The next few weeks at Whitehart are shaping up to be beauties.
We’ve nearly made it to summer! And we here at Beat couldn’t be prouder of you all for having braved the measly Melbourne middle months with a smile and a healthy thirst for incredible gigs.
But while those lovely coats approach another lengthy off-season, those jaw-dropping, gob-stopping gigs show no sign of letting up. Naturally, we have none other than the fabled folk at Whitehart Bar to thank for the amazing lineup of shows awaiting our November nights.
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Inner Sanctuary
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- Every Thursday
- With DJ Darryn Jones on November 7
Favourite hosts DJ JNETT and DJ Jimmy James are back presenting Inner Sanctuary at Whitehart. On November 7, they’ll be bringing along Chicago-based house heavyweight DJ Darryn to keep the midweek vibes buzzing all month long. Don’t miss out on this Whitehart staple.
Hartbeats and guests
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- Every Sunday
- Followed by various artists
Melbourne’s funkiest house band are returning every Sunday in Whitehart for what has become a traditional opening to the Sunday night proceedings. Kicking off from 3pm, these jazz cats will be providing smooth sailing leading into your Sunday frenzies, hosting the likes of Sadiva, Hdsnjmsjr, and more! Be there or be the squarest square there ever was.
Genki
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- Monday, November 4
Genki’s back! The genre-slipping DJ has been providing the goods at Whitehart for a good while now, and he’s showing no signs of slowing down. Sprinkling beautiful traces of his hometown Tokyo through his discography, the Melbourne-based DJ is the epitome of what live music in Melbourne is all about. So if you want to challenge your conceptions of genre all the while shaking a tailfeather, Genki’s for you.
Afrocan Days
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- Tuesday, November 5
- Featuring DJ Chris NG, Datboy and more
A public holiday edition of Afrocan Days is coming to Whitehart in early November. Featured will be some absolutely incredible acts and authentic workshops in which you can hone your craft of choice with teachings from the best. It’s free and family-friendly, so bring along the young ones. There’ll also be a South African BBQ, just in case you need more convincing.
Mansa
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- Friday November 15
Canadian DJ/singer Mansa will be gracing Whitehart in mid-November, bringing along the impeccable vibes that have seen her hopping around the globe and playing sets to hordes of international Mansa enthusiasts. She’ll be momentarily swinging by Oz, so be sure to catch her live while you can!
Edd Fisher
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- Friday, November 22
Continuing the typical DJ frenzy at Whitehart, DJ favourite Edd Fisher has your Friday night sorted. The electronic music phenomenon has a flexible catalogue that takes inspiration from a variety of genres, including deep house and jazz. If you’re searching for some new sounds, Edd Fisher will be bumping them all night long.
Sonic Spectrum
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- Sunday, November 24
- Featuring DJ Benshaman and Claddy
Contrapuntal are presenting Sonic Spectrum, an event that will traverse the titular spectrum with a DJ feature from esteemed musician and composer Benjamin Skepper and some Whitehart royalty for support. Along for the ride are the bedazzling Claddy and Simon Winkler. Along with the Hartbeats, these guys are sure to keep those Sunday blues at bay.
Honey
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- Friday, November 29
- Featuring Mz Rizk
Mz Rizk is back at Whitehart. After a bunch of amazing gigs already under her belt at Melbourne’s favourite container bar, Mz Rizk is bringing back more of the same insane music that has seen her achieve great heights throughout Victoria’s music industry. Truly one of Melbourne’s best representatives, Mz Rizk is not to be missed.
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