Stay Gold does some of its finest work catering to the niche, the specific, the underground.
Were you a Twilight kid in high school? Do you reminisce on your favourite Turkish hits? Do you secretly wish you could go back to 2005, fringe bangs, skinny jeans and all?
Well, don’t worry, because Stay Gold’s got the perfect event for you. And that’s on top of all the Australian exclusive headline shows and local and emerging acts they platform. This month is no different, with a suite of tribute parties, DJ nights, gigs and eclectic events to enjoy.
Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here.
Love Police Deliver: Jon Spencer! w/ The Gnomes
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- 2 October
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Expect a raw blast of rock ’n’ roll as longstanding alt-indie-punk icon Jon Spencer teams up with The Gnomes to bring Stay Gold into overdrive. Dishing out tracks from across their mini EP SICK OF BEING SICK!, it’ll be one of those shows you’ll still be buzzing about days later.
Suzi
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- 3 October
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Melbourne local indie-rock darling Suzi is celebrating the release of her debut album Patchwork with this headline show. If you’ve been following her growth, from opening for The Wonder Years and Joyce Manor to her viral backyard music video, this is your chance to catch her stepping up big.
Taylor Swift ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Release Party
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- 3 October
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Get ready for a glittery, all-out Taylor Swift extravaganza. Think showgirl aesthetics, Swift’s bangers, drink specials, drag shows and a crowd that’ll be belting out every lyric. Perfect if you want something theatrical and fun.
Elm Street & Devil Electric
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- 4 October
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A double dose of heavy is here, as Elm Street and Devil Electric team up for a double header alongside new kids Kings Vengeance. If you’re a metal head, a mosher or just a menace, this one’s for you.
Kathleen Halloran // Dusty
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- 5 October
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Melbourne’s Kathleen Halloran and Adelaide’s Dusty Lee Stephenson are set to weave some quieter, more emotional threads (with the odd spike, we bet), in a nice counterpoint to the heavier bills. With intimate storytelling, golden era guitar, genre fusions and powerful voices to boot, it’ll be soul-stirring.
Emmure (USA)
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- 7 October
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For anyone who’s into breakdowns, screaming vocals and ferocious stage energy, Emmure are gonna bring the heat at this show with To The Grave and Gravemind. This will be their only headline on their Aussie tour as they open for I Killed The Prom Queen, so don’t miss out.
Kadikoy Mixtape Back To School Vol.2
- 10 October
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This recurring Turkish cafecore party has become a monthly favourite. This edition will be a throwback mixtape party featuring nostalgic tracks in Turkish and English, crowd favourites, and a high schooler costume contest.
NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL DAD ROCK
- 10 October
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If your dad’s got great taste (or maybe questionable taste you secretly love), this is his anthem night. Modern rock, sing-alongs, beers, $10 Jagerbombs… all the essentials. It’s perfect family bonding material.
When We Were Young – Tribute Party
- 11 October
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A tribute to the emo/punk/alt heyday, Stay Gold’s borrowing a bit of energy from the iconic When We Were Young festival in America. Hosted by EMO AF, this one offers unmatched energy, throwbacks galore and maybe even tears (happy or otherwise).
Live Forever: Lil Peep Appreciation Night – Melbourne
- 11 October
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For Lil Peep fans, this one’s a night of love, memories and appreciation. It’ll be a touching tribute to his unique songs and style, featuring all the hits as well as music from $uicideboy$, Lil Tracy, Ghostmane and more.
50 Lions
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- 16 October
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Alert: hardcore legends 50 Lions are dropping New Reality, their first new music in nearly a decade. To celebrate the end of their hibernation, they’re hitting Stay Gold along with Horse Power, Near Death Experience and T.C.B.
Club Twilight: 20 Year Anniversary Party
- 18 October
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Celebrating 20 years of the unforgettable vampire series, this spooky evening will feature the soundtrack spinning all night as well as other defining hits of the era.
Bleed From Within
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- 22 October
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Metalheads, rise up. Scottish heavy-hitters Bleed From Within are on the bill for their one and only sideshow as they support The Ghost Inside, and it’s bound to be intense. If you want brutal riffs and a tight live show, this’ll deliver.
Day of Contempt
- 24 October
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This one leans towards heavy chaos – Day of Contempt is all about raw emotion, hardcore energy and metal motive. With Forewarned, Demise and Seven Hells getting the party started, it’s sure to get sweaty fast.
JUNIPERO (Lez & Queer): NAARM POP-UP
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- 25 and 26 October
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Lez & Queer club JUNIPERO is celebrating three years of show-stopping parties with a two-night pop-up. Featuring performers, DJs and go-go dancers galore, it’ll be a community-oriented event featuring bold talents, arts-infused moments and lots of love.
HALLOWEEN CRAZY AT STAY GOLD! NIGHTMARE FUEL Featuring The Night Terrors
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- 31 October
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Billed as “the most terrifying lineup in town”, this party will be led by The Night Terrors and will also feature Phantom Panda Power Wizard Master Smasher and Chief Whip. Dress to impress and prepare for a scare.
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This article was made in partnership with Stay Gold.
