OPEN FROM 5PM // FREE ENTRY // SHOW STARTS 8PM Hearty Arty July! at Brunswick Artists' Bar The Rayes are bringing together music, community, and multi-media art for "Hearty Arty July!" on Wednesday nights at Brunswick Artists' Bar. Join Naarm's finest local bands and special guest artists for wholesome evenings of performances and coming together with friends during this troubling time in the world. Fight the winter blues and help us muster up the essence of a big, hearty bowl of soup by bringing your dancing shoes, thoughtful conversations, and joyous friends! If nostalgia starred in a late summer 70s film, its soundtrack would feature The Rayes. Emotive, and at times haunting – their distinctive sound elicits something hard to label but easy to feel. Superimposing lilting harmonies and melodic basslines, the Melbourne-based, Seattle-born group recalls themes of identity, yearning, and witty reflection to sweeping emotion. The band is led by sisters, Jordan and Rebecca Stobbe, whose vocals and harmonies have been compared to Joni Mitchell, Fleetwood Mac, and the Indigo Girls. The Rayes are, ‘translucent honesty cloaked in classic folk rock harmonies,’ (American Songwriter), imparting a sound both spirited and endearing. New Zealand made, Adam Hattaway and the Haunters are a country and soul tinged rock and roll band. Following the release of an anthology album that marked a creative turning point for the band, frontman Adam Hattaway unveiled High Horse in 2024. A solo record that signaled a bold shift in style. Produced by acclaimed musician Marlon Williams, High Horse is a dark yet warm, reverb soaked, rainy day collection of loner anthems. Carefully produced vocals, layered acoustic guitars, strings, midi keyboards and drum machines, a contrast from previous electric guitar laden, roisterous albums. High Horse was named one of Rolling Stone Aus/NZ's Top 50 Albums of 2024 and received widespread praise from critics and broadcasters alike. Tony Stamp (RNZ Sampler) included the single 'Ain't no Surprise' among his favourite singles of the year, while Henry Wagons (ABC Radio Australia) called it, "One of the most striking albums of the year… the most unusual but welcoming album." These are free shows. Donations are welcomed each night supporting APAN (Australia Palestine Advocacy Network). 9th July - POLLYMAN 16th July - NAOMI DIANE 23rd July - AMELIA ADLER 30th July - ADAM HATTAWAY AND THE HAUNTERS (NZ) https://brunswickballroom.com.au/brunswickartistsbar/ TICKETING INFO Please have a digital or printed copy of your ticket ready on arrival along with a valid photo ID. Acceptable ID includes a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence, State Approved ‘Proof of Age’ card or Passport. The Brunswick Ballroom strives to improve our practices when it comes to sustainability and to reduce our carbon footprint. We don’t sell or provide plastic water bottles. VENUE INFO THE BALLROOM MENU The kitchen will be serving The Ballroom Menu for this show. You can view the delicious offerings available by clicking here. ACCESSIBILITY The Brunswick Ballroom is Accessible. The Brunswick Ballroom has made significant improvements to accessibility by installing an Acorn Chairlift. (Model: New Acorn Indoor 180 Curved Stairlift.) VENUE FAQS To find out more about the venue, FAQs can be viewed by clicking here.