Enigma Bar

FINAL THOUGHTS

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the hundreds who joined us for our last night at Enigma Bar.
Your overwhelming presence and the flood of Facebook posts and emails touched us deeply.
The lineup for the bar stretched down Hindley Street, and by the night's end, the bar was 99% dry.

The conversations reverberated with tales of great times, bands, friendships forged, partners found, and life-changing moments experienced within Enigma's walls.

For me, personally, it was an incredible experience connecting with our community and those who frequented Enigma over the last 25 years.
The impact our venue had on performers and patrons alike was humbling,enigma provided a haven and refuge that many sought but couldn't find elsewhere. It's heartening to hear stories of individuals breaking free from their shells and finding confidence and impacting their future endeavors in life and work.

Over the past 24 years, working on the door and inside the venue has been like a journey through time. Witnessing different generations, varied fashions, attitudes, and diverse age groups has been an amazing experience.
Running this venue has been a two-way street, a constant lesson in learning and growth.

While we could fill a book with the mishaps and challenges faced, we managed to navigate through most of them relatively unscathed. But I'll bring this epilogue to a close, though it wouldn't be complete without expressing gratitude to some individuals and companies who've been pivotal, although the list is far from exclusive.

ON THE NIGHT

• Rino, Willow, Amelia, Don, and Priscilla (for their invaluable support during the final night)
• DJs Jed, Immersion, and Vampiri # # #
• Short Galligan, Plague Keeper, and Shadow Monarchy

• Danny
My days before enigma at cartoons and the the venue

• Rod, Chung, Cat, Mark, Paul, Jorge, Stewart, and James
Enigma fit out and early years

• Con, Anna, Paul, Stewart, Mark, Jorge, Cheap Tradies, and Friends

• Family, Mum, Big Doug (glad he came Friday)
• All the staff who contributed to our unique culture (for making the atmosphere vibrant and crazy)
• Rino (for enduring my ups and downs), Ian (for a lifetime's dedication at Enigma), PA Doug, Wayne (ex-Fowlers), Marty (internet dude, well it may or may not work), Craig from Underground Records (for leaving his clockwork orange poster for 24 years), Matt (Computer Dude), Jay (kept us treading water, ex-Walsh St Rehearsal Studios), Paul Belial (maybe some spiritual guidance, but on the other hand, he borrowed us some stuff), Terry (RIP), Andy J (over many years), Derringers (backline), Bob Manera and family (cut us a lot of slack, Haggle Company), Brew Factory (trusted us), SA Police and Liquor Licensing (treated us fairly all the years we traded), The Rockford (past and present GMs who put up with us), Enfield Glass, Alan (A-Z Fire), Rick (West End), B Frank Insurance, Chloe (great bar work), Speedy (Classic Bar), Thalia (great bar there on Fri till end of drinks classic), Fraser (great electrician), Kym (hair metal), and All The Friends I Forgot To List (you know who you are)

The HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WHO LIVED AT ENIGMA, POPPED IN FOR A DRINK, AND THOSE WHO JUST CAME IN TO HAVE A LOOK AT SOMETHING THEY HAD NEVER EXPERIENCED

Warmest regards,

Eric Ott
Enigma Bar

Friday Last Drinks At Enigma Tomorrow 17/11
We Are Happy To Announce The Following Acts Playing At Enigma Bar

Short Gilligan
Plague Keeper
Shadow Monarchy

Plus
DJs DeJJed,Immersion & Vampiri # # #

Drink Specials All Night
Give Aways
Enigma Memorabillia
Free Entry
Downstairs Stage 18+ only
Doors at 8pm

Dear Enigma Bar Community,

It is with mixed emotions that we share some important news about the future of Enigma Bar.

After an incredible 24 years of live music, community, and so many
unforgettable moments, we have made the difficult decision to close the
doors of Enigma Bar. This decision has not been taken lightly, and it
comes as a result of the increasing challenges posed by rising running
costs, including rent, electricity, and insurance. Additionally, the
complexities of securing diverse acts, whether local, international, or
interstate, have become more pronounced over time.

We have done our best to keep the venue running in these challenging
times, operating as efficiently as possible. However, the current
climate and the astronomical overheads associated with limited trading
days have made it unsustainable.

Enigma Bar has been a haven for music lovers in the Adelaide live music
scene for so many years, a place where hundreds if not thousands of
bands and and tens of thousands of patrons have created lasting
memories. From great performances upstairs in Bar 2 to amazing
electronic nights in Bar 3, to the times when we ran our tequila bar,
amazing DJ night downstairs including when we ran our day club on Sunday
mornings, we were Adelaide's first venue with free internet, the unique
atmosphere of the beer garden (including a yummy snack of a sanger in
bread from our beloved BBQ Bar), to the grassroots stage downstairs,
night's out at Enigma have brought the local community closer to their
favorite local, interstate and international bands and DJs - Enigma Bar
has been a special place to many.

From its inception, the ethos of Enigma Bar was simple — we welcomed
everyone, regardless of appearance, style, or music preference. Our
primary concern has been creating an environment where people from all
kinds of backgrounds could come together, feel safe, and enjoy great music.

This Friday (17th of November), we invite you to join us for one last
hoorah as we raise our glasses for our final evening at Enigma Bar. We
will be open from 8:00 pm until the last drop is poured. Whether you can
stay for a while or just pop in to say hello, your presence would mean a
lot. Let's come together to celebrate the memories and connections
forged at Enigma Bar over the years.

Thank you to each and every one of you for being a part of this
incredible journey. Enigma Bar wouldn't have been what it has been
without the support of our amazing community.

Best regards,1999-2023

Eric Ott
Enigma Bar

Tickets for this weeks events are on sale at moshtix

After the success of the first Dead by Daylight event in February 2023,
Ironjaw Bookings and Enigma Bar are very proud to present another night of insanity with Dead By Daylight II
Featuring some of South Australias best upcoming bands
8 Bands-2 Stages-2 Levels

Featuring:
Freedom of Fear
Exhuminator
Vorus
Warpath
Holur
Ecdysis
Custodian
I choose Violence

Saturday May 20th Tickets now on sale at moshtix

Originally set to take place in April 2020, CANDY will finally make their way to Australia with even more firepower behind them with a new record and EKULU (USA) and THE OTHERS supporting on all dates.

Since the postponed 2020 tour, CANDY have released their second album, the monstrous “Heaven Is Here” LP, on their new home Relapse Records. Pushing the conventions of metal, hardcore, and punk, “Heaven Is Here” was one of 2022's most extreme and unique records. The record was followed by tours across the USA with the likes of Vein.fm, Regulate and Bib, keeping the band at the forefront of the genre and pushing their live set to new limits.

Joining the band for their first time in Australia will be New York’s EKULU. EKULU are the flagbearers for the new generation of NYHC, cemented by their high energy debut LP “Unscrew My Head” they delivered 9 tracks of hardcore-meets-thrash intensity that will make you want to jump off something high. Rounding out the line up are THE OTHERS. Hailing from Planet Perth, the band will be touring the country for the first time since the release of their “Dive Into My World” 7” and look to maintain their reputation as one of the most entertaining live bands in the country.

Covering a range of hardcore styles, but all full of energy and intent, this touring package is one not to miss when it crash from coast to coast this May.

Enigma Bar
Sunday May 7th tickets now on sale at moshtix

This Saturday March 11th (downstairs stage) Free Entry

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⏰ Starts 24th MARCH

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silverbacktouring.com.au/paradisekitty2023

✅ Endorsed by GN'R themselves 🤘😎

Friday April 28th
Plus Guests:Lola,Cheleas Manor & Many Teeth
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Mannequin Death Squad is a two-piece, one girl & one boy indie rock band from Melbourne, Australia.
The duo has toured extensively across Australia and the UK since their inception in 2016.
The two have shared the stage with many including: The Exploited, Bad Religion, Anti Flag, Frenzal Rhomb, British India, Slaves (UK) and Amyl and the Sniffers to name a few.
The two-piece have recently returned from their third UK tour, after being invited to play the historic Rebellion Festival in Blackpool. With 15 dates around the UK to complement the festival appearance, the band’s latest single ‘Super Mental Psycho’ has been featured as new rock track of the week on ‘Planet Rock’ (UK), as well being spun by ‘Kerang!’(UK), ‘Soho Radio Culture’ (UK) and others.

Off the back of their UK run, the band is currently wrapping up their Australian tour which has consisted of 17 dates across the sunburnt country. In promotion of their long-awaited debut album release ‘Super Mental Psycho’, the duo has left a trail of enthusiastic and passionate fans in their wake.
Mixing catchy pop melodies with ferocious punk rock riffs, ‘Super Mental Psycho’ was co- produced with legendary Australian producer Mark Opitz (ACDC, INXS, The Angels, Divinyls)

Mannequin Death Squad are gearing up for a momentous 2023; with plans to release their second album as well as tour the UK, Europe, Australia and Japan.

JUST ANNOUNCED!!

EXHUMED return from the depths in July to soak Australia with their new album TO THE DEAD!
The San Jose pioneers of blood-soaked gore metal will bring the dripping chainsaws and drills down the east coast of Australia for the first time in 20 years to the wastelands of Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Melbourne and Frankston.
To the Dead is the culmination of decades upon decades of nightmarish riffs, obliterating blast beats, and hellish screams from the very depths the band crawled out from!
"To The Dead is a destination," EXHUMED mastermind Matt Harvey says. "A rotting world populated by the grotesquely twisted truths of our waking world and the decaying fallout of our most deranged ambitions. But it's also a title that evokes a celebration of, and an invitation into the gore-soaked world of EXHUMED."
The very celebration of EXHUMED's history is ever-present on this album. "We've expanded the writing team on the record to include former members Mike Beams, Leon del Muerte, Matt Widener and Bud Burke in an effort to celebrate the band's history - at this point decades of it - and I think the resulting record is an excellent testament to the surprising longevity of Gore Fu***ng Metal!" Harvey says.
So please, accept the band's humble invitation and sink six feet down to their level. EXHUMED can't wait for you to get a whiff of what they've cooked up - this will be the most fun you've ever had being disgusted!
EXHUMED Are:
Matt Harvey - Guitar, Vocals
Ross Sewage - Bass, Vocals
Mike Hamilton - Drums
Sebastian Phillips - Guitar

Thursday July 20th Enigma Bar
Tickets on sale at moshtix

PRESENTED BY GET ON THE STAGE, YOUR MATE BOOKINGS, DOOMSTAR BOOKINGS & RELAPSE RECORDS

March 24th at Enigma Bar downstairs Green Tea Demon Bookings presents a swashbuckling punk rock extravaganza featuring Captain Hellfire and The Wretched Brethren, Sawcy Paws, Moraygun and Trungllion Horsepower.
$10 Entry. Doors 8pm.

Tix on sale at moshtix

Next Sat March 11th (downstairs stage) Doors 830pm

Saturday July 8th
Tickets now available at moshtix

Saturday May 6th
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Coming off the success from their 2022 national tour supporting Electric Mary, Shotgun Mistress are back at Enigma Bar. Bringing their own blend of explosive riffage, these well-seasoned Musicians bring the LA strip vibe and lock it down with the no-bull approach this country is renowned for.

If that wasn’t enough, The Dreadful Tides will be joining them for their long awaited debut show in Adelaide. A blend of classic 70s sabbath meets 90s Pearl jam and 2000s Audioslave.

Feed The Fire and Dearest Helpless round out the night. A solid chunk of S.A rock to kick the night off with a bang!

Saturday March 11th (downstairs stage) doors 830pm

Friday March 24th

Very Low Ticket Warning at moshtix
for both of next weeks events