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Past Event

Holding Absence with guests Kingdom of Giants (usa) + Stepson

16 Aug 2026

Sunday

Show 7:30pm

Venue

170 Russell

Melbourne • 1,000 cap

Tickets

Event Ended

Date & Time

Sun, 16 Aug

7:30pm

Set Times

Starts 7:30pm
Holding Absence ★ TBA
guests Kingdom of Giants (usa) TBA
Stepson TBA

Times are as listed by the venue or ticket provider and can change — check with them before you go.

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About Holding Absence

Holding Absence

Australian melodic hardcore band

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Holding Absence — Setlist

Here's the actual setlist from the show on 16 August 2026.

  1. Whisper of a Dream
  2. Curse Me With Your Kiss
  3. Like a Shadow
  4. Gravity
  5. Lucid Love
  6. Aching Longing
  7. A Crooked Melody
  8. In Circles
  9. Reflection
  10. Afterlife
  11. Wilt

Setlist via setlist.fm

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Holding Absence start?

The show at 170 Russell is listed to start at 7:30pm on Sunday, 16 August 2026. Set times for Holding Absence haven't been announced, and a listed start is often when doors open. Times are as listed by the venue or ticket provider and can change — check with them before you go.

Where is 170 Russell located?

170 Russell is located at 170 Russell, Melbourne, VIC. The venue has a capacity of 1,000 people.

Who are the support acts for Holding Absence?

The support acts are guests Kingdom of Giants (usa), Stepson at 170 Russell on Sunday, 16 August 2026.

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Location

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