August 2024: Beats Round Up
Resident disco advisor Sam Lavers gets down with what’s happening in SA when it comes to hip hop, house and techno.
Image via @chali2na (Facebook)
You Should Listen To
Cloud Clearing – ‘Eel’
One of SA’s more underground and elusive electronic producers, Cloud Clearing has released a second track, ‘Eel’, following their debut single in 2022. The six-minute journey begins with a welcoming whirl of synthesised triggers that draw the listener in for something deeper. Boundless and expansive soundscapes prevail in a piece best listened to in the situation depicted by the track’s artwork: lying down, undisrupted by the ocean. We’re looking forward to hearing more about the evolution of Cloud Clearing!
You Should See
Subvert Presents – Mary Yuzovskaya
The team at Subvert bring Berlin-based vinyl DJ and label boss Mary Yuzovskaya to town. A heavyweight across Europe, Mary is known for her incredible record collection of deep, psychedelic techno that champions the left-field club scene she’s helped create. Don’t miss this chance to catch this high-calibre artist delivering their unique sound in the Ancient World basement.
August 24 | Ancient World | Tickets via Humanitix
Chali 2NA (Jurassic 5)
Royalty of the MC game and founding member of the hip-hop group Jurassic 5, Chali 2na takes his national tour a little further south to perform at Yeo Haus’ newly built headquarters in Port Elliot. Presented in partnership with SA’s Inner Tribe Records, you’ll find Erin Buku, Eskatology and Bloomy Meadows warming up the stage for a huge night on the coast!
September 14 | Yeo Haus | Tickets via Yeo Haus
Four More
IMANU @ Electric Circus
Boundless producer IMANU makes their first visit to EC’s basement, supported by DT3, LIS/N and Mikey.
August 16 | Electric Circus | No pre-sale tickets
DEPOT 909 ft. Nik Kastel and Tough Break
Naarm-based DJs Nik Kastel and Tough Break join a solid lineup of local acts for a secret CBD-based warehouse rave.
August 17 | Location TBA | Tickets via Humanitix
Yax Presents // Paranoia
Techno heavyweight is presenting the second edition of his Paranoia series, but this time, it’s his birthday. He’s invited Naarm’s DJ Kiti and local Udaii to be on support duties.
August 17 | Sugar | Tickets via Resident Advisor
Front Room Presents Nox Vahn
US-based producer Nox Vahn lands in Adelaide for a headline gig at Lion Arts Factory as part of his When I’m With You world tour, supported by prog icon PROFF.
August 24 | Lion Arts Factory | Tickets via Moshtix
The track is the second release taken from Death Cab for Cutie’s upcoming eleventh studio album, I Built You A Tower.
Seven months since the release of their sophomore EP Look At Me Now, SA emo rockers TOWNHOUSE treat us with a music video for lead single ‘Avengers Level Threat’
The duo will perform two shows in South Australia this May.
The record includes the singles ‘Smart Casual’, ‘Woo Me’, ‘On The Sidelines’ and ‘Milky’.
The experimental rock outfit is playing Unsound as part of Illuminate Adelaide 2026.
Catch Australia’s favourite boyband performing at AEC Arena in November.
Editors have also announced a run of shows across the UK and Europe.
DMA’s announce a new album and East Coast tour, sharing fresh music and tour dates as the Aussie indie favourites return in 2026.
The tour comes in support of Citizen’s new album, Halcyon Blues.
Embers to Ashes is set for release Friday 28 August.
‘Break Bread’ follows the previously released singles ‘Suit Vibes’ and ‘Dreams’.
The annual two-day festival is being split between Wollongong foreshore and Wollongong city centre.
The ‘Dance Monkey’ singer will be joined by the likes of Lee Kernaghan, Tyler Braden, Sheppard and more.
The track arrives after Marlon supported Hilltop Hoods on their sold-out Australian tour earlier this year.
House of Cards includes the singles ‘Bleed’, ‘House of Cards’ and ‘Heaven Sent’.
The inaugural roster includes Slim Krusty, The Bennies, Young Offenders and more.
They will be joined by special guests Orthodox (USA) and Heavensgate.
‘Evian’ is the first taste of new music from Northlane in 2026.
Seven bands are set to take over Three Brothers Arms in Macclesfield for a day of awesome local music in June.
The duo will be joined by special guests Dingo (Brandon Dodd) and Ally Row.
The local music series features three incredible artists performing in a historic location in Adelaide’s CBD.
Strung Out are looking forward to celebrating their sophomore album with Aussie fans this September.
This is TOWNS’ first release since their 2024 album, sentimental slowdown.
This is the second track taken from Bachelor Girl’s upcoming album, Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions.
The Welsh rock trio will be joined on the road by Cali metalcore outfit Kingdom of Giants.
The sisters are performing at all Australian dates.
Catch Foo Fighters live at Coopers Stadium this November.
Fans can catch Ruby Fields performing at The Gov next month.
This is the band’s first release since last year’s EP See Ya, Love Ya, Bye!.