Bar Oussou
The World Music House

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Nanga Def?
(How's it going?)

Bar Oussou represents a range of genres* primarily under the banner of World Music, engaging with musicians from diverse backgrounds, appealing to different audiences who love the experience of live music and culture. With our music programming, culture becomes an exchange, breaking the divide of difference and yet the integrity of difference is not compromised.

*afro-beat, jazz, jazz-tronica, Latin, broken jazz, ethno and euro influences, hip hop, reggae, funk, soul, experimental and more.

Wheelchair Accessible Venue

Upcoming Events

Standing Circle!
Thu, 02 Apr
Bar Oussou
Come see Larry Crestani's "Standing Circle" for impressive and soothing new jazz sounds. Free entry!
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Xpress Point
Thu, 02 Apr
Bar Oussou
Xpress Point is a Melbourne-based musical project led by Matthew Hayes, known for his work with bands like ZFE*X. Xpress Point draws inspiration from boogie music, vaporwave, downtempo, balearic, and funk breaks, with a focus on the sounds of the Korg M1 and Yamaha DX7 synthesizers.
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Kekoson!
Fri, 03 Apr
Bar Oussou
Get down to Oussou for some Cuban sounds this Good Friday!
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Calabash!
Sat, 04 Apr
Bar Oussou
Feel the vibes of African music with an awesome performance by Calabash, featuring a rich lineup of Kora, Balafon and Calabash.
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Koorie Afternoon!
Sun, 05 Apr
Bar Oussou
Uncle Teddy Chassells hosts Koorie Afternoon every Sunday at Bar Oussou from 3:30pm. A first-nations open mic with a warm community and awesome music! All are welcome to come feel the vibe and hear some beautiful storytelling and songwriting. Free entry! 3:30pm!
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Ausecuma Beats!
Sun, 05 Apr
Bar Oussou
Legends of Oussou, Ausecuma Beats are back with their dancing remedies of Afro beat!
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Conrad Henderson's Jazz Night
Mon, 06 Apr
Bar Oussou
Only the best jazz for your Monday evening. Free entry.
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Spoken Word
Tue, 07 Apr
Brunswick
🌺SPOKEN WORD @ BAR OUSSOU! 🌺 Hosted by MC Danksta Downunder, the format is OPEN MIC for all to join! Starts at 7:30pm every Tuesday!
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Open Mic & Jam!
Wed, 08 Apr
Bar Oussou
Oussou's infamous open mic and late night jam session: every Wednesday! All musical styles and performance types are welcome, and instruments are provided! Hosted by Jack Barrymore (guest host on the last Wednesday of each month), come at 6:30pm to sign up in person! Starts at 7pm, jam at 10:30!
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DMT Pancake
Thu, 09 Apr
Bar Oussou
DMT Pancake is bringing it’s 7-piece psychedelic symphony of Celtic funk to Bar Oussou. Prepare for a night of captivating whimsy featuring large amounts of audience interaction, a DMT Pancake performance is less a live music show and more akin to a ceremonial celebration of playfulness. Free Entry!
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The Djulbin Da's
Fri, 10 Apr
Bar Oussou
Flow state with The Djulbin Da's, experience fresh and impressive music for a smooth start to your weekend.
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Womaloya!
Fri, 10 Apr
Bar Oussou
Womaloya is a musical collaboration between Réunion Island and Australia. Katy Toave (voice, dance) and percussionist Maelle Phileas from the band SIMANGAVOLE are joined by composers Emily Sheppard (violin), Flora Carbo (saxophone), and Lily Appelt (bass).
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Rabid Hawk
Sat, 11 Apr
Bar Oussou
Nash Lee and Julien Wilson present Rabid Hawk, an intricate and rhythmic display of top tier jazz.
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Blak Roots!
Sat, 11 Apr
Bar Oussou
Soulful and fun, come and dance with William Kadima's Blak Roots!
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Oussou's Open Mic & Open Jam (Every Wednesday!)
Wed, 15 Apr
Bar Oussou
Get down to Bar Oussou for our legendary open mic and jam. Hosted by Jack (occasional guest hosts), Oussou brings the community together for the love of local music. All styles welcome, instruments provided, and fun improv jams at 10pm for everyone to enjoy. Starts at 7pm! Sign up in person only!
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Xpress Point
Thu, 16 Apr
Bar Oussou
Top tier jazz improv to entice your ears and move your body. Free entry!
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