12 July 2018

The RiotACT Gig Guide (9 - 15 May)

| Nathan Gubler
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Photo by Michael Reynolds. Needledick will be performing at The Phoenix from 8 pm as part of The Riff Filled Phoenix.

Needledick will be performing at The Phoenix from 8 pm as part of The Riff Filled Phoenix. Photo: Michael Reynolds.

The band featured this week in The RiotACT Gig Guide is four piece punk and noise band Needledick, who will be playing as part of The Riff Filled Phoenix tonight. From 8 pm at The Phoenix, check out Needledick, Monoceros, Mule and The New Party for a night of heavy rock and guitars!

Legendary Australian folk duo Angus & Julia Stone are back in the nation’s capital, performing on Thursday night from 7.30 pm at the UC Refectory. Over at The Basement, the 2 Years Of Silence East Coast tour is in town starting from 7 pm, featuring a fistful of metal acts in Our Anchored Hearts, Silence The Unknown, Snake Eyes and others.

Sydney punk group Tim & The Boys will be launching their LP ‘Growing’ at The Phoenix from 7 pm Friday, while at The Basement, metalcore acts Amberyse and The Motion Below will be on from 7 pm. On Saturday check out Trophy Eyes at The Basement with Bad Juju and HighView, and at 7 pm, Pleased To Jive You and Northbourne Flats will be tearing down Smith’s Alternative. More details below!

Wednesday 9th

Thursday 10th

Friday 11th

Saturday 12th

Sunday 13th

  • Sunday Jazz Jam @ Smith’s Alternative, 1.30 pm start
  • James Reyne @ The Street Theatre, 3 pm start
  • Dale @ Rose Cottage, 3 pm start
  • Josh Veneris @ Old Canberra Inn, 4 pm start
  • Lulu Swing @ Smith’s Alternative, 4 pm start
  • Sean – Hardcover @ Rose Cottage, 7 pm start

Tuesday 15th

Check out our Gig Guide for upcoming world-class live music showcasing local talents, Australian artists, and international musical acts at some of the best venues in the country. Find out about the latest gallery and exhibition openings, new restaurants, all-day cultural events, family-friendly activities, and so much more. There truly is something on offer for everyone, no matter what tastes and interests you have.

Our What’s On page details the shows, events, and activities taking place over the coming days. We make it easy to plan your week, with all of the vital information in one place: when, where, who, and why.

So, get your diary ready and start making plans. It’s time to explore Canberra’s lively events calendar, and get the most out of life in our wonderful city.

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