Come down for a night of music from grunge-gaze act Earth Cadet, post-hardcore outfit Sharpener and indie-shoegaze from Fire By The River. 

Post-punk troublemakers GUN LAWS return to The Old Bar with some old friends and some new friends for a wonderful evening of sound, fury, soul and reasonably priced beverages. Described on public bathroom walls as 'Your Least Favourite Band's Least Favourite Band', they have promised in writing to bring a blistering mix of classics from their first two records and piping hot fresh hits of tomorrow and beyond, as they work on their third album and stock their nuke bunkers.

From the sunset suburbs of Adelaide’s west, LITTLE DAGGER blend brooding melancholy with fire-fuelled foot-stomping and a sharp emotional edge. Long-time friends with decades of experience between them, they deliver a sound that’s raw, reflective, and full of heart. Influenced by the likes of Neko Case, Lucinda Williams, and Charley Crockett, they bring together diverse musical backgrounds to craft honest, soulful songs rooted in folk, blues and country.

One third of psychedelic country trio 'The Energy' and prominent vocalist in Melbourne's alt-country scene, KATIE MAY joins the line-up with her band THE MYSTICS. Starting the night off right and throwing you into a deep end of rich and warm tonalities, confessional lyrics and captivating melodies. Join us for a swim. FRI JAN 24th at 8PM!

ACID ARROW - Then it Rains single launch w/Team Love and Jess Parker (solo)

First single from Naarm sorcerers of twang, Brooke Penrose and Brett Marshall. Hailing from bands like Mightiest of Guns, Cash Savage and
the Last Drinks, Saint Jude and Little John, these pale clad guitar slingers are launching their offering "Then It Rains", a cry of shame
over the horrors permitted in the name of hypocrisy and extremism.


Along for the ride are alt-country/folk outfit Team Love and the earth-wandering, guitar-slingin' whiskey drinker from Campbells Creek, Jess Parker.

We are living at @theoldbar. On Tuesdays. In January.
$15 on the door!
Come visit us and buy 10 million beers <3

MORBID MONDAYS AT OLD BAR

Simon Karis
(Nice Music / Experimental Electronics)

Bonnie Mercer
(Drone / Ambient)

Monday January 19th - 8pm - Free Entry

Open til 3am

Naarm based experimental 6 piece, Izjkala, host a night of live music that has been curated for folks who love organic, spiritual and dynamic sounds. 

Opening the night, will be dothebed. Six-piece alt folk rock band. Their music is slow, rhythmic, and a bit rough around the edges — folk at the core, with a darker, heavier feel.

Headlining is Izjkala. In fusing six members of unique musical backgrounds, ranging from classical, blues to jazz; the band envelop their audiences in ancient groove and intrinsic melody creating ominous and mystical soundscapes. 

Escape a world of structure and expectations; come as you are… bring your best pair of dancing shoes and loose yourself on a sonic journey of mystery and rhythm.

1st pub show of the year for Vague Rituals @theoldbar Sat 17th Jan and we’re bringing along road dogs @hhsp.music and local favs @gold_coast_leathers 8pm-11.30pm $10 Poster art by @leocoyte

Naarm/Melbourne four-piece COMEDY emerge with their debut single, ‘L.A. Perfume’, set for release 5 December. The track marks the band’s first official outing and will appear as one half of a double A-side 7-inch, due early 2026.

COMEDY are launching "L.A. Perfume" with a special performance at The Old Bar, FRI 16 January, with supports TECHNO 666 and Grace Mitchell.

We are living at @theoldbar. On Tuesdays. In January.
$15 on the door!
Come visit us and buy 10 million beers <3