Canberra January Gig Guide

Posted on 6 January, 2016

Canberra’s music scene has grown a lot in recent years and some amazing bands performed in our city in 2015.

This summer looks like it will be packed with music events that will make you want to stay in Canberra. Heading to some local bars and clubs to experience the great atmosphere of independent music is a unique way to enjoy the summer nights to come.

January will be the perfect time to check out some great international bands performing at local bars and club around the heart of Canberra. There are some pretty cool gigs coming up, including a lot of local acts who regularly play at The Phoenix or The Front – click on their names for their gig line ups.

Canberra’s music scene has evolved in recent years and still has a way to go, but if you’re looking for musical education there heaps of gigs you can go to if you want to expand your music taste. If you’re looking to discover new music are artists then check out our gig guide of what is coming up in January.

Truck Fighters – Bringing Back The Fuzz Tour

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The band: Truckfighters
From: Sweden
The sound: Californian rock
Where: The Basement, 2 Cohen Street, Belconnen
When: Friday 8 January 2016
Buy tickets: Via Oztix

Neck Deep and State Champs

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The bands: Neck Deep and State Champs
From: UK and USA respectively
The sound: Pop punk
Where: The Basement, 2 Cohen Street, Belconnen
When: Tuesday 12 January 2016
Buy tickets: Via Ticketek

Stray From The Path

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The band: Stray from the Path
From: USA
The sound: Hardcore alternative
Where: The Basement, 2 Cohen Street, Belconnen
When: Wednesday 13 January 2016
Buy tickets: Via ticketmaster

Josh Pyke – But For All Those Shrinking Hearts Album Tour

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The band: Josh Pyke
From: Sydney
The sound: Indie acoustic pop
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
When: Saturday 30 Jan 2016 7:00pm
Buy tickets: From Canberra Theatre Centre

Guilty Simpson & Katalyst – Detroit’s Son Australian Tour

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The bands: Guilty Simpson and Katalyst
From: USA and Sydney respectively
The sound: Hip hop and rap
Transit Bar, 7 Akuna St, Canberra
Saturday 30 January 2016 7:00pm
Buy tickets: Via Moshtix

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