Sabowave II — A Soundwave Memorial

Overview

Getting attached to your favourite musical festival isn't the best idea — even the best ones come and go. In sad news for fans of tunes on the heavier side of the spectrum, Soundwave joined the long line of fests in the latter category after their 2015 event. That doesn't mean you can't gather in a great spot and remember the good times, though.

Sabowave is the closest thing to the now-defunct real Soundwave as you're probably going to get, as well as a chance to do what Brisbanites seem to do best these days: reminisce. For the second year, Sabotage Social is leading the charge and serving up all of the necessary ingredients. That means punk, rock, metal and thrash sets, good vibes, some food, and plenty of fun.

Turn up from midday on February 5 for a backyard barbecue, then knock back the drink you'll wish you'd thought of: Zooper Dooper cocktails. There'll also be beers from Rocks Brewing Company, and plenty of fellow Soundwave lovers recalling the fest that was. If you want to go for a memorial walk up to the RNA afterwards, that's up to you.

Image: Michael_Spencer.