April 2025: 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 @verzanski (Instagram)
You Should Listen To
Verzanski – ‘Aqaba’
SA-based producer Verzanski has recently released a full-length album, Snakecharmer. Opening track ‘Aqaba’ is a brilliant introduction to all the sounds that flow through the entire LP, with strong notes of trip-hop, breakbeat, electronica and psych-rock. Middle Eastern flavours showcase the producer’s own heritage alongside a sonic nod to The Chemical Brothers, DJ Shadow and The Prodigy. A huge congrats to Verzanski on the LP – we look forward to seeing what’s next for the exciting artist!
You Should See
H34VENON34TH Presents: TDJ
Canadian Eurodance goddess TDJ touches down in Tarntanya for a sideshow of her SPF INFINI Australian tour. The night is set to be one of ethereality and sonic elevation, hosted at our beloved Ancient World. Live support comes from Naarm’s Soarer, who couples otherworldly glitchy textures with gorgeous vocals, as well as SA’s Cocteasu Twinks and Skorpion King.
April 13 | Ancient Word | Tickets
Touch Bass Adelaide 2025
Touch Bass returns to Adelaide for a huge Anzac Day weekend! Headlined by the UK’s HEDEX and Eksman, the April 24 event features Camo & Krooked back-to-back with Mefjus, plus sets from HOL! and live performances by Emily Makis and MC P Money. Expect huge bass and an exceptional laser show to accompany what will be a huge night in town!
April 24 | Hindley St Music Hall | Ticekts
Four More
Fresh Off the Press
Listen to never-heard-before material when local up-and-coming artists trial their fresh takes live and on stage.
April 9 | Ancient World | Tickets
Sage Garden Party
From the brains behind Earth Jam, SAGE hosts a meeting of mutual minds, discussions, and local music. All ages are welcome!
April 13 | The Joinery | Tickets
Deeptank x Subvert Presents Sub Basics (UK)
Sub Basics has spent the better part of a decade showcasing his signature dubstep sound. What better way to experience this than in a totally intimate setting?
April 17 | Ancient World | Tickets
Illy
Australian hip-hop flagbearer Illy returns to Adelaide for his Good Life tour. A chance to get close up to one of the genre’s pioneers.
April 19 | The Gov | Tickets
‘Life Is Long’ is Bromham’s first release since 2024’s ‘Adulthood’.
Also topping the bill are Tate McRae, Lorde, John Summit, Jennie and the xx.
The single follows a run of sold-out shows across Australia.
The track arrives ahead of POND’s upcoming American tour with Djo.
The track is taken from the Irish American’s upcoming album, Embers to Ashes.
The tour comes in support of his forthcoming album, REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE.
The iconic UK popstar is touring in support of his new album, BRITPOP.
The SA legends are hitting the road to celebrate their iconic single.
‘Gas Craic’ is The VANNS first release since their 2025 album All That’s In My Head.
Catch the emerging indie rockers artist performing in April.
Enjoy local food and drink producers while listening to soulful tunes from some of South Australia’s most exciting artists at this inclusive free event.
Hear all your favourite David Bowie songs performed by three incredible vocalists.
First Sounds is a vital partnership between the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) and Gadigal Information Service/Koori Radio that continues to amplify First Nations voices.
Plan your day ahead of this year’s Summer Sonic festival in Tokyo and Osaka.
The track is taken from the brotherly duo’s upcoming sixth studio album, Look For Your Mind!.
Catch the acclaimed singer-songwriter in Adelaide this September.
The postponement comes after Marriott’s flights were cancelled due to the current war in the Middle East.
This marks their first visit to Australian shores since 2013, and a return to New Zealand following a 22-year absence!
The new version of the track is dedicated to her young son.
The annual festival has been cancelled just weeks before it was set to commence over the Easter long weekend.
Catch 12 of the best Aussie heavy acts in one night at UniBar Adelaide.
Tom Misch’s Full Circle arrives Friday 27 March.
This is the first taste of new music from the Freo quartet since the release of their 2025 album, If That Makes Sense.
The Dreaming Tour comes to South Australia in May.
Soft Pop arrives Friday 31 July.
This year’s festival also features sets from The Teskey Brothers, Charlie Musselwhite, Judith Hill and Ruthie Foster.
This would have been the band’s first performance in since 2013.
The track arrives as Salty joins Adelaide’s own Peach PRC on her Australian tour.