

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: OLD Vs NEW  The Evolution of the Sound Event
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 am (+11:00)
- **Event Description**: 2013–2026: every year a new Amapiano era. From township roots to global stages. We’re exploring them all. Which era are you rocking with?About this Event🎟️ OLD VS NEW – The Evolution of the Sound🎶🔥📅 Date: March 28, 2026📍 Locations: Bourke Street Courtyard Melbourne, AustraliaOLD VS NEW is a journey through the evolution of South African dance music.From the raw underground drums of Gqom, to the global rise of Amapiano, and into the futuristic rhythms shaping the sound today — this night traces every era that built the culture.Each phase of the night represents a different chapter.Phase I — The Roots (2013–2018)Gqom &amp; Afro HouseThe night begins with the underground Durban sound.Raw percussion, dark energy and heavy drums that laid the foundation for everything that followed.Phase II — The Dawn (2019–2021)Classic AmapianoThe era that changed everything.Soulful piano chords, jazzy melodies and the powerful log drum that defined the early Amapiano movement.Phase III — The Evolution (2022–2024)Private School &amp; Commercial AmapianoThe sound becomes deeper and more refined.Smooth melodies, soulful grooves and the rise of the Private School sound alongside chart-topping vocal anthems.Phase IV — The Future (2025–Now)3-Step &amp; Tech FusionThe next chapter of the culture.Stripped-back 3-step rhythms, tech influences and experimental sgubhu sounds pushing Amapiano into the future.BATTLE OF THE DRUMSTo truly bring the Old vs New concept to life, the night will feature a special “Battle of the Drums” moment.A veteran Gqom DJ and a modern 3-Step producer will go back-to-back, showing how the heavy percussion of the old Durban sound evolved into the hypnotic rhythms shaping Amapiano today.The ExperienceWe start with the roots.Move through the classics.Ride the smooth Soft Life wave.And finish in the future of the sound.By the end of the night, you won’t just feel like you went to a party.You’ll feel like you experienced the evolution of a movement.Spread the word, invite your friends, and let's create unforgettable memories at THE BEAT AFRO MUSIC FESTIVAL! 🌍🎶💃NB: All sales are final, and the organizer does not offer any money-back guarantees.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ca764d30-252e-11f1-8500-4f0c3b0bf48e-rimg-w555-h740-dc942731-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/old-vs-new-the-evolution-of-the-sound-event/100001984615817334
- **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.19, max: 75.43, currency: AUD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Melbourne
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Bourke Street Courtyard
- **lat**: -37.8168528
- **long**: 144.9552468
- **full address**: Bourke Street Courtyard, 629 Bourke St, Melbourne, Australia

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 10
- **organizer**: THE BEAT Afro Music Festival (https://allevents.in/org/the-beat-afro-music-festival/22749554)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm (+11:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Bourke Street Courtyard, 629 Bourke St, Melbourne, Australia
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 17.19 up to 75.43 AUD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** THE BEAT Afro Music Festival
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Entertainment, Music, Festivals
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about OLD Vs NEW  The Evolution of the Sound Event ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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