Doors 7.30pm
Undeniably infectious and impeccably pieced together, ‘Year of the Dog’ is a journey into an absurdist childhood dream. Created with long time collaborator, Jol Mulholland at the famed Lab Studios, who co-produced the track with O’Leary. Year of the Dog is dominating the alternative radio charts and receiving stellar support from RNZ , RollingStone AU/NZ and NZ media.
O’Leary, known for her eclectic writing and arrangements, presents her latest release, following in the well paved footsteps of her breakthrough debut album ‘River Dark’. Released to great acclaim in 2025, a Top 10 Aotearoa Album Chart & numerous #1 SRN & alt radio airplay charts, the album clearly established O’Leary as a rising figure in Aotearoa’s varied musical landscape.
While her debut River Dark took the listener on a tender and reflective path, ‘Year of the Dog’ does the opposite, galloping out the gate, not looking back.
‘Year of the Dog’ is animal spirit, it’s racing forwards and upwards, fast and free. It's renewal’
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If you're feeling hungry after your gig at Whammy Bar, be sure to check out Lord of the Fries, just around the corner, for some delicious fries and other vegetarian and vegan-friendly fast food options.
Getting there
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There is a bus stop located directly outside the arcade and if you're driving, there are several parking options in the surrounding area, including metered street parking and paid parking lots. Just look for the arcade entrance on K'Road, and you'll find Whammy Bar nestled inside.
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