a paradise for
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Live Music
Sunshine Coast
Norton Music Factory is an intimate live music venue located in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. We offer a variety of music genres, from rock and pop to country and blues.
We want to provide a fun and welcoming atmosphere for our guests. We want you to feel like you’re part of a community, and we want you to leave feeling inspired and entertained.
EXPERIENCE
Our live music events
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26
SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 @ 6.00pm
HIGH VOLTAGE
High Voltage – The AC/DC Experience returns on Saturday, September 26, bringing the raw power, blistering guitar solos and iconic anthems that made AC/DC one of the greatest rock bands of all time.
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02
OCTOBER 02, 2026 @ 6.30pm
WOODHILL
WOODHILL RETURN TO NORTON MUSIC FACTORY
Hailing from Cronulla in Sydney, WoodHill have built a reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting live rock acts. Their powerful mix of ’90s grunge influences, driving riffs and modern rock has earned them a loyal following, with packed headline shows and fans who keep coming back for more..
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9
OCTOBER 9, 2026 @ 5.00pm
YAMA FUNK FEST 2.0
Featuring KARAKA ORCHESTRA – THUMP- JAM & SCONES – PURE DATA – BIG IN JAPAN – DJ ABSTRACT HUMAN RADIO & ECO TONE + MC 8BALL AITKEN
One love. One groove. One nation under a groove.. Leading the charge is KARAKA ORCHESTRA, led by Argentinian composer and multi-disciplinary artist Chucho Bruno. Afrobeat, jazz, soul, Latin grooves and cinematic psychedelia collide in a completely improvised live experience. Chucho conducts the band in real time through a unique South American sign-language system — meaning no set list, no two shows the same, and no telling where the groove is going next. This is the SWEET SWEAT SET
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16
OCTOBER 16, 2026 @ 6.30pm
SKUNKHOUR
BACK TO BASICS 2026
Back to Basics sees the band do what they do best, playing their killer live repertoire of renowned innovative music, fused with infectious rhythm, compelling riffage, and vocal styling like no other band in the land.
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17
OCTOBER 17, 2026 @ 6.00pm
GUTTERMOUTH – One Last Time Farewell Tour
GUTTERMOUTH ANNOUNCE “ONE LAST TIME” FAREWELL TOUR
Guttermouth, the unapologetic, wise-cracking punk rock institution fronted by the one and only Mark Adkins, is heading back to Australia for what the band insists—cross their hearts and hope to die—is absolutely, triple-promise-the-last-time their final tour Down Under.
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23
OCTOBER 23, 2026 @ 6.30pm
WAVE RAIDERS – LEYLA SABO – PHOEBE ROSE
You’ll be watching them chase their dreams. Now get ready to experience them live.
Join us for one unforgettable night at Norton Music Factory featuring talented artists who have auditioned for this year’s The Voice Australia.
This special showcase brings together outstanding local talent, including Sunshine Coast favourites, Wave Raiders and Phoebe Rose, alongside Melbourne singer-songwriter Leyla Sabo.
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23
OCTOBER 31, 2026 @ 6.00pm
RIDE THE LIGHTNING – METALLICA TRIBUTE SHOW
Metallica fans — this one’s for you. The 40th Anniversary of MASTER OF PUPPETS.
Ride the Lightning return to Norton Music Factory on Saturday, October 31, bringing the riffs, power and sheer intensity of Metallica to one of the Sunshine Coast’s best live rooms. Ride the Lightning have been described online as “Australia’s finest rendition of Metallica” Expect a massive night loaded with Metallica classics — the crushing riffs, screaming solos and songs built to be played loud with a room full of fans. If you’ve never caught these guys before, now’s the time. If you have, you already know what’s coming.
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6
NOVEMBER 06, 2026 @ 6.30pm
RICK PRICE – CALL ON ME TOUR 2026
Australian music icon Rick Price returns to the stage with his Call On Me Tour, celebrating the release of “Call On Me”, the latest release from his acclaimed Hometown album. Best known for his timeless hits, unmistakable voice, and heartfelt songwriting, Rick Price has built a career spanning decades, earning a reputation as one of Australia’s most respected and enduring performers.
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07
NOVEMBER 07, 2026 @ 6.00pm
FSTARSHINE – FLEETWOOD MAC & STEVIE NICKS TRIBUTE
Experience the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks in a spectacular live concert that only STARSHINE can deliver. Fronted by US-born, former Las Vegas performer Nikki Canale, STARSHINE faithfully recreates the sound, style and spirit of one of the world’s most iconic bands. Featuring timeless classics including Dreams, Rhiannon, Landslide, Go Your Own Way, The Chain, Don’t Stop and more, every song is brought to life with exceptional musicianship, authentic costumes, captivating stage presence and rich vocal harmonies.
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13
NOVEMBER 13, 2026 @ 6.30pm
FANNY LUMSDEN HAS A NEW ALBUM TOUR
Fanny Lumsden has a new album(!) and now she and her band the Daddies are doing a new tour(!) to celebrate and play the songs exactly how they were recorded – LIVE! 2 x ARIA, 10 Golden Guitar, 3x AIR winning artist Fanny Lumsden’s fifth studio album out October 30, Traditions is a heartfelt collection of songs that marks a deeply resonant shift in Lumsden’s songwriting and has resulted in her boldest face first album yet.
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14
NOVEMBER 14, 2026 @ 6.00pm
DISCO REVOLUTION & DJ DIGGZ – The Ultimate Dance Party Experience
Get ready to step into a world where the lights are brighter, the beats hit harder, and the dance floor becomes pure electricity. This is not just a party — it’s a full-blown disco spectacular designed to ignite your soul and keep your body moving from the very first beat.
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21
NOVEMBER 21, 2026 @ 6.00pm
🔥 THE DECADE OF DECADENCE 🔥
Dellacoma Rio performs BON JOVI – 40 Years of Slippery When Wet
If you know the words to “Livin’ On A Prayer”, this night is for you.
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27
NOVEMBER 27, 2026 @ 6.00pm
DOLLY – THE TRIBUTE. A Celebration of the legend Dolly Parton
Get ready for a sparkling celebration of the music, magic and unmistakable style of the one and only Dolly Parton! Starring international performer and country queen Gemma Luxton*, backed by a sensational live band, this tribute brings Dolly’s legendary songbook to life in a night packed with huge hits, heartfelt classics and plenty of country charm. Sing along to favourites including Jolene, 9 to 5, Here You Come Again, Islands in the Stream and many more. Big songs. Big hair. Big heart. Grab your boots and get ready for a night of pure Dolly!
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18
DEC 18, 2026 @ 6.30pm
GRINDSTONE RANCH COUNTRY BAND
CALOUNDRA COUNTRY is back baby!!! Get ready for a full-blown country takeover as Grindstone Ranch Country Show rolls in for Volume 5 with one MASSIVE night of music, energy, and absolute chaos. This isn’t just another gig — this is a 4-hour, boot stompin’, beer spillin’, hands-in-the-air country PARTY.
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JAN 16, 2027 @ 6.00pm
LITTLE QUIRKS
LITTLE QUIRKS ANNOUNCE ‘She’s Wild’ SUMMER AUSTRALIANTOUR 2026/27
Australian Indie-rock powerhouse band, Little Quirks announce their upcomingSummer National Headline Tour to promote their new‘edgier and witchy’album,‘She’s Wild’.Little Quirks are ready to reign Australia’s music scene with their muchtalked-about, explosive, high-energy live shows across the country.
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