One of drum & bass’ most influential pioneers, ANDY C returns to Sydney in January 2026 for an exclusive show at the Plaza Hotel.

A true architect of the genre, Andy C has spent more than two decades shaping the global DNB landscape with his unmatched technical skill, high-energy performances, and legendary multi-deck DJ sets that continue to push the boundaries of what live drum & bass can be.

Don’t miss the chance to experience Andy C in Australia this January.

Naarm-based Flamenco Fusion combo MALCURA are excited to be celebrating the release of their new single, “The Aether”, at Shotkickers on 23 January 2026 with very special guests, MAGGIE ALLEY, MISHTO! COLLECTIVE and FAMILY DOG!

"The Aether" is a lively and upbeat shot of acoustic adrenaline, which showcases Malcura’s signature musical blend of upbeat Spanish guitars with a diverse range of driving rhythms and, for the first time in the band’s career, lyrics!

Sydney audiences are in for a night of soulful rhythms and island vibes as Paulo Almeida & Band, The Lazy Beans, and Livenroots take the stage for a special live performance.

To celebrate the release of their new single ‘Reasons’, Bootleg Rascal, will once again head out for another lap around the country, performing cuts from their new album and past discography alike. 

Alexander Flood is one of Australia’s commanding beat-masters, possessing a finessed arsenal of groove, power, and expertise on the drums. His unique sound and approach on the instrument has been crafted through the many years of study, training and dedication to music. Leading his band from the drum chair, Alex’s music pushes a fresh rhythmic and dynamic realm of live dance music leaning on nu-jazz, house, broken beat, DnB, funk and experimental sounds.

TBH FRIDAYS
Live at Towradgi Beach Hotel

Yours & Owls are teaming up with Towradgi Beach Hotel to bring you a free-entry Friday night party, every single week!

Entry won’t cost you a thing, so you’ll have a bigger budget to unwind from a big week of doing the most with some of the venue’s top-notch drink specials from 6-9PM, plus weekly food specials!

Welcoming very special guests:

Effe
Ventura
Scram

After 18 months out of the game, The Sleepyheads are returning to the stage for one last time before they enter an indefinite hiatus from the live scene.
Join them for a night of singalongs and nostalgia and a career spanning set of all their releases from the last decade.  

Joining them are local rising stars Glass Media and Sam McMeekin. 

Get ready for hu-munkous levels of high-energy funk as Melbourne groove merchants Monkey Stick and Munkus Funkus deliver an irresistible night of rhythm-driven goodness. Joined by neo-soul and retro-pop inspired Saga City, this is a lineup built to move bodies.

If you’re into Snarky Puppy, The Bamboos, The Motet, Cookin’ on 3 Burners or The Meters, don’t miss this one.

Monkey Stick will also be celebrating the launch of their debut EP.

STRICTLY 18+ // NO ID, NO ENTRY // NO REFUNDS

Over the last 5 years of eclectic releases and impassioned live performances, The Slingers have

cemented themselves as one of the most unique bands of the contemporary Australian

underground/alternative scene.

The band persistently defy classification, with a colourful catalogue of releases that span from

country to folk, grunge rock to ballad, Australiana to Americana, acoustic and spoken word to

electronica. The Slingers signed to Flightless Records in 2020, releasing a double A-Side 7-inch