September 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.
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You Should Listen To
Waxx Off – ‘Wickedest’
Looking for a supercharged fly kick to the senses? Waxx Off has a treat just for you! His most recent release ‘Wickedest’ is a 174bpm red hot heater that’s kicked off a national tour for the exciting producer. Inspired by the Need for Speed soundtracks from the 2000s, this hard-hitter perfectly soundtracks sliding around the corner sideways in your car (on Mario Kart, of course). Freshly signed by an international booking agency, Waxx Off may be one of SA’s fastest rising stars.
You Should See
Sugar Invites: Youandewan (GER)
There’s no better way to shake off winter than grooving to Berlin-based trailblazer Youandewan at Rundle Street institution, Sugar! Recently releasing a split EP, the vinyl master is making his way Down Under, thankfully making a pit-stop in SA to join forces with local, cult-favourite turntablist Lenin for a brilliant exposition of bouncing bass.
September 14 | Sugar | Tickets via Resident Advisor
Alexander Flood & Close Encounters
Alexander Flood is one of the country’s most exciting young artists and he just happens to be an SA local. On November 1, he’ll join forces with Naarm-based electronic duo Close Counters for a blissful evening at Summertown Studio. Flood’s drumming mastery knows no bounds and is something to witness live – Mix that with Close Counter’s live set, and you have an unforgettable evening.
November 1 | Summertown Studio | Tickets via Humanitix
Four More
Mousse T. (GER)
German stalwart Mousse T. joins a local lineup of Souli, Ezee G and Audioporn at Sugar! Presented by Wines and Good Times.
September 13 | Sugar | Tickets via Resident Advisor
Chali 2na (Jurassic 5) Live @ Yeo Haus
MC royalty Chali 2na of Jurassic 5 takes his national tour a little further south to perform at Yeo Haus’ newly built headquarters in Port Elliot.
September 14 | Yeo Haus | Tickets via Yeo Haus
Musclecars (NYC)
New York-native duo Musclecars stops by Sugar on their national tour, with Nantale, Mehdi & Hunter on support.
September 20 | Sugar | Tickets via Resident Advisor
We Need Space Vol. 3 @ Velvet Underground
A night of B2B sets from Sunny + Agaya, Dr. Chemtrails + Kimbo, Late Nite Lenny + Phildo and YAX + Nicholas in Velvet Underground.
September 21 | Velvet Underground | Tickets via Resident Advisor
The American rapper, singer and multi-instrumentalist is finally touring Australia this year.
Catch Mike Skinner performing A Grand Don’t Come For Free in Adelaide, March 2026.
The band will perform the album in its entirety on the tour.
The new names join headliners Florence + the Machine, Lewis Capaldi, somber and Twenty One Pilots.
The latest release from the genre-bending artist arrives ahead of her appearance at this year’s Coachella festival.
The British rock outfit are touring their critically acclaimed 2025 album, The Clearing.
The concert series is a celebration of Watts’ legendary career.
‘Sunburned in London’ is a welcome return from the Melbourne five-piece.
The American nu metal act will be joined on tour by The Gloom in the Corner and Dregg, along with local supports in each city.
The tour is a celebration of the band’s 50th anniversary.
The two powerhouse vocalists are also touring Australia this month.
The former Australian Crawl frontman has been advised he requires surgery.
The Kiwi brothers are touring in support of their debut album, Portal.
Tickets are selling fast for a wide range of shows held across February and March.
The new musical based on the life of The Voice begins in Sydney this November.
The Florida heavyweights will be joined on tour by special guests Haywire.
Superbloom is Jessie Ware’s follow-up to her 2023 album That! Feels Good!.
Fans can expect to hear all their favourite tracks from Descendents’ seminal album.
The three day festival bill also includes Jamiroquai, FKA Twigs, Kasabian and more.
This marks Fear Factory’s first headline tour of Australia in ten years.
The tour announcement coincides with the release of Complete’s latest single, ‘Write It Down’.
Kendrick Lamar was the big winner, taking home five trophies.
Goldblum and his jazz ensemble are touring in support of their upcoming new album, Night Blooms.
Enjoy local food and drink while being serenaded by three emerging South Australian artists at this inclusive free event.
This Byron Bay metalcore lads will be joined by The Amity Affliction, Alpha Wolf, I Killed the Prom Queen and more.
The acoustic folk artist has also announced the release of new EP Gold.
This year’s ceremony includes the addition of two new awards in the Dance/Electronic categories.
The tour arrives after the release of Iron Mind’s 2025 album, Test of the Iron Mind.
The UK pop starlet has announced her biggest run of Australian shows ever.
The German goth metal heroes land at Lion Arts Factory next month.