Live music

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You have not experienced Victoria if you have not been to at least one live music venue. Few international acts visit Australia without placing a visit to Melbourne for a spectacular concert high on their agenda.

Festival Hall
Festival Hall

Known as the original house of rock 'n' roll music, Festival Hall is located in West Melbourne and has been the concert venue for a host of popular artists including The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Oasis, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Powderfinger and The Living End.

www.festivalhall.com.au
Jazz Lab
Jazz Lab

Jazz Lab is an inner city dedicated jazz venue that hosts local and international artists and allows patrons to enjoy performances in a relaxed and intimate setting. Snacks, coffee and drinks are available. A must visit for jazz fans.

Location: Brunswick

www.thejazzlab.com.au
Prince Bandroom
Prince Bandroom

This inner city venue has been a trendy hotspot for bands coming to entertain Melbourne folk since the 1940s. It has played host to Ben Harper, Coldplay, Lenny Kravitz, Pink and Scissor Sisters.

Location: St Kilda

www.theprince.com.au
Rod Laver Arena
Rod Laver Arena

This huge arena is located in the sports precinct of Melbourne Park. As well as it being used for tennis and other sports, it serves as a large entertainment venue where local and international artists of all music genres perform. Concerts by Andre Rieu, AC/DC, Metallica, Pink, Kylie Minogue and Keith Urban, just to name a few, have all been held there.

Location: Melbourne CBD

www.rodlaverarena.com.au
The Corner Hotel
The Corner Hotel

This is Melbourne's live music core. Crowds come to The Corner in their droves depending on which rock, pop or indie act is showcasing their fares. You will find punk, salsa, reggae and jazz outfits making their mark here too.

Location: Richmond

www.cornerhotel.com
The Night Cat
The Night Cat

Located in trendy inner city Fitzroy, The Night Cat is a live music venue where some of the country's most innovative artists perform. Enjoy a wide range of musical styles including reggae, funk, hip-hop and groove. An interesting feature is the round stage allowing the audience to experience a full circular view of performers.

Location: Fitzroy

www.thenightcat.com.au
The Tote
The Tote

The Tote is one of Melbourne's iconic live music venues for rock and roll music. Located in the inner eastern suburb of Collingwood, the hotel supports up and coming bands.

www.thetotehotel.com
Volta
Volta

Located in the regional city of Ballarat, Volta is the region's home of live music, run by music-lovers and playing host to both local and international acts.

Location: Ballarat

www.voltaballarat.com.au
Westernport Hotel
Westernport Hotel

This iconic venue is often the temporary home to an array of popular travelling musicians. Located just across "The Narrows" from Phillip Island, it's a picturesque backdrop for intimate live music shows.

Location: San Remo

www.thewesternport.com.au