APS & elsewhere present: The Phosphenes

Venue

elsewhere

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Tickets

$17

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Date & Time

Fri, 6 Nov

8:00pm

We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

About this event

Formed out of Caboolture’s suburban sprawl, The Phosphenes have quickly developed a reputation for raw, infectious alternative rock, pulling heavily from 90s grunge, garage rock and power pop punk. Their sound has drawn comparisons to acts including Violent Soho, Jebediah, You Am I and DZ Deathray, with triple j Unearthed describing recent track “D.Y.V” as a “huge punk anthem”.Joining them is Gold Coast five piece Scarfe, an indie rock outfit built around three part harmonies, varied instrumentation and a genre bending approach to songwriting.Also on the bill is Bella Jon, an emerging Gold Coast artist whose live shows lean into storytelling and powerful vocals, bringing a different dynamic to the night alongside the heavier guitar driven acts.Jet Lindsay completes the four act lineup, making this a showcase of emerging artists and new sounds from around the local scene.The show lands at Elsewhere, tucked above Cavill Avenue in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Since opening in 2003, Else

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Set Times

Show Starts 8:00pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does APS & elsewhere start?

APS & elsewhere is scheduled to perform at 8:00pm on Friday, 6 November 2026 at elsewhere. Arrive early to get a good spot. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

What time does APS & elsewhere finish?

APS & elsewhere is expected to finish around 9:00pm at elsewhere. This is our estimate from the stage time and a typical set length, not a confirmed finish time. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

Where is elsewhere located?

elsewhere is located at 1/23 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD.

How much are tickets for APS & elsewhere present: The Phosphenes?

Tickets for APS & elsewhere present: The Phosphenes are $17. Tickets are available online.

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