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In 2017 Bernadette began to entrench herself in the Melbourne music scene and started singing again and songwriting.

A surrealist at heart, Bernadette’s new music has been described as ‘Avant-Indie Alt Rock on the dreamscape’ due to the dreamlike quality of her lyrics and melodies. With the new Album, Bernadette also aspires to create surreal visual vignettes in the form of three music videos to metaphorically paint the picture of the songs’ transcendent meanings. Her debut Album is expected to be released in 2025.

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Prepare to be enthralled by Melbournian/Naarm pianist turned singer-songwriter Tomalia (Olivia Tomada). The homegrown, theatrical art-pop artist plays around with her sassy, sexy, and spooky sound. Using attitude and eerie comedy, Tomalia sings about being a young modern woman and explores the ugly side of love.

You wouldn't want to miss her chaos or heat, so you best be paying attention... Or else xx

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Lunic is a female artist creating alternative folk sounds in Naarm/Melbourne. At her core, she is a lover of melancholy music that reaches the soul. In her songwriting, Lunic taps into her vulnerable side, exploring themes of innocence, tenderness, and self-growth. Drawing inspiration from Julia Jacklin, Billie Marten, and Leith Ross, Lunic is known for her dreamy vocals, gentle production, and heartfelt lyrics. This year, Lunic is most delighted to share her debut EP with the world.

The Retreat Hotel would like to acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which The Retreat now stands, and pay our respects to all elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded and that our venue operates on stolen land.