Odeon Richmond is posed to build upon an incredible first couple of months, smashing live music out of the (olympic) park this August.
Melbourne has quite a high standard for live music venues. So when a new one successfully opens its doors, congregating an excitable and eager bunch of gig-goers, it grabs the attention of our city’s music connoisseurs.
Smashing through its inaugural June and July, this August, Odeon Richmond promises more of the enchanting and authentic music that has helped carve out Odeon Richmond’s name as an emerging gig-night staple on Richmond’s bustling Swan Street.
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DJ Bricolage and guests
- August 2, 3
- Supported by special guests
DJ Bricolage looks to continue his streak of post-punk/new wave sets at Odeon Richmond, on the back of his July residency. Supported by guests who are sure to provide exemplary vibe-setting, the first weekend of August looks to be a busy one.
Hamish Cowan (from Cordrazine)
- August 4
- 1-4 pm
- Supported by Nick Milwright and James Hazelden
With their first new single in almost 15 years released in April, Cowan’s Cordrazine is back in a characteristically orchestral, albeit seemingly ephemeral manner. There’s no better way to celebrate than to get down to Odeon Richmond on the 4th to hear Cowan and his hypnotically evoking voice perform an intimate showcase of his favourite songs, pertaining to both those days with Cordrazine, and those without. It’s a free show, and kids are welcome (accompanied by a guardian, of course).
Anatreptix August Residency
- August 7, 14, 21 and 28
- Tickets available here
In a beautifully authentic touch, Odeon Richmond will host Rebetiko band Anatreptix for a residency through August. Rebetiko is a culturally significant style of Greek music characterised by its social and political history throughout a struggling Greece. This anguished emotion will be undeniably conveyed at Odeon Richmond throughout August, and will be sure to welcome a vibrant stitch of Melbourne’s multicultural musical tapestry.
Luke Thomas supported by Kyle Brew
- August 9
- With Kyle Brew
Luke Thomas (of The Pictures/Ronson Hangup) is playing a solo acoustic set, highlighting his sweetly-soulful voice. He’ll be supported by Brew, who’s also performing solo, and his exceptional blues roots style, promising an emotive and thought-provoking night of musical wonder.
Peter Farnan & the Home Bodies
- August 17
- Tickets available here
Aussie rock royalty Peter Farnan takes on Odeon Richmond on Saturday, August 17. Armed with an immensely talented band, Farnan will bring his nostalgically 70s brand of art-pop to Richmond’s centre. The Home Bodies, comprised by Megan Bernard on bass and Kalju Tonuma on drums, promise to fill Odeon Richmond with immaculately intelligent music, making this one unmissable.
La Discothèque
- August 16, 23
- Featuring DJ Randy Lipz xxx and DJ Bricolage
La Discothèque is back in August after a successful July residency. DJ Randy Lipz xxx and DJ Bricolage are bringing back their funk-tastic form of disco soul to the familiar decks, making for a Friday night to remember.
Club Country
- August 24
- Tickets available here
DJ’s Monk De Wally & Honk are returning to Odeon Richmond in August, offering up more of the same vinyl-borne New Wave 80s alt tunes. The last one was epic and tickets are selling fast so get in quick!
Vinyl Tap podcast recording
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- August 29
- Free entry
*Record scratch* One for you music industry geeks. Vinyl Tap podcast will be returning to record an episode at Odeon Richmond. Always fuelled by topical and multifaceted themes, well-informed guests and passionate debate, Vinyl Tap is the perfect platform for those wanting to understand more about the industry that upholds Melbourne’s nightlife. It’s also free, so swing by!
Private Stash
- August 30
- Supported by Follow The Robin
Local band Private Stash will take over Odeon Richmond in late August, bringing melancholic melodies and chorus-clad guitars that will transport you back in time a couple decades. With support from the dazzlingly elegant folky tunes of Follow The Robin, the last August weekend will start off beautifully.
Morrigan and Wilding Duo
- August 31
- Tickets available here
Folk fans, rejoice! I mean really rejoice. Morrigan and Wilding are in town. These two are maintaining the momentum built on the back of their debut album These Women, released earlier this year. The virtuosic harmonies partnered carefully with an array of beautiful string instruments is undeniably folk and reminds us of the simpler times, those of Joni and Neil. What a perfect way to round out what is a monster August at Odeon Richmond. From folk to Farnan, it has you covered these next few weeks.
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