There’s no predicting what’ll happen inside the Prince Bandroom.
The St Kilda institution is a chameleon of a room. One night it’s filled with smoke and strobe, a pulsating all-night club, and the next, punters are sporting denim jackets and headbands in a throwback party for the ages.
When the bandroom kicked open its doors in 1950, no one expected it to become such a legendary part of Melbourne’s live music scene. But look where it is now! The stage has welcomed everyone from Midnight Oil to Prince, from Billie Eilish to Silverchair.
A whopping 75 years later, it’s still one of our favourite places to dance ourselves silly while watching our favourite bands (as long as we’re not stuck behind that pesky pillar – you know what we’re talking about).
So, what’s the Prince dishing out this month then? Synth punk dance parties, Latin rhythms, Bollywood boogies… You might as well just keep on reading.
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VOXNEON
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- 1 August
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VOXNEON kicks off August with their Underneath The Radar tour, with synth‑driven indie vibes and catchy hooks that will light up the Prince Bandroom. Billed as “the ultimate synth new wave experience”, they’ll be performing iconic ’80s hits by legends like Depeche Mode, New Order, Soft Cell and more. This one will be a melodic blast from the past, fit with mesmerising visuals and coordinated lights.
Corito Salsero – Salsa Night
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- 2 and 3 August
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Get your hips in gear for two nights of sizzling salsa with Kukaramakara Australia’s Corito Salsero. The night will feature three stunning performances by DJ Castillo & DJ Jaime Rojas, Stefania Serna and The Corito Salsero Show: a tribute to the soul of salsa. It’ll be full of Latin grooves, hot percussion and a crowd ready to dance the night away.
The Fleetwood Mac Experience
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- 8 August
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This retro-loving tribute brings the classic Fleetwood Mac catalogue back to the stage in all its glory. You’ll hear popular tracks like Dreams, Landslide and The Chain, as well as some deep cuts. If you love rich harmonies and ’70s nostalgia, this show will be your vibe, as the five band members work to replicate the signature aura of Fleetwood Mac.
BEFIKRE
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- 9 August
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Suit up for a glamorous evening of Bollywood beats and Bollywood-style celebration courtesy of Uni Melb and FOMO Ent, who have gained a reputation for hosting some unbelievable parties. This black tie desi party will kick off Semester 2 in style. Guests will be treated to vibrant dancing, flashing lights and a touch of glitz in the heart of St Kilda.
YEARBOOK – Your New Fave Retro Night
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- 15 August
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Retro meets rave in this curation of ’80s and ’90s tunes with killer visuals and DJ sets. We’re going back to the year of 1991, where Nirvana, Whitney Houston, MC Hammer and Mariah Carey ruled the charts. YEARBOOK is the ultimate throwback party. The throwback dress code is recommended, and there will be a prize for the best dressed, so don’t even think about holding back.
Tsuyoshi Suzuki (presented by Tribeadelic)
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- 23 August
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Legendary Japanese psy‑trance maestro Tsuyoshi Suzuki takes over for a night of hypnotic beats and pulsing energy. The internationally acclaimed performer will be hitting the stage alongside TSUYOSHI (Matsuri), ZEN MECHANICS (Timecode), FREQ (Iboga) and YOKOZUNA (Yokozuna/Tribeadelicb). If you’re after something cosmic and trippy, this is your ticket.
With dining, drinks, accommodation and more, the Prince has it all. Check out everything on offer here.
This article was made in partnership with the Prince Bandroom.
