Ballarat’s Karova Lounge is a home away from home for many local musos, providing a platform for them to both perform and get noticed on. July 23, 2004 was the date the venue opened its doors to the public. Fast forward 14 years, and here we are, with things kicking along nicely for the Karova as they continue to be at the forefront of live music in Ballarat.
Probably Ballarat’s most iconic live music venues, this spot attracts some of Australia’s most renowned musicians and performers, including Okkervil River, Paul Dempsey, Birds of Tokyo, 360, Ben Kweller, Peking Duk, Josh Pyke, Ali Barter, Girl Talk, Wolfmother, You Am I, The Jezabels, Boy & Bear, Something for Kate, Art vs. Science, Set Mo, Augie March and Architecture in Helsinki. This past year alone they’ve seen the likes of Middle Kids, British India, DZ Deathrays, Thirsty Merc, King Parrot, Thundamentals, Nicole Millar, Pierce Brothers, Illy, Meg Mac and Crooked colours, just to name a few!
Not only has the venue played host to a seemingly endless list of Australian and international talent, Karova Lounge also prides itself of also promoting the local acts that are well on the way to making themselves known across the country, including the likes of Epicure, Yacht Club DJs, Hunting Grounds and Goldfields.
This year’s birthday celebration is set to take place on Saturday July 14, and so far will welcome Butterfunked, Dewey And The Panel Beaters, Wax Nomads and Barry Sunset to the stage – with more acts still to be announced.
That’s all the deets we know for now but we’ll keep you posted via out website with lineup updates and further announcements.
All you need to know now is that tickets are on sale, and regardless of anything, here’s to another decade of incredible live music, discovery and fun times at the Karova.
Happy birthday from Forte!
When & Where: Karova Lounge, Ballarat – July 14.
Tickets via karovalounge.oztix.com.au.