Music News: Tibi Access announce all-accessible Melbourne gig Groove Tunes

The event will feature performances by The Grogans, Matilda Pearl, Irene Zhong, Edward Roussac and Saint Ergo.

Melbourne based independent accessibility consultancy Tibi Access are thrilled to announce the arrival of their inclusive event, Groove Tunes in 2022. Taking place Saturday 19 March live from The Corner Hotel, the first instalment of Groove Tunes’ prospective annual event series will present a fun and accessible night of entertainment, highlighting the creativity and inclusivity of the disability community, while creating awareness to excel standards of accessibility in the music industry. The inaugural Groove Tunes lineup will be headlined by surf-rock trio The Grogans and Mermaid-meets-disco-ball rising star, Matilda Pearl with support from artists living with a disability Irene Zhong, Edward Roussac and Saint Ergo.

Tibi Access founder and Groove Tunes event manager, Dina Bassile is a passionate advocate for inclusivity and accessibility in the music industry. As a person who uses a wheelchair, Dina has lived experience of the Australian music industry’s gaps in accessibility, and created Tibi as a necessary means to change the landscape of live music, events and venues for the better. At the core of Tibi is a spirit of inclusivity and a will to open up gigs and events of all sizes to everyone. Tibi does this by recognising and removing barriers faced by people with disabilities.

Showcasing some of Melbourne's best artists, Groove Tunes will provide access to musicians who live with disability to showcase their work, as well as give punters with disability and their friends and family the opportunity to experience an inclusive, anxiety-free night out.

Tibi Access looks forward to playing a part in paving the way in changing the landscape of live music, events and venues so all Victorians can have an equitable and enjoyable experience. Do not miss this celebration of inclusivity and diversity in one of the most iconic venues in the live-music capital of the world, when Groove Tunes takes over the Corner Hotel on Saturday 19 March 2022. Early Bird tickets are on sale now, so don’t delay!

Groove Tunes
Saturday 19 March 2022
The Corner Hotel, Richmond
Featuring The Grogans, Matilda Pearl, Irene Zhong, Edward Roussac, Saint Ergo
*all artists in bold italic are artists who identify as living with disability

Tickets on sale now!
Early Bird – $40 +BF
General Admission – $55 +BF
Companion Tickets – free for companion card holders
Pay It Forward (Buy a ticket for someone in the disability community) – $45
Tickets via cornerhotel.com

Inclusive Event Features
Accessible signage
Auslan interpreters
Accessible website
In venue access ramps and lowered bar access
On stage lyric videos
Printed braille tickets
Sensory zone and sensory packs