Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Corner Hotel
LIVE MUSIC
( 03-9427 9198;
www.cornerhotel.com
; 57 Swan St, Richmond; 4pm-late Tue & Wed, noon-late Thu-Sun;
70, Richmond)
The band room here is one of Melbourne's most popular midsized venues
and has seen plenty of loud and live action over the years, from Dinosaur Jr to the Buzz-
cocks. If your ears need a break, there's a friendly front bar. The rooftop has city views,
but gets superpacked, and often with a different crowd from the music fans below.
Northcote Social Club
( 03-9489 3917;
www.northcotesocialclub.com
; 301 High St, Northcote; 4pm-late Mon & Tue, noon-late Wed-
Sun; 86, Northcote)
The stage at this inner-north local has seen plenty of international
folks just one album out from star status. Its homegrown line-up is also notable. If you're
just after a drink, the front bar buzzes every night of the week, and there's a large deck out
back for lazy afternoons.
LIVE MUSIC
Old Bar
( 03-9417 4155;
www.theoldbar.com.au
; 74-76 Johnston St, Fitzroy; ; 96, 112)
With live bands sev-
en days a week and a licence till 3am, the Old Bar's another reason why Melbourne is the
rock 'n' roll capital of Australia. It gets great local bands and a few internationals playing
in its grungy band room with a house-party vibe.
LIVE MUSIC, PUB
Bennetts Lane
JAZZ
( 03-9663 2856;
www.bennettslane.com
; 25 Bennetts Lane, Melbourne; 9pm-late; City Circle, 24, 30)
Bennetts Lane has long been the boiler room of Melbourne jazz. It attracts the cream of
local and international talent and an audience that knows when it's time to applaud a solo.
Beyond the cosy front bar, there's another space reserved for big gigs.
Prince Bandroom
( 03-9536 1168;
www.princebandroom.com.au
;
29 Fitzroy St, St Kilda; 16, 96, 112)
The Prince is a
much-loved St Kilda venue, with quality international and local rock, indie, DJs and hip-
hop bands having graced its stage. Its leafy balcony and raucous downstairs bar are added
attractions. These days it leans more towards dance and electropop acts.
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