THE DARK ARTS ACADEMY

The underground’s coming alive in Brisbane. THE DARK ARTS ACADEMY festival brings together 14 of Australia’s rawest, hardest, and most unfiltered voices in dark trap, emo rap, and trap metal — all throwing down live at the legendary Crowbar. Expect heavy 808s, distorted rage, dark fantasy bars, mosh energy, and a full night of chaos and angst. 

From shadowy melodies to face-melting beats, this isn’t your average rap night — it’s the darker side of the scene taking center stage.

💀 Lineup: 14 artists deep (with special guests) — featuring rising names and cult favorites from the local underground.

🎧 Sounds: Dark trap • Emo rap • Trap metal • Experimental hip-hop

⚡ Vibe: Loud. Raw. Unapologetic.

⏰ Time & Date: January 3rd 2026 

from 4:00pm - 12:00am 

📍Location: CrowBar Brisbane, 711 Anne Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006 

🎟️ Tickets: $15 Presale available via : 

$25 at the door 
 

YUNG YIDAKI
unklehaz
Kowa Mirai
DIGGY RTF 
$maGe
WIZDUMB
Hell Zen 
$timp
KURTCXCXINE 
Skorn & Gordz1 (KND) 
PYGMY THE POET 
$cabs
Eskii Jxnes 
NIGHTSXRA

Come through, lose yourself in the noise, and witness the new wave of the DOWNUNDERGROUND. This is an event you DO NOT WANT TO MISS! 

Let’s kick another trash year off with some madness! 🩻🧙🏼‍♂️🏴‍☠️

(This event has been brought to you by Broken Pieces Productions, Third Eye Shit Magazine & Children of the Moon Records)