May 2026: Beats Round Up

James Geue gets down with what’s happening in SA when it comes to hip-hop, house and techno.

You Should Listen To

Visitors – VSTR001

Adelaide electronic music label Visitors released their debut record VSTR001, featuring four tracks by various artists that lean into the murky, late-night atmospheres of groovy house and techno. The record showcases Australian artists Venda and FLUD (Ewan Jansen) as well as Canadian and Romanian stalwarts, Jay Tripwaire and Cosmjn. Across its runtime, it balances hypnotic rhythms with subtle shifts, creating moody ebb and flows of tension and release. The warm and immersive production results in a cohesive and compelling introduction to the label’s sound.

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You Should See

Lost City 2026

After 10 long years, Lost City returns to Adelaide with a bold, multi-genre celebration of music, art, and performance at Lion Arts Factory. Featuring an eclectic lineup of live acts, DJs, immersive visuals, and experimental performances, the event promises a night of boundary-pushing creativity and connection. With local and interstate talent, plus more surprises to come, Lost City invites you back into its uniquely vibrant world.

May 2 | Lion Arts Factory | Tickets

Circadian (UK)

UK drum and bass artist Circadian touches down at DIVIDE this May for a high-intensity night curated by The Collective & Inhibit. Known for rave-ready anthems and explosive sets, Circadian leads a stacked lineup featuring NeoVision, Profeshto, Kirana b2b Rusha, and Xela Rae. Expect cutting-edge DnB, immersive energy, and late-night chaos. Secure your spot now via Moshtix.

May 8 | DIVIDE | Tickets

Four More

Rewind: Dubstep Reunion Party Pt. 2

Bringing back old school bass music, the Redline Dubstars and tOASt join forces to present serious low-end bass at their second REWIND event.

May 2 | Low Life Bar | Tickets

Ez Now Presents May-hem

Ez Now is back with another night of proper bass weight featuring a hand-picked lineup of selectors bringing you the best in Dubstep, Grime, Jungle, DNB and more.

May 9 | Ancient World | Tickets

Brent Honey (AUS)

Brent Honey is one of Australia’s fastest-rising DJs, known for his high-energy blends of techno, trance and house.

May 9 | Electric Circus | Tickets available soon

Higher Grnd & Radar Pres. Notion (UK)

Known for blending UKG, bassline, house, jungle and more into his sets, UK DJ Notion return to Adelaide to throw down at Hindley St Music Hall.

May 30 | Hindley St Music Hall | Sold out