The Meltdown
La La La's, 3 Globe Lane, Wollongong Directions
Sat 25.07.2026 19:30
Much-loved Melbourne soul collective The Meltdown make their long-awaited return to the road in support of their new EP, Perseverance. Honed by years of live performance, stemming from the fertile Melbourne soul scene where the band cut their teeth, The Meltdown have racked up more than 150 million streams globally and have recently announced a UK/EU tour, already selling out iconic venues like London's Jazz Cafe. This is a show not to be missed.
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The MeltdownSouthern Soul from the great southern land. Having built their sound off the back of mesmerising live performances, they were signed to Melbourne label Hopestreet Recordings in 2015 and released ‘Better Days’ as a 45 soon after. Making the song the focus, The Meltdown stay true to the story and keep your attention on the soaring voice of Simon Burke. It’s soul, but it’s something else indefinable; like you’ve heard him before but don’t know where. The rhythm section create a hypnotic spacious groove to lean upon and the horns gracefully tie it all together. This stellar band bring a blend of Stax and Motown with a healthy dose of the Nashville songwriting tradition. Songs to move your heart and your feet as echoes of Memphis soul resonate. Their debut self-titled record was released in 2017 to great critical acclaim, followed by a run of sold out shows and festival appearances. The Meltdown continue the tradition of world class soul bands to emerge from Melbourne, Australia and they’ll wrap you in their warm embrace. With a new album on the way and local and international touring, the soul from the south will be carried far and wide. Great vibe, great sound, but it’s the song that’s king here.