THE FIVE BEST MUSIC EVENTS

THIS MONTH

5 Listen Conference 2016: Feminist Futures The conference invites musicians, music industry workers and listeners to engage in discussion on feminism, creativity, performing, and more. This year’s central theme is Feminist Futures. à Bella Union, Lvl 1, Trades Hall, 54 Victoria St, Carlton South 3053. www.listenlistenlisten.org/conference. Fri noon; Sat, Sun 10am. $30-$72. Oct 14-16.

3 Stranger Things Halloween Supersmall have dug into Jonathan Byers’ record stash (“all the best stuff...joy Division, Bowie, Television, Smiths”) for a synthheavy Halloween party. Dress like the kids of Stranger Things and in honour of Barb (RIP) there’s a $100 bar tab for best costume. à Supersmall Club, 147 Commercial Rd, South Yarra 3141. www.facebook.com/ events/1712708088980165. 9pm. $6.22. Sun Oct 30.

4 The Panics The Australian stalwarts bring their multilayered compositions to Howler this October, following the release of their fifth studio album, Hole in the Head. Expect cinematic soundscapes injected with themes of suburbia, racism, community displacement and climate change. à Howler, 7-11 Dawson St, Brunswick 3056. h-w-l-r.com. 7pm. $25. Sat Oct 15.

2 Nai Palm The Grammy-nominated artist, frontwoman and guitarist for Melbourne band Hiatus Kaiyote plays a rare solo show, delivering her acclaimed blend of funk, hip-hop, RNB and jazz. She’ll perform songs from Hiatus Kaiyote’s back catalogue alongside her own material as well as choice cover versions. à Kew Court House, 188 High St, Kew 3101. kewcourthouse.com.au. 8pm. $25$69. Fri Oct 28.