It’s been eight months since Australia-based digital maestro Opiuo surprised followers together with his unforgettable sold-out Pink Rocks Amphitheatre efficiency and slightly below three months since he launched his dwell music marvel, Opiuo & The Opulent Orchestra.
Spanning 19 whole tracks, the digital album boasts 16 electrifying orchestral preparations seamlessly married to the celebrated producer’s iconic funk-infused basslines, recorded dwell from his headlining Pink Rocks Amphitheatre extravaganza final Could. Whereas everyone seems to be on the market making an attempt to do “the very best new factor,” there’s definitely one thing to be stated for mixing previous and new — infusing hard-hitting digital beats with the traditional, dwell compositions of symphony musicians.
The defining dwell album is the prelude to an thrilling yr forward for Opiuo, who noticed certainly one of his busiest years so far in 2023. The producer basically noticed many of the previous 12 months spent promoting out venues throughout america, all of the whereas specializing in conducting 22 musicians for his premiere Pink Rocks present. For the primary half of 2024, the producer be again in his dwelling nation of Australia.
To arrange for Opiuo’s homebound return to Down Underneath, he’s constructed a customized information on the place to remain, eat, and get together in certainly one of his favourite cities on the earth, Melbourne.
“Melbourne is filled with a lot surprise, grit, vibe, and attraction,” Opiuo informed Uproxx. “It’s dwelling to so many nationalities and cultures, one thing that makes it certainly one of my favourite cities on the earth. Folks doing so many alternative artistic issues, the colourful avenue artwork, a vibrant life! It’s all there, and it’s all to be found and explored.”
Greatest Place To Sleep & Keep
When in Melbourne I’m often staying with buddies however on the occasional staying-out journey I seize an Airbnb in Fitzroy. Its a suburb near town however surrounded by many bars and cafes. Simple strolling distance to numerous good locations or bounce on a tram to get additional.
Its often bustling and loads of buying if that’s your factor!
Greatest Place to Hydrate within the Morning
I’m an absolute sucker for a terrific double shot flat white [a flat white is less frothy than a traditional cappuccino, has less milk than an American-style latte, and has more milk and froth than a tiny cortado]. Nobody does it higher than Plug Nickel on Peel St in Collingwood. Good clean texture and scrumptious espresso! The cafe is a superb place to hold.
In addition they have a bar that’s open within the evenings and serve a scrumptious breakfast bun. I’m hooked!
Greatest Breakfast/Bunch Spot
Melbourne has so many cafes that there are actually one million unimaginable breakfast spots. If I needed to choose one at this time it’s Brief Spherical in Thornbury. I like their jalapeño folded omelet with goat feta. It’s scrumptious and all the time completely cooked. Sharp, contemporary, spicy, but clean. So good!
Greatest Daytime Hangout
Can’t go previous an excellent day hold in Edinburgh Gardens in Fitzroy North. I’ve spent so many sunny days on this park. Whether or not it’s partying, chilling, consuming, sporting, skating, or listening to music. It’s all the time full of epic vibes. A lot of good meals not too distant for when the stomach rumbles.
Additionally love an excellent wander across the Nationwide Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Typically some actually superior exhibitions on. Altering commonly. Love some colourful inspiration from there.
Greatest Place for Mid-Day Snack Seize
A favourite pub for lunch must be Edinborough Fortress on Sydney Highway in Brunswick. I often get the Kangaroo Steak or a lighter salad. Nice dirty, informal ambiance. Pubs are a gem of Australia usually and an superior spot to only hold with buddies all afternoon!
Tastiest Dinner Spot
You could try Future Future in Richmond. My favorite Japanese restaurant in Australia I’d say! Futuristic menu, full of scrumptious objects. I’m all the time blown away by the flavors and presentation. The vibe is subsequent to none too.
Nice drinks and loads of completely different rooms to dine in. Sitting in entrance of the chef is epic to see all of it come collectively and to your plate.
Nightlife Scene
My favourite venue to play and in addition go see reveals is The Discussion board within the metropolis. The power on this room is immense. Tremendous excessive ceilings full with gargoyles and castle-like buildings make it really feel otherworldly. I’ve seen some mind-blowing performances there, and in addition carried out with my Syzygy Orchestra. An actual venue.
Late at evening I’d go to one of many smallest venues within the metropolis “QQQ St. Park” in Collingwood. I’d say round 100 individuals match however holy shit the sound system is subsequent stage. They’re very new, however they e book nice underground digital music. And when it’s in an intimate setting like that, it’s the very best!
