MAIN ROOM / Door $15
Kickstart 2025 with a night of alt-pop brilliance! On Saturday, January 4th, three talented local alt-pop artists take the stage for an evening of powerful performances.
Oliné – A Norwegian artist and songwriter based in Naarm, draws inspiration from artists like Björk and AURORA and creates dreamy electronic soundscapes. With soulful vocals and metaphorical storytelling, she blends genres to offer a reflective and immersive experience.
Ethan Conway – Ethan Conway is a Melbourne-based alt-rock singer, songwriter, and producer known for his strong soulful vocals, story telling, alt rock sound. Recognised for his four-chair turning appearance on The Voice Australia, Ethan has performed at iconic venues like The Gaso and is set to release his fourth album this year. Inspired by bands like Gang of Youths, The 1975, and The Wombats, his music delivers emotional depth and dynamic alt-rock intensity.
Lostii (solo) – A queer femme singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer originally hailing from Eora now based in Naarm. She brings dreamy trip-hop and psych flavoured offerings inspired by the likes of Portishead, Mazzy Star, and Massive Attack with ethereal vocal harmonies, rich synth textures, and whimsical arrangements.
Start the year with a night of atmospheric and captivating performances!
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.