On the first Wednesday of 2012, the Factory Theatre hosted reggae legends the Easy Star All-Stars, transforming the venue into a thriving and organic party zone (if you catch my drift).

Grouplove put on one hell of a show on Tuesday night, featuring a sold out crowd singing along to all their favourites (in particular "Colours" and "Tongue Tied"), alongside plenty of delightful antics such as live drawing from Hannah Hooper. For those playing along at home, Hannah does all the art you see produced for the band. Some people are just too talented! Seattle's The Head and the Heart impressed in the support slot, with a bit of a The Decemberists feel. Keep your eyes open for them!

After a successful gig at the Metro’s Lair local sextet Room 6 have come to headline a show at The Factory Theatre. After word spread around town about their fun Metro adventure I couldn’t resist travelling down to Marrickville for a night of local talent.

The highly anticipated sold out appearance by The Tallest Man On Earth at the Factory Theatre was much more than anyone could have expected. The most outstanding performance by any artist I have ever seen, Kristian showcased his raw talent and gem songs in his one man show. Photos by Kyleigh Pitcher.

Tex Perkins' Double Barrel Tour hit Sydney at the Factory Theatre last night. Tex performed all night long with his Band of Gold supporting and The Dark Horses performing songs from their ARIA nominated album, Tex Perkins & The Dark Horses. Photos by Kyleigh Pitcher.

If watching a small comedy show makes me nervous, watching a small comedy show featuring comedic songs makes me want to hurl. Few people can actually write a good tune, let alone one that is actually funny. In a small room with few people, things for a comedian can easily go wrong – heckling, polite, bemused chuckles or even worse, complete silence.

So it was one of those occasions that I happened to be going to see Noah And the Whale, on their Splendour Sideshow at the Factory Theatre. While I was darting between fans pretending that I was really busy and that I wasn't by myself, I managed to watch two very talented bands that made my venture very worthwhile.