Unsound Adelaide will return this July, bringing its unique blend of experimental and boundary-pushing music to three Adelaide venues over two electrifying nights.
The celebrated Unsound Adelaide festival promises an immersive journey through cutting-edge sound, featuring an impressive lineup of international and local artists. Curated by Unsound Artistic Directors Mat Schulz and Gosia Plysa, the 2025 edition will take over Lion Arts Factory, Hindley Street Music Hall, and Ancient World for an unforgettable weekend of sonic exploration.
Festival-goers can expect performances from acclaimed artists across the experimental music spectrum, with events running late into the night at each venue.
Unsound Adelaide
- Friday 11 July 2025, 7pm-3am – Lion Arts Factory
- Saturday 12 July 2025, 8pm-12am – Hindley Street Music Hall
- Saturday 12 July 2025, 11pm-5am – Ancient World (Closing Party)
Full lineup
- John Cale (UK), formerly of The Velvet Underground
- Wolfgang Voigt presents GAS (Germany)
- Yellow Swans (US)
- Moin (UK)
- aya presents ‘Hexed!’ (UK)
- Chuquimamani-Condori and Joshua Chuquimia Crampton presents LOS THUTHANAKA (US)
- Nídia (Portugal)
- Nídia & Valentina Magaletti (Portugal & Italy)
- Raime (DJ) (UK)
- DJ PGZ (VIC)
- DJ E (Chuquimamani-Condori) (US)
- Strict Face (SA)
- SKORPION KING (SA)
- Bibbe Zee (SA)
- xxxquisite (SA)
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International heavyweights headline diverse program
The 2025 lineup features several notable international acts, including legendary Velvet Underground musician John Cale, who brings his influential sound and decades of artistic innovation to Adelaide. German artist Wolfgang Voigt will present his acclaimed GAS project, known for its hypnotic ambient textures and forest-inspired soundscapes.
From the United States comes the reunion of noise duo Yellow Swans, alongside the fascinating collaborative project LOS THUTHANAKA from artists Chuquimamani-Condori and Joshua Chuquimia Crampton. UK-based aya will present her performance piece Hexed! while electronic producer Moin will deliver their intense, genre-defying sound.
The festival also welcomes Portuguese artist Nídia, who will perform both solo and in collaboration with Italian percussionist Valentina Magaletti. UK electronic duo Raime will appear in a DJ capacity, bringing their dark, atmospheric selections to the dance floor.
Local talent stands alongside global acts
Unsound Adelaide continues its tradition of showcasing local South Australian talent alongside international headliners. Adelaide-based artists featuring in the 2025 program include Strict Face, SKORPION KING, Bibbe Zee, and xxxquisite, while Melbourne’s DJ PGZ will represent Victoria at the festival.
The inclusion of local artists reinforces Unsound’s commitment to highlighting Australian experimental music within its global context, creating opportunities for local performers to share stages with established international acts.
Multiple venues, multiple experiences
The festival structure offers attendees different experiences across its two-day program. Friday’s event at Lion Arts Factory runs from 7pm until 3am, incorporating Unsound Club in its later hours for those looking to dance into the early morning.
Saturday splits the action between two venues, beginning at Hindley Street Music Hall until midnight, with performances taking place under the venue’s iconic chandelier. The festival concludes with a dedicated closing party at Ancient World, running from 11pm until 5am and offering a more intimate setting for the final celebrations.
For those wanting to experience the full weekend, package tickets are available for both main events at Lion Arts Factory and Hindley Street Music Hall. Separate tickets can be purchased for individual events, including the club-only portion of Friday night and the Saturday closing party.
Now established as one of Adelaide’s most forward-thinking music events, Unsound continues to attract dedicated followers who return year after year for its unique programming and immersive atmosphere. The festival remains committed to presenting sounds that defy easy categorisation, creating a space where music enthusiasts can experience the unexpected in a communal setting.
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