UPCOMING GIGS
Making Waves Trivia Night
Ahoy!
Come join us for a nautical night of trivia, to raise funds for the Making Waves Foundation!
Come dressed in your nautical best! We're talking pirates, we’re talking mermaids, we’re talking sailors, we’re talking lifeguards, we’re talking prizes for best dressed!
Raffle tickets sold on the night for $1 each, with winners announced during a break in Trivia. Prizes will be revealed on Instagram in the lead-up to the night.
This event is run by a group of 5 Event Management students at Collarts, kindly hosted by The Penny Black in Brunswick who will be donating their night’s venue profits to charity.
Making Waves Foundation runs a variety of sailing experiences to support and empower young people with disability or disadvantaged backgrounds. Through their programs, the foundation fosters a sense of community, connection, and confidence, transforming the lives of participants.
6pm - Doors open. Guests encouraged to get some dinner and drinks.
6:45-7:15pm - Guest speakers
7:15pm on - Trivia!
Sea you there!
Cheers,
Ruby, Victor, Bec, Julia, and Juliette
The Dalt Wisneys
Meet The Dalt Wisneys, the band that transforms your favourite childhood melodies into full-throttle punk rock anthems! It's childhood reimagined – for those who’ve grown up but will never really grow up. We bring the songs, the energy, and the characters to life with costumes, theatrics, and an all-out performance honed by seasoned musicians who’ve toured, played, and busked across Victoria and beyond. This is more than a gig – it’s an experience.
THE PENNY BLACK COMEDY NIGHT
Think you're funny? Then sign up to perform for 5 minutes infront of your friends at The Penny Black in Brunswick
Think you've got something funny to say? Or maybe you've always wanted to give stand-up comedy a go but didn’t know where to start?
Audience:
It's free, come take a seat have a drink and pizze, relax you don't have to perform!
BIG BAND FREQUENCY
Get ready to swing into an unforgettable evening with Big Band Frequency, where the timeless and modern sounds of big band jazz will be brought together in ways that’ll excite you to your core.
Having been festival favourites and champions of Melbourne's big band scene for 17 years, Big Band Frequency is back to bring you some of their trademark energy, rockin' rhythm, and fiery soul. Featuring 19 of the most talented musicians around including the incredible vocals of Julia G, who'll lead you through a fun-filled night of hot, danceable songs and tunes from the likes of Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie all the way to Tori Kelly, Larry Graham, and Snarky Puppy, with some original numbers to boot!
This gig will be free entry, so come along for an electric night of hot, live music and an experience you won’t forget!
Big Band Frequency
It's going to be a fabulous afternoon at the Penny Black when Big Band Frequency returns to bring you a fiery collection of some of the greatest swing, funk, and Latin tunes around!
This show will be free entry, so bring your friends and come along for an afternoon of hot, live music, excellent food and drinks and great atmosphere that you won't want to miss!
BIG BAND FREQUENCY
Get ready to swing into an unforgettable evening with Big Band Frequency, where the timeless and modern sounds of big band jazz will be brought together in ways that’ll excite you to your core.
Having been festival favourites and champions of Melbourne's big band scene for 17 years, Big Band Frequency is back to bring you some of their trademark energy, rockin' rhythm, and fiery soul. Featuring 19 of the most talented musicians around including the incredible vocals of Julia G, who'll lead you through a fun-filled night of hot, danceable songs and tunes from the likes of Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie all the way to Tori Kelly, Larry Graham, and Snarky Puppy, with some original numbers to boot!
This gig will be free entry, so come along for an electric night of hot, live music and an experience you won’t forget!
TRIPLE J's - HOTTEST 100 LISTENING PARTY
🔥 Hottest 100 rewind!
We’re throwing on triple j’s countdown this Saturday from 12pm — cold beers, loud speakers, and all the tracks you voted for. See you at The Penny Black.
JINGLE IN JULY
Presented by The Penny Black & Perfectly Queer, hosted by Miss Bobbee Pinn, Ty Ty Fantasia & Onda Spectrum.
Who says Christmas only comes once a year? Get ready to sleigh your winter with Jingle in July, the holly-jolly drag extravaganza you didn’t know you needed! These three cheeky Christmas elves are decking the halls (and the stage) with festive performances, drag bingo, music bingo, and a bunch of merry games.
Yule laugh, Yule cry, Yule sleigh as these Christmas queens bring the holy spirit… while you get into the spirit with our special themed cocktails.
So grab your mistletoe, dust off that ugly Christmas sweater and jingle all the way!
Supa Lucia
Supa Lucia are a dancefloor friendly, energetic disco pop band from Naarm/Melbourne. Their sound blends a myriad of musical and stylistic influences.
Think pulsating "Studio 54" disco rhythms, stacked 70s singalong harmonies and insatiably catchy pop hooks.
Delivered by a double female lead vocal attack, Supa Lucia light up stages with their retro-flavoured dance music - for a new modern generation of fans.
Supported by The Pearlies, who are making serious waves in the local indie scene with their iconic 60's jangle pop sound.
free entry
Ras Jahknow Band, Pau Almeida & Band and special guest DJs
Ras Jahknow Band are the Reggae Powerhowse, blazing new soul and fresh rhythms into what is described best as culturally rich, roots reggae music. Passionate vocals in English and Creole weave through the diverse native sounds from the African island nation of Cape Verde, Brazil,New Zealand, Tanzania,Malaysia, and Mauritius to Australia. The band embodies a vision of unity, respect and peace, built on the foundation of irresistible, reggae rhythms. Ras Jahknow has Performed at numerous festivals in Australia and Abroad.Cape Verdean born Ras Jahknow formed the band in late 2010, and they have since cemented themselves as one of Australia’s most iconic reggae ensembles.
Tickets on sale here
ARRAIA DO BAQUE
Get ready for the 3rd edition of Arraiá do Baque – a vibrant celebration of Brazilian culture, rhythm, and joy!
Arraiá do Baque is a Festa Junina – one of Brazil’s most beloved winter festivals. Expect an explosion of music, dance, food, and colour in a warm and festive atmosphere.
Our party brings together the joyful traditions of Festa Junina with the powerful Afro-Brazilian drumming of Maracatu – a musical and cultural tradition from the Northeast of Brazil.
JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE PARTY FILLED WITH MUSIC, CULTURE, AND FUN!
HOMOWO FESTIVAL
𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗔 - 𝗜𝗦 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
HOMOWO FESTIVAL from Ghana (West Africa), with supporting act 𝗞𝗪𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗔 ( @Kwametosuma) and 𝗞𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 ( @danceenergyhappiness)
Also joining the celebration are some of Melbourne's outstanding Ghanaian master drummers and dancers taking you on a music journey from the Ancestral Traditional music to the Jazz undertones of the folk Palm Wine songs and Ghana Highlife.
´Homowo´is an annual harvest festival that commemorates the day the ancestors won victory over hunger, hooted at it and ridiculed it with songs and dancing. It will be celebrated in Melbourne at the same time as it is happening in Ghana.
𝙒𝘼𝙇𝘼 - 𝙄𝙎 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀 (@walaislife) will be bringing to the stage passionate performance of 15 powerful drums and instruments played with fingers, hands, feet and sticks, souring vocals, spectacular dances and colourful costumes, that will keep you dancing like there´s no tomorrow.
Supporting performer 𝗞𝗪𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗔 and 𝗞𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔, are a dynamic force on the dance floor. Fusing the rich rhythms of traditional West African dance with the vibrant energy of Afro-contemporary and Afrobeat styles. The performances are more than movement—they're immersive experiences that captivate audiences and inspires everyone to move.
THE PENNY BLACK COMEDY NIGHT
Think you're funny? Then sign up to perform for 5 minutes infront of your friends at The Penny Black in Brunswick
Big Band Frequency
It's going to be a fabulous afternoon at the Penny Black when Big Band Frequency returns to bring you a fiery collection of some of the greatest swing, funk, and Latin tunes around!
This show will be free entry, so bring your friends and come along for an afternoon of hot, live music, excellent food and drinks and great atmosphere that you won't want to miss!
Quincoction
Quincoction is a Jazz Fusion / Latin band born and bred in Melbourne, Australia. Captivating with high energy, yet soulful, tight harmonies. Each set, a unique high powered performance with well-planned grooves, spontaneous break-downs and original music. Quincoction will make you stamp your feet and groove to the beat.
For one night only, we will celebrate the birthday of our front-man supported by the amazing Salsa Casera, and Tracksuit Larry. Come, enjoy and party to a night of soulful, upbeat and energetic music that you simply cannot stay still for.
free entry
Plan B and The New York Minutes
Plan B is a long-time collective of some of Melbourne’s most diverse and experienced musicians. Once affiliated with ‘B’ for Box Hill, Plan B has kept only the name and expanded our range of talent and resources. Our repertoire consists of big-band arrangements from many music eras: classic swing, jazz standards, latin & afro-latin classics, and even rock, pop and R&B. All with a big-band style. The incredible Julia Sandel is our vocalist, and she handles it all so beautifully, from soulful highs to whisper-like ballads and blues. Plan B is a hard-swinging band you won’t want to miss at The Penny Black.
joining them on stage will be The New York Minutes
tickets on sale now —-> here
Atomic Entourage
Atomic Entourage is a high energy alt rock band drawing inspiration from the iconic Aussie genres of surf and pub rock.
Blending catchy lyrics and powerhouse vocals with shredding guitar solos and a vibrant rhythm section, A.E is a standalone experience to watch, never ceasing to engage, captivate and entertain an audience all through the night.
Hot off the release of their debut album and having played packed out headliners in Melbourne, Sunshine Coast and Townsville, A.E has built a fanbase that spans the east coast of Australia.
Now, they're setting their sights on establishing their name across the entirety of Australia's music scene.
joining them on stage Volt Jolt
free entry
ÖZERGUN
Local six-piece funk/prog rockers ÖZERGUN are back at the Penny Black for the second time since their latest single Come Over was released. The setlist will include crowd favourites from the EP Live in Studio A as well as the popular PBS song On the Brink which has recently been featured in the Environmental Music Prize. If you’ve never seen them live, you can expect a unique blend of jazz, rock, folk, and world music flavours plus heaps of improv, jam sections, and meandering musical journeys!
It’s going to be a wicked night with sick special guests Our Zebra Troy and Slaux! Don’t miss it.
TICKET EVENT
$15 presale // $20 door
Coast to Coast w/ The Shadow Ministers + Stokes + Stimpies
The Music South East project - a joint collaboration between MusicSA and the Mount Gambier Council - has been working to support venues in the region to host live music on a regular basis. What better way to put all the work into practice than packing the van, getting on the road and bringing music to Adelaide, Mount Gambier and Melbourne.
A bit about the bands:
Adelaide’s The Shadow Ministers are a group of musicians who believe that all people should have the inalienable right to access good music. They work towards a lean and stripped back approach to music to minimise noise and maximise output.
One of Mount Gambier’s most promising bands, Stokes are a dynamic trio of
young lads whose music is a tasty blend of garage, surf, punk and R&B styles.
Since first releasing their self produced EP “Stokes”, including dreamy psych
single “Bungalow”, the Berrin based band have been involved in exciting shows
and festivals all around South Australia. The trio have shared the same stage with
artists including Regurgitator, DICE, DZ Deathrays, Smith Street Band and Bad//
Dreams.
Hand-Picked Rock & Roll from Naarm’s Mornington Peninsula and comprised of best friends and lovers, Ned, Ethan, Bec and Van, Stimpies have been around the ringer, honing in their western inspired Rock & Roll sound, pulling concepts from the blues, psychedelia, old school punk, and country, as well as alternative indie and Australiana.
All shows are free entry, limited by capacity.
TOVCH TAKE OVER - KING'S BIRTHDAY
TOVCH Takeover – King's Birthday at The Penny Black
Sunday 8 June · 4PM – 10PM
TOVCH is taking over The Penny Black this King's Birthday with a stacked lineup, wild energy, and big sound. We're turning Brunswick into the bass capital for one night only — no work Monday means no excuses. Get in early, stay late, and bring the crew.
Proudly sponsored by: Alesis, Cocaler, TOVCH, Verse@ille
Goose Bay
Goose Bay are an emerging five piece indie/surf rock band based in Naarm/Melbourne. Their Backseat Lovers, Peach Pit and Fleetwood Mac inspired sound is enough to knock your socks off, gently put them back on and knock them off once more.
joining them on stage are Cascade Bloom and Toadstool
free entry
Harvey Town
That’s right, Harvey is releasing his next studio single ‘Wake Me Up (again)’ at the Penny Black and you’re invited!
Joined by Eddy St and Lunic.
Harvey Town is the Melbourne singer songwriter, frontman keys player you didn’t know you needed. Working his way through the piano man circuit belting out rock classics in South Melbourne, to comping jazz piano in the North, Harvey fuses Jazz, Pop, Funk and Rock in new ways through original songs with a killer live band that you just can’t sit still for. Deriving influence from Elton John, Cory Henry, and Stevie Wonder, Harvey exudes passion with every lyric sung and every chord struck to bring together music that lights a fire in your soul (or under your bum). Harvey has played all over town in numerous venues across Melbourne from the Espy, Piano on Chapel, IVY, Bodriggy, 303 and Ragtime Tavern. Whether there’s 5 or 500 people, Harvey blasts his new music like you’ve heard it 1000 times before for a night of fun, fear and funk you won’t forget.
TICKETED SHOW - $20 pre sale and $25 door - Doors open 8:30pm
Ticket link - https://events.humanitix.com/harvey-town-single-launch
SET TIME
9-9:45pm Lucia
10-10:45pm Eddy St
11pm-12am Harvey Town
THE PENNY BLACK COMEDY
Your Monday just got funny. Join us for a night of stand-up at The Penny Black, booked comedians and a chance for fresh voices to jump on the mic.
Feeling brave? Sign up for the open mic from 7:15pm at the bar and test your best material in front of a live crowd.
Free entry. Cold beers. Good laughs.
Huskees
Premiering at the Penny Black for one night only...
An underground movie, made over two years using experimental technique combines with a fully-live soundtrack to create ‘Danny Kebab’. – A raw and emotive experience bringing local talent and scenery to a night-out filled with grit and intrigue. Performed by the south-east’s most soul stirring surf-rockers – ‘Huskees’, this one of a kind blend of movie and music is sure not to be missed!
Keets
Keets (Nikita Kranz) is a singer-songwriter who uses unique melodies and complex lyrics to tell a story. To bring the dancey-vibe to Keets; her band containing, Finn (keys), David (drums) and Sam (bass) create the full picture.
Come along to see a double set of neo-soul/jazz originals AND covers.
free entry
The South East Gents Bring New Orleans to Brunswick
Come join us at The Penny Black for a night filled with the soulful sounds of New Orleans! The South East Gents will be bringing their unique blend of Jazz, Funk, Rhythm n' Blues, & Soul to the stage, guaranteeing a night of toe-tapping music and good vibes. Get ready to Let the Good Times Roll, and experience the spirit of New Orleans right here in Brunswick. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event!
Get your tickets here
Big Band Frequency
The Big Band Frequency returns to The Penny Black band room!
Experience this band of 19 talented musicians knock your socks off with swing, funk, Latin, and soul classics from the '50s through to the modern day.
Busted Lip
Busted Lip blossomed from a collection of bedroom demos and high school rock shows into the real deal. Having grown up and shared together a deep and extensive love of music, the band has spent a lot of time creating music they believe is worthy of sitting down and jamming out to. Music that has come from a wide variety of different inspirations and sounds that they hope remains interesting without being too offensive to the ears. Now—as a complete set of five musicians—they’re writing and playing songs in search of the sound that will finally blow your heads off!
No matter what you’re into, Busted Lip has got a little bit of everything for anybody. Focusing on making music they like, their catalog includes anything from acoustic ballads for the romantics to energetic singalong for those looking for a dance. As they continue to evolve and release new stuff, they aim to build a following of people with a similar appreciation for the sonic art form.
These guys have been hard at work playing shows up and down the east coast, having even supported Ruby Fields in Castlemaine and Torquay. And they’ve done it all whilst being the first EVER musicians to move from Sydney to Melbourne EVER!
The Seben Brothers
The Seben Brothers are an energetic dance band that exclusively plays African music, and particularly a dance style called Soukous which comes from the DRC in Central Africa.
The band have been performing locally since 2016 and the members are veteran musicians including local and African artists.
The band plays plays dance music driven by a passion for performance. Soukous is the main style and it developed of the last three decades in central Africa. Soukous means "to shake" and that is the main effect of experiencing the music of The Seben Brothers.
A "Sebene" is a term used in Congolese Rumba music to describe the instrumental section of a rumba song where the singing finishes and the band creates an ecstatic instrumental section to energise the audience into dancing.
supported by Gabriel Simbine + Moz groove
free entry, 18+ event
Coast To Coast w/ Dole Manchild +Sexy As Shit + Molly Rocket
To celebrate the re-establishment of live music as a regular fixture in Mount Gambier - local’s Sexy As Shit are teaming up with Adelaide’s Molly Rocket and Melbourne’s Dole Manchild to go coast to coast and bring the party to some of the best venue’s this side of the equator.
The Music South East project - a joint collaboration between MusicSA and the Mount Gambier Council - has been working to support venues in the region to host live music on a regular basis. What better way to put all the work into practice than packing the van, getting on the road and bringing music to Adelaide, Mount Gambier and Melbourne.
A bit about the bands:
Angst driven, fun, strange and unlike anything you’ve really seen, Adelaide alternative rock band Molly Rocket are churning out tunes which mimic the heartbeat of 90’s rock through a modern lense.
Sexy As Shit (SAS) are an indie music duo from Mount Gambier who see no boundaries when they are creating music. Drawing influence from 2000’s sleaze, 80’s synth pop and everything in between - the end result is ‘not Dance Pop, but something you can dance to’.
A "Rising punk powerhouse" - Melbourne’s Dole Manchild are an Argentine fronted, eclectic, eccentric, and explosively energetic five piece supergroup delivering genre-fusing art-punk garage and rock.
Free entry, 18+
The Electrique Birds
The Electrique Birds have landed – described as a machine blend of dirty rock / pop.
Don’t miss these “four modern” genre crossing fatales now debuting their wares about town.
Their heart beating, pop diminishing EP “She” is impressive indeed.
Enigmatic Mishka holds the helm with her unique and distinctive punching vocals.
Guitarist FiFi blends her powerful, driving pump action riffs with beefy full chord overlays.
Tight as beautiful bass and drum rhythm team Ginger and Binderella steer the sound fusions home to roost with sensitive feel for mood and colour.
with support by Nat Allison and Eat The Damn Orange
Shelley's Motor Club
Presenting a six-piece powerhouse derived from the undeniable influences of soul, rock & roll and funk music with a classic blues edge. With the core foundation comprised of seasoned vocals, keys, guitar, bass and drums, Shellys Motor Club also features a unique horn front line, culminating a truly eclectic sound. Expect high energy original music inspired by legends such as The Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Pretenders, Rolling Stones & more - Shellys Motor Club is guaranteed to give a welcomed sense of freedom and invigoration in their youthful take and contribution to the genres that shaped them.
free entry
Solana Collective. Presents: SOLANA'S DAY OUT
SOLANA COLLECTIVE'S FIRST EVER DAY PARTY!!! THIS WILL NOT BE ONE TO MISS. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!
It’s been a while, and we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes planning our next steps… All this hard work calls for a holiday, and what better way to holiday than to celebrate our very first day party with you all in our next instalment of events…
Solana Collective. presents: SOLANA’S DAY OUT!
We return with our next instalment of parties at a new venue in the heart of Brunswick, where we’ll be able to soak up the sun and dance the day away to some of Melbourne’s finest psytrance artists
See you all there!
The Dainty Morsels (Adelaide)
A band of many influences, The Dainty Morsels have carved out their own distinctive space in the Adelaide scene through incessant gigging and an unwavering stream of creative output.
Remarked for the immensity of their sound despite their four piece line up, the Dainty’s are an intensely collaborative band, tethered only to an overall mood and spirit. A blend of playful whimsy and neurotic lamentation is the duality of The Dainty Morsels songwriting and performance.
With their second studio album well in the works and a devoted cult following behind them, the Dainty’s are equipped and ready to push out far beyond their hometown in 2025.
with support by Echo Social Club & Astro Elevator
free entry, 18+ show