Say goodbye to the start-of-week slump and head down to The Beast in Carlton for Casual Interplay — a free, late-night improvised jam session that flips the script on Monday monotony.
Launching on Monday 26 May this fortnightly event invites musicians and music lovers alike to kick back, tune in, or jump on stage for a genre-hopping night of live experimentation. Whether you’re ready to riff or just want to soak up the vibe, Casual Interplay at The Beast promises a spontaneous sonic experience unlike anything else in town.
Casual Interplay at The Beast
- Launches Monday 26 May | 8pm till late
- Free entry | Fortnightly event
- The Beast, 80 Lygon Street, Brunswick East
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At the centre of the action is Origami Jazz Fight, a Naarm-based five-piece known for their fluid and fearless style. Expect shape-shifting soundscapes spanning jazz, soul, ambient, Afro, R&B and beyond, with the setlist changing as fast as the mood. No two nights will be the same — and that’s the point.
“Musicians of Naarm, bring your gear and your best idea,” welcomes The Beast. “If you feel the pull, jump up and play.”
And if you’re not musically inclined? You’re still part of the interplay. Grab a drink, throw out a genre request, and watch the band respond in real time. It’s all about casual vibes, open expression, and blurring the line between performer and audience.
Notably, bassist Billy (Wayan Biliondana) — a former member of Psychedelic Porn Crumpets — brings deep groove and serious pedigree to the stage, adding another layer of intrigue for fans of Australia’s alternative scene.
Whether you come to chill or come to play, Casual Interplay is making Mondays matter again — one jam at a time.
