The Bergy Bandroom always platforms new music, but this month it may have gone above and beyond.
With a whopping five release parties happening in September, it’s safe to say the Bergy is the place to be if you’re feeling a little tired of your Spotify library.
What’s more, they’re also hosting dozens of other emerging local acts in their Sunday School and Battle of the Bands series. And that’s on top of national tours, an African Australian stand-up comedy night, and even a show dedicated to cinematic tunes.
It’s a favourite for a reason! Let’s investigate further.
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Malicy
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- 5 September
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Malicy kicks off the month with their Nothing’s the Same single launch. They’ll be unleashing their third-ever single (after the buzzy Clouds and Antidote) with support from The Engagement, Bad Mantra and Elysium. Expect raw emotion, powerful chords and a bit of bittersweet swagger.
Alta Falls
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- 6 September
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Electro-pop lovers, Brisbane’s Alta Falls is bringing their national tour to Brunswick. Get ready for soaring melodies, hooky guitar riffs, 1980s-style synths and enough stage presence to set your Saturday night alight.
Alisha.K
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- 11 September
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Alisha.K is hitting the stage with full band flair to celebrate her brand-new single Victoria, a love letter to Melbourne, the city that welcomed her with open arms. Her set blends indie-rock, pop, blues and folk with a sonic honesty that shimmers like golden hour light. She’ll be joined by Aunty Blue and Githmi.
GRAVEMIND
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- 12 September
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Melbourne heavy metal band GRAVEMIND descends on the Bergy, serving up atmosphere-heavy soundscapes, heavy riffs and raw metal energy. Body Prison, Melting and Bitter Kind will heat up the stage for a night of musical brutality.
Evelyn Yuen
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- 13 September
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Evelyn Yuen is blasting into the spotlight with her debut single Distant Galaxy, a synth-pop ballad that’s equal parts heart-on-sleeve and sonically escapist. This is her first-ever self-planned and managed show, and will also feature appearances by Joanne Fong, Curly and the Fringe and Minhy.
Bridge Left to Burn x Some Heard Trouble
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- 13 September
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It’s a double dose of mayhem. Sydney-based, female-fronted metalcore band Left to Burn and Melbourne post-hardcore outfit Some Heard Trouble are teaming up, piling riffs on riffs. This one will be loud, intense and mosh pit worthy.
Sunday School: Running with Scissors, Sad Bots, BoysnLove
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- 14 September
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The Sunday School gig rolls around again with Running with Scissors, Sad Bots and BoysnLove. Cheap beers, tight bands, and chill vibes – this is Sunday night done right, whether you’re winding down or revving up for Monday.
Battle of the Bands – Heat 5
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- 17 September
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Local legends-in-the-making face off in Battle of the Bands, featuring Naked Mannequin, KASH, Projectile Dysfunction, Jonathan Bufalino and Astral High. Watch these guys go head to head for the crown in this high-stakes throwdown featuring top local talent.
African Australians Comedy Gala
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- 18 September
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Take a detour from riffs to roars with this comedy gala. Featuring Ash Fils-Aime, Joe White, Yeluselmi, Sam Gebreselassie and Akwasi Ose-Tutu, it’s a supercharged night of laughs, cultural commentary and stand-up punchlines.
Convenience Store
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- 19 September
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Melbourne’s own Convenience Store are dropping their debut album Tabis. Written in a basement studio, the 11 songs are all DIY heartbreak and mystique, walking the fine line between survival stories and shimmering illusions. Hamish Bloom & Obe Bramall-White and Spenser are on support duties.
Kaiyah Mercedes
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- 20 September
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Kaiyah Mercedes is dropping her new single I’m Gonna Be Famous, alongside Kash and Mac and the Steeze. Prepare yourself for vocals that soar, smooth grooves and a confident charm that lets you know yes – she will indeed be famous.
Sunday School: Slowburn, Tarnished, Vent, Lockjaw, Knifepoint
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- 21 September
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Welcome to another edition of Sunday School, a laid-back, matinee-style showdown where Slowburn, Tarnished, Vent, Lockjaw and Knifepoint dish out riffs and raw charisma. Expect cheap beers, food specials and fierce competition.
FILMISCHE
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- 24 September
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FILMISCHE is taking over the Bergy, delivering cinematic soundscapes crafted by Garagee, 3 Base Hit and Hannes Lackmann. Acid jazz, electronic and post-rock all find their place at this interesting and unusual showcase.
Carmeria
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- 26 September
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Carmeria officially bring their gothic metal procession to town, dealing out crushing riffs, soaring vocals and an atmosphere thicker than morning fog. With support from The Stranger and Victoria K, it’s a prog-metal journey for the soul.
WrestleBrainia SundaySlam
- 28 September
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Wrap up the month with a wild card: the WrestleBrainia SundaySlam. Wrestling-themed? Music-themed? You’ll have to rock up and find out, but definitely expect something delightfully unconventional to close out September.
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