HILZ, Siena Larsson & Ella Mari at The Junk Bar

In the musical sense, the term “unplugged” refers to an acoustic performance.  Oh sure the instruments may still be physically plugged in, but the overall vibe is more laid-back and intimate.  Electric guitars and full drum kits are typically not seen or heard at gigs such as these, and as a result the decibel level is not driven nearly as high. The Junk Bar already draws in the audience with its ambience and smaller than average stage, so it proved to be the perfect location for a softer and more gentle approach to live music.

Kneecap & Miss Kaninna at The Triffid

2024 was a huge year for Kneecap. It saw the Northern Irish hip-hop group release their critically acclaimed second album, High Art, in June and their equally well-received, self-titled biopic in August. Now, they embark on a sold-out tour of Australia, playing The Triffid in Brisbane on Wednesday, March 12th, with First Nations rapper Miss Kaninna providing support.

Fatshaudi

Fatshaudi is the moniker of Rachael Ryan, an Australian leftfield-pop producer and vocalist who, in recent years, has worked alongside Jonatan Leandoer (Yung Lean), Jamesjamesjames and Lust For Youth. In addition to her own music, she has composed original material for Paris Fashion Week, Vans x Frog Skateboards, and The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa.