Hello weekend, you've been missed dearly. If your week has been anywhere near as hectic as ours, we know you'll be dying to spend every waking moment of the weekend living it up. Here are some events happening this weekend that we think you ought to check out!

VIC

60 YEARS OF KIND OF BLUE @ 170 Russell - Fri 7 June

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue', local musical mastermind Ross James Irwin pays tribute to the seminal album, bringing together an 11-piece jazz orchestra tonight at 170 Russell.

DEAR SEATTLE @ Hotel Esplanade - Sat 8 June

Sydney's much loved Dear Seattle celebrate the release of their highly anticipated debut album 'Don't Let Go' live in the Gershwin Room of The Espy tomorrow night. Get amongst Dear Seattle and discover a depth and dimension to the music that you may not have expected.

NSW

KIM CHURCHILL WITH SPECIAL GUESTS @ Oxford Art Factory - Fri 7 June

Aussie troubadour and folk-rock singer-songwriter Kim Churchill is bringing his sweet serenading tunes to Oxford Art Factory tonight.

EZEKIEL OX @ The Vanguard - Sat 8 June

Ezekiel Ox is one of Australia's most prolific multidisciplinary artists. He's celebrating more than 20 years as a Musician, Songwriter, Entertainer and Activist this Saturday at The Vanguard. Fans expect to hear new releases from Superheist as well as tracks from his solo project.

SA

MANSIONAIR @ Lion Arts Factory - Fri 7 June

Indie electronic trio Mansionair is playing a special show tonight at Lion Arts Factory. The trio will also be joined by Sydney multi-instrumentalist Exhibitionist. Come celebrate the launch of their debut album Shadowboxer.

MCLAREN VALE SEA & VINES FESTIVAL @ Various Locations, McLaren Vale - Sat 8 to Mon 10 June

Excite your tastebuds this long weekend in SA's McLaren Vale wine region. McLaren Vale Sea & Vines Festival offers a range of experiences from winery tours to decadent degustation's crafted from local ingredients and even family-friendly events. If you're up for an adventure that involves some mighty delicious wines, then this is the festival for you!

BÖLZER @ Enigma Bar - Sat 8 June

Bask in true beauty and enlightenment with Swiss extreme metal band BÖLZER at Enigma Bar this Saturday. Are you ready for this?! We certainly are!

ACT

CROOKED COLOURS @ UC Refectory - Fri 7 June

Crooked Colours are bringing their unique electronic sound to UC Refectory tonight, bringing triple j faves Nyxen and Kayex along for the night. Enjoy tracks from their highly anticipated sophomore album Langata, as well as old faves.

WA

LUCY ROSE @ Freo.Social - Sat 8 June

UK folk artist Lucy Rose will be bringing her awe-inspiring live show to Freo.Social tomorrow night. Lucy will also be joined by local singer-songwriter, Ainslie Wills. Don't miss out on the melodic, and thought-provoking, sounds of Lucy Rose this Saturday!

DAVE MILROY & THE BOTTLENECK RAMBLERS @ Duke of George - Sun 9 June

Go on a journey through blues, soul and gospel music from the '20s through to the present with a special tribute to the women of the Blues at Duke of George this Sunday, thanks to Dave Milroy & the Bottleneck Ramblers.