I don’t ask for much when Australia Day comes around. A sleep in, BBQ breaky, some tunes, and (most importantly, in my opinion) ice cold beer. This year, come Saturday January 25th, the Torquay Hotel is hosting A Nice Day To Go To The Pub again. Named for the song from legendary Cosmic Psychos, the day celebrates everything great about the Torquay, booze and fantastic live music. Those lucky enough to have gone last year might remember (but judging from the footage, many might not) killer bands, shoeys and schooners, and rubber thongs flying through the air.
Melbourne veteran punks Cosmic Psychos will headline again in 2020, ensuring screaming ears and insane moshing. If you don’t already know the Psychos, this will be them in their element: in a packed Aussie pub. Last year they had the audience climbing the rafters, so there’s no doubt that security will have their work cut out for them this year.
Private Function will also bring their fast-paced punk sound amid their ‘I’ve Been Radicalized Tour’. For those that haven’t heard these guys, they have a heavier, Dead Kennedys sound that is going come across especially live. Bitch Diesel, the female three-piece, will belt out their Aussie punk. Self-described as “a couple of broads chasing down fame and fortune in a liquor infused haze”, not much else needs to be said.
Geelong’s own The Living Eyes, who have a heavier, surf punk sound, will also make an appearance. Newcomers Mr. Teenage are also on the bill, their recent demo ‘Neighbourhood’ was recorded by Cosmic Psycho’s Dean Muller. The track is definitely worth checking out, with hints of The Ramones heard throughout. Chook & Moluck will also be DJing following the live music.
A kissing booth will also be running on the evening at $2 a kiss, with all proceeds going to the bushfire appeal. Doors open 7:30, January 25th and DJing will continue well after midnight. There are less than half of the final release tickets left for this gig, so don’t miss out. Tickets are available for $45 through Eventbrite.
If you’re looking for a great way to spend your January 25th, surrounded by great people, cold brews and banging bands in picturesque Torquay, don’t miss A Nice Day To Go To The Pub 2020.
Written by Thom Devereux