To find out if your favourite emerging band really has the chops to go big time, you have to see them live.
The Bergy provides the perfect opportunity. With a dense, intimate bandroom with immaculate sound, an excitable yet discerning crowd of regulars, and a prime Sydney Road location, it’s one of Melbourne’s best places for bands to cut their teeth and for fans to discover cool new acts before everyone else does.
This month, the venue is playing host to buzzy new acts and international visitors alike. Heavy metal, alt-pop, hip-hop, dance, femme-punk and RnB will all grace the stage across August, so there’s something for each niche taste. However, our recommendation is just to show up on a random night, grab a round of pints and see what you get. There’s magic in the unknown.
Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here.
OUT LOUD
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- 6 August
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One of Melbourne’s top emerging alt-metal bands EVEYA are bringing the heat with a stacked night of original metal and hard rock alongside Crestfallen and Riot Act. Prepare for heavy riffs, soaring melodies, dynamic grooves and frontwoman Annie Jones going full throttle in a set that blends Tool and Deftones vibes with their own fresh edge.
The Afterlove World Tour
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- 7 August
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Dark pop star RudyWade brings his world tour to Brunswick with fellow American artists gonedark, LeGrand and JayBenz in tow for a night packed with emotive bangers and high-energy sets. Jam packed with overseas talent, it’ll be the kind of show that sticks with you long after the last note.
GUNK! – Girls in Punk
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- 8 August
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A fierce lineup of femme punk powerhouses is taking over for another stacked GUNK night full of raw energy and attitude. Following a sold-out show a few months back, this one will feature circle pits, singalongs and that classic Bergy chaos in the best way possible. The recently-announced lineup features R.U.B, Loose Content, Operation Karma, Beth Seymour and The Lizzies, The Screamagers and DJ Sunny Bonez.
Dugong Jr
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- 14 August
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Melbourne-born dance artist Dugong Jr is dropping fresh grooves with soaring melodies and infectious beats to celebrate the new EP Meant To Me. Catch this genre-bending producer lighting up the room with an unforgettable live set.
Winter Smash: Debut
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- 15 August
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Cut2TheChase is throwing the debut edition of Winter Smash, an all-ages afternoon showcase packed with Melbourne’s rising underground talent including oh.sp1da!, yusi, SinLvcci, Venusz, kutta!, rykor, noa!, justkillm3, qu1nnix, 719o23 and ikaint. It’s all about hip-hop, rap, alternative and experimental energy building that next wave community vibe.
Alisya Rae
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- 15 August
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Alisya Rae is launching her For the Night EP alongside Isagani and MIAR for a night of smooth vibes and big feels. The international performer is best known for her magnetic stage presence, impressive voice and empowering songwriting.
Dizzy Days
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- 21 August
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Pop-rock girl group Dizzy Days hit the road with their Tunnel Vision Tour alongside special guests Matilda Pearl and Tushar for a wild ride through catchy hooks and high-octane energy. Get along for one of the most fun nights on the August calendar.
Echo Bravo 2026
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- 22 August
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The fourth edition of Echo Bravo brings Blind Girls (QLD), Craning, Gil Cerrone, Ritual Disorder (QLD), Gush, In Her Palms, Wriding and a secret band for a full day of heavy, atmospheric and experimental sounds. There will be festival vibes all day in the bandroom.
Ultravlt X Wicked Envy
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- 23 August
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Ultravlt and Wicked Envy face off on this tour stop with Grass Stains in support for a punchy night of post-hardcore, emo and rock bangers. Qona knows how to put on a belter, and this one is all the evidence you need.
Bad Neighbour
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- 28 August
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Bad Neighbour hit the road with their The Burns From The X-Ray tour alongside Win Big and Dive Down, delivering gritty riffs and raw storytelling that Brunswick crowds love. Celebrating the release of their banger second album, they’ll be pulling no punches on this stop.
CAPTIVES
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- 29 August
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After nearly two years off the stage, Melbourne hard rockers Captives are back with a bang, launching their explosive new single On Fire alongside Paranormal Activities, Tiny Red Houses and Copperhead. Fresh from recording in New York with heavyweight producers, this is the return show full of renewed energy, big riffs and that classic Bergy sweat.
Emerson x Matilda Pearl
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- 30 August
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Emerson and Matilda Pearl team up for the LEAP! On Tour. Two surprising new voices in the Aussie alt-pop scene, they’re set for an intimate and uplifting evening of songwriting and big choruses – the perfect way to wrap the month.
For everything the Bergy bandroom has to offer in August and beyond, head here.
This article was made in partnership with the Bergy Bandroom.
