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All shows at Northcote Theatre are standing room unless otherwise specified All shows at Northcote Theatre are licensed and strictly 18+ Secret Sounds presents SUDAN ARCHIVES (USA) The BPM Tour Australia 2026 Sudan Archives, the violinist, singer, and producer from Cincinnati, blends R&B, electronic, and experimental sounds with her signature violin loops. Last in Australia in 2023, she has just dropped brand-new album The BPM, alongside this Australian tour marking its release. This announcement follows Sudan Archives’ electrifying return to the spotlight, fresh from her last visit in 2023. Known for redefining the violin as a weapon of rhythm and soul, she steps into a new era with the release of new album The BPM and a tour that mirrors its energy. This time, she brings her spellbinding blend of strings, beats, and boundary-breaking performance back to Australian audiences—headlining the Perth Festival before taking the stage for exclusive headline shows in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Mastercard Presale: Fri 7 Nov, 9am - Mon 10 Nov, 9am Secret Sounds Presale: Mon 10 Nov, 10am – Tues 11 Nov, 10am GP Onsale: Tues 11 Nov, 11am ABOUT SUDAN ARCHIVES Sudan Archives is the moniker of Brittney Denise Parks, a visionary violinist, vocalist, songwriter, and producer originally from Cincinnati, Ohio and now based in Los Angeles. Teaching herself violin by ear as a child, she was less interested in classical traditions than in discovering how the instrument could be pushed into new territory. Inspired by African fiddlers she discovered on YouTube, as well as the church and club sounds she grew up around, she began to reimagine the violin not as an orchestral instrument but as something that could drive rhythm, energy, and modern experimentation. At 19, she relocated to LA, where she immersed herself in beat-making, looping, and DIY production—developing the singular sound that has defined her career. Her earliest releases, the Sudan Archives (2017) and Sink (2018) EPs on Stones Throw Records, established her as a fresh voice in experimental R&B and electronic music. But it was her debut album Athena (2019) that marked a breakthrough: a bold, genre-defying record that showcased her virtuoso violin playing alongside intricate production and intimate lyricism. Critics praised her ability to weave together sounds from multiple traditions into something that felt wholly new. With her second album Natural Brown Prom Queen (2022), Sudan Archives expanded her palette even further, blending infectious hooks and club-ready rhythms with themes of identity, home, and Black womanhood. The record was met with critical acclaim and earned her two Libera Awards, including Best R&B Record. By this point, she had firmly established herself as one of the most inventive artists of her generation, praised for redefining the possibilities of the violin in contemporary music. In 2025, she unveiled The BPM, her most ambitious and dance-driven project to date. Embracing the sounds of Detroit techno, Chicago house, and global club culture, the record also introduced a new alter-ego—“Gadget Girl”—a persona that reflects her technologically savvy, self-sufficient artistry. True to form, Sudan Archives continued to handle nearly every aspect of her music herself, from songwriting and production to live performance, underscoring her fierce independence. Across her career, Sudan Archives has become known for more than her records alone—her live shows are electric, visceral experiences that highlight her boundary-breaking artistry. Whether looping violins into hypnotic rhythms, dropping beats that fill dance floors, or commanding the stage with her magnetic presence, she transforms the instrument into something unexpected: a party, a statement, and a force of liberation. Sudan Archives stands today as one of music’s most original voices—a Black woman artist who has carved out space where virtuosity meets experimentation, and where tradition collides with the future. Her story is one of constant reinvention, innovation, and a refusal to be confined by genre or expectation. ---------------------------------------- MASTERCARD PRESALE TICKETS These tickets are available exclusively to Mastercard cardholders and can only be purchased using a Mastercard and by paying through the Mastercard network.  To access Mastercard Presale Tickets, please click here [https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/sudan-archives-usa-/187438?skin=northcotetheatre&offercode=mcpre]. For more priceless experiences: www.priceless.com/music [http://www.priceless.com/music] For more information visit: https://music.priceless.com/frequently-asked-questions [https://music.priceless.com/frequently-asked-questions] MASTERCARD PREFERRED TICKETS These tickets are available exclusively to Mastercard cardholders and can only be purchased using a Mastercard and by paying through the Mastercard network. 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One of modern music’s most compelling performers, New York-born, Tamil Nadu-raised singer and trans disciplinarian Ganavya blends spiritual jazz, Indian devotional traditions and ambient textures for a sound that transcends time and space, at once capable of lifting audiences to a higher state and moving them to tears. After enchanting audiences alongside Nils Frahm across Australia last year, she now embarks upon her first headline tour of Australia. Since her evocative 2018 debut, Aikyam: Onnu, the California-based singer has released a string of acclaimed records, including 2024’s collaboration with Floating Points, like the sky I’ve been too quiet, the free-flowing, Alice Coltrane-inspired Daughter of a Temple, and 2025’s Nils Frahm co-produced Nilam, a breathtakingly tender work of spiritual resilience.  Don’t miss this chance to experience the vocalist who the Guardian once described as having “a delicate emotive heft that could turn stoics into sobbing wrecks.” Please note that this show will have limited, unreserved seating options. Guests with medical or other pressing conditions should be given priority for seating. Please be considerate and offer your seat if needed.  ---------------------------------------- VENUE INFO Shows are Standing unless clearly stated. Check Ticket Type when purchasing. Howler Bar & Grill [https://www.howlerbrunswick.com/bar-and-food]  The kitchen will be serving a full menu from 5pm (Tues - Fri) and 2pm (Sat - Sun) till late including vegan and vegetarian options.  You can view the delicious offerings available by clicking here [https://www.howlerbrunswick.com/bar-and-food]. Booking are not essential but recommended here. [https://obee.com.au/howlerbar] Accessibility  Howler is Accessible.  Both Garden and Theatre are 100% accessible for patrons including a central restroom and easy curbside access for car services.  This venue accepts companion cards. Simply purchase your ticket and contact Moshtix [https://tixsupport.moshtix.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/8921597480207-How-to-Contact-Us] to arrange access for your Companion.  Parking  A park and ride, council operated carpark is located immediately outside of Howler's doors. Public Transport Howler is conveniently located just a two minute walk from both the Route 19 Coburg tram (stop 21), and Jewel train station on the Upfield line. Bicycle We adjoin the Upfield Bike Path and have many designated bike parks on site.