Friday's Live Music Line-up
From funky house to uplifting choirs, Friday night at the Waterfront Festival will be a non-stop celebration of music and community. Get ready to lose yourself in the groove with Sneaky Sound System headlining an electrifying line-up that will have you dancing well after the sun sets.
Your weekend celebrations start at 5pm on Friday 7 February. Grab your mates, a colourful cocktail, some delicious treats and get your glitter glam on for the beach party you didn't know you needed.
Sneaky Sound System
Since their explosive debut in 2006, Sneaky Sound System has been a force in the dance music scene. Known for iconic tracks like UFO, Pictures, and I Love It, the duo—Miss Connie and producer/DJ Angus McDonald—have built an impressive career with ARIA wins, international acclaim, and chart-topping hits. From their #1 UK smash It’s Not My Problem to Can’t Help the Way That I Feel, their music continues to dominate. Their legendary Sneaky Sundays parties have also cemented their place in the global dance scene, with sold-out shows and festival sets around the world.
Catch them live at the Waterfront Festival, where their blend of house, disco, and groove-laden beats will have you dancing all night. Get ready for an unforgettable performance as Sneaky Sound System proves once again why they are a festival mainstay!
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Sunshine and Disco Faith Choir
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Sunshine and Disco Faith Choir bring their unique fusion of house, techno, and gospel to the Waterfront Festival!
Born in Melbourne in 2016, this powerhouse collective blends infectious club beats with the uplifting energy of a 12-piece gospel choir, creating a vibe that’s pure dancefloor salvation. Led by renowned DJ/producer Sunshine, whose love for the dancefloor fuels their mission to unite and uplift, the Disco Faith Choir delivers high-energy performances that will have your heart soaring.
Known for igniting crowds with their anthemic sound, they’ve taken dancefloors by storm, and they’re bringing that same fiery passion to the Waterfront Festival. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the gospel of Disco Faith—whose soaring harmonies and feel-good vibes will lift your spirit and get your feet stomping.
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Amaru Tribe
Prepare for an unforgettable musical journey as Amaru Tribe hits the stage at the Waterfront Festival! This electrifying folktronic ensemble, based in Naarm/Melbourne, blends the vibrant sounds of Colombia, Chile, and Australia with electronic beats and traditional folkloric instruments like Charango, Gaitas, and Tambora. Their unique fusion of heritage and modern sound has captivated global audiences, from major festivals like Womadelaide and Bluesfest to international tours in the USA, Colombia, Thailand, and Taiwan.
Three-time nominees at the Music Victoria Awards for Best Intercultural Act, Amaru Tribe's live shows are a deeply immersive experience, creating a powerful, universal connection with audiences. Don’t miss their soul-stirring performance at the Waterfront Festival—where their dynamic, boundary-defying music will transport you to another world!
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Coco Michelle
Get ready for a journey through emotion and sound with Coco Michelle at the Waterfront Festival! Hailing from the Mornington Peninsula, this indie pop/rock artist has a unique blend of folk, alternative, and pop influences. Coco’s music is crafted with raw emotion—writing heartfelt songs on her trusty guitar "Eddy," then transforming them into vibrant, groovy tracks in the studio.
Her latest release, One Long Day On Venus, is a captivating rock ballad filled with heartbreak, spacey vibes, and haunting harmonies, telling the story of a girl navigating inner loneliness in outer space. With a band now in tow, Coco is bringing a dynamic live set that’ll have you dancing while tapping into your deepest emotions.
Describing her sound as “intergalactic,” “enthusiastic,” and a little “sarcastic,” Coco Michelle’s performance is set to bring energy, authenticity, and plenty of groovy moments to the Waterfront stage. Don't miss it!
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