Memo Music Hall has a packed lineup this October, check out all that's on next month.
Memo Music Hall have got ‘horny’ acts (not what you think), anniversary tours, soulful storytelling and everyone’s favourite singalong.
From the revival of living legends to tributes and homages that’ll take you back to the real thing, Memo Music Hall celebrates the greats like only they can, while giving space to the next wave of young talent.
See what’s on at Memo Music Hall for October.
Check out our gig guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide. Follow us on Instagram here.
‘No Static at All’ – ‘The Music of Steely Dan’
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- 2 October
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There’s no question that Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-ers Steely Dan have cemented their place as genre-fusing legends of music.
They’ve sold over 40 million albums, and you probably have a few. But here’s no substitute for listening live – enter, The Kites. For one night, this 9-piece band of pros (and Steely Dan superfans) are bringing the hits to life on stage.
Join them for a night of rock music masterpieces in homage to one of history’s greatest bands.
Rock Academy 45 Live – The Next Generation of Rock
- 3 October
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Come catch the next big thing and see the new wave of young talent at Rock Academy.
This school holidays school of rock gives teenage musicians the chance to pull together a band, a setlist and a show to show off their stuff. Under the mentorship of indie rockers, The Teenage Dads, this pool of 70 young artists from Victoria, NSW and WA are kicking off their music careers with a bang.
Come on down and see the future of rock.
Painters and Dockers feat. Jeremy Oxley (Sunnyboys)
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- 3 October
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It’s a legendary crossover of Aussie greats. The Painters and Dockers will take the stage, performing their iconic 1986 album, Bucket, from start to finish, joined onstage by Jeremy Oxley of 80s powerpop powerhouse, The Sunnyboys, for a few special throwbacks.
Expect hits like ‘Kill Kill Kill’ and ‘Jealousy’.
The incredible live album Buckets was recorded over two wild nights at Richmond’s Tropicana Club and Prahran’s Cosmic Comet Kaos Ball, capturing the golden age of live pub rock.
Now you can get a taste of what it was like.
Big & Horny– 60s 70s 80s Huge Hits with Horns
- 4 October
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They’ve been Big & Horny for 27 years, but this 13-piece has lost none of their brass-driven power.
One of the few touring bands with a hot horn section, each vocal soar, guitar chord, twinkling keyboard, thumping bass and percussive rhythm weaves together as a brilliant musical fabric.
These maestros slip through genres with each toe-tapping, body-swaying hit, one minute Joe Cocker, the next Steely Dan or the Doobie Brothers and even Toto classics.
It’s big, brassy fun.
The Australian INXS Tribute Show
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- 8 October
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Quite possibly the world’s best INXS cover band, they’ve toured from Dubai to New Caledonia, Hawaii to Hong Kong, Taipei to Tahiti and even India.
At each turn, frontman Dellacoma Rio rises like the ghost of Michael Hutchence and will have you double-taking at first glance (is it? No, it can’t be…).
The 6-piece band does true justice to each of the greatest hits. When the show starts, you’ll feel like you’re really back there.
Scarecrow-The Mellencamp Show
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- 9 October
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Happy 75th, John Mellencamp! MEMO has a real party planned.
Scarecrow – The Mellencamp Show will take you back with renditions faithful to the sound and spirit of this amazing artist.
Bard of the American heartland, Mellencamp’s stories of small-town life and emotion immediately hooked a generation. Expect some of his greatest hits like ‘Jack and Diane’, ‘Hurts So Good’ and ‘Cherry Bomb’.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer, celebrate a great who made his stamp on American rock.
Husky – 15th Anniversary Tour of ‘Forever So’
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- 10 October
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Indie folk duo Husky are celebrating a milestone.
It’s been 15 years since their album, Forever So, launched them into worldwide fame.
Recorded in naarm, Forever So captured hearts with its gentle folk spirit, ane it was the first Australian album signed to Seattle’s Sub Pop label (maybe you’ve heard of a little band called Nirvana?).
They’ll be bringing it home and playing the hits all over again, like ‘History’s Door’ and ‘Tidal Wave’.
Indie folk fans, don’t miss this one.
Ruth Moody – The Wanderer Returns tour
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- 11 October
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Award-winning singer-songwriter Ruth Moody is bringing her shimmering soprano folk-roots stylings back to Australia.
The multi-instrumentalist is taking to the stage as part of her The Wanderer Returns tour.
Founding member of The Wailin’ Jennys and captivating collaborator with stars like Mark Knopfler, the Canadian songstress can musically do no wrong, with sold-out solo shows worldwide.
She’s supported by folk-pop cellist and vocalist Alice Hurwood, for an utterly enchanting evening.
Tell Mama! Janis Joplin by Karise Eden
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- 15 October
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Janis Joplin’s legacy is astounding for her brief life, and ARIA-award-winning singer Karise Eden is the Joplin superfan for Joplin superfans.
Her show offers emotional interpretations of the rock star’s legendary catalogue, giving fresh life to hits like ‘Piece of My Heart’, ‘Cry Baby’ and ‘Me and Bobby McGee’, as well as her own original song inspired by Joplin.
It’s not imitation, but personal homage that starts acoustic and finishes with a full band, brass and all.
Dave Warner’s from the Suburbs 50 Years Strong
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- 17 October
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Fifty years since the release of ‘In The Suburbs’ cemented Dave Warner as one of Australia’s most original, vibrant proponents of ‘suburban rock’.
It’s time to revisit that glory. He’s gathered most of the OG lineup, with a few special guests, and they’re ready for a two-hour musical odyssey through the best of their albums, from Pus to Mugs Game and Free Kicks.
No arrests for obscenity, this time (probably), but you’re in for one hell of a throwback show.
Rebecca Barnard & Billy Miller’s Singalong
- 18 October
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Who doesn’t love a singalong? Rebecca and Billy are back with St Kilda’s favourite audience participation show.
The Sing-a-long Society has been going in some form for 14 years, and their Caravan Choir has performed with the likes of Tim Rogers.
For this show, they’re cracking out hits from the 50s to the present day, a real mixed bag of musical stylings – you’re sure to know the words of at least one, so get those vocal chords warmed up.
Artists for Kids Culture Annual Art Auction 2026
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- 22 October
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It’s art for a great cause! Artists for Kids Culture enables children to express themselves through art and cultural practice, and their annual auction is a fixture in the cultural calendar.
MCs Dylan Lewis and Brian Nankervis are your entertaining hosts for the evening, as 60 brilliant artworks are auctioned off.
Eat, drink and be entertained, with special musical guest Ella Hooper of Killing Heidi fame stopping in for the show.
Grab a ticket and do some good while having a great night out.
Todd McKenney – Peter & Me
- 23 October
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Todd McKenney is a powerhouse of personality, his shows jumping lightly from storytelling and conversation to sparkling wit and loving renditions of retro hits.
He’s bringing that bold stage charm to MEMO for an evening of his favourite songs, and he’d love you to join him.
As the name suggests, you can expect a fair whack of Peter Allen numbers alongside megastars like Bette Midler, Tom Jones and Barry Manilow.
Stiff Gins with special guest Kerryn Fields
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- 24 October
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Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson weave contemporary musical styles with the world’s oldest living culture for a concert that’s so much more than a setlist.
Stiff Gins has the honour of being the longest-currently-performing all-Indigenous female group, bringing the songs to stages around Australia for more than twenty years.
With their recent album Crossroads entwining Indigenous language with their unique storytelling style, captivating harmonies and a folk-roots sound, Stiff Gins creates an impactful musical experience that is much more than the sum of its parts.
Kennie Simon 16 Years of Classic Hits with HOT CHOCOLATE
- 29 October
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Now this is a delicious throwback.
If ‘You Sexy Thing’ was an era-defining earworm for you, then grab your tickets now because Kennie Simon, lead singer of Hot Chocolate, is here in the flesh.
He’s celebrating his 16 years with the band with a retrospective of their soul-funk hits.
Time to show the love for one of Britain’s greatest bands.
Leyla Sabo ‘The Beginning’
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- 30 October
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You know her from The Voice. At just 12, Leyla Sabo was the youngest artists to reach the semi-finals with a talent and energy that blew Australia away.
She’s 13 now, and this wunderkind is headlining her first acoustic shows in a nation-wide tour. She’s had time to develop as an artist, and in addition to her epic renditions of classics that made her found, she’s debuting her original material onstage.
It’s a night of emotion, soul, storytelling and the kind of talent that gives you hope for the future of music.
Best of all, it’s an all-ages show, so the young fans can come along.
Jason Singh – Heaven’s Greatest Hits: 10 Years Gone
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- 31 October
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Has it really been 10 years since we lost Bowie, Prince and George Michael? While the world mourned their loss, their musical legacy hasn’t faded one bit.
Multi-platinum ARIA award-winning artist Jason Singh is bringing it all back to life, honouring three of the greats with a night of powerful musical homage. Jumping between genres, this electrifying performance will make you remember the excitement of that first single, that teenage concert, that music video that lives in your head rent free.
Relive it all for one night.
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This article was made in partnership with Memo Music Hall.
