Stay Gold has enough international Aussie debuts lined up for February to be worth their weight in, uh… gold.
Golden sunshine and golden gigs – February doesn’t get much better than this. The hub of music and action that is Brunswick’s Stay Gold is about to be taken over by the sweet sounds of international musos this month.
With enough bands from across the equator to have to count on two hands, rest assured that the local legends of Naarm’s music scene aren’t letting them hog all the spotlight to themselves.
Read on for just a taste of the gigs you can hear at Stay Gold this February.
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Koo Koo (US): Australi-yeah Tour
- Saturday, February 1, from 1pm
- Tickets here
American comedy disco duo Koo Koo is not only venturing down under this month, but they’re doing so for fans of all ages. This family-friendly show invites movers and groovers of all ages and sizes to have a boogie on Stay Gold’s dancefloor. Being their first trip to Aussie shores, this isn’t one for the fam to miss out on.
Hex
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- With Feed Hydra, Arkhive, Daydream Deluxe and Haylz
- Friday, February 7, from 11pm
- Tickets here
New to the scene, Hex kicked things off in December with a party for the ages. This February they’re bringing their masterful combination of EDM, metal and alternative music to the golden venue in Brunswick, featuring the likes of Feed Hydra, Arkhive, Daydream Deluxe and Haylz.
Melanated In Melbourne
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- With Nicole and Ri’chard
- Saturday, February 8, from 7pm
- Tickets here
These two Black Americans have more than their fair share of anecdotes of what it’s like to be a person of colour living in Australia. In anticipation of the third season of Nicole and Ri’chard’s podcast Melanated in Melbourne, the witty duo are bringing their pod to a live audience on February 8.
As December Falls (UK): Australian Tour
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- Friday, February 14, from 7pm
- Tickets here
All the way from Nottingham, pop punk outfit As December Falls is journeying down under for their first ever Aussie stint. Performing all up and around the Eastern Seaboard, this beloved band will be celebrating their third album, Join The Club.
Heavy DnB and Levelz Empire Presents: Deekline (UK)
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- Friday, February 14, from 11pm
- Tickets here
If you’re into jungle, bass or garage, then boy do we have the show for you. British national Deekline is hitting up the golden stage this month for a mammoth gig. A legendary music-maker and leader of the scene back home, he will be delivering nothing but the best to you this Friday in February.
Unprocessed (DE): Dark, Silent and Down Under
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- Sunday, February 16, from 7pm
- Tickets here
As taste-makers in the metal scene, Unprocessed possess the kind of triumphant tracks that you can’t help but move to. A debut tour for another sensational band, the German quintet will be breaking Aussie fans’ hearts with their emotive music, only to stitch them back together again with their captivating sound.
Hands Like Houses: A T M O S P H E R I C S Album Launch
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- Tuesday, February 18, from 7pm
- Tickets here
While there are plenty of international acts making their way to Stay Gold this month, the fanfare around these Canberra locals should be just as intense. Launching their fifth album at the beloved Brunswick spot, Hands Like Houses won’t only be performing an intimate acoustic show but will also be screening a documentary of the making of the album, plus a special Q&A afterward.
Bodysnatcher (US): Debut Australian Headline Tour
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- With Volatile Ways
- Wednesday, February 19, from 7pm
- Tickets here
This might be Bodysnatcher’s first tour in Australia, but they’re all too familiar with cities named Melbourne. Coming out of Melbourne, Florida in the US, this deathcore troupe of dark and furious rockers will be showing Naarm what they’re made of. Supported by Volatile Ways, this is a show that will have you bracing yourself for.
Jacqui Lumsden: A Sexy Unique Single Launch
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- With Lazy Susan, Jordan Barr and Jamison
- Thursday, February 20, from 7pm
- Tickets here
Nothing describes Jacqui Lumsden’s upcoming show at Stay Gold better than these two words: sexy, unique. The pop princess is rallying together a lineup of legends for the launch of her latest single, I Love Me. If that isn’t enough to get you down to Brunswick, try this: Drag Race Down Under finalist Lazy Susan, Triple J comedian Jordan Barr and pop sensation Jamison. You’re welcome.
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This article was made in partnership with Stay Gold.