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In true Riffs & Fuzz fashion we’ve accidentally put way too much on our plate… so now we’re serving it up to you.

A stacked day lineup taking over The Balcony May 30 supporting You Have A Friend a fully volunteer-run charity helping people experiencing homelessness across the South Gold Coast and Northern Rivers.

DOORS 2:30PM
MAY 30 • THE BALCONY, COOLY HOTEL
TICKETS IN BIO

Temperate are bringing big riffs, powerhouse vocals and a fresh energy of Aussie rock to FULL PLATE this Saturday May 30

Roadtripping up from Coffs Harbour to the coast, the band have been turning heads with their explosive live shows and infectious energy. Already sharing stages with the likes of Tones And I, Pacific Avenue, Surf Trash and The Moving Stills, you do not want to miss them at your local before they start taking charge of the bigger stages!

Catch them at FULL PLATE • May 30 at The Balcony, Cooly Hotel
Second release tickets moving fast. Link in bio

Took a trip down south to support a bunch of incredible people playing their part of bringing the community together yet again!

Dodgeball until sunset then a bunch of bands. What an unreal way to spend our Saturday.

@clublennoxsports @themessyfuzz @spangleddrongobrewing

FULL PLATE is delivering a seriously tasteful lineup to the Goldy this Saturday May 30 at The Balcony, Cooly

This one’s stacked from top to bottom with some of the best up and coming bands around.

FIRST RELEASE SOLD OUT
SECOND RELEASE SELLING FAST.

COASTAL SOCIAL VOL.4 
THU JUNE 11 at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse
Cheap tickets. Live bands. FREE pool. BBQ for charity.

FEATURING:
@jolleemusic 
@ollietwohillmusic 
@wildrocketband 
@da_manager_ 
@the_granniesmyths

$10 GA • $5 Student Tickets 

Built to back the next wave of local artists and keep the scene alive.

Presented by @mosdesertclubhouse and @riffsforareason
With our friends at @drink_coastals @themessyfuzz @flamingheartrecords

This 6/06/26 a night of Heavy 💀 Punk 💀 Metal is taking over @mosdesertclubhouse

Joins us to celebrate our first edition of @666fest with this special lineup !!!
@johnnyandthecsections -ep release
@stenchpit
@myfriendchloe
@pityvincentband
@zenithband__
@thelocalromance
@___sindicate___
@eyesiteband

Plus!!!
Art & tattoos by @disaikner
Markets
fire dancers
Tarot readings
Dj after party

Key info:
Where : @mosdesertclubhouse
6/36 Central dr, Burleigh he Heads QLD
When : 6 June 2026
What time: doors 2pm
* Tickets in bio 🎟️ ( current release almost sold out )
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*This fest is made to bring together the community and creatives within the local music community, featuring bands from across Gold Coast, Brisbane and Northern NSW. Part of our raised funds support Australian charities and grassroots communities.

MAY 30 • FULL PLATE
A band that would’ve fit right into the golden age of Australian pub rock, Salty Season are bringing big riffs, driving rhythms and the kind of live energy built for packed rooms and loud singalongs.

Catch them at FULL PLATE • May 30 @thebalconycoolangatta

TICKETS MOVING FAST. LINK IN BIO

BALCONY BASH VOL.2 IS TONIGHT!
There is about to be absolute chaos in Cooly.

7PM DOORS
THE BALCONY • COOLY HOTEL

FEATURING:
@thegoodkids__
@offjudy
@biginjapan_band
@thelipsticksband
@dreemweeverband
@the_bleeding_lizards

Presented by Riffs For A Reason & Messy Fuzz
Partnered with our good mates @__u4ia 
Raising funds + awareness for For Kids In Care

BALCONY BASH VOL.2 IS TONIGHT!
There is about to be absolute chaos in Cooly.

7PM DOORS
THE BALCONY • COOLY HOTEL

FEATURING:
@thegoodkids__
@offjudy
@biginjapan_band
@thelipsticksband
@dreemweeverband
@the_bleeding_lizards

Presented by Riffs For A Reason & Messy Fuzz
Partnered with our good mates @__u4ia 
Raising funds + awareness for For Kids In Care

A reminder this is what your nights can look like when you actually get out and support live music!

Good people, local bands, free pool and a packed room. The Gold Coast scene is alive… you just gotta show up for it.

At $5 student tickets + $10 GA there’s honestly no excuse not to come down.

Next Coastal Social @mosdesertclubhouse • June 11
Lineup dropping soon ❤️

FIRST RELEASE ALMOST SOLD OUT! 🍒

Nana’s Pie next Saturday May 30
Taking over The Balcony for FULL PLATE with a stacked lineup of live bands from start to finish.

FEATURING:
Nana’s Pie
Vinted Vineer
Temperate
Mum’s Cardigan
Salty Season
Gilli & The Fishies
Tickets To Space
PEP
Sierra
May 30 • The Balcony, Coolangatta Hotel

Vinted Vineer joining the FULL PLATE lineup next SATURDAY • MAY 30 🍽️🍒

After their recent album release, these guys have developed an appetite to give their fans a hell of a show.

Their sets are dynamic, immersive and layered. Their sound continues to level up with every performance. Ummmm, we’ll take a full serve of that.

MAY 30 • THE BALCONY, COOLY HOTEL
TIX IN BIO

Vinted Vineer joining the FULL PLATE lineup next SATURDAY • MAY 30 🍽️🍒

After their recent album release, these guys have developed an appetite to give their fans a hell of a show.

Their sets are dynamic, immersive and layered. Their sound continues to level up with every performance. Ummmm, we’ll take a full serve of that.

MAY 30 • THE BALCONY, COOLY HOTEL
TIX IN BIO

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne

Hey, I’m Tiarne the person behind Riffs For A Reason.

I’ve always loved music and the feeling of watching it live. There’s honestly nothing else like being in a packed room full of strangers all connected by the same moment.

For most of my life I felt like I was constantly on 1000 side quests trying to figure out where I fit. I’ve always needed something creative, chaotic and community driven to keep me occupied. I guess I would say I get a thrill off living life on the edge…

Whether it’s through the disability community I work closely with, creative art nights, community events or now live music events I’ve always loved bringing people together.

From a young age I’ve always felt deeply connected to people who don’t have what I’ve been fortunate enough to have. I’ve always been the type of person to help where I can and I used to sit around constantly wondering how the hell I could do more for people struggling around me.

That’s why I started Riffs For A Reason.
Every email, gig post, DM, run sheet, almost every artwork, every meeting, setup day and every late night figuring out logistics and somehow making these events work… this is the person behind it all.

I run this by myself, but without the incredible community and network around me, none of this would actually be possible.

What started as an idea has now turned into a growing community project powered by live music, creativity and people wanting to support something bigger than themselves.

Since starting, 68 bands, 350 musicians not including the countless creatives it takes to bring these events to life, have played a huge part in helping raise money and awareness for causes supporting child victims of domestic violence and neglect, people needing stem cell donors, people experiencing homelessness and more causes still in the works.

Riffs completely relies on the community to back this project. Every ticket bought, every band that says yes, every artist, photographer, venue, sponsor and every single person sharing posts or showing up to gigs helps keep this alive.

The more support this community gives, the more impact we can create together.

Thank you for all the support 🫶🏼
Tiarne