At one end of Northcote’s popular High Street strip sits the Northcote Social Club, which is part-owned by the folk behind Richmond’s Corner Hotel. The band room here is smaller than The Corner, which means it is perfect for acts with a more modest sensibility. You won’t be bothered by view-wrecking giant pillars or sweaty crowds (as much) here, but you’ll still get to see some great music.

Similar to the East Brunswick Club in both atmosphere and history, the former Commercial Hotel was given new life in 2004 with a makeover, a new focus on live music, and name change. It must be doing something right, as in only five years of existence it’s made quite a bit out of the Northcote Social Club name. This is where the indie fans and Melbourne music media hang out when they want a no fuss experience.