Ricardo’s presents Velvet @ The Vanguard Sponsored by Heaps Normal Ricardo’s returns to its Inner West home, taking over The Vanguard with Velvet. A resurrection of Sydney’s underground sound where community, emerging talent, and creativity converge. More than just a show, Ricardo’s is where the best of Sydney’s music scene comes alive. Join us on select Sunday afternoons for live acts, surprise DJs, and genre-bending energy that fuels the city’s underground pulse. Select Sundays from 4 pm Aug 3 | Sept 14 | Nov 30 The Vanguard, Newtown Presales $20  / $25 on the Door Fully licensed | Seated & standing Doors 4pm This Edition’s Line-Up - September 14th Soul. Jazz. Funk. RnB. Psychedelic. Hip Hop. A community-focused series spotlighting some of Sydney’s most exciting emerging acts. SUÉ Authentic soul & RnB, bold songwriting, and one of Australia’s most exciting new voices. Recently launching his Seek Yourself Love & Knowledge EP, SUÉ blends self-reflection with tributes to the greats of the ’60s and ’70s, as heard in his standout single Chocolate Vanilla. Broken Angle Collective A bass-heavy, groove-driven set from Benjamin Samuels (sax & clarinet), Rory Brown (bass), and Gabriel Harlem (drums). Bridging delicate compositions with hypnotic jams, their sound is steeped in dub, UK jazz, psychedelia, and global grooves, with surprise guests every show. Reenie  DJ Known from Sunset with Motorik on FBi Radio, Crossing The Streams on 2SER, and dance floors from Club 77 to Pleasure Club, Reenie delivers cosmic, percussion-rich sets that blend the eccentric and eclectic. With acclaimed releases including the Space Cadet EP and edits for Rollover Milano, she’s a driving force in Sydney’s music scene and guaranteed to keep you moving. Proudly sponsored by Heaps Normal, supporting our mission to build community and creativity, while offering a space where the music never stops. On Sunday afternoons, Ricardo’s is the perfect end to your weekend. Get your fix of fresh sounds, vibrant energy, and a sense of community to cap off your Sunday. Ricardo’s is back. Welcome to the underground. TICKETING INFO This is an 18+ event. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable A booking fee applies to all advance tickets. (All quoted prices include tax). Over 18's only unless advertised otherwise. No Outside food or drinks are to be brought into the venue. All children under 18 not permitted including small children and babies. Photo ID is essential, acceptable ID is a current and valid Australian Drivers Licence or Passport. Intoxicated persons will not be admitted. No thongs, steel cap boots, or spiked attire. Dangerous  behaviour including Crowd Surfing, Stage Diving, Moshing and Violent Dancing is not allowed and will result in your immediate removal from  this venue. Inappropriate behaviour at this venue will lead to your banning. We know that times are tough, but please help us stay open by arriving when the doors open and eating & drinking at the venue.