From The Bats in Melbourne to Escape The Fate in Adelaide, Thursday 11 June is absolutely packed with incredible live music. Here's where to be tonight.
Thursday nights don't get much better than this, music lovers. While the rest of the country is settling in for the evening, Australia's live music venues are firing up for what promises to be an absolutely cracking night of entertainment across the continent.
Melbourne's Thursday Thrills
Melbourne punters are spoilt for choice tonight, with legendary New Zealand outfit The Bats taking the stage at Northcote Social Club. Known for their jangly indie-pop gems that defined the Flying Nun sound, this is essential viewing for anyone who appreciates quality songcraft. Meanwhile, the intimate Wesley Anne is hosting what's sure to be a cosy evening of live tunes.
For those seeking something a bit more polished, there's action at both Margaret Court Arena and 170 Russell, while Northcote Theatre and The Toff in Town round out a stellar night across the city.
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Sydney's Scene Sizzles
Sydney's live music scene is in full swing with venues from the inner-west to the north shore getting in on the action. Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar offers an intimate setting for live music lovers, while Hornsby Railway Hotel brings the energy to the northern suburbs.
The university crowd can catch some quality acts at both Manning Bar and The Roundhouse UNSW, while Lansdowne Hotel and The Vanguard continue their reputation as essential Sydney music venues.
Beyond the Big Smoke
Brisbane's music scene is absolutely buzzing tonight, with multiple venues across the city hosting everything from intimate acoustic sets to full-blown rock shows. The Fortitude Music Hall headlines the action, while punk rockers can catch Sex Mask tearing it up at The Junk Bar. Don't sleep on Phil Jamieson at Leichhardt Hotel either – the Grinspoon frontman always delivers.
Adelaide gets its rock fix with American post-hardcore outfit Escape The Fate bringing their high-energy show to The Venue at The Gov, while Ed Castle Hotel offers something more intimate.
Perth isn't missing out, with multiple venues including The Duke of George, Mojo's Bar, and Shaun Kirk at Lyric's Underground.
Even Hobart gets in on the action with electronic experimentalist Iglooghost bringing their unique sound to Altar Bar, while the Sunshine Coast and Wollongong round out a truly national night of live music.
With this much quality live music happening across the country tonight, there's no excuse to stay home. Get out there and support live music! Browse more gigs and find your next live music adventure at musick.com.au.