The Bergy is going full speed ahead this month.
On the calendar, you’ll find all the usual suspects: metal bands crafting whirring mosh pits, DJs spinning into wee hours, and indie bands touching our hearts with introspective lyrics. Whether you want to tap your toes, nod your head or bust it down on the dancefloor, the Bergy’s got the perfect soundtrack.
Plus, there are also a few eyebrow-raising offerings this month, a showcase hosted by a local songwriting crew, a big goth party and a cozy Sunday sesh among them. For all that and more, keep on reading.
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The Fifteen Lives of 8Foot Felix (ft. Charlie Needs Braces + Taul Paul)
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- 1 May
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Eight legs, zero chill. 8Foot Felix celebrate 15 years of genre-hopping madness with a set that swings from funk to folk without blinking. With support from the hypnotic, storytelling magic of Charlie Needs Braces and the genre-bending chaos of Taul Paul, this is a full-spectrum night of musical weirdness.
RSOM Live Showcase
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- 2 May
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The Real Songwriters of Melbourne crew roll back in with another stacked afternoon of original music. Expect a rotating lineup of local talent, including George Charra, Marćela Ljutic, NJ Rijs and So…, bringing everything from indie to folk to alt-pop, all with that raw, “first time hearing this live” energy.
Le Shiv
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- 2 May
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Blink and you’ll miss it — Le Shiv are only doing two shows, and this is the Melbourne one. Expect slick indie-pop hooks, big emotional swings and the kind of tight, polished set that feels way bigger than the room as they launch their new album For The First Time with Divers and Paradise Valley in tow.
Shake It Dance Fest
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- 3 May
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This one’s less gig, more full-body experience. Shake It Dance Fest brings together a stacked lineup of crews and performers diving headfirst into Afro-diasporic movement, twerk culture and high-impact choreography. With DJ Miss Gabrielle keeping the energy pinned all night, expect a sweat-soaked, bass-heavy dancefloor that doesn’t let up for a second.
Broken Silence
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- 7 May
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Broken Silence are bringing the noise — and then some — for their latest single launch. Expect crushing riffs, big emotional swings and a set that hits just as hard live as it does on record, backed by the punchy sounds of Wake Up Solution and The Defibs.
Brown Spirits
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- 8 May
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Coburg’s own cosmic explorers Brown Spirits are heading overseas, but not before one last local blowout. Expect a heady mix of krautrock grooves, free-jazz chaos and psych jams that spiral out into the stratosphere, all in celebration of a fresh EP drop. With Boggle and Mote along for the ride, this farewell show is set to be a sweaty, mind-bending send-off.
The Corduroys
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- 9 May
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Smooth, groovy and just the right amount of flashy, The Corduroys are bringing their genre-blurring sound to a sunny arvo slot. Blending funk rhythms, jazz chops and pop sensibility, their live show walks that perfect line between tight musicianship and loose, feel-good energy.
Burning Bitumen Birthday Bonanza – 25 Years of Evil
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- 9 May
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PBS’s Burning Bitumen crew are celebrating 25 years of sonic destruction the only way they know how: loud, heavy and completely unrelenting. With a stacked lineup featuring Khazurvaal, Cult of the Night, Nephalem, Carcinoid and Whitehorse, this is a full-throttle dive into the darker end of the riff spectrum.
Naavikaran: The MYSTIQ Homecoming
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- 10 May
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Naavikaran brings MYSTIQ back home for a deeply personal Mother’s Day celebration that folds together club sounds, poetry, RnB and rap. Joined by Kāmna and Miss Understood, this one promises a warm, high-energy night built around queer community, connection and unapologetic self-expression.
An Evening with Nathan Vega
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- 14 May
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Nathan Vega leans into warmth, groove and genuine connection for a night that feels more like a shared moment than a standard gig. Blending indie-pop bounce with bossa nova sway and bedroom-pop intimacy, his set moves effortlessly between playful and heartfelt. With support from Inigo Magno and Mekky, expect a feel-good, singalong-heavy night.
Joey Silveira
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- 15 May
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Joey Silveira steps up for a debut single launch that leans hard into atmosphere and emotion. Backed by a full band, the night blends pop-rock textures with introspective lyricism, building into something quietly powerful. Local supports Ruby Dattner and Paradise Valley round things out.
Josie’s Vacation
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- 16 May
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Josie’s Vacation are kicking off a loud Saturday arvo at the Bergy with the release of their new single Tip Top Shape, and they’re not coming quietly. Expect punchy alt-rock energy, big hooks, and that loose-but-tight live feel that makes afternoon gigs hit a bit different, with Tainted Facade, Roscoe Mule and Hearth all bringing heavy support sets.
Growth
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- 16 May
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A slightly left-field addition to the month, death metal group Growth brings a more niche performance into the bandroom for the launch of their brand new album Under The Under. To help build up the vibes for the night, Tumour, Barriers and Lily of The Valley will be taking to the stage.
Sunday School
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- 17 May
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Sunday sessions get a rock-leaning twist with Heavy Delay, Tudor Club and Funkytown Fish taking over the stage. It’s the kind of show that sits nicely between laid-back and loud, with melodic hooks and easy crowd energy. Ideal if you want to wrap the weekend with something cruisy but still punchy.
World Goth Day 2026
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- 22 May
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Time to dress in black and lean all the way in. World Goth Day turns the Bergy into a darkwave playground, stacked with brooding bands including EDEN, Velatine, False Animal, Palliative and Human Intrusion. Expect post-punk, gothic rock and plenty of eyeliner.
Badinage
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- 23 May
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Post-rockers Badinage bring a little edge to the bandroom with their signature blend of rock, psych, jazz and opera as they launch their new album Banter. Prepare yourself for intricate arrangements, sharp musicianship and a slightly more refined vibe, though still very much in that intimate Bergy environment.
Freshly Squeezed Sessions – Rob Aspinall ft. Ella Faith & Xanthe
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- 28 May
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Freshly Squeezed is serving up a silky night of RnB, soul and jazz, with Rob Aspinall leading the charge alongside Ella Faith and Xanthe. Expect smooth vocals, lush neo-soul textures and that loose, late-night energy where everything feels a bit more intimate than usual.
Earth Rot
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- 29 May
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Perth’s blackened death juggernauts Earth Rot storm back into Melbourne for a night of absolute sonic punishment. Fresh from studio work on their next record, they’re unleashing material across their full catalogue, backed by Hybrid Nightmares, Munitions and Virulent Invocation for a stacked bill of pure extremity.
Rance Lazarus
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- 30 May
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Rance Lazarus closes out May with a punchy indie-pop/alt-rock launch celebrating his new single Bullet. The track leans into that sharp, emotionally charged moment of clarity, and the live show is set to match it with gritty guitars and big, cathartic choruses. With Ambraya and Mister Co joining the bill, expect a tight night of rising Melbourne acts.
For more information about what the Bergy Bandroom has on offer, head here.
This article was made in partnership with the Bergy Bandroom.
