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The Ultimate Gig Guide (TUGG) tracks the history of the live music scene in Melbourne from organised dance hall events, to discos and the thriving pub music scene of today.

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12 years, 10 months ago: The gig Upp @ Exchange Hotel on Friday, May 25 1973 was added.

12 years, 8 months ago: The gig Virgo @ Hosies Hotel on Friday, Jan 14 1972 was added.

12 years, 10 months ago: The gig Billy Thorpe and the Aztecs, Carnival @ International Hotel on Friday, Aug 3 1973 was added.

12 years, 10 months ago: The gig Daddy Cool @ Shelter on Sunday, Apr 25 1971 was edited.

12 years, 10 months ago: The gig Wendy Saddington and others @ Shelter on Saturday, Apr 17 1971 was edited.

12 years, 10 months ago: The gig Jimmy Cook Syndicate @ Rendevous Lounge on Wednesday, Jul 8 was added.