BEYOND CITY POP [w. Joel Rathdowne Records] 18.12

Playing Japanese Jazz & Electronic Pioneers & pouring premium Sake with Joel Shortman [Rathdowne Records], DJ Dallas + Bar Selecta.

A refined night of Japanese jazz, electronic pioneer sounds and deep-cut vinyl from one of Melbourne’s most respected collectors. Join us at Bar Selecta as Joel Shortman (Rathdowne Records) takes you Beyond City Pop — diving into late-Showa treasures spanning Kimiko Kasai, YMO, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Haruomi Hosono, Yukihiro Takahashi, and more.

The night begins with a warm-up set by DJ Dallas (6–8PM) before Joel guides a true Jazz-Kissa-inspired listening journey from 8PM onwards.

Your $25 ticket includes:
✔ Arrival Highball
✔ Sake of Your Choice
✔ Access to a one-night-only sake showcase featuring rare, premium pours curated by the Bar Selecta team.

Normal bar service runs all night — whisky, cocktails, snacks and the full Bar Selecta experience.

DETAILS

📅 Thu 18 December
⏰ 8PM–12AM (DJ Dallas from 6PM)
📍 Bar Selecta — Rear 717 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn
🎟 $25 — Arrival Highball + Sake of Your Choice
🍶 Special Sake Feature & Showcase
🔊 Audiophile listening experience.