Main Stage

The new Marrickville sound. Music to get you get you dancing, grooving and head-banging.

This is one party you're not going to want to miss. With headliners Haiku Hands finishing up the day join us as we explore the best of the Inner West.

Our Main Stage acts will be Auslan Interpreted Auslan interpretation symbol

	Welcome to Country and Official Opening 12:00pm Join Aunty Jenny Thompson, Gamarada Boys and MC Nicholas Gell as we pay our respects to the First Nations people and celebrate the wonderful suburb of Marrickville.
	Boys at the Back 12:30pm BOYS AT THE BACK are an up-and-coming rock band hitting the Sydney scene with a bang. Whilst all trained in jazz, the four-piece draw their influences from 70s rock to 2000s pop-punk – and plan to make their mark with a fresh approach to Aussie rock Boys at the Back Instagram Boys at the Back Facebook
	The Minties 1:15pm Hailing from the beaches of the Mid-North Coast to the share houses of Sydney's Inner-West, The Minties are a four-piece rock band that’s been kicking around since 2019. With a blend of bluesy leads, syncopated rhythms, and eclectic vocals, The Minties different influences fight to create a unique style of New-Age Australian rock, with tracks governed by a deep love for blues and funk The Minties Instagram The Minties Facebook
	Smalls 2:00pm Based in Sydney’s inner west, SMALLS makes alternative rock laced with 90s nostalgia. His music takes a deep dive into grungy alternative instrumentation and colourful, catchy melodies reminiscent of The 1975, Harry Styles and Bleachers. SMALLS was born out of a bedroom side hustle that quickly became something more serious (albeit still being based in a bedroom). Smalls Instagram Smalls Facebook
	hellogrimbo 2:45pm hellogrimbo is the brainchild of film composer turned producer-songwriter and Marrickville Local, Helen Grimley. Helen has combined forces with fellow oddballs, Thibaud Kessell (People Sound) and Ash Stoneham (Delay 45) to create a three-piece band replete with strident, complex beats, wonky synths, and sultry vocals hellogrimbo Instagram hellogrimbo Facebook
	Good Pash 3:30pm Good Pash is an alternative rock & roll band from Sydney. The firebrand quintet have made a name for themselves in the local scene as one of Sydney’s most exciting live acts. Good Pash was originally an experiment, a way to test the waters for each member's second instrument. As their proficiency grew, the band developed a sound with foundations in musical simplicity, while also showcasing intricate instrumentalism and unique songwriting. They play shows that are loud, messy and raucous while still retaining a classic storyteller song style Good Pash Instagram Good Pash Facebook
	ChillCheney 4:30pm ChillCheney found his calling at the age of 14, ignited by a passion for rap that has since defined his artistic trajectory. ChillCheney's music, characterised by its emotional depth and dark undertones, pays homage to eminent artists such as Eminem, NF, Gnash, 6lack, Phora, Billie Eilish, and Lil Wayne. His performance record is an eclectic mix of events and venues, including, COOEE festival, Yabun Festival and NAIDOC In the city at Hyde Park. ChillCheney Instagram ChillCheney Facebook
	Haiku Hands 5:15pm Based across Sydney and Melbourne, the core of Haiku Hands is Beatrice Lewis, Claire Nakazawa and Mie Nakazawa. Together, they curate, perform and work as a collective of artists, engaging and exploring social norms with their lyrical and visual content. Their influences range from hip-hop to pop, electronic to dance, and everything beyond. The trio weave together their different musical backgrounds and take you on an energetic journey through the absurdity of life, power, parties and emo feels. Their fun and ecstatic live sets include special guest appearances from collaborators, DJs, and rappers across Australia. Photo by Bronte Godden Haiku Hands Instagram Haiku Hands Facebook