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Hugo and the Hive, Jemzel & Karma Police – All Ages Live Show at Solbar These September School Holidays!

Hugo and the Hive, Jemzel & Karma Police Bring All-Ages Energy to Solbar – Sept 28!

Sunshine Coast, QLD – These September school holidays, Solbar is hosting an unmissable all-ages live music event on Sunday, 28th September at 2PM, showcasing three of the Sunshine Coast’s most exciting emerging acts: Hugo and the Hive, Jemzel, and Karma Police.

Whether you’re a local music lover or just looking for something epic to do during the holidays, this is your chance to witness the next wave of talent lighting up the scene — raw, real, and ready to take the stage.

The Lineup

Hugo and the Hive

Hailing from Gympie’s thriving school music scene, Hugo and the Hive are a queer indie-rock four-piece whose mix of emotional songwriting and bold live performance has earned them fans far beyond their hometown. With each member a strong songwriter in their own right, the band blends heartfelt vocals, sharp guitar riffs, and infectious rhythm with magnetic chemistry on stage. Their recent support slot for Full Flower Moon Band proves they’re ones to watch.

Jemzel

A Filipino-Australian alternative artist, Jemzel writes music that’s as personal as it is powerful. She started self-producing music at just 11 years old, and her viral hit “Tell Nobody” has already racked up over 700K streams on Spotify. Blending folk, rock, soul, and pop, Jemzel’s genre-bending sound and raw lyricism make her one of the most exciting new voices in the scene.

Karma Police

Winners of ‘Best Original Song’ at a recent Battle of the Bands, Karma Police bring grunge-inspired alt-rock and post-punk energy that belies their young age. Alumni of Katie Noonan’s Eumundi School of Music, they’re already sharing stages with some of Australia’s most iconic rock acts, including a support slot for The Superjesus later this year. Their debut single “Getaway” is a standout of their growing catalogue.

Event Info

Venue: Solbar, Ocean Street, Maroochydore
Date: Sunday, 28th September 2025
Time: 2PM (Doors open at 1:30PM)
Tickets: Available via Solbar

This is a family-friendly event perfect for the next generation of live music lovers. While Solbar does its best to keep volume levels safe, ear protection is recommended for little ones.

Don’t Miss It

With affordable tickets and a stacked lineup, this show is your front-row seat to the future of local music. Come support these rising stars and experience an afternoon of creativity, connection, and community.

Tag your crew, grab your tickets, and be there.
Let’s keep live music alive — from the ground up. 🎶

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