Events
Dynamic Darkness: Madam Nightingale at Midsumma Festival
A tight set of soulful Synth-pop songs from fringe award-nominated performer Madam Nightingale
As presented at Fringe On Tour & Newcastle fringe, the final live presentation of DYNAMIC DARKNESS by Melbourne-based award-nominated(1) fringe performer Madam Nightingale (lyricist/vocalist Phaedra Gunn) with special guest Aj’Zho (synthpop producer David O’Toole) is a tight set of soulful Synth-pop songs exploring what it means to embrace the inner dark night of the soul.
Presented as a music & interpretive dance performance, DYNAMIC DARKNESS show includes:
recent single ‘Into The Dark’ – featuring sparse and moody sonics and melancholic Vox evoking the sadness of romantic separation. A darkly emotional track, reminiscent of ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ by Sinéad O'Connor
prize winning(2) 2023 debut single ‘Dance With Me’ - sonically inspired by the horn section in ‘Sir Duke’ by Stevie Wonder from his masterpiece album ‘Songs In The Key Of Life’, ‘Dance With Me’ is a bassy clavinet-tinged funky dance number, picked up for selective dance club distribution in the US by Tropical Isle records
a new interpretation of ‘Supermodel’ by stellar QLD-based electropop producer Me From The Future, as heard at Anywhere Festival Brisbane 2024/5
a synthpop rearrangement of Pink Floyd’s ‘Have A Cigar’ as you’ve never heard it before.
A not to be missed mesmerising Midsumma experience.
(1) Winner Sounds of St Kilda Battle of the Bands, St Kilda Fest 2020; Runner-up Artistic Merit Award, Newcastle Fringe 2023 & Nominee Best Show, Dubbo Fringe 2023
(2) Winner#2 Top5 Songs of the Year, RSOM 2023 & charted on the Wettest 100 of 2023
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
MOSSROSE supporting Big Sleeper at Cactus Room
Join Big Sleeper for their first headline show together with local artists Alysia Manceau (solo), Mossrose (duo), and indie rock 4-piece, MOTH.
Get on down to Cactus Room in Thornbury for an afternoon of live music.
Doors open 2pm.
New Beginnings – Telling A Story Through Spellbinding Synthpop
New Beginnings – Telling A Story Through Spellbinding Synthpop
NEW BEGINNINGS at Midsumma 2026 by Madam Nightingale X Cloutie Will is a gripping musical performance including spoken word and interpretive dance, elegantly storytelling what it means to be human. Cloutie Will (emerging queer rap artist to watch(1) Sarah Dwyer [she/her]) expresses the full range of emotions as a "fallen woman" seeking a personal path to redemption. Madam Nightingale (award-nominated(2) queer lyricist/vocalist Phaedra Gunn [they/them]) sends the joy of art from the celestial world of the ether back unto the earth as Cloutie’s personal goddess of song. Cloutie Will and Madam Nightingale perform a transcendent contemporary rap and 80s influenced synthpop show that's not to be missed.
Presented as a music & interpretive dance performance, NEW BEGINNINGS show will include prize winning(3) 2023 debut single ‘Dance With Me’ & a selection of songs from Madam Nightingale & Cloutie Will’s collaborations with queer producers Flip That Groove [he/him] & Aj’Zho [he/him]. A not to be missed marvellously Midsumma-ish experience.
(1) Winner Most Iconic Performance, Monash Uni 2024
(2) Winner Sounds of St Kilda Battle of the Bands, St Kilda Fest 2020; Runner-up Artistic Merit Award, Newcastle Fringe 2023 & Nominee Best Show, Dubbo Fringe 2023
(3) Winner#2 Top5 Songs of the Year, RSOM 2023 & charted on the Wettest 100 of 2023
Valentine's Day at Forget Me Not with April Gallo
Calling all lovebirds. Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Forget Me Not with an evening made for romance.
Enjoy a romantic dinner accompanied by the soulful voice of April Gallo, performing live from 6pm, fresh from Melbourne’s iconic jazz venues.
Our regular dinner menu will be available on the night.
Bookings are essential. Each reservation includes a two-hour seating window.
Members Online Networking Event & Industry Workshop (TBA)
Our first online catchup will see us welcoming our newest members to the community and our first guest speaker of 2026, TBA.
A community highlight - our monthly networking events allow songwriters to connect with one another as we bring together songwriters from all across Melbourne, Victoria and interstate.
Providing a safe space for songwriters to connect with one another, share highlights from the month prior as well as talk all things music, this month will also introduce a very special industry expert to the RSOM as we kick off our first industry workshop of 2026.
Announcement TBA.
Want to join? Become a member and receive your invite.
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
RSOM Networking Event
Save the date for our first networking event of 2026, open to the entire RSOM Community.
If you are a songwriter, producer and/or creative looking to be in a room with other like-minded individuals, looking to meet future collaborators, this is the space to be a part of.
Stay tuned for more details including our guest speakers.
Spots will be limited. Registrations opening soon.
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight and share your original music.
RSOM Open Mics are back at the Bergy Bandroom for our sixth season in 2026. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, these nights provide a supportive, inspiring space for songwriters at every stage. Whether it’s your first time performing, your first time in a while, or you’re a seasoned songwriter wanting to try new material.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Join our mailing list below.
They are open to everyone and it is where we send our sign up forms.
2. Become an RSOM member
Members receive priority access, giving you the chance to skip the queue for 2 Open Mics each year.
3. Walk in spots
If pre-booked spots fill up, 4 walk in spots are available before the Open Mic starts.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
LANA performing at Galaxy Music Showcase
January 15th is the first birthday of Galaxy Music - a record label to amplify voices that deserve to be heard.
In our first year we’ve done things we never dreamt, exceeded any expectations we had, and all thanks to being in the right place at the right time, with just the right people.And a lot of those people will be there on the night.
Mia Savannah and Asia, two of Galaxy's first ever artists, will be performing full live-band sets, and will be joined by new artists Lana, Sasha Williams and Grace Lloyd, performing in acoustic and electric fashion.
Don’t be surprised to see guest appearances, not only from our established acts, but also from collaborators, supporters, and just... “the village”.
We’ll also be giving you some special memorabilia - because good times, good people and good art, should be recognised, respected and remembered.
If you join us on the 15th, you’ll be all of those things.
Year one. Let’s go!
RSOM Celebration Night 2025
Join us at our EOY Celebration!
Join us at the Bergy Bandroom on Sunday 7 December for a night of connection and celebration as we present the WINNERS of the 2025 RSOM Awards.
The heart of The Real Songwriters of Melbourne is our Community.
Our Community features songwriters of all ages and abilities and we are proud that our Community has welcomed hundreds of songwriters across metro Melbourne, regional Victoria, interstate and overseas over the last 10 years.
RSOM Celebrate is our chance to celebrate the diversity, growth and talent within our community as well as acknowledge songwriters who are not only are making a mark within their own careers, but who are making an impact in the wider community.
The night will feature networking opportunities as well live performances from Annie and the Make Believe, Chris Surgey, MOSSROSE and Anuja.
Tickets are on sale now.
Open Mic Night
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
MOSSROSE supporting Nate Michael
Nate Michael Unplugged
Friday 28 November – Hallam Secondary College – 7PM
Melbourne singer-songwriter Nate Michael will be taking the stage for a special acoustic performance, Nate Michael Unplugged.
Blending the grit of grunge with the storytelling of country, Nate Michael has been steadily carving out his place in the Australian alt-country scene. His new EP, Self Portraits of a John Doe, showcases a voice that is raw, vulnerable, and unafraid to confront the darker edges of life. Stripped back to just voice and guitar, Nate Michael Unplugged offers audiences the rare chance to hear these songs in their purest form — intimate, unfiltered, and powerful.
The evening will also highlight the diversity of Melbourne’s songwriting community with a set by rising local artist Moss Rose. Together, they’ll set the stage for an unforgettable night of storytelling through song.
Tickets: $10
Date: Friday, November 28
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: Hallam Secondary College
Annie & The Make Believe performing at ENDOVIT Fest
✨ ENDOVIT Fest ‘25 is here and it’s bigger, louder, and prouder than ever! ✨
This year we’re taking over Thornbury Bowls Club, the local icon loved for its cheap tinnies, chilled vibes, and welcoming community.
From 2pm, we’re kicking off with Happy Hour specials ($10 spritz's & pints!) before diving headfirst into a jam packed day of music, bowls & beers!
🎶 10 explosive and diverse acts - each with their own story and connection to endo will light up the stage. From fierce punk rock powerhouses to soulful folk duos, ENDOVIT Fest is bringing a lineup as loud, diverse, and unfiltered as the community itself.
This isn’t just a festival. It’s a movement.
ENDOVIT proudly welcomes EVERYONE. Whether you live with endo, love someone who does, or simply want to stand with us, we want to see you! For too long, the queer community has been sidelined in conversations around endo. At ENDOVIT, we support all genders: trans, non-binary, women, and anyone still finding their place.
With a mix of returning artists, interstate bands and local legends, ENDOVIT has something for everyone with our ripper lineup:
• The Vovos
• ViperSnatch
• Annie & The Make Believe
• Crushed Lavender
• Operation Karma
• Charlie Lane
• Winksy
• Clit Split
• EN.V
• SORCHA
Whether you come for the bowls, the beers, the beats, or the community, ENDOVIT Fest ‘25 is set to be an unforgettable day!
👉 Grab your tickets now and don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly electric!!
RSOM Showcase at Trainscendence Grand Opening
RSOM at Trainscendence Grand Opening
🗓 Friday 14 November | 🕗 8PM & 10PM | 📍 Story-Ark Floor, Trainscendence, Collingwood
We’re thrilled to present a double showcase at the official launch of Trainscendence — Collingwood’s brand-new creative playground.
Catch live performances from RSOM artists NJ Rijs, Madam Nightingale x AJ'Zho, Annie and the Make Believe, and DL Gade in a truly unique space spanning 10 immersive floors — including rooftop trains, secret rooms, fire shows, a psychedelic casino and more.
🎟 Discounted tix with code: RSOM
18+ event.
RSOM Residency: Gary Hubber, Kieran J Phillips and MOSSROSE - Live at The Terminus Hotel🎶
The RSOM Residency at the Terminus Hotel celebrates Melbourne’s original music scene, with three RSOM members performing live every Thursday night.
It’s all about community, discovery, and supporting local songwriters in one of Abbotsford’s most loved venues.
Performing this week, we welcome…
🎤 Gary Hubber
🎤 Kieran J Phillips
🎤 MOSSROSE
📍 Terminus Hotel, Abbotsford
⏰ From 6pm
🎟 Free entry
🍻 Happy Hour: 4–6pm – $8 schooners, $10 pints, $8.50 house wines
🍽 Parma Night: $25 parmas from 12pm–late
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new residency — come down, grab a drink, enjoy a parma, and support incredible local artists.
Aus Music Month Afternoon Showcase
J Underwood Bookings, Galaxy Music and The Real Songwriters of Melbourne present
Aus Music Month Afternoon Showcase
An afternoon of community and celebrating live Australian music, we bring the best of the best from each community as they share their originals in the Retreat beer garden.
Your lineup for the afternoon…
LANA - The Real Songwriters of Melbourne
Elya and Mia Savannah - Galaxy Music
ELLE - J Underwood Bookings
The event will also feature a networking and workshopping event by Liberate Community which will open avenues for conversation and deeper connection, knowledge sharing and upskilling.
FREE EVENT
Register for Networking via the button below
RSOM Residency: Felix Elliot, Lily Jones and Chris Surgey - Live at The Terminus Hotel🎶
The RSOM Residency at the Terminus Hotel celebrates Melbourne’s original music scene, with three RSOM members performing live every Thursday night.
It’s all about community, discovery, and supporting local songwriters in one of Abbotsford’s most loved venues.
Performing this week, we welcome…
🎤 Felix Elliot
🎤 Lily Jones
🎤 Chris Surgey
📍 Terminus Hotel, Abbotsford
⏰ From 6pm
🎟 Free entry
🍻 Happy Hour: 4–6pm – $8 schooners, $10 pints, $8.50 house wines
🍽 Parma Night: $25 parmas from 12pm–late
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new residency — come down, grab a drink, enjoy a parma, and support incredible local artists.
Open Mic Night
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
RSOM Residency: Lily Jones, Annie and the Make Believe and MOSSROSE - Live at The Terminus Hotel🎶
The RSOM Residency at the Terminus Hotel celebrates Melbourne’s original music scene, with three RSOM members performing live every Thursday night.
It’s all about community, discovery, and supporting local songwriters in one of Abbotsford’s most loved venues.
Performing this week, we welcome…
🎤 Lily Jones
🎤 Annie and the Make Believe
🎤 MOSSROSE
📍 Terminus Hotel, Abbotsford
⏰ From 7pm
🎟 Free entry
🍻 Happy Hour: 4–6pm – $8 schooners, $10 pints, $8.50 house wines
🍽 Parma Night: $25 parmas from 12pm–late
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new residency — come down, grab a drink, enjoy a parma, and support incredible local artists.
Italian Night
Dinner + Live Music is back!
Forget Me Not Eatery will be hosting an Italian-themed night on Saturday 25th October 2025.
Choose from our Italian inspired 2 or 3 course menu, along with options for the little ones.
Talented duo Antoinette Tripodi and Jena Marino are back performing traditional and modern Italian music, along with English songs from 6pm to 9pm.
Reservations are essential and each booking includes a two-hour seating. Doors open from 5:30pm.
RSOM Residency: Lily Jones, Gary Hubber and MOSSROSE Live at The Terminus Hotel🎶
The RSOM Residency at the Terminus Hotel celebrates Melbourne’s original music scene, with three RSOM members performing live every Thursday night.
It’s all about community, discovery, and supporting local songwriters in one of Abbotsford’s most loved venues.
Performing this week, we welcome…
🎤 Lily Jones
🎤 Gary Hubber
🎤 MOSSROSE
📍 Terminus Hotel, Abbotsford
⏰ From 7pm
🎟 Free entry
🍻 Happy Hour: 4–6pm – $8 schooners, $10 pints, $8.50 house wines
🍽 Parma Night: $25 parmas from 12pm–late
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new residency — come down, grab a drink, enjoy a parma, and support incredible local artists.
BREAK THROUGH: Vocal Production Online Masterclass
Get ready to take your home recordings to the next level!
We are so excited to bring you an exclusive live and online MASTERCLASS with three of Australia’s renowned producers.
This members-only session is your chance to learn directly from experienced industry professionals, gain practical tools, and start producing vocal demos you can be proud of.
Our masterclass will guide you step-by-step through recording, processing, and mixing your vocals with confidence, using the tools you already have, plus free plugins to elevate your home recordings to a demo-quality standard.
🎶 What We’ll Cover
✅ How to capture a clear and professional vocal recording from the comfort of your own home
✅ Comping, tuning, and timing techniques to keep your takes natural
✅ Free plugins and tools for processing vocals
✅ How to mix using EQ, compression, FX, and saturation
✅ Tips before taking your demo into the studio and how a producer can enhance the experience
Joining forces for this exclusive masterclass, our RSOM Affiliates bring decades of combined experience.
Patrick Carre (Artisan Music, Perth) — With 25+ years in the industry as a producer, songwriter, and engineer, Patrick is the Director of Artisan Music, one of Perth’s leading recording studios. He has worked with artists across Australia and internationally, producing, mixing, and mastering original music while helping artists achieve professional-quality recordings from studio to stage.
Nathan Zammit (NZ Studios, Melbourne) — With 6+ years of experience as a producer, professional musician and mixing engineer, Nathan has been helping artists find the missing pieces in their songs, specialising in Indie Pop, Cinematic Pop, R&B and Folk production. Having worked with local Australian and international artists at NZ Studios, his works have won awards and provided artists with a music catalogue that they have released and toured internationally.
George Charra (Melbourne) — An engineer with 7+ years of experience in pop, hip hop, indie, and EDM, George has worked alongside some of Melbourne’s top producers and international acts. Notably, George's remix of "Unfamiliar" by Seeb, featuring HRVY and Goodboys, was released through Universal Music Group.
💡 Bonus: This online masterclass is Part 1 of an exciting in-person workshop that you won’t want to miss!
Become a member and join us in this very exciting event!
RSOM Residency: Felix Elliot, Mister Co. and NJ Rijs – Live at The Terminus Hotel🎶
The RSOM Residency at the Terminus Hotel celebrates Melbourne’s original music scene, with three RSOM members performing live every Thursday night in October.
It’s all about community, discovery, and supporting local songwriters in one of Abbotsford’s most loved venues.
Performing this Thursday on the 16th October…
🎤 Felix Elliot
🎤 Mister Co
🎤 NJ Rijs
📍 Terminus Hotel, Abbotsford
⏰ From 7pm
🎟 Free entry
🍻 Happy Hour: 4–6pm – $8 schooners, $10 pints, $8.50 house wines
🍽 Parma Night: $25 parmas from 12pm–late
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new residency — come down, grab a drink, enjoy a parma, and support incredible local artists.
RSOM Residency: Felix Elliot, Annie and the Make Believe & Gary Hubber – Live at the Terminus 🎶
The RSOM Residency at the Terminus Hotel celebrates Melbourne’s original music scene, with three RSOM members performing live every Thursday night in October.
It’s all about community, discovery, and supporting local songwriters in one of Abbotsford’s most loved venues.
We’re kicking things off this Thursday 9th October with:
🎤 Felix Elliot
🎤 Annie and the Make Believe
🎤 Gary Hubber
📍 Terminus Hotel, Abbotsford
📅 Thursday 9 October
⏰ From 7pm
🎟 Free entry
🍻 Happy Hour: 4–6pm – $8 schooners, $10 pints, $8.50 house wines
🍽 Parma Night: $25 parmas from 12pm–late
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new residency — come down, grab a drink, enjoy a parma, and support incredible local artists.
Open Mic Night
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Songwriting Prize Melbourne Semi-Final
RSOM is excited to once again be a sponsor of this year’s Songwriting Prize, proudly presented by mental health music charity, Listen Up Music.
Now in its 10th year, The Songwriting Prize, presented by the award-winning mental health music charity Listen Up Music, is more than just a competition. It's a vibrant community where songwriters can share their personal stories through music, all while showcasing some of Australia's finest songwriting talent to delighted audiences.
Each year, songwriters are invited to submit original works based on a specific theme. This year, we're exploring "Growth," a theme that promises to inspire powerful and introspective musical narratives.
Your Semi Final line up is: Angus Robb, Bel Kil, Elkie Kershaw, Empress + Aces, Leticia Keane, Lily Jones, Loz Irwin-Ray, Mareya, Naked Neighbours, Ollie Howlett, Rhian Aoun, Ryan Oliver, Sadie Mustoe, Taylah Evans and Wasteman.
A live panel of esteemed industry judges will provide valuable feedback on each performance. The winner from this event will then go on to compete in the Grand Final, sharing in a prize pool of over $45,000, with the chance to be crowned the overall winner.
With Semi Final events taking place in Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Newcastle, and Perth, join us to experience an unforgettable evening of live performances featuring the best songs from your region. You'll not only hear incredible music, but also the personal stories that inspired each piece.
The minds in music matter.
Open Mic Night
Photo by Mouk. Media
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $9 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Mister Co. Presents: The Homegrown Festival
We are incredibly proud of RSOM members and 2023 RSOM Community Award winners, Mister Co. as they put on this fantastic event celebrating Melbourne, homegrown talent.
Taking over one of Melbourne’s most iconic venues The Corner Hotel in 2025, this event is designed to be immersive and expansive, blending the intimate storytelling of live performance with the high-energy pulse of a festival. Five live sets will take audiences deep into the world of Homegrown, featuring performances from Ambraya, AYDAN ft. RNGRZ, Renee Naccari, Jonathan Bufalino, Free Parking, Halo Voices, Lia Magu, and of course, Mister Co. alongside over 30 Melbourne musicians highlight the diverse and exceptional talent in our city. A local, vinyl DJ - DJ Swella - will bridge the transitions, keeping the night flowing seamlessly from one sonic experience to the next.
With doors opening at 4:00 PM, Homegrown transforms into a half-day festival, inviting guests to step into a space where music, community, and creativity collide. A professional production team will ensure every note, every light cue, and every moment is captured with precision, making this an unforgettable night in Melbourne’s music scene.
At its core, Homegrown is more than an EP. It’s a movement—a testament to the power of collaboration, the magic of shared creativity, and the importance of engineering spaces where music and community grow together. Mister Co. isn’t just making waves; they’re building the stage for something bigger. And this is just the beginning.
Featuring: Ambraya, AYDAN ft. RNGRZ, Mister Co, Renee Naccari, Jonathan Bufalino, Free Parking, HALO Voices
RSOM Winter Networking Night
Songwriters, come and join us at our
winter networking event!
⚠️ Update: Please note this event will now be held at Golden Gate Hotel, South Melbourne.
Tickets now include a burger and fries with your entry (GF/VG options available).
At RSOM, our Networking Nights is all about connection and being a part of a like-minded community. Whether you're seeking collaborators, industry insight or a creative boost, this event is designed to help you meet the right people and grow your network in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Why attend?
✅ Connect with like-minded songwriters & producers
✅ Expand your creative and industry network
✅ Be part of a thriving, supportive community
✅ Enjoy 3 hours of pure networking time
✅ Delicious burger and fries included with your ticket! (GF/VG/VEO/DF options available*)
The RSOM Networking Nights have brought hundreds of songwriters together as they have allowed a safe space for songwriters, producers and creatives of all ages, genres, genders, backgrounds and experience levels to build their contact list, meet potential collaborators as well as seek expert advice from Australia's leading music industry experts.
TICKETS: GENERAL ADMISSION: $49 + BF, RSOM MEMBERS: $39 + BF
PLEASE NOTE: Songwriters under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian.
Spanish Night: Forget Me Not x RSOM Special Event
¡Olé! A Taste of Spain is coming to Greenvale
Join us at Forget Me Not on Saturday, 9th August for a Spanish-themed night filled with flavour, rhythm, and soul.
Indulge in a delicious 2 or 3 course Spanish-inspired menu (plus something tasty for the little ones!)
Between 6pm–9pm, enjoy live Spanish + Latin music performed by the talented Alethia.
Plus, we have a Sangria Special on the night.
Let’s flamenco the night away!
Open Mic Night
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Open Mic Night
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Greek Night at Forget Me Not
Opa! Join us for a Greek Night to remember!
Saturday 28th June 2025 — from 5:30 PM
We’re bringing the flavours and festive vibes of Greece, to Forget Me Not!
Enjoy your choice of a 2 or 3-course Greek-inspired menu, with a special kids’ menu too — kali orexi!
From 6–9pm, the talented songwriter Paul Kasparidis will be performing Greek and English music!
SPECIAL OFFER
Book and pay by Monday 23rd June and we’ll treat you to a free dessert!
Gather your family and friends, and let’s make it a night full of music, and delicious food.
We can’t wait to see you there — Yamas!
For bookings and to view menu visit:
https://www.forgetmenoteatery.com.au/dinner-live-music
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This event is supported by the Victorian Government through the Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria delivered by Music Victoria
Open Mic Night
Come and join the RSOM Community!
Held every first Wednesday of the month, our Open Mics have welcomed hundreds of songwriters to the RSOM Community as they share their originals on the Bergy Bandroom stage.
Here’s how you can be involved…
1. Become a member and receive a guaranteed spot **
2. Subscribe to our mailing list and pre-book a spot!
Miss out on a pre-booked slot?
That’s ok! Walk-in slots are available and are first in, first served.
Meet us in the Bandroom at 6:30pm!
Spots are first in, first served.
FREE ENTRY from 7pm with $10 lager and cider on the tap.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Bergy!
Annie and the Make Believe at Lulu's Social | Valley Sounds
Annie & The Make Believe is an Australian-English artist known for her heartfelt and catchy songs that blend elements of folk, pop, and alt-country. After nearly a decade in the UK, she made her return to the Australian music scene in 2024 with the single It Got Bad. Collaborating with producer Simon Moro (James Keogh/Vance Joy, Grim Fawkner, Allday) her new music blends folk melodies with pop sensibilities and alt-country elements, ‘Honestly, this is one of those records that’s not pretentious, not trying to reinvent the wheel – simply, it’s a sublime listening experience, wrapping the listeners in nostalgia and epic vibes. We love it!’ Mesmerized UK Since then, Annie and her band (Rhythm guitar: Mel Ricou, Lead guitar: Cam Geeves, Drums: Simon Krambousanos) have been gigging in Melbourne’s vibrant live music scene, recently celebrating the release of the newest single On Repeat. Described as a track that ‘lingers long after the final note, it invites listeners to reflect on their own personal journeys of growth and self-acceptance” Music Crowns. Annie’s musical journey began in the UK, where she debuted her EP Let’s Get Together Again. The EP earned airplay on BBC Radio, including BBC Introducing London, 6Music, and BBC Radio 2, and led to performances at festivals Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival, Camper Calling (BBC Introducing Stage), and Staxonbury.
MOSSROSE supporting Renee Alison's EP Launch
It’s finally happening! Come join me, Renee Alison, for the long planned release party for my debut EP "She Was Buried But Not Gone". The afternoon's folk-based festivities will be hosted at the lovely Bergy Bandroom in Brunswick this May 17th.
I’ll be playing a range of my original songs, many that I’ve never performed live before. With a vibe ranging from sweet and melodic “Thank you for”, to raw and energetic “Watch the sun set again” these songs tell stories of life’s messy highs, lows, joys, losses, mysteries and everything in between.
I will be supported by Jasmine Butera and Moss Rose, two fellow female singer-songwriters who will both bring their own lovely vibes and special something to the afternoon event. Let Jasmine blow you away with her beautiful soulful voice and playful song writing, while Moss Rose will entertain with her whimsical folk melodies and delightful storytelling.
I hope you’ll join me for this fun afternoon at the Bergy Bandroom. Don’t miss this special debut event!
...I've been told I sound like Laura Marling and Nick Drake, so if that’s your vibe come along and let me know if it’s true...
Schedule
Doors 1pm
1:30pm - 2:10pm - Moss Rose (RSOM)
2:30pm - 3:10pm - Jasmine Butera
3:30pm - 4:15pm - Renee Alison with guests