This month at Stay Gold, it’s all about buzzy tribute shows, heated competitions and bands that are hard and heavy.
It may be a short month, but Stay Gold’s fitting a whole lot on this February. From the Australian debut of the Canadian/American experimental metal group Sumac to a 10-year celebration of local hardcore spoken word band Aburden, these are the kind of gigs that you’ll be kicking yourself if you miss.
Got the voice of an angel or the quick wit of the devil? Try Stay Gold’s summer karaoke competition or the BreaknBread Battles. Elsewhere, find themed dance parties, killer tributes and so much on. Here’s the full rundown.
Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here.
Stay Gold Summer Karaoke Comp
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Get ready to belt it out for glory (and a shot at a $10,000 cash prize) at this huge karaoke competition. Whether you’ve got pipes or you just love watching other folks absolutely give it some, this night’s gonna be wild and wonderful. It’s competitive, crowd-powered and one to shout about.
Sumac
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- 5 February
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The heavy experimental sounds of metal supergroup Sumac as the band lands in Naarm for the first time on their debut Aussie tour. Prepare yourself for walls of noise and intense riffs that’ll rattle the room and shake your soul, perfect for those who like their music on the edge.
Dead Congregation and Concrete Winds
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- 6 February
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Greek death metal legends Dead Congregation bring down-tuned devastation alongside Finland’s Concrete Winds. Two crazy international acts, one stage: this one’s going to be brutal and bone-crushing.
BreaknBread Battles – Homecoming
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- 7 February
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It’s hip-hop meets hype at this crowd-pleasing homecoming battle night. MCs and beatmakers throw down while the crowd picks its heroes, headlined by the heated rivalry of Greeley vs Mr Ruckman. Elsewhere on the lineup, find Skrub, Erik Devine, Raaz38 and Rileyp.
Dancing Shoes: Twenty Years of Arctic Monkeys
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- 7 February
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Dust off your dancing shoes and relive two decades of Arctic Monkeys anthems! This tribute night serves up all the classics as well as other iconic British alternative rock hits. Bring your mates and let loose on the dancefloor until the early hours.
Iron Mind
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- 12 February
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Australian hardcore heroes Iron Mind hit the stage with their brand of raw, unfiltered grit. Ready to deliver pummelling rhythms, hardcore energy, and plenty of fist-pumping mayhem, it’ll be a real heavy night for the mosh-inclined.
Aburden 10 Year Anniversary Show
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- 13 February
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Come celebrate a decade since Aburden’s debut album My Old Friend with them and some killer supports including Alera, 50fifty and Some Heard Trouble. It’ll scratch the nostalgia itch and feature some new tunes as well, as the band marks 10 years of unforgettable shows.
Lunar New Year Celebrations: A Slaysian Showcase
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- 17 February
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Ring in Lunar New Year with a vibrant showcase of drag, burlesque, singing, dancing and celebrations. This special night brings community, culture and banging tunes together for a festival-style night right at Stay Gold, featuring performances by Randy Roy, Gloss, Coco – JMC Dance Labs, Euthan Asian, Jxcky, Misha May, Miss Gender and Dragon Yutahell.
A Massive Triple-Bill Metal Experience
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- 20 February
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Three epic tribute acts – honouring Anthrax, Iron Maiden and Pantera – team up to blow the roof off Stay Gold. See Among The Living, Powerslave and Stronger Than All. It’ll be classic metal worship with massive energy and impressive live chops.
GAYC/DC
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- 21 February
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It’s unlike any AC/DA tribute you’ve seen before. Bringing camp costumes and thunderous riffs together, GAYC/DC from the USA twist classic AC/DC energy into a fabulously queer live show filled with incredible tunes.
Sweet and Sour Night: Sabrina vs Olivia
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- 21 February
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Two pop-power personalities go head-to-head in a night of good vibes and even better music battles. With modern pop tunes spinning all night long, it’ll be fun, it’s fierce and it’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday.
Cartel performing CHROMA in Full + Fan Favorites
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- 23 February
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American emo, alt and pop punk band Cartel are taking over Stay Gold for one unforgettable night, playing their iconic CHROMA album in full along with a sweet selection of fan favourites. In charge of support for the evening is This Wild Life.
PALEDUSK
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- 28 February
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Japan’s blazing metalcore innovators Paledusk take over Stay Gold with an explosive headline set fusing elements of metalcore, industrial and nu metal. Joined by Peni Parker, Fallweather and Deficit, this is one for fans of genre-bending heaviness and live chaos.
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This article was made in partnership with Stay Gold.
