Midwest emo, glam metal and a reboot of one of Melbourne’s most iconic parties: March at the Prince
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26.02.2026

Midwest emo, glam metal and a reboot of one of Melbourne’s most iconic parties: March at the Prince

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Words by Kaya Martin

Whether you’re looking for killer tributes, free parties, trippy trance or fresh talent, the Prince Bandroom is the place to be.

The Prince Bandroom is known for striking the perfect balance between past, present and future.

The St Kilda joint has been a live music epicentre since 1950, and this month, it’s paying homage to its legacy with a couple of throwback gigs that show some love to the old school scene. 

On top of that, it’s hosting the first-ever Aussie tour of a thrilling American act, some hometown heroes and a few bands that pay homage to the greats. The venue is keeping things interesting while giving us enough of what it knows we already love – could you really ask for much more?

For all the juicy details, read on. 

Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here

The Q Reunion

 

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Kick off March with the first-ever Q Reunion, a nostalgic party celebrating one of Melbourne’s most legendary nightlife eras from 1997 to 2010. It’ll feature DJs and crew from the original Q scene spinning the bangers that defined a generation, including DJ John Course, Sean Quinn & Kasey Taylor, Scott Thompsom, Tom Evans, Sean Rault, Funky Col, Beanie and Matt Crawford.

LIVE BABY LIVE – The INXS Tribute Show

If you’ve ever wished Michael Hutchence would come back to life and belt out Need You Tonight once again, this tribute show is as close as it gets. The critically acclaimed LIVE BABY LIVE show delivers all the classic INXS hits with uncanny energy and ’80s vibe that keeps the crowd going all night long. 

BACK TO THE PRINCE 

 

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Dancefloor don John Course teams up with fellow clubland royalty Andy Murphy to spin the absolute belters that defined Melbourne nightlife, and yes, it’s free entry. Consider this your official long-weekend afterparty: sweaty, euphoric and exactly where you’re meant to be.

Kisschasy

 

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Melbourne pop-punk favourites Kisschasy return to The Prince Bandroom alongside Bukowski for a special homecoming show celebrating their new record The Terrors of Comfort. Expect singalong favourites, fresh cuts from the album and that classic kiwi melancholy that has kept fans devoted for years. 

ATMOS & SONIC SPECIES

 

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Tribeadelic and Rainbow Spirit are dropping some serious psychedelic trance and psytrance firepower with Atmos and Sonic Species set to headline alongside Mr Peculiar, Macro and Ozzy. Prepare yourself for mind-bending beats, trippy visuals, and a night of pure electronic adventure.

St Patrick’s Day Shenanigans with NOASIS

 

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Get ready for a ripper St Paddy’s sesh at the Prince, kicking off nice and early so you can ease into the chaos after work. Local fave Conor Bermingham warms things up with some cracking Irish classics to get the singalongs going, then the world’s number one Oasis tribute NOASIS takes the stage to belt out all the anthems.

Sydney Rose 

 

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American indie-folk-pop singer-songwriter Sydney Rose brings her I Know What I Want Tour to St Kilda, serving up soft, introspective melodies that hit right in the feels. With whisper-like vocals and lyrical honesty, this is perfect for a chilled mid-week gig with genuine heart. 

Vs Self with special guests Knumears

 

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WavyLand is stoked to present the first Aussie tour of Southern Californian Midwest emo band Vs Self, with Knumears jumping on as special guests. This one’s for fans of post-hardcore, with raw energy, heavy riffs, and a guaranteed mosh pit in the front and centre.

TRIXTER 

 

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Slide into the end of March with a blast from the past as ’80s glam-metal legends TRIXTER land in St Kilda for their Australian tour. The New Jersey rockers have been going strong for decades, with unforgettable hits like Give It to Me Good, One in a Million and Surrender under their belts and Stevie Rachelle (Tuff) and Lorraine Lewis (Femme Fatale) on opening duty, it’s bound to be a good one.

Where Love Lives ~ Water ~ feat. Lee Dagger of Bimbo Jones (UK)

 

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  • 28 March 2026
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Lee Dagger, Grammy-winning producer, songwriter and legendary DJ, lands in Melbourne for a massive night at Where Love Lives. A fixture in dance music since the early 90s, Lee has shared stages with Carl Cox, Faithless, David Guetta and more, and played everywhere from Glastonbury to Ibiza to the Sydney Mardi Gras. Expect a masterclass in dancefloor energy from one of the genre’s most seasoned performers.

For everything else happening at the Prince, head here.

This article was made in partnership with the Prince Bandroom.