MERCY PLEASE / FIONNUALA KEITH / MAXINE GILLON @ THE EVELYN HOTEL OCT 3RD [ PRESENTED BY HAPPY TAPES ]

MERCY PLEASEHowling brass and electronic psychedelia peppered on top of a rock n roll beat, Mercy Please reflects the blues into the modern age. They have quickly built a reputation for their powerful live shows — a mix of soaring vocals, gyrating grooves, and an undeniable energy that fills the room.After cutting their teeth around town with the likes of Vanessa Worm, Clamm, Who Cares? and many more, this is their first headline gig.MAXINE GILLONMelbourne-based artist Maxine Gillon has made a name for herself through her accomplished songwriting, intricate guitar work, and lush production arrangements.Her sound draws from 80’s Australiana, folk rock, western twang, and dream pop, creating an inimitable blend that’s all her own. Maxine’s debut EP Ultra Lounge (2022) and singles Lipstick, Venus of Brunswick East (2024) & The Last Time (2025) have showcased her ability to fuse emotive lyricism with distinctive guitar virtuosity. Her debut album; 'Girl. Songs', due for release on October 23rd 2025.Having shared the stage with artists like Jen Cloher, Underground Lovers, and Party Dozen, Maxine’s music transcends genres, blending her personal experiences with universal emotions. She has also collaborated with alternative music luminaries such as Jonnine Standish (HTRK) and Lindy Morrison (The Go-Betweens), which has further embedded her in the Australian alternative music sceneFIONNUALA KEITHFionnuala Keith is a Westside born and bred singer-songwriter whose music blends folk traditions with contemporary storytelling. With a voice that is both fragile and commanding, she crafts songs rooted in honesty, intimacy, and emotional depth.Her 2025 debut EP With Child introduced listeners to a world of reflective lyricism and delicate arrangements. Standout tracks like In the Hearts of Men and My Bed showcase her gift for weaving vulnerability into melodies that fly around your cranium like doles of doves navigating their way home. Her live gigs feel personal, unguarded, and deeply resonant. She is a personal hero of ours.