It’s all about the nineties this June at the Prince, with parties, tributes and throwbacks galore
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26.05.2026

It’s all about the nineties this June at the Prince, with parties, tributes and throwbacks galore

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If you've ever wanted to travel back to the time of beanie babies, baggie jeans and boy bands, now's your chance.

The Prince is going all in on nostalgia this month. From mum and dad rockers taking to the stage to massive anniversary gigs for some of Australia’s most beloved bands, June’s all about keeping it old school.

Also on the calendar you’ll find a huge international techno show, a tribute to Britpop, and a wild party going deep into the night. Whether you were there for the good old days or you wish you were, the Prince is offering plenty of opportunities to dance, sing and soak it all in.

Check out our gig guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide. Follow us on Instagram here.

Parents Battle of the Bands: Southside 2

Local rockstar parents are throwing down in this high-energy battle of the bands night. The Southside edition brings together a bunch of talented acts battling it out for bragging rights while their proud kids cheer from the sidelines in true St Kilda style. This community fundraiser gig is all about fun, raw talent and keeping the live music spirit alive in Melbourne’s iconic venue.

Jeff Martin with Shane Russell

The Tea Party frontman Jeff Martin teams up with Shane Russell for an intimate and powerful evening of genre-defying tunes. Known for his soaring vocals and intricate guitar work, Jeff delivers a night packed with emotional depth and musical mastery that longtime fans will absolutely love. This special Prince Bandroom show promises to be a highlight for anyone into rich, atmospheric rock sounds.

Resonance ft. Massano, MAMI + more

 

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MAMI & Hardware present this massive electronic takeover featuring Italian techno star Massano making his Australian debut alongside local heavyweights. The night pulses with driving beats and cutting-edge sounds that turn the Bandroom into a proper dance sanctuary. Melodic dance and techno lovers are in for a serious sonic journey through deep grooves and high-energy drops all night long.

The Superjesus | 25 Years Of Jet Age

 

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Alt-rock legends The Superjesus roll into town to celebrate 25 years of their platinum-selling album Jet Age. With special guests The Art & The After, the band tears through classics like Shut My Eyes and Gravity alongside fresh takes on their iconic sound. This milestone tour stop at the Prince Bandroom is a must for anyone who grew up blasting their anthems in the late ’90s and early 2000s.

Spank: Gonna Rock This Place 90’s-2000’s Megadanceparty

 

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Get ready to party like it’s the turn of the millennium as Spank throws a wild megadance extravaganza. The night is loaded with nostalgic bangers, singalongs and non-stop energy that keeps the dancefloor packed from open to close. This throwback bash at the Prince Bandroom is pure chaotic fun for anyone who lived through that golden era of pop, rock and dance hits.

Cool Britannia with Symphony Orchestra Brass Quartet

 

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The ultimate Britpop heavyweights Cool Britannia bring an epic extravaganza to St Kilda complete with Symphony Orchestra Brass Quartet adding lush layers to the hits. Expect massive singalongs to Oasis, Blur, Pulp and more as they recreate that golden era of British guitar music with flair. This one sold out last time and it is shaping up to be another unforgettable night of pure Britpop nostalgia at the historic venue.

28 Days – 30 Year Anniversary Tour (Sold Out)

 

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Melbourne rap-metal pioneers 28 Days are back to celebrate three decades of chaos with a career-spanning set.. Joined by special guests, the band rips through favourites like Rip It Up and plenty of fan anthems that defined Australian heavy music in the early 2000s. This 30th anniversary show is a full-circle moment packed with mosh-pit energy and raw attitude that longtime supporters have been waiting for.

Royale With Cheese: Rage Against The ’90s – The Ultimate 90’s Rock Show

Royale With Cheese returns with their killer tribute to the golden age of ’90s rock, delivering a no-holds-barred night of nostalgia. The band nails everything from grunge anthems to alt-rock classics with spot-on energy that gets the whole room jumping along. This ultimate ’90s rock experience at the Prince Bandroom is perfect for anyone still living for that era of flannel shirts and distorted guitars.

For more info on what’s happening at the Prince Bandroom, head here.

This article was made in partnership with the Prince Bandroom.