Come in from the cold and pull up a chair in the Baxter's bandroom.
Whether you want to shake your hips or sit in the back, beer in hand, there’s never a bad night to catch a gig in the red glowing room. From captivating solo artists to bustling full bands, the stage is stacked with some of the best performers our city has to offer, as well as a few from farther out as well.
This month, you’ll find the regular suspects, and a handful of newbies to boot. And as always, entry is free all night long โ one of the best deals in the city when it comes to live entertainment. For the full run down, read on.
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Georgia Michel Live & Local
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- 3 Jun
Georgia Michel is kicking things off in style with her Live & Local set this Wednesday night. Her warm vocals and heartfelt songwriting make for the perfect midweek escape at Baxter’s in Fitzroy. As a talented topline songwriter and live performer with credits in dance music scenes, she brings a polished yet personal touch that Melbourne crowds love.
Darcy Fox
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- 4 Jun
Darcy Fox brings her infectious energy and sharp songcraft to Baxter’s. Blending catchy hooks with real attitude, she always delivers a cracking set. The queer indie singer-songwriter from Naarm pours her heart into ear-worm melodies, making her tunes stick with you long after the gig.
Luna the Moon
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- 5 and 26 Jun
Luna the Moon and her band are filling the room with dreamy indie-pop vibes on Friday night. Their lush harmonies and groovy rhythms are made for a Fitzroy weekend kickoff. This ukulele trio from Melbourne’s northern suburbs mixes acoustic covers and originals with a fun, harmonious twist.
Woody Samson
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- 6 and 20 Jun
Woody Samson is bringing his raw acoustic soul and powerhouse vocals. Expect heartfelt originals and a performance that hits you right in the feels. The multi-instrumentalist and singer from Naarm creates sets that feel like they simply arrive, blending experimental vibes with cheeky charisma.
Open Mic
Baxter’s weekly Open Mic is back, hosted by the crew and open to all. Sign up from 6pm and either jump on stage or cheer on the local legends till late. It’s where Melbourne’s next big things get their start, keeping the grassroots music spirit thriving in Fitzroy.
ย Sunday Service: Finn Shine, Lewis Ciavarella and Xander Cumingย
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- 7 Jun
This fiery triple bill sees three Baxterโs regulars take to the stage. Finn Shine will bring smooth grooves and feel-good energy, Lewis Ciavarella will offer his unique folk-indie blend, and Xander Cuming rounds out the lineup with charismatic delivery and catchy originals. Multiple artists on one day means even more reasons to head down.ย
Eadiella Live & Local
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- 10 Jun
London-born artist Eadiella steps up with her bold stage presence and strong local sound to kick off the new month. Expect a night full of character. Her confident performances bring fresh local flair and personality to every set.
Open Keys Bryce Gibson
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- 11 Jun
Bryce Gibson takes over for Open Keys on Thursday night, laying down smooth keys and local grooves. As the piano whiz behind the sing-along sessions, he turns the night into a fun mix of concert and crowd karaoke.
Xander Cuming
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- 12 and 19 Jun
Xander Cuming is back for another run, bringing his high-energy performance and crowd-pleasing tunes. Friday nights at Baxter’s don’t get much better. His versatile style across genres keeps punters coming back for more.
Lewis Toms
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- 13 and 20 Jun
Lewis Toms delivers his distinctive sound and strong stage presence on Friday night. The dedicated Melbourne singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist regularly lights up Fitzroy venues with originals and covers. Itโs quality live music done the Baxter’s way.ย
Mya Rogers
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- 14 and 21 Jun
Mya Rogers commands the stage with powerful vocals and undeniable star power. The New Zealand-born singer, with her musical theatre roots, brings smooth expressive delivery and real passion to every performance. Itโll be a brilliant way to spend a night in Fitzroy.
Pluto Tango Live & Local
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- 17 Jun
Queensland singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Pluto Tango is bringing his signature blend of reggae, RnB, funk and soul to the Baxterโs stage. Using live looping, he creates rich and textural sonic soundscapes without the need for a full band.
Harrisen Hughes
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- 18 and 27 Jun
Harrisen Hughes brings his unique style and commanding presence across multiple dates. A June standout worth catching, the Melbourne rock’n’roll influenced artist channels Aussie scene energy into guitar-driven performances that pack a punch.
Live & Local: John Taratsa & Split Soles
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- 24 Jun
This double whammy sees Split Soles and John Taratsa team up. Split Soles crank the energy up with their high-octane rock and roll and big riffs. This Melbourne indie rock outfit delivers lively sets packed with attitude and groove. On top of that, John Taratsas delivers heartfelt performances packed with local stories and killer guitar work.
Tejo D’Cruz
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- 26 Jun
Tejo D’Cruz lights up the stage with technical guitar brilliance and plenty of soul. Always a highlight on the Baxter’s calendar, the versatile musician and music therapist blends soaring vocals, loops and heartfelt performances drawn from diverse influences.
Marcus Miller
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- 28 Jun
Marcus Miller closes out some nights with his smooth, soulful sound. A classy addition to the lineup. With years commanding Melbourne stages, he fuses heart-pounding delivery with grooves that keep the good times rolling.
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