Stay Gold Battle Of The Bands - Heat 5

Join us for Stay Gold Battle of The Bands Heat 5 - Featuring Jaded State, Olympic White, Astral High, The Clever References + blyss.

About The Bands:

Jaded State
Melbourne based rock outfit Jaded State have been making waves in the music scene with their raw energy, captivating live performances and unapologetic sound. Formed in 2023, the boys have honed their craft through relentless gigging and a dedication to their art.Blending elements of Alt Rock, 90s rock & post grunge, Jaded State’s music relies on soaring vocals, crushing guitar riffs and a pounding rhythm section.

Olympic White
Formed in Melbourne's North East in 2020, Olympic White embody an honest indie/alternative sound characterised with their catchy choruses and nostalgic verses.The quartet are regulars on the Melbourne live music scene, lighting up venues with their spirited and heartfelt live performances.With 2 independent albums under their belt, the Olympic White’s star is growing and their sound is here to stay.

Astral High
From four mates jamming in the garage, mucking around, and writing music, to playing some of Melbourne’s biggest live music venues, Astral High are a four-piece Alternative rock band ready to blow your minds with their raw energetic sound and infectious melodies. Forming in 2022 in the picturesque landscapes of Gippsland Victoria, the band consists of Lead Guitarist/Vocalist Will Griffiths, Guitarist/Vocalist Julian Colantuono, Bassist Izaak Estandarte, and Drummer Joseph Nobile. Inspired by early 2000’s brit rock and Australia's Indie scene, Astral High brings together a one of a kind sound, capturing the spirit of finding love, identity and purpose.

The Clever References
What if Fleetwood Mac was also They Might Be Giants? THE CLEVER REFERENCES blend nostalgic melodies with quirky, brainy lyrics that make you laugh and think at the same time. They channel the emotional depth of classic rock while playfully subverting expectations with tongue-in-cheek wordplay. Their live shows are a rollercoaster of feels and fun, leaving you humming their hooks long after the music stops. Clever, catchy, and just a little chaotic, THE CLEVER REFERENCES are here to make you dance, laugh, and maybe even question reality—one song at a time.

blyss.
Hailing from the coastal shores of Surf Coast / Naarm, blyss. has emerged as a seriously dynamic force in the music scene, blending nostalgia with modernity to craft a sound uniquely their own. Comprised of Nick, Tristan, Nathan, and Bill, the four-piece band combines their diverse influences to create music that is as energetic as it is emotive.