MEMO Music Hall is a hallowed space.
Just make it onto the stage, artists need to be legends of some sort. But what makes a legend, you ask?
Perhaps it’s an enduring legacy – decades of practice and performance. Or maybe it’s show-stopping talent that you have to hear to believe. Whatever the reason, the MEMO stage is curated like no other, and this month is a perfect representation.
From big tributes to dazzling stars, here’s what’s on in January.
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The Great Gig In The Sky – A Pink Floyd Celebration
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- 9 & 10 January
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Dust off your Floyd tees and get ready for wall-to-wall psychedelic favourites as this beloved tribute band returns for two nights only. Backed by an all-star lineup featuring Mick Pealing, Darren Constable, Deborah Taylor, Cynthia Gallie and more, this show has become a summer staple that’ll have you singing Comfortably Numb under the St Kilda stars.
BOWIE UNZIPPED starring JEFF DUFF
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- 11 January
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Celebrate the glittering legacy of Bowie with Jeff Duff as your guide on this final farewell odyssey. It’s equal parts glam, soul and interstellar cool, perfect for fans who want to dance, swoon and bow to the ziggy skies.
Stefan Hauk
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- 15 January
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For one night only, blues-rock virtuoso Stefan Hauk hits Memo to perform his third album Before The Dawn with his crew and guest Geoff Achison in tow. Expect brooding riffs, fiery solos and a vibe that’ll make the mid-week melt away.
The Sharp
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- 17 January
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Melbourne power-pop favourites The Sharp are back to remind you why their hooks are still stuck in our heads. With classic hits, fresh energy and a brand new four-track EP to show off, this set is all about good vibes and great tunes.
Kathleen Halloran
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- 22 January
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Kathleen returns to bring an intimate, guitar-driven performance to Memo’s Ember Lounge: fiery, soulful and brimming with heart. It’s the perfect mid-week escape into raw songwriting and rich vocals.
Ross Wilson & The Peaceniks
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- 23 January
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A true Aussie legend hits Memo with decades of anthems in tow. Expect Daddy Cool, Mondo Rock favourites and tales from a half-century of hits, plus special guest Angus Robb to boot. A must-see for fans of Aussie rock history.
An Evening With Steve Kilbey Of The Church: Flukes Hoaxes and Whims
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- 24 January
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Steve Kilbey returns to Memo for another deep, reflective night with songs, stories and unexpected detours. Longtime Church fans and curious new listeners alike will dig this intimate dive into an icon’s world.
Richard Clapton
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Clapton celebrates Music Is Love (1966–1970) across two nights of timeless covers and classic chops. It’s a sweet homage to the hippie era, wrapped in Clapton’s warm vocals and impeccable guitar sense.
Juke Kartel
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- 31 January
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Wrap up January with a bang: Melbourne alt-rock powerhouse Juke Kartel reunite with support from Rusty (Electric Mary) for a gritty, riff-charged celebration. Think soaring vocals, crunchy guitar hooks and that triumphant ‘we’re back!’ energy.
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This article was made in partnership with MEMO Music Hall.
