Odeon Richmond are gearing up for another great month of music and memories to soundtrack your summer nights this January.
If you can feel a beat vibrating through the streets as you’re wandering around Richmond this January, there’s no doubt it’s coming from Odeon Richmond.
Between a David Bowie Festival to celebrate the iconic artist and a whole lot of barbecues throughout the month, the parties are non-stop this January at Odeon Richmond.
Read on to find out what’s happening at Odeon Richmond this January.
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La Discothèque
- With DJ Randy Lipz XXX and DJ Bricolage
- Friday January 17 and 24
A beloved mainstay on the Odeon Richmond calendar, January is bringing back La Discothèque for not one, not two, but three special Fridays throughout the month. Expect all your favourite hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s, including a curated selection of disco, funk, soul and alternative.
David Bowie Festival: Celebrating Bowie’s 78th Birthday
- Live music by Beka Baker
- Wednesday, January 8 to Sunday, January 12
- Information here
The David Bowie Festival is kicking off with a bang at Odeon Richmond to celebrate what would be the legend’s 78th birthday. This opening night of the festival will include a very special exhibition, showcasing fans’ Bowie rarities and collectables. Whether you’re a Ziggy Stardust fan or just like to flirt with the idea of music history iconography, you can’t miss this.
David Bowie Festival: Bowie Listening session
- Thursday, January 9
The David Bowie Festival continues with this listening session that is dedicated to rare and hard-to-find tracks of the famed musician. This Thursday in January will be a celebration of the rarely heard 5.1 Surround Sound mixes of Station to Station, Heathen and 1978’s live album Stage.
David Bowie Festival: Music and Trivia
- Live music by The Bowie Project
- Friday, January 10
What’s better than music and trivia together on one night out? Bowie-themed music and trivia! This event at Odeon Richmond makes for the perfect Friday summer’s night. It’s even more perfect if you’ve been looking for just the space to flaunt your Bowie fun facts and little-known tidbits.
David Bowie Festival: Bowie Community Connection
- Live music by Thin White Ukes
- Saturday, January 11
The Bowie Festival is taking things up a notch with this intimate and heartfelt event that explores the relationship between legend and audience. Come along and listen in as a group of diehard fans relay their own Bowie stories. There will be a Q&A, as well as the chance for punters to share their own stories.
David Bowie Festival: Bowie BBQ
- Sunday, January 12
Five days of nothing but Bowie is being capped off with none other than a Bowie barbecue. Come along for the sizzling feed – stay for the Bowie experience. There will be a selection of the artist’s appearances from film and TV featured, as well as an expert panel discussion with some time to ask questions and pick the brains of these Bowie experts.
Supersonic 90s
- With DJ Dan Brunswick and DJ Eddie Monsoon
- Saturday, January 18
- Tickets here
It’s exactly what it sounds like. All the 90s hits you know and love, spun by Odeon Richmond favourites DJ Dan Brunswick and DJ Eddie Monsoon. Expect Britpop, electronic bands, old favourites and new discoveries.
Sunday Strut
- Sunday. January 19
Whether you’re looking for a place to nurse a hangover or somewhere to flirt with a bit of the old hair of the dog, Odeon Richmond has you sorted this Sunday in January. There will be a selection of DJs journeying you through the day and night, providing you with nothing but great vibes and tunes to move to.
Glenn Bennie: Solo Album Launch
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- With The Same Same
- Saturday, January 25
Glenn Bennie is hitting the stage at Odeon Richmond this month to launch his newest solo album. He’ll be joined by The Same Same in support, who will be playing the music of Brian Eno. A member of the iconic Naarm band Underground Lovers, if you like local music, Glenn Bennie’s solo work is sure to be your new favourite record.
Australian Music Day and Aussie BBQ
- Sunday, January 26
Odeon Richmond is celebrating their own Australian Music Day this month, and they’ve got some live bands and DJs to launch the party. Playing music from around the country all day and into the evening, there’ll also be a mouth-watering Aussie barbecue to keep you going.
Surrounded by Sound #2: The Beatles
- Friday, January 31
Surrounded by Sound is back at Odeon Richmond this month, and they’re bringing The Beatles with them. Cap off the month with this very old school special listening party. Odeon Richmond will be featuring 5.1 surround sound mixes of Abbey Road and Love, so don’t miss out.
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This article was made in partnership with Odoen Richmond.
