Brisbane Is Getting Two New Music Festivals

What's better than one new music festival? Two, of course. Maybe it's the warmer weather, or maybe it's just the fact that Brisbanites are mighty fond of a good music-focused shindig; however things are about to get loud and crowded across this city of ours.

First, add The Wrong End of the Valley Festival to your calendar — and no, there's no prizes for guessing the general vicinity it'll be held in. Taking over both the New Globe Theatre and AMPED on Brunswick Street on October 1 and 2, the two-day event will see 75 bands grace four stages for a weekend filled with all the music your ears can handle. With New Globe's new Hidden TreasureZZZ showcase forming part of the action, expect to see a host of Brissie acts deliver epic sets. Tickets range from $15 pre-sold one-day passes to $50 VIP packages.

Next, hop on over to Club Greenslopes for the aptly named SlopesFest, which community radio station 4ZZZ also have a hand in. On October 22, 30 local bands will strut their stuff across three stages — but the likes of Dr Peppernickle's Orphanarium of Obese Aristocrats, Dance To Blackout, The Bear Hunt and Soupy LaRue aren't the only attractions here. For an entry fee of $12 (pre-sold) t0 $15 (at the door), you'll also watch fire-twirling, browse market stalls, and enjoy a free game barefoot bowls. Plus, the Club's head chef will be cooking up a storm, though that's not included in the ticket price.

The Wrong End of the Valley Festival takes place on October 1 and 2 at the New Globe Theatre and AMPED, Fortitude Valley. For more information, visit the festival Facebook page.

SlopesFest takes place on October 22 at Club Greenslopes, 131 Ridge Street, Greenslopes. Check out the fest's Facebook page for further details.

Image: Dance To Blackout.