Supported by Firekites
THU 11 SEP @ 8:00PM
Josh Pyke is pleased to announce a short string of dates this September to showcase songs from his new album Chimney’s Afire, which is due out later this year. Read more
Supported by Calling All Cars
Sat 13th September 2008 8pm
SOLD OUT
To celebrate the release of their breathtaking sophomore album, UNIVERSES, BIRDS OF TOKYO have Read more
TUE 16 SEP - THU 18 SEP @ 8:00PM
David Hawkins proudly presents Showtune Productions’ maverick production of the revolutionary rock ‘n’ roll masterpiece HEDWIG and the ANGRY INCH , back for three exclusive SNEAK PEAK preview perform Read more
Supported by Matt Kelly
SAT 20 SEP @ 7:30PM
Time Magazine wrote: “In a year of auspicious breakthroughs for women writer-performers, Childs was the standout.”
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THU 25 SEP @ 8:00PM
Certain phenomena cannot easily be explained: the Bermuda Triangle, Area 51, the ingredients in a Chicken nugget, that sort of thing. Read more
FRI 26 SEP @ 8:00PM
“If you don’t know who Kora are, it’s high time you found out. Read more
Supported by MORTAL SIN + ANARCHSPHERE
SAT 27 SEP @ 8PM
Testament’s latest studio release, The Formation of Damnation, has just been named 2008 ALBUM OF THE YEAR AT METAL HAMMER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS. Read more
Supported by My Future Lies + Irksome Bliss + Diamond Dolls
SAT 27 SEP @ 12:00PM HELD IN THE LAIR
Short Stack celebrate the release of their first single on Sunday Morning Records, Shimmy A Go Go on 27th September with the Stack to The Future part 2 Black Party in the Metro’s Lair Read more
Supported by Familjen (Sweden)
MON 29 SEP - SOLD OUT
TUE 30 SEP - ONSALE NOW
“ice-cool electro-pop” NME
“super-sleek, super-shiny and uber-cool” New Noise
“dancefloor decadence” Blender
“spooked electropop quartet” URB Read more
Supported by The Tongue, Hoops
WED 01 OCT @ 8:00PM
Having bumrushed our stages and made converts around the country in January when he displayed blistering skills at the Big Day Out, Britain’s leading MC, DIZZEE RASCAL, returns to Australia next mon Read more
FRI 03 OCT @ 8:00PM
Black Francis returns to Australia for his first headline shows in over a decade. Read more
Supported by DREAM FREQUENCY + VISION FOUR 5 + Robin Knight + Abel Vs Ming D + Sasha Vatoff + Quest + Nik Fish Vs Jumping Jack + Paul Holden
SAT 04 OCT @ 8:00PM
They say sequels are never quite as good as the original but Sydney Old Skool are BACK AGAIN to bust that myth with an event that is set to be Bigger and Bolder and Rougher and Tougher than REUNION!
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Supported by DREAM FREQUENCY + VISION FOUR 5 + Robin Knight + Abel Vs Ming D + Sasha Vatoff + Quest + Nik Fish Vs Jumping Jack + Paul Holden
SAT 04 OCT @ 8:00PM
SOLD OUT
They say sequels are never quite as good as the original but Sydney Old Skool are BACK AGAIN to bust that myth with an event that is set to be Bigger and Bolder and Rougher and Tougher than REUNION!
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SUN 05 OCT @ 9:00PM
SOLD OUT
ONSALE ONLY AT Frisky Ticket Outlets
Bayswater Fitness - LVL 1 58 Kippax Street, Surry HillsBang Clothing - 4 Flinders Street, Darlinghurst Read more
Supported by Bluejuice
MON 06 OCT @ 7:30PM
We Are Scientists began, in spirit, at Pomona College, in Claremont, California, in the Fall of 1997, when Keith Murray (lead vocals) and Chris Cain (guitar and backing vocals) met at a viewing of Daw Read more
TUE 07 OCT @ 7:00PM
With a moniker inspired by Angie Dickinson’s tough-talking sex bomb character in the 1970s TV show, Police Woman, Wasser channels a similar presence mixing a bold and enduring stoicism with charm an Read more
Supported by RESIN DOGS + NATTY SISTREN SOUND
FRI 10 OCT @ 7:00PM
“With punchy horns and rhythm aplenty, this was an ensemble that portrayed sheer enjoyment in their music making. Read more
Supported by Kevin Borich, Phil Emmanuel & Smokin’ Joe Robinson
SAT 11 OCT @ 7:30PM
Two legends of the Australian guitar scene and their protégée are gearing up for one of the most electric concert experiences of the year. Read more
SUN 12 OCT @ 8:00PM
Unquestionably one of the most important , influential & well favoured metal bands of our time, CARCASS have reformed in 2008 to perform at several prestigious metal festivals throughout Europe. Read more
Supported by The Vasco Era and The John Steel Singers
THU 16 & FRI 17 OCT @ 8:00PM
NEW SHOW ANNOUNCED!!! ON SALE THURSDAY 4 SEPTEMBER. Read more
SUN 19 OCT @ 11:00PM
The king of rap from Thailand comes for one show only to The Metro Theatre! The first full dance concert of J Jetrin live in Sydney.
Proudly presented by THaiger
Jetrin Retro Party Concert Read more
Supported by The Gin Club
FRI 24 OCT @ 7:00PM
‘The Drones were their usual cathartic, thunder and lightning best. The new songs from their album out next month sounded strong, while they still manage to find new light within their older songs. Read more
Supported by TZU & Little Bushman (NZ)
SAT 25 OCT @ 7:00PM
‘BKB are one of those unique truth-telling outfits in our business that defy time. Amazing musicians with a powerful message. What a concept, huh?’ - Serj Tankian – System Of A Down Read more
Supported by TBC
TUESDAY 28TH OCTOBER 7.30PM
Every year there are albums eagerly anticipated, be it from hot young names, established legends or – and this is usually the most exciting of all the categories – those bands you know are on t Read more
THU 30 OCT @ 8:00PM
Augie March have spent the past 18 months or so variously writing and recording a new album, touring North America repeatedly, supporting the mighty Crowded House on their comeback run, playing the od Read more
FRI 31 OCT @ 8:00PM
A dynamic live show is synonymous with Something with Numbers and fans across the country will be able to experience it first hand when the band take to the road in October and November for a national Read more
SAT 01 NOV @ 8:00PM
Following on from their incredible recent performances at this year’s Fuji Rock and Splendour In The Grass festivals, THE VINES are pleased to announce that they will be embarking upon their first f Read more
WED 05 NOV @ 7:30PM
Following their Australian 2005 tour Seether have won a dedicated army of fans. Seether plays a style of heavy metal mostly associated with the post-grunge era of alternative music Read more
Supported by Dallas Frasca
THU 06 NOV (SOLD OUT)
FRI 07 NOV (ON SALE NOW!)
1st show - SOLD OUT! 2nd show - ON SALE NOW! Read more
THU 20 NOV @ 8:00PM
Lagwagon, Santa Barbara’s pride and joy, are returning to Australia this November to deliver some Californian punk rock respite! Read more
Supported by Synperium and other guests
THU 11 DEC @ 8:00PM
Call them Satan’s cheerleaders, or every Christian’s worst nightmare, Deicide has never been a band to shy away from controversy. Read more