Tag: Brisbane music history

Rays Record Shop Lemax

Record Stores as Cultural Institutions

My thoughts this morning turned again to the role of record stores in our culture.…

Maroochy Barambah

Exploring the Life of Maroochy Barambah

I’ve been working on a more complete biography of Maroochy Barambah. Partly because I am…

A graphic poster for the event ‘Roused At! Year‑Killer 2k25.’ The design features bold, high‑contrast artwork by Matthew Deasy of No.7 Print House. The text announces the annual Roused At! celebration held on Saturday, January 3rd at Mirrorball Ministries in West End, QLD. The lineup includes Kitchen’s Floor, Lucas Abela, KUNT, and Pure Gratis’ live debut, with more artists to be announced. Pricing is pay‑what‑you‑can, with free entry for First Nations guests and trans people of colour. The overall aesthetic reflects the experimental, noise, and underground music culture of Meanjin.

Year‑Killer 2k25: A Reflection on Brisbane Music and Underground Continuity

Roused At’s annual “Year‑Killer” functions as a Brisbane music ritual — a way for the…