The Kittyhawks

The Workers Club, 51 - 55 Brunswick St, 3065 Fitzroy Kort

lau. 03.10.2026 14:00

Miðar / Skráning

Since losing their lead guitarist, Greg “Swampy” Brown, in November 2025, Melbourne punks Unto the Breach have been determined to turn grief into something positive.Swampfest was born from that desire—a way to honour Swampy’s memory while raising vital funds for The Black Dog Institute.What started as a small idea quickly grew into something much bigger. Favours were called in, friends stepped up, and now 10 of Melbourne’s most bodacious bands are donating their time to create one unforgettable day of live music at The Workers Club. Headlined by ska punk favourites The Kittyhawks and featuring Forklift Assassins, Judo Chop and All Hope Remains, the lineup spans punk, psychobilly, ska, rock and metal, with something for everyone. Every band is performing for free so every dollar raised supports research, education and better mental health outcomes for Australians.Most of us know someone whose life has been touched by mental illness. For many of us, it’s deeply personal. Swampfest is a chance to stand together, celebrate the people we’veloved, support those still struggling, and remind each other that no one has to face it alone.Come for the music. Stay for the community. Make some noise, celebrate Swampy’s life, and help turn loss into hope.

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The Kittyhawks
Loonee Tunes first formed in 1982. Loonee Tunes started as school friends playing off beats in a factory way out east. Their first gig was at the Aberdeen Hotel
in North Fitzroy. They had a one hour slot and being nervous they sped through the set in 1/2 hour. They all came off to a rousing reception only to be told to go
back on stage and play the entire set again!

Loonee Tunes have a wonderful history of support spots over the years and have played with Rick Wakeman, Australian Crawl, Mental As Anything, Eurogliders, Corpse Grinders and, most recently, The English Beat, Bad Manners, Melbourne Ska Orchestra, From the Jam and the Ska Nation Festival.

Loonee Tunes has a long history of which the British Soul sound is a large part. Our music is influenced by Ska, Northern Soul and British bands such as
The Style Council, Dexy’s Midnight Runners and The Specials. What is Ska? You may ask, we like to say that it is Rocksteady and Reggae on speed. lots of fun
and energetic as all hell.

Their frontman Adam, is as spontaneous as they come. You never know what he will do next but you will be entertained. Excellent vocals and lots of energy that the crowd loves. In fact, all the members are excellent, professional musicians with members coming from bands such as, Bjorn Again, Melbourne Ska Orchestra, Damsel Eyes, Agents of Reverb, No Nonsense and also provide the energy to get a crowd going straight away. Their vibe is addictive and watching the crowd enjoy themselves is an absolute pleasure. Often mentioned on PBS 106.7 (Blue Juice) and Ska Nation Radio with Beefy, using positive vibes, great songs and energetic events Loonee Tunes infuse a crowd and get the venue dancing…turning spectators into die-hard fans.

Loonee Tunes remain one of the hardest working bands in Melbourne and continue to bring out their best at every show.