An afternoon that pays tribute to the inspirational and iconic female American singer-songwriter Gillian Welch, who's music spanning across the country, folk, bluegrass and Americana genres has been hugely influential to aspiring, emerging and established female and LGTBQI+ artists locally. Returning to The Gem for a second year after a hugely successful debut in 2023 as part of Leaps and Bounds.

From 3pm - 9.30pm on Sunday 28 July audiences at Flight will be treated to multi-genre performances featuring live-looping, neo-soul, folk-pop, psych-funk, soul, Latin rhythms and cultural instruments such as the Persian kamancheh as well as Eritrean and Ethiopian stringed instruments. Featured acts include Lauren Sheree with her band Dean of Soul, Jad Pinnone, Itunu, Urlik Mageza, Sanaz Saadatfar, Chantelle Beale and 11:10 (Ten Past Eleven), plus a secret headliner to be revealed!

Experience the Front Bar of the Corner Hotel in a whole new light as it plays host to the remarkable First Nations artist, Kee'ahn, as part of the Leaps and Bounds Festival with Yarra Council. Bop the arvo away to Kee'ahn's soulful melodies, where their powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics paint a vivid picture of her cultural heritage and personal journey.

A day party of music at Dr. Morse. This event is a Leaps and Bounds collaboration with Yarra Youth Services and will feature naarm-based artists alongside up-and-coming graduates from their music programs.

A family-friendly day party for big and little kids alike. Join us for music, food and drinks at everyone's favourite local waterhole Lullie Tavern, with live sets and DJs from midday on the 28th of July.

The Annual Leaps & Bounds Record Fair returns to the Collingwood Town Hall for the third year running. This FREE entry event is the largest inner city Melbourne record fair with 35+ vendors stretching across all genres and styles. Not to be missed!

"Berada" is a night celebrating Naarm's long-standing reputation as a convergent hub of innovation, creative ambition and diversity. With three captivatingly innovative acts embodying these qualities through their daring and boundary-pushing approaches to sonic exploration, "Berada" promises to deliver an unforgettable experience that merges cultural influences, experimental sounds, and dynamic performances.

Tjum Tjumba (meaning "beat-beat" in Djab Wurrung) is an Aboriginal-owned organisation that is dedicated to embracing, promoting, and celebrating Aboriginal culture, making it accessible to a broader audience through the combination of traditional Aboriginal knowledge with modern societal cultural practices, primarily the universal language of music.

To celebrate the past two years, Horsepower have reached out to life.lair.regret.records & New Ethic records to organize this killer all ages show featuring a host of acts from Melbourne and Sydney with J.O.Y (SYD), Bozo (SYD), Mindrace and Tarnished.

Experience the soul-stirring sounds of Amos Roach, the award-winning musician, dancer and director, for an intimate, unplugged performance at the Railway Hotel Fitzroy on Friday, 26 July, 2024.

The Night Cat Proudly is celebrating its 30th birthday with Fitzroy Brass Party with Hot Potato Band & Horns of Leroy and Thando.

"I'm kind of like the Lone Ranger or Batman. I can just go to my mansion and jump out in my uniform and sing on weekends." John Prine. One of the most beloved country/folk singers of his generation, John Prine told tales of humbleness and humour in a career that spanned from the late 1960's until his death in 2020.

Celebrating Yarra's rich indigenous history, Bodriggy Brewpub in Abbotsford presents a performance from First Nations artist Kiwat Kenell with support by 3RRR Host of 'Feel The Floor' Ethan Savage and proud Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta Blak Fulla artist 'Enoki'

Join us for an afternoon of jazz classics and gospel music with Tracey Miller and her band on Thursday 25th July 1pm – 3pm at the Collingwood Town Hall. With a focus on older people and people with a disability, this is a great opportunity to get out, hear some live music and have fun!

Join hosts Crispi Winsor and Myles O’Neil-Shaw for 4 hours of live music, special guests and rare records as Radio City and Swinging Doors combine for this special broadcast. Tuck into some lunch, grab a pint and enjoy sets from some of Melbourne’s best singer-songwriters and alt-country performers.