Feeling Bergalicious? We sure are!
The Sydney Road bandroom is packed to the rafters this month, and for good reason. The perfect size, with a big ol’ beer garden and a banging sound system to boot, it’s quickly becoming the place to book for both up-and-comers and out-of-towners.
There’s a LOT on this month, so we won’t beat around the bush. Enjoy!
Check out our gig guide, our arts guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide. Follow us on Instagram here.
UGLIEBOY
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- 1 August
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UGLIEBOY headlines with their Losing Control EP tour, bringing their energetic brand of alt-rock, trip hop and electronic to Brunswick. Expect tight lyricism grappling with the ills of coming of age in the modern world and bold, genre-bending beats. Supporting acts including Olza, Blush, and CVRNS round out the evening with fresh local talent.
WHATFEST PART 2
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- 2 August
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This all-ages festival showcase features an eclectic lineup: Six Degree Sunburn, Blue Velvet, Ducter, Benhall and Robin Adelaide. The day’s programming offers diverse styles from indie rock to shoegaze, ideal for young music fans. The second installment of the beloved event will be a celebration of Melbourne’s inclusive music scene, fostering community and creativity.
Paraquay
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- 2 August
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Underground rockers Paraquay celebrate their new album Avalon to Avalon with a hometown launch. A year in the making, the album features layered instrumentals and heartfelt, introspective vocals. Supporting acts Property and De Porsal add further variety, making this one a must-see for fans of dreamy, introspective indie rock.
Lewis Toms Trio
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- 3 August
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The Bergy’s gearing up for an intimate evening of rhythmic pop-rock fusion with Lewis Toms Trio, accompanied by Aunty Blue and Maeve Grieve. Dishing out an energetically dynamic and enthralling live set, Lewis Toms Trio provides a laid-back Sunday session perfect for winding down the weekend.
Harvey Town
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- 7 August
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Harvey Town celebrates his new single Bring It Back, following a recent sold-out EP release show at Freshen Up. Dejure and Dove Creek will also bring their own alt-rock essence, adding to the funky, pop-rock vibes. Strap in for a night of ivory-tinkling and emotive vocals that only Harvy could deliver.
Mature Themes
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- 8 August
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Psychedelic garage rockers Mature Themes will present their full-length debut album Another Kind of Life after building a buzz with singles Sweet Release and Bows + Arrows. They’ll perform alongside special guests Hobsons Bay Coast Guard and Al Matcott & The Forever Band.
Megan Kennedy
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- 9 August
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Rising star Megan Kennedy performs her new EP Reach and Touch the Road, accompanied by Aunty Blue, Marigolden and Oliver Jach. With her intricate finger picking and melodic indie pop, this one will bring out all the feels.
Black Rheno
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- 9 August
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If you like your music loud and your beer shaken, Black Rheno is your jam. It’s gonna be sweaty, wild and unapologetically metal. With A Gazillion Angry Mexicans (what a name), Ghostsmoker and Munt, expect your ears to ring all week.
Brittany Holt
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- 10 August
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Feeling a little delulu? Brittany Holt brings The Delusional Tour to town, with support from Noah Calderan and Lara Buchanan. Brittany Holt brings lush pop star realness with just the right mix of sass and sincerity on her first ever headline tour.
Battle of the Bands – Heat 4
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- 13 August
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Drama! Riffs! Glory! It’s the fourth heat of Bergy’s battle of the bands, and the stakes are high. Queen Hyena, Backbone, Oil Rig and more are going head-to-head to prove they’ve got the goods. Bring your loudest cheers and your most judgmental eyebrows.
NATE FAKER
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- 14 August
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Nate Faker takes a solo turn on his I’M HERE… tour, promising stripped-back arrangements and vocal intimacy. Nathan Hudson, the voice behind the legendary Aussie rock project Faker, is stepping out for his solo debut – don’t miss it.
PRETTY BLEAK
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- 15 August
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PRETTY BLEAK is here to make your existential crises sound beautiful. Their new EP, Coming to Terms With It All, is dripping in atmospheric alt-rock goodness. The mood board is ethereal, shoegazy and ambient.
Echo Bravo Festival 2025
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- 16 August
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A day-to-night mini-festival packed with up-and-comers and surprise gems, Echo Bravo Festival takes over the Bandroom with a killer community vibe. Whether you’re nursing a cold brew or crowd surfing, this one’s got it all.
KP HYDES
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- 21 August
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KP HYDES is taking you on a sonic spaceship with his debut EP WONDERSHIP. The Canberra native will be offering up bouncy beats and lyrical miracles, bringing Panda Lilly and Ragged Blossom along for this cosmic cruise.
Jordy Maxwell
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- 22 August
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Jordy Maxwell is your new favourite sad boi (with a smile). Anthemic, heartfelt, and just a little bit nostalgic, it’s perfect for a winter night. He’ll be joined by Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Seb Szabo for a charming night of storytelling.
bella amor
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- 23 August
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bella amor is the type of act you’ll brag about seeing before they blew up. Think raw vocals, polished pop, and high-key intimacy. She’s hitting the Bergy on her first headline tour, following a support slot with the iconic Benson Boone.
Starve
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- 24 August
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Get ready to unleash some angst, because Starve’s launching Wrong Body and it’s going to hit hard. Splinter, Tumour, and As Long As It Bleeds bring the noise. It’ll be heavy, fast, and brutally cathartic.
Aunty Blue
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- 28 August
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Three singles. One night. Endless vibes. Aunty Blue is levelling up, and Honeybeam plus Meisie are bringing backup. Expect soul-stirring folk magic and sonic surprises all evening long.
OUTSIDERS CODE and WINNERZ CIRCLE
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- 29 August
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Prep yourselves for a night of hardcore unleashed by South Australia’s top talent. Melbourne’s Outsiders Code and Adelaide’s Winnerz Circle are here to blow out the Bergy. With Dizdain, Implode, and Zero Hour also on the bill, there’s no chill here, only chaos.
BUSHIDO
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- 30 August
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Bushido is dropping their new single My Disguise, and we’re expecting emotional destruction. The first song written since the band got back together, it represents a new direction for the project. Lung and Winterun will be backing them up.
WrestleBrainia SundaySlam
- 31 August
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Finish the month with the return of WrestleBrainia’s SundaySlam, an entertaining wrestling-meets-comedy performance. Family-friendly, bizarre matches and audience participation make it a fun community event.
To browse the Bergy’s full events calendar, head here.
