MESS Shows

MESS live shows celebrate the immense breadth of electronic music, offering audiences unforgettable performances that span styles, eras, and approaches.

From the octaphonic splendour of Sonorous to the collaborative energy of the MESS Synthesiser Orchestra, these events provide a platform for showcasing creativity at its peak. Whether it’s unique festival presentations or studio resident showcases, MESS live shows reflect the rich diversity and boundless possibilities of electronic sound.

Upcoming Shows

MESS Residents Reveal

sally ann mcintyre and Sachin de Silva, Miscellania, June 26th, 2025

Sonorous XI

David Chesworth and Gail Priest, Melbourne Recital Centre, 2025

Previous Shows

Past Show

Studio Residency Showcase

babyxxan and SKNOW, Miscellania, 2024. Supported by the City Of Melbourne

Sonorous IX

Jannah Quill and Joel Ma, Melbourne Recital Centre, 2024

MESS Residents Reveal

Tiffany Alwis and Tyler Wilay, Miscellania, 2023

Sonorous VIII

Monica Lim and Naretha Williams at The Substation, 2023

MESS Synthesiser Orchestra, led by STATHIS//DAVEY//KIM

Presented by Now or Never, Melbourne Town Hall, 2023

Sonorous VII

Jonnine Nokes and Katerina Stathis at The Substation, 2023

Tone Temple at Voltage

A tower of synths that hums to its own tune. In Partnership with the Naomi Milgrom Foundation, 2023.

Voltage Live

Aarti Jadu, e fishpool, Maria Moles, Polito & Ollie Cox, R.Rebeiro at former Richmond Power Station. In Partnership with the Naomi Milgrom Foundation, 2023.