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3 weeks ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown
Powerstryde, Dorset Gardens, 18th May 2025 by Mary BoukouvalasMelbourne-based 80s rock tribute band Powerstryde delivered a high-energy performance at the Dorset Gardens Hotel in Croydon, Victoria. The event featured classic hits from the 1980s, attracting a lively crowd eager to relive the era’s iconic music. Mary is a photographer and a writer, specialising in music.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown
The Living End, Corner Hotel, 15th May 2025 by Mary BoukouvalasOn May 15, 2025, The Living End electrified a sold-out crowd at Melbourne’s Corner Hotel, debuting their new single “Alfie” alongside classic hits like “Prisoner of Society” and “West End Riot”. The intimate show marked their first new release in eight years, showcasing a return to their raw, three-chord punk rock roots. Mary is a photographer and a writer, specialising in music.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
Uncanny X-Men, Corner Hotel, 13th April 2025 by Mary BoukouvalasAustralian pop-rock icons Uncanny X-Men delivered a high-energy matinee performance at Melbourne’s Corner Hotel. This one-off reunion show featured original members, including charismatic frontman Brian Mannix, and was supported by early-2000s rockers The Androids. This reunion show was a nostalgic journey for longtime fans and a testament to Uncanny X-Men’s enduring appeal in the Australian music scene.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
The Androids, Corner Hotel, 13th April 2025 by Mary BoukouvalasThe Androids performed at the Corner Hotel in Richmond, Melbourne, as part of a special matinee show supporting 1980s pop-rock icons Uncanny X-Men. They’re best known for their 2002 hit “Do It with Madonna,” delivered a high-energy set that included their latest single, “Brand New Life.” Mary is a photographer and a writer, specialising in music.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
Bronx native, Ross Friedman AKA Ross The Boss, is a household name in the world of Heavy Metal and Punk. From his early beginnings forming THE DICTATORS in New York and releasing a slew of albums with this band, who always gave THE RAMONES a run for their money… to his headlining chart topping glory days in MANOWAR. Ross’ career has always been one to follow, including some killer albums with DEATH DEALER, a band formed by our fellow Australian Stu Marshall.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
ZZ TOP, “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” has been at it for well over a half century, delivering rock, blues and boogie on the road and in the studio to millions of devoted fans. With classic songs such as “Sharp Dressed Man”, “Legs” and “Gimme Me All Your Lovin” and iconography as distinctive as their sound, ZZ TOP is virtually synonymous with beards, hotrod cars, spinning guitars and that magic keychain, all of which transcend geography and language.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
For Thorogood and his longtime band – Jeff Simon (drums, percussion), Bill Blough (bass guitar), Jim Suhler (rhythm guitar) and Buddy Leach (saxophone) – the power to rock audiences has been both battle cry and creed since the beginning. It’s on stage that George & The Destroyers flip the switch delivering their signature hits “Get A Haircut”, “I Drink Alone”, “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer”, “Move It On Over”, “Who Do You Love” and the definitive badass anthem “Bad To The Bone”.
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1 month ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
Winger ignited Melbourne’s 170 Russell with a powerhouse performance as part of their Farewell Tour, marking their first and final Australian show with the original lineup. The band delivered a setlist that spanned their career, featuring hits like “Seventeen,” “Miles Away,” and “Headed for a Heartbreak,” alongside dynamic solos from guitarists Reb Beach and John Roth. The evening was a nostalgic journey for fans, celebrating Winger’s enduring legacy in the hard rock scene.
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2 months ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
The Stranglers, The Forum, 22nd March 2025 by Mary BoukouvalasOn March 22, 2025, The Stranglers delivered a memorable performance at Melbourne’s Forum Theatre as part of their ‘Fifty Years In Black’ anniversary tour. Celebrating five decades of their influential career, the band captivated the audience with a dynamic set that showcased their evolution from punk origins to a more nuanced sound. Mary is a photographer and a writer, specialising in music.
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2 months ago | 
whatsmyscene.com | Iggy Pop |Patti Smith |Joe Strummer |Ian Brown |Mary Boukouvalas
This production, directed by Timothy Sheader with choreography by Drew McOnie, has received widespread praise during its Australian tour. The cast features Michael Paynter as Jesus, Javon King as Judas, and Mahalia Barnes as Mary. Reviews have highlighted the ensemble’s dynamic energy and the production’s modern interpretation.
