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Music & Nightlife
Gig guide, live music, festivals, clubbing and going out in Melbourne
The best gigs happening in Melbourne this month
You're going to want to pace yourselves this month, there's a lot of music to get through
The best gay bars in Melbourne
From sticky-floored pubs to drag-themed bars, here are our favourite spots that cater for the queer community
The best nightclubs in Melbourne
When the going gets tough, sometimes you just need to break a sweat and dance the night away
We went to Fred again..’s Melbourne show to see if it was worth the hype… here’s our verdict
We took one for the team and stayed up late on a Monday to report back on the best moments, set times and more
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Upcoming gigs in Melbourne
Live at the Gardens
A new gig series is coming to the Royal Botanic Gardens, with Matt Corby and Middle Kids first up
Melbourne
Alice Ivy
The local artist and electronic producer is celebrating the launch of her new album in Fitzroy this June
Collingwood
Lime Cordiale
The Sydney rock duo will soon be back on Aussie shores for a show at John Cain Arena
Melbourne
Guide to Melbourne's music scene
Whether it's our independent music scene or buzzy live venues, Melbourne is the musician's mecca. As well as nurturing established talent, the...
The best hip-hop clubs in Melbourne
Not into the pop hits that are usually blasting through Melbourne's nightclubs? Don’t confine your obsession with Jay Z, Kendrick and Mary J Blige to...
The best record stores in Melbourne
Nothing beats going analog and hearing the warm crackle and pop of spinning vinyl. In the wake of the digital music revolution, bricks-and-mortar record...
The best live music venues and pubs in Melbourne
While there's suggestion of the live music scene in other cities dying, Melbourne's continues to flourish. And let's face it, who doesn't like a beer with...
The best jazz bars and clubs in Melbourne
The roaring '20s are here again, and naturally, that means jazz is due for a comeback. Here in Melbourne, jazz never really went out of style, with a...
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Your guide to clubbing in Melbourne
Clubs that stay open all night in Melbourne
Sometimes you just need to stay up all night and watch the sunrise. For those days, we've got you sorted. Need some tasty fuel to see you through until dawn?...
The best nightclubs in Melbourne
When the going gets tough, sometimes you just need to break a sweat and dance the night away. If you've been planning on a big night out, peruse our selection...
Sometimes you just need to stay up all night and watch the sunrise. For those days, we've got you sorted. Need some tasty fuel to see you through until dawn?...
Clubs that stay open all night in Melbourne
Sometimes you just need to stay up all night and watch the sunrise. For those days, we've got you sorted. Need some tasty fuel to see you through until dawn?...
The best nightclubs in Melbourne
When the going gets tough, sometimes you just need to break a sweat and dance the night away. If you've been planning on a big night out, peruse our selection...
Where to party on weeknights in Melbourne
We spend most of the week looking forward to the weekend, but who says that partying should be restricted to just Friday and Saturday nights? There's...
The best Sunday sessions in Melbourne
Got work on Monday? Shun the nine-to-five life? Either way, nothing beats a Sunday session. Melbourne's bars and clubs are bringing the good times (and the...
The best hip-hop clubs in Melbourne
Not into the pop hits that are usually blasting through Melbourne's nightclubs? Don’t confine your obsession with Jay Z, Kendrick and Mary J Blige to...
Late-night fun in Melbourne
How to pull the ultimate all-nighter in Melbourne
How to pull the ultimate all-nighter in Melbourne
Your guide to making the most of 24-hour Melbourne – from drinks and dancing to midnight feasts
The best late-night bars in Melbourne
The best late-night bars in Melbourne
No lockouts here! When you're keen to kick on, consult our guide to classy fun after one
The best late-night eats in Melbourne
The best late-night eats in Melbourne
You're up late. You need a feed. We're not here to judge, we're here to help
How Melbourne became a late-night city
How Melbourne became a late-night city
Our investigation into how we became a city of night owls – and what the future holds for Melbourne's nightlife
The people who keep Melbourne running after dark
The people who keep Melbourne running after dark
We meet the people who work through the night to keep Melbourne ticking, from public transport to police
Latest music news and interviews
The best gigs happening in Melbourne this month
Winter might be here, but Melbourne’s live music scene is still heating up this June – here’s everything you need to know about the current line-up
The Big Five-O: Cold Chisel has announced a huge national tour, and they're coming to Melbourne
Aussie rock royalty will make a visit to Melbourne in October – here are the details
How to get tickets for Empire of the Sun’s 2024 Melbourne tour: presale, prices and everything you need to know
The legendary electronic duo is coming back to Oz with the phenomenal Ask That God tour
The best R&B and hip-hop clubs in Melbourne
Get down low at these hip-hop and R&B-heavy clubs in Melbourne