August | UNESCO City of Music - 10-year anniversary
The Angels Lane was launched on 4 August, with members of the band past and present in attendance, including family members of the late Doc Neeson and Chris Bailey.
The Angels Lane runs from Hindley to Morphett Street and is in close proximity to live music venues and clubs of the City’s West End, including Hindley Street Music Hall, the location for the project’s centrepiece mural.
The Angels massive breakthrough moment came in 1978. Their smash-hit album Face to Face achieved 4-times platinum status with rhythm section Graham ‘Buzz’ Bidstrup and Chris Bailey. Electrifying live performances and enduring hits, including ‘Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again’, ‘Take A Long Line’, ‘No Secrets’, ‘Marseille’ and ‘Shadow Boxer’, secured The Angels’ place in Australian rock history. Over five decades, The Angels have taken on various incarnations. Today, the Brewster Brothers continue to perform under the band’s name, carrying on a family legacy that began with their grandfather Hooper Brewster-Jones, commemorated on the Jubilee 150 Walk on North Terrace.
Visitors to The Angels Lane will discover a tribute of artworks by the artist team CAPITAL WASTE (Liam Somerville) and Vans the Omega (Joel Van Moore). Thanks to two stand out murals, a series of light boxes, and gobo lights, the experience is electrifying both day and night. Combined, these works celebrate the band’s legacy, theatrical stage presence and revolutionary sound.
Winter Weekends
1 to 23 August
Adelaide Central Market and North Adelaide
Add a little heat to your Friday nights and Saturday mornings this August at Winter Weekends.
A diverse mix of local businesses are taking part, featuring performances by talented musicians including Lizzie Coke, James Moor, Zyke Duo, Jimmy Bay, Hugo Johnston, Soloman, Juliet Oliver, Adam Blesing, and Cal Williams Jr.
Take in some live music and free entertainment and warm up in front of crackling fire pits with your friends and family. To discover the full lineup of artists and see who’s performing when and where, be sure to visit the official website.
FOOM 2025 – Festival of Original Music
7, 14 and 28 August and 4 and 11 September
The Jade
Calling all songwriters, lyricists, composers, and live music lovers – The Festival of Original Music (FOOM) returns this year with five nights of incredible live performances, fresh talent, and original music at The Jade.
There are cash prizes up for grabs across four categories:
- Live Performance
- Demo Unreleased
- Instrumental
- Lyrics / Libretto
Each year, FOOM and SCALA (Songwriters, Composers and Lyricists Association) offers a unique platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their talent, connect with a supportive community, and be heard.
FOOM 2025 is proudly supported by the City of Adelaide through an Arts and Cultural Grant.
Image: Lucinda Lake performing at The Howling Owl for Make Music Day 2025. Photo: Spoz Spozington.