man shows he's ever seen!"

Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as "one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard" (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk's vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound that is fast becoming his own.

Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he's not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he's become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers. Moreover, he's also had the honour of opening for household names such as blues maestro Joe Bonamassa, soul sensation Allen Stone, and the indomitable Beth Hart; further solidifying his place in the landscape of contemporary music.

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