Music Events in Perth

[https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-16077%2Fevent-description%2F1764201243098-HumanHighwayEmptyBellyEvent.jpg] Doors 6 pm, Band at 7.30 pm Duke of George presents The Human Highway Playing the music of Neil Young Get ready for a night of classic Neil Young when the Human Highway return to one of their favourite Fremantle venues for their first show of 2025. Led by Fremantle’s David Hyams, who audiences have testified bears an uncanny vocal resemblance to the great man himself, the 6-piece line up also features Rose Parker on vocals and guitar, bassist Josh Dyson, drummer Russell Wilson, fiddler Adam Gare, and Jeremy Threlfall on pedal steel and guitar.  Covering music from the beginning of Young’s solo career right through to the 21st century, the band is equally adept at capturing the essence of Young's two primary styles: from the gentle folk and country-rock of albums like “Comes A Time", to the electric guitar driven rock of the Crazy Horse days. Reviewers have commented on the authenticity of their performance and how they can “dig deep” - playing not only expected hits, but many lesser known Neil Young numbers. * * * “The Human Highway are awesome. We ran an evening with them at The Quarry Amphitheatre…and it was a sell-out success, with the crowd loving the performance and shouting for several encores…We had only positive feedback from the crowd”  Mark Taylor, Wasup Promotions (Quarry Amphitheatre) “The talent and authenticity of the group was outstanding, and we received many comments of congratulations and praise for the night’s entertainment." Drew Dymond, Manager Albany Entertainment Centre " Some of the audience were heard commenting that if they had closed their eyes, they would have believed they were listening to the great man himself! Everyone left with a smile on their face! " Darwin Entertainment Centre

Having just completed a triumphant 23-date European headline tour and supporting Paul Kelly across Australian arenas, multi-award winning artist Fanny Lumsden announces her national headline tour of Australia, taking place this coming February. Fanny Lumsden and her band The Prawn Stars will traverse the country in February 2026 with shows in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney before wrapping up in Canberra. Recognised for her DIY and trail blazing spirit shown by her regional Country Halls Tour where she has taken her joyous, energetic, and brilliant live show to over 300 halls across Australia, NZ , United Kingdom and Europe. Fanny’s recent shows in Europe included a triumphant 23-date headline tour, a sold-out Country Halls tour in Scotland, no less than 7 festivals plus a support slot with fellow Australian singer songwriter Paul Kelly. Her performances garnered praise with local press with the UK’s Entertainment Focus choosing her as one of its Top Ten highlights following her opening set on the main stage at the prestigious The Long Road Festival in Leicestershire, quoting “It’s obvious she loves the UK audience... and that feeling seemed very much mutual, so I hope it won’t be too long until she’s back.” Country In The UK, in its Ones To Watch feature, stated: “the most uplifting set that you will see all weekend which is guaranteed to put the biggest smile on your face.” She was also chosen for the BBC’s live coverage from Belladrum Festival in Scotland. At the conclusion of her extensive European touring schedule, Fanny then immediately jumped onto a plane to head home to Australia for her opening slot on Paul Kelly’s Antipodean Arena Tour with Lucinda Williams - with her reputation as “the hardest working woman in showbiz” firmly intact! Fanny firmly operates in her own lane and every turn “confirms Fanny as a distinctive storyteller, and an indelible personality who can win over fans in or outside of country music” (Doug Wallan, The Australian) “There are certain visionary artists forging new paths and reinventing what popular music looks and sounds like. Fanny Lumsden is one such artist, delivering a compelling blend of stagecraft, storytelling, and musical prowess that has mesmerised audiences all over the world” ★ ★ ★ ★★ Joshua Eckersley, BMA Magazine 2023

For over three decades, George Evelyn—better known as Nightmares on Wax—has been shaping the way we experience music. From the sample-driven grooves of Smokers Delight to the introspective landscapes of Shout Out! To Freedom, he has always crafted soundscapes that invite reflection, connection, and escapism. Nightmares on Wax is more than a DJ or producer—he is a curator of mood, a master of atmosphere, and a guide through rhythm, soul, dub, hip-hop, and electronic textures. His live sets are immersive journeys where every beat, loop, and bassline is designed to move both body and mind. This is music that listens back, music that holds space for emotion while carrying you forward on a wave of sound. Now, with Echo45 Sound System, N.O.W takes that lineage a step further. More than a compilation, the album is a living, breathing sound system experience—a mixtape that is at once a celebration and a declaration. It merges soul, roots, hip-hop, dub, and electronic textures, held together by Evelyn’s fearless creative vision. Featuring an extraordinary ensemble of collaborators, including Yasiin Bey, Greentea Peng, Sadie Walker, Liam Bailey, and more, Echo45 is not just a reflection of where Nightmares on Wax has been—it’s a bold announcement of where he’s going. Reflective, vulnerable, and rich in texture, the record invites listeners to slow down, to feel, and to inhabit the space it creates. The experience of Nightmares on Wax is reflective and liberating. It asks you to slow down, to feel, to notice the world and yourself in it. It is soulful, dub-infused, hip-hop and reggae-informed, yet underpinned with beats and bass that make you move. At its heart, it is a celebration of freedom—freedom to feel, to imagine, and to connect. Having pioneered British electronic music and as one of Warp Records’ longest-serving signings, Evelyn brings a rare magic to the stage: the ability to make something entirely new while echoing the rich musical past that informs it. Seeing Nightmares on Wax live is not just attending a show—it is stepping into a space of warmth, reflection, and sonic adventure. An invitation to come and explore freedom and what it means—or perhaps find it. ---------------------------------------- We honour and acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people as Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging and recognise that the land and sovereignty has never been ceded. TICKETING INFO *18+ LICENSED SHOW - MINORS PERMITTED WITH A LEGAL GUARDIAN   SET TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: When ticket sales have closed on the day of the show they may still be available at the door. Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable A booking fee applies to all advance tickets VENUE INFO: Photo ID is essential, acceptable ID is a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence or Passport The venue reserves the right to refuse admission to any person. Intoxicated persons will not be admitted. 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. *Minors are permitted with a legal guardian. When on premises minors must be accompanied at all times. COVID-19 SAFETY GUIDELINES: Due to the lifting of COVID-19 mandates in WA, Freo.Social is operating at full capacity and restriction free! We still encourage our patrons to observe good hygiene practices and encourage you to stay at home if you are unwell. 

JUNGLIST MASSIVE: The king of the jungle is heading to Freo Socials on Sunday the 15th of February. General Levy is the first name that comes to mind when you think about the Junglist movement in the UK. General Levy has been Iconic in the UK’s urban music scene since the late 80’s & early 90s. Serving his apprenticeship on the local sound system circuit in the mid to late 80’s then graduating to become a professional recording artist in the early 90’s releasing various reggae dancehall top ten records also an award winning album feat hits such as Heat, breeze, the wig, Champagne body, for fashion records, but his appearance in 1994 on the first jungle anthem the top the Uk mainstream Charts was the track “Incredible”. produced by M-Beat for an Independent jungle label, Renk Records. This kickstarted a Mainstream career that has seen his Music feat in Cult movies like Ali G in da house, bringing the General levy to new audiences the worldwide, seeing continued popularity to this day and marking its 25th anniversary in 2019. Da General will be in da house on Sunday February 15th at Freo Social, alongside Joe Awira (Mad Professor’s son) Joe Awira will be General Levy’s DJ for the night. Supporting the incredible general is Freo’s very own local General Justice & DJ Tamla, Charlie Bucket, Future Soundz, S-Man, Semantics. Wake the town and tell the people, this dance will be unlike any other. Bring your queen and leave your machine, no pigs, no mugs and no tugs. ---------------------------------------- We honour and acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people as Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging and recognise that the land and sovereignty has never been ceded. TICKETING INFO *18+ LICENSED SHOW - MINORS PERMITTED WITH A LEGAL GUARDIAN   SET TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: When ticket sales have closed on the day of the show they may still be available at the door. Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable A booking fee applies to all advance tickets VENUE INFO: Photo ID is essential, acceptable ID is a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence or Passport The venue reserves the right to refuse admission to any person. Intoxicated persons will not be admitted. 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. *Minors are permitted with a legal guardian. When on premises minors must be accompanied at all times. COVID-19 SAFETY GUIDELINES: Due to the lifting of COVID-19 mandates in WA, Freo.Social is operating at full capacity and restriction free! We still encourage our patrons to observe good hygiene practices and encourage you to stay at home if you are unwell.