The Crystal Set

Venue

Northcote Social Club

Northcote, Melbourne • 400 cap

Tickets

$40

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Date & Time

Sat, 5 Dec

8:00pm

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

About this event

After 2025's sell out run along the east coast Sydneys Godfathers of Psychedelic Jangle Guitar Pop from the Eighties are back with all your favourite old songs and some new ones from their forthcoming album. The bands new single Critical Mass has been getting plays around Australia. Backseat Mafia wrote “jingle jangle psych pop of the highest order: enigmatic, anthemic and very cool. “The band features the 2 original songwriters Russell Kilbey and Phil Maher along with Paul Abrahams on bass (The Reels, Wendy Mathews), Murray Cook on Guitar and Keys (Midnight Oil, Mentals and Warumpi Band ) and powerhouse drummer Rudi Webber. Supported by the ever alluring Alannah Russack (The Hummingbirds) and Sydney Bubble Grunge Punks Postcards from Pluto. THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+? Northcote Social Club strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.?Crowd surfing & dangerous behaviour will result in removal from the venue.? Full conditions of entry?|?Accessibility Info?? ?Can't make the eve

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Set Times

Show Starts 8:00pm

The Crystal Set ★ TBA

Times marked ~ are estimates. Arrive early to avoid missing your favourite acts. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does The Crystal Set start?

The Crystal Set is scheduled to perform at 8:00pm on Saturday, 5 December 2026 at Northcote Social Club. 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 The Crystal Set finish?

The Crystal Set is expected to finish around 9:15pm at Northcote Social Club. 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 Northcote Social Club located?

Northcote Social Club is located at 301 High Street, Northcote, VIC. The venue has a capacity of 400 people.

How much are tickets for The Crystal Set?

Tickets for The Crystal Set are $40. Tickets are available online.

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Location

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