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Known for its thriving nightlife, the city’s music culture blends global influences with a uniquely Melbourne edge. Whether you’re losing yourself on a packed dancefloor or vibing to a DJ set under neon lights, this is where music lives and breathes.
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From the legendary Revolver Upstairs, where the party doesn’t stop, to the raw energy of Colour Club, Melbourne’s electronic scene thrives on diversity. The Mercat Basement may be gone, but its influence lingers in the DNA of clubs like Sub Club and New Guernica, where deep house and techno reign supreme. Xe54 brings a futuristic, industrial edge to the scene, while Glamorama’s late-night sets pull in a crowd looking for something both familiar and cutting-edge.
And let’s not forget about drum and bass. Australia has fully embraced the genre, with Melbourne leading the charge. Clubs like Bourke Street Courtyard and Rubix Warehouse host massive DnB nights, while promoters like Twisted Audio and The Operatives keep the scene alive with international and local talent pushing heavy basslines and high-energy breaks.
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The city’s love for dance music isn’t confined to one genre. Hip-hop heads flock to Laundry Bar, while Section 8’s open-air container bar setting offers a more laid-back but equally energetic experience. The Toff in Town bridges the gap between intimate live performances and curated DJ sets, proving that Melbourne’s sonic landscape is as diverse as its people. For those craving a warehouse vibe, B3 delivers a pure underground experience, with extended sets and immersive visuals.
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Melbourne’s underground scene is getting a serious upgrade as Visa Cash App Racing Bulls’s Garage Sessions lands at Sub Club on 13 March, with none other than Honey Dijon headlining. Known for its subterranean, industrial aesthetic and flawless sound system, Sub Club is a go-to for electronic music purists, making it the perfect home for this high-energy night. Alongside Honey Dijon, a lineup of local DJs will bring their own flavour to the decks with a winner from the Creator Platform rounding off the lineup, celebrating Melbourne’s dynamic music culture in true underground fashion.
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Beyond the clubs, Melbourne thrives on community-driven events and DIY spaces. Day parties, rooftop raves, and hidden pop-ups are essential to the city’s rhythm, with collectives like Novel, WAT Artists, and Lost Sundays pushing boundaries. Whether it’s a Sunday morning at Tramp or an all-night session at Radar, Melbourne proves time and again that it’s one of the world’s most electrifying music cities.
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