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A dance music day party journeying through time supporting not one but two charities - Starlight Children's Foundation and The Journeymen.

🗓 Saturday 28th June
🕑 2PM – 9PM
📍 Upstairs @ The Savvy Squire, Mooloolaba

Step into the groove of PAST:PRESENT:FUTURE>, a unique dance music experience that celebrates the evolution of sound—from timeless anthems to future-forward rhythms.

We're taking over The Savvy Squire's Upstairs space and transforming it into a two-room journey through house music's most powerful eras.

🌀 TWILIGHT ROOM – HOUSE & PROGRESSIVE HOUSE

This is the main arena for deep builds, rolling basslines, and big-room energy.

🎧 MARK DYNAMIX (Ministry Of Sound) – A true icon of the Australian scene returns to the decks. Expect a masterclass in progression, groove, and nostalgia all wrapped into one.

🎧 NEIL ROBERTS (Godskitchen / Escape UK) – With decades of global club experience, Neil delivers a dynamic set blending the best of the past and future.

🎧 DOTTIE (Brisbane) 🎧 FRANCIE KELLY (Ireland)

🌅 RIVERSIDE ROOM – FUNKY HOUSE FLAVOURS

Our second room brings feel-good, sun-soaked funky house for those who love their beats a little more soulful and sassy.

🎧 SISTA C (House Of Tunes)
🎧 KAT RAD
🎧 JOE X BENNETT

🎟 TICKETS
$20 Early Birds – Limited release
(More on the door or second release)
Grab yours early and don’t miss the daytime dance session of the season.

Expect sunshine, smiles, and solid tunes across two rooms with a soundtrack that spans generations of dance music passion.

Dress to express. Arrive early. Stay until the future drops.

#PastPresentFuture #MooloolabaDayParty #HouseVibesOnly

CHARITIES

This event will be supporting two charities:

Starlight Childrens Foundation

Every minute of every day, a child is admitted to hospital. At Starlight, they believe every child deserves a happy childhood, even when facing serious illness. Because what happens in childhood lasts a lifetime. Through play, creativity, and social connection, Starlight create the fun and happiness that seriously ill children and their families need to get through their toughest times.

The Journeymen Charity

The Journeymen is a registered charity under the Advanced Health category.The primary mission is to tackle Australia’s growing mental health crisis, but their efforts extend beyond this. They also address key socioeconomic challenges, including the cost of living, community breakdown, and family stability.The Journeymen see mental health as a societal issue, not just an individual one. By partnering with businesses and community groups, they believe in driving meaningful change - because when you build your community, your community builds you.

AFTER PARTY

Music & DJ's will continue downstairs in the main bar until midnight.

DJ'S >

::: MARK DYNAMIX :::

Mark Dynamix has been a pioneer in Australia’s dance music industry for thirty years; selling more albums than any other Australian DJ to date. Starting at the age of 14 hosting a two decades-long running radio show, Mark notes his breakout points as becoming resident DJ at the legendary Sublime club in Sydney; playing music festivals such as Prodigy & Field Of Dreams; and regularly hosting Triple J’s ‘Mix Up’.

Mark’s history highlights a performance CV most would be envious of: Fabric, the End, the Love Parade, the Boiler Room, Mambo, Café Del Mar; as well as regular tours across North America, Japan & Europe – all whilst solidifying his fan-base over decades of gigs at most clubs in Australia. Mark has earned the respect of his peers and audience locally & internationally, warming up for icons such as Faithless, Boy George, Inner City, Tall Paul, Judge Jules, Orbital, Barbara Tucker, Joey Negro, Chicane, Kosheen, Paul Oakenfold & Miguel Migs recently.

He headed Ministry of Sound Recordings for Sony Music Australia whilst the ‘Annual 2006’ compilation mixed by Mark Dynamix & John Course became the highest-selling Australian compilation of all time (dance, rock or otherwise); whilst accolades have included topping numerous DJ polls over the years as Australia’s Best DJ (#1 3D World, #2 ITM50, #1 Pop!, nom. DMAs) and Best Producer (#5 ITM50). Mark continues as one of Ministry Of Sound Australia’s headline DJs regularly touring nationally.

2019 saw the release of Mark’s ‘ARCHIVAL : OPENING THE VAULTS’ album of original tracks & remixes for other artists to date, on his own label Long Distance Recordings. Archival: Opening The Vaults was voted Number 1 Australian Dance Album of 2020 @ Switched On Music (UK/AUS) magazine. The follow-up, 2020’s ‘ARCHIVAL : REMIXED’ cemented his production and label into Australia dance history with a #1 on iTunes in Australia, New Zealand & the Netherlands and Top 20 position throughout the world. Another album in 2021, ‘THE ALTERNATIVE REMIXES’ pulled all of his remaining back catalogue together for release on streaming for the first time.

Mark has created a strong connection with his audience through a variety of different projects. His new synth-pop band with Xan Muller entitled ‘THE ANTIPODEANS’ had a number #1 hit in 10 countries in 2022 with ‘HEY LITTLE GIRL’ feat. ICEHOUSE, which also reached Top 10 in most other nations. The follow-up ‘COUNT ME AS YOUR ENEMY’ feat. Boxcar recently went to #1 on the House Chart in Australia and Top 20 in the Netherlands. Their most recent single, a cover of the classic track ‘COME SAID THE BOY’ features Greg Gould on vox & went to #1 on the iTunes House chart, #3 on the iTunes Dance Chart and #1 on the KISS FM chart Feb 2023. The track was recently picked up by HED KANDI and spun on their radio show in the U.K. THE ANTIPODEANS also performed live at SYNTHONY to a 4500-strong show in Brisbane at Riverstage.

After a stellar 2023 with shows around Australia including all the headline Ministry Of Sound and Ministry Classical event series, Mark continues the MoS legacy nationally in 2024 as well as leading the Reminisce brand in Sydney via hosting & mixing the 3 hour Reminisce Top 50 Countdown. Internationally, he’s already completed a Bali tour in January as well as his regular Electronique and Jack The House shows in Sydney & Brisbane.

https://soundcloud.com/markdynamix

::: NEIL ROBERTS :::

Neil has now been DJing nearly 30 years, playing at events all over the world. Throughout his career, Neil has had a diverse musical style, spanning from funky vocal house, nu-disco, house, deep and progressive house and club classics with his longer, more immersive sets earning him a reputation for delivering memorable performances.

Neil's Charity Boat Parties have sold out in advance each time they have run. He is a resident at Sunshine Coast Venue Savvy Squire (weekly Saturdays), Wat Den (days vary to suit events), Kings Beach Surf Club (new Friday night twice monthly resident / DJ booking orgainiser). Neil has is also organising charity events at Savvy Squire in the coming months and his recent Journey event at Villa Noosa where he played a 5 hour set '30 years of dance music' was a vibe.

By the mid-2000s, Neil had become one of Wales' most prominent house DJs, regularly performing at venues like Escape in Swansea, Godskitchen in Birmingham, and his residencies at En Rouge and Funkathon in Cardiff. His career began in the early 1990s, when he immersed himself in Cardiff’s underground dance scene and later shifted from club-goer to DJ in 1995. He quickly gained recognition by promoting and DJing at Cardiff's leading venues, including The Hippo Club and Emporium.

Neil's event FunkyDory won Best Pre-club three times in the Welsh Music Awards. His career took a major leap when he was ranked in the World's top 150 by DJ Magazine readers, playing at major festivals, including Escape Into The Park four years running including the Mixmag Future Heroes Tent and the Defected In The House Arena alongside the biggest names in the industry.

His event organizing and international performances solidified his status as a rising DJ in the global dance music scene. He brought in Swedish House Mafia's Axwell, 'Onephatdeeva' ATFC, former loaded magazine model turned DJ Rebekah, Greg Vickers from Sankeys and many others to his En Rouge event in Cardiff.

Alongside his DJ career, Neil founded the Offitsface website in 1999, which grew into one of the most popular online platforms for dance music, attracting millions of visitors from over 100 countries. The website, which featured DJ biographies, mixes, club listings, tune reviews gained significant recognition, with press coverage on shows like Graham Gold’s Kiss FM and The Slammin’ Boys on Galaxy 102, as well as a positive review on National TV via ITV’s The Web Review. The site reached its peak with two million page views per month and had a robust community of over 10,000 members. Neil later relaunched the site as Dancemuzik, which continued until 2010.

http://www.soundcloud.com/neil-roberts

::: JOE X BENNETT :::

Joe X Bennett is as a seasoned DJ who discovered his fervour for the art at a tender age. However, it was not until he reached the age of 30 that he decided to transform his passion for music into a full-fledged career.

Specialising in House, Tech House and Techno, Joe has spent many years honing his skills behind the decks, captivating audiences with his impeccable track selection and infectious energy. His performances have taken him to renowned venues and festivals including Earthcore, Screw Boat Parties, Ladida, Brown Alley and Lucky Coq in Melbourne, Cocoon Bali, Indonesia and more recently in Queensland Frisson Records Presents, Resonant Frequency Festival and the Wizards of Kingston Festival. Not content with solely gracing the stage at well established establishments, Joe has also taken on the role of event organiser, curating his own successful series in Melbourne called "Day Club - House Party."

Joe's talent as a DJ speaks for itself, with a strong and loyal following drawn to his unique style and approach. He has a knack for adapting his music to suit the atmosphere and crowd, ensuring that every set is an unforgettable experience. Influenced by legends such as Carl Cox, Riva Starr, Hotswing, and Patrick Topping, Joe has developed a signature sound that sets him apart. His Tech House sets are renowned for their chunky beats, while his House sets create an irresistible vibe.

https://www.mixcloud.com/joebennett90/

::: SISTA C :::

Sista C is an Aussie DJ, turntablist and producer with over 25 years of experience. Her musical influences include early hip hop, funky house, and breaks.

Sista C began her career on vinyl in 2000, playing live electronica and spinning tunes all over Australia. She has played at large events including the Woodford Folk Festival.

Since 2020, Sista C has been playing parties, raves, clubs and festivals in Sydney and South East Queensland.

She is a proud member of female DJ collective, ChiX in the Mix based in Sydney, broadcasting her performance live to fans from all over the world.

Sista C’s infectious energy captures every heartbeat on the dance floor with her electrifying blend of classic hits and modern grooves.

https://soundcloud.com/zencorina
www.instagram.com/djsista_c/

::: KAT RAD :::

Kat Rad once embraced London’s vibrant late-90s dance scene and has quickly carved out a space in the electronic music world today. Inspired by the creativity of lockdown-era livestreams, she began mixing three years ago, blending progressive and melodic house, tech house, and melodic techno into a signature sound that resonates with listeners.

Through her Twitch streams, Kat Rad has cultivated a global community while also bringing her infectious energy to house parties, Melbourne’s Lockdown Legends Winter Weekender, and the Seas the Beat after parties.

Influenced by the sounds of CamelPhat, Vintage Culture, Franky Wah, Space Motion, and Vakabular, Kat Rad continues to connect with audiences on and off the dance floor.

https://soundcloud.com/katie-rademan

::: DOTTIE :::

Dottie started DJing in 2023, driven by a long-standing love of dance music.

What began as a creative outlet quickly became a serious passion. She plays regularly at a local brewery, where Dottie's focus is keeping the vibe right and the energy up.

There’s nothing better than seeing people connect through the music—that’s what it’s all about for her.

https://soundcloud.com/dottie_bne