Ess-Em are a five piece punk/rock/folk band who have been a staple of Sydney's music scene since their formation in 2014. They have embarked on several national tours and supported the likes of Joey Cape, A Wilhelm Scream, Hard-Ons, Mad Caddies, The Porkers, and Frenzal Rhomb. Sporting three record releases, Ess-Em also packs a solid punch on-stage as front-woman, SM, regales audiences with tales of existential crises, conspiracy theories, climate grief, and 'monthly' rage.
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Billy Puntton & The Mental Health Plan
10:15PM
Armed with four nylon strings and a lifetime of punk rock pedigree, Punxsie is a solo powerhouse redefining acoustic rock. Best known as the bassist for ska-punk outfit Operation Ibis, Carly switches gears to fully unlock her sharp songwriting skills on the ukulele. Channelling the fierce spirit of Ani DiFranco and the raw acoustic drive of the Violent Femmes, Punxsie delivers tunes packed with grit, angst, and sudden bursts of humour. From pet-owning realness to anti-establishment anthems, she invites listeners into an insightful, wonderful story of love, rejection of the status quo, and everything in between.