ORACLE NIGHTS - April Presents: Mearsy, Ezmarella and DJ Thensum curated by Grace Chia.

Welcome to the new monthly hip-hop nights at ALTAR. Every third Wednesday of the month come get aquatinted with some of Tasmania’s best underground hip-hop artists all for FREE!

Ezmarella, blends gritty psychedelic boombap with political messaging. A strong advocate for neurodiversity, Ezmarella’s single “Neurodivergent” is an anthem for autistic artists. She has played at music festivals including Synergy Arts and Music Festival and Multiverse Gathering. As well as local gigs like Pop Up Hip-Hop and Jaw Wide Open Mic. She is set to release her debut EP “Sunbeams” mid this year.

Mearsy writes all his lyrics with raw, honest emotion. He speaks on his experiences of being young and abused by the system. His song “For My Brothers” - an ode to incarcerated men struggling with their mental health has amassed over 86,000 views on YouTube. Since his release, Mearsy has been working hard on his music and using his experiences to shed light on his struggles and show a path out of the darkness.

ALTAR BAR
7pm
Free

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We acknowledge and respect the Palawa people as the traditional and ongoing owners of the skies, land, and water of Lutruwita. We pay our respects to their elders both past and present and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.

SAFE SPACE
We believe in safe and positive spaces where all people are welcome and respected. If you experience or see something that doesn’t look right, please report it to one of our friendly staff.

ACCESSIBILITY
Level access is available from 112 Murray Street via the black and white laneway leading to the Garden. There is one accessible toilet. There is braille signage and tactile ground surface indicators throughout the venue. Please contact us via info@altarhobart.com.au prior to the show day or speak to staff at In The Hanging Garden for assistance.